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When the MI industry began to brace for the challenges of COVID-19 this spring, Fender Musical Instruments Corporation (FMIC) didn’t waste any time getting creative. Right as the news arrived…
All Pro Integrated Systems is pleased to announce the addition of two industry veterans to help lead the growth of the company. Clint Aull has been named Installation Manager. He…
With more participants in this month’s dealer survey reporting that guitar & bass strap sales are either up or level than down, when compared to the summer of 2019, it…
Voting for the Dealers' Choice Awards is now open. Only current subscribers to MMR Magazine get to vote. Voting will close on October 31 at 12:00 pm (PST).
March, 2020 seems like a long time ago. Or it seems like just yesterday. Time distorts in a pandemic. But when Covid-19 and resulting stay-at-home orders started to spread across…
No segment of MI hasn’t been hit – and hit hard – by the current and ongoing economic and health hardships and the saxophone market is no different. However, in…
“My start came through the repair end,” explains Flute Center of New York’s (FCNY) president and owner/master repair technician Phil Unger. “Never in a million years did I expect to…
“Back to School” has traditionally been one of the strongest sales seasons of the year for many MI retailers and rentals of band and orchestra instruments typically ramp up in…
As part of its ongoing used and vintage gear sales program, Guitar Center will be holding a series of in-store events on Saturday, July 18. Taking place from 9 a.m. to…
It's that time again! Please make your choices in all product categories that are relevant to your business: Nominations are open to everyone, however only subscribers to MMR will be…
Guitar amplifiers represent a market segment uniquely impacted by COVID-19: Sure, many individuals are finding solace in playing, writing, and recording music, but who needs a half-stack if you’re quarantining…
Gig Gear LLC — manufacturer of accessories designed for musicians, roadies, AV techs, and live event and entertainment production professionals — has partnered with Indiesigns, a New York-based firm offering…
