NAMM Coverage · Mar 15, 2023
New Taylor 400 Series Sunburst Guitars
Taylor® Guitars brings an eye-catching new aesthetic to its highly regarded rosewood/spruce 400 Series.
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NAMM Coverage · Mar 14, 2023
New D’Addario Promotions to the Band & Orchestral Product Groups
D’Addario is thrilled to announce new personnel changes to the Band & Orchestral (B&O) Product Group, with two standout, longtime sales members moving onto the team.
NAMM Coverage · Mar 13, 2023
Mary Spender, Shelly Peiken, Judy Collins, Noelle Scaggs and more to be Honored at the 11th Annual She Rocks Awards
The Women’s International Music Network (the WiMN) is proud to announce honorees singer-songwriter and YouTube sensation Mary Spender, Michelle Bell (Roc Nation), Katherine Wing (Roland), Stacey Ryan (School…
NAMM Coverage · Mar 10, 2023
SubDrum Patents 'Drums to Speakers Technology'
SubDrum Industries LLC (Melbourne, Florida USA) is pleased to announce their participation at the upcoming 2023 NAMM Show scheduled for April 13-15 (Hall C, booth 6534) in Anaheim,…
NAMM Coverage · Mar 9, 2023
Hip-Hop Legend Chuck D to Receive The Impact Music & Culture Award at The 2023 NAMM Show
Chuck D, the legendary leader and founder of rap group Public Enemy, social activist, Rock and Roll Hall of Fame inductee, and GRAMMY® Lifetime Achievement Award winner, will be honored…
NAMM Coverage · Mar 9, 2023
Buffet Crampon USA Announces New Products for 2023
Buffet Crampon Group is excited to return to The NAMM Show for the first time since 2020 and is pleased to introduce several new innovative woodwind and brass…
NAMM Coverage · Mar 7, 2023
Trade Regrets: Arthur ‘Skip’ Maggiora
On February 24, Sacramento, California-based Skip’s Music posted the following on their Facebook page: “Arthur ‘Skip’ Maggiora, owner of Skip’s Music and a founding member of the Alliance…
NAMM Coverage · Mar 7, 2023
Heavy Duty: Extended Range Guitars Connecting With More Players
While traditionally associated with the more extreme shredding involved with heavy metal and hard rock, extended range guitars have been gaining in popularity even with players of other…
NAMM Coverage · Mar 2, 2023
Lock-It Straps Announces New Series of Art Deco and Vintage Inspired Jacquards
Lock-It Straps is pleased to share these vintage inspired designs for 2023.
NAMM Coverage · Feb 17, 2023
Don’t Underestimate the Purchasing Power of the Educator
As a former band director, campus administrator, and director of performing and visual arts for the Spring Independent School District (Houston, TX) I have been involved in quite…
NAMM Coverage · Feb 17, 2023
‘Growing Each Year’ - The Electronic Drum Set Market
Extensive volumes of percussion sounds available at a player’s fingertips, the ability to practice or track at low volumes, the power to bring virtual instruments to life and…
NAMM Coverage · Feb 14, 2023
John Mlynczak Named President and CEO of The National Association of Music Merchants
After a comprehensive year-long search, The NAMM Executive Committee and CEO Search Committee is pleased to announce industry veteran and music education advocate John Mlynczak as the next…
NAMM Coverage · Feb 13, 2023
NAMM Directory Deadline - February 15 - Approaches!
The NAMM Show directory deadline is just around the corner on February 15. It's time to double check your brand presence at the show. Is all of your info…
NAMM Coverage · Feb 9, 2023
Trade Regrets: William C. Everitt
William C. Everitt passed away on January 16, 2023.
NAMM Coverage · Feb 9, 2023
Cor-Tek Announces DigiTech/DOD Acquisition and Relaunch of DOD Overdrive Preamp 250
Cor-Tek Corporation, the parent company of Cort Guitars, officially announces the acquisition of the DigiTech/DOD brand and an exciting “comeback” relaunch of the DOD Overdrive Preamp 250 effects…
NAMM Coverage · Feb 7, 2023
Allen & Heath to Offer Free Live Sound Training at NAMM 2023
Allen & Heath will present an expanded presence at the upcoming NAMM show — with an enhanced booth featuring their pro audio product line (ACC North Level 1, #14102),…
NAMM Coverage · Feb 3, 2023
Preview The NAMM Show Education Schedule
The NAMM Show education schedule is now available!
NAMM Coverage · Feb 3, 2023
François Kloc Elected to NAMM Board of Directors
Buffet Crampon USA president and CEO François Kloc has been elected to the NAMM (National Association of Music Merchants) Board of Directors to serve a three-year term, along with…
NAMM Coverage · Feb 1, 2023
Ashdown Engineering and Algam Enter Into Distribution Deal
Ashdown Engineering the UK leading Bass Amplification specialists are proud to announce the partnership with Algam for exclusive distribution for Continental Europe, Maghreb, and Middle East from February…
NAMM Coverage · Jan 24, 2023
NAMM’s Annual Meeting of the Members Welcomes Eight New Board Members
On January 24, at the Annual Meeting of Members of the National Association of Music Merchants (NAMM), eight new board members were elected to the organization’s Board of…
NAMM Coverage · Jan 19, 2023
Professional Development Sessions to Bring the Future Into Focus at The 2023 NAMM Show
The 2023 NAMM Show will offer established and emerging professionals in the music products, pro audio, and entertainment technology segments a suite of 200-plus professional development sessions.
NAMM Coverage · Jan 18, 2023
The NAMM Foundation Announces Scholarship Recipients Across Four Programs
The NAMM Foundation is pleased to announce the recipients of its 2023 scholarship award programs.
NAMM Coverage · Jan 13, 2023
The Expanding Multi-Scale Guitar and Bass Market
Established manufacturers can be slow to embrace new concepts unless they can see a large market.
NAMM Coverage · Jan 11, 2023
Icon Judy Collins, Noelle Scaggs of Fitz and the Tantrums, and Hit Songwriter Shelly Peiken to be Honored at the 2023 She Rocks Awards
The Women’s International Music Network (the WiMN) reveals Judy Collins, Noelle Scaggs and Shelly Peiken as the first announced honorees at the upcoming 2023 She Rocks Awards.