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Top 100 Global Retailers Recognized by NAMM
Christian Wissmuller | MMR GlobalUpfront | September 1, 2023NAMM (www.namm.org/news), the world’s largest not-for-profit music trade organization representing the $17 billion music industry, announced its list of independent music product retailers to be honored at the Top 100 Dealer Awards taking place at The 2024 NAMM Show in January. Read More... -
2023 MMR Dealers’ Choice Awards Nomination Process – Ends 9/18!
Christian Wissmuller | MMR GlobalUpfront | August 30, 2023The nomination process for the 2023 Dealers' Choice Awards (DCAs) has now begun. Read More... -
NAMM Announces the Creation of Member Services
Christian Wissmuller | MMR GlobalUpfront | August 24, 2023In August, NAMM, the world’s largest not-for-profit music trade organization representing the $17 billion music industry, introduced Member Services, a strategic initiative to elevate the value and benefits all NAMM members receive as part of the global association. Read More... -
XCHANGE HD Worldwide Launch, Allowing Vendors Instant Access to Global Hardware Distribution
Christian Wissmuller | MMR GlobalUpfront | August 17, 2023XCHANGE HD expands the XCHANGE Market Platform to provide next-gen distribution of music hardware to any part of the world. Read More... -
Mark Terry Announces Retirement After 35 Years of Excellence in the Professional Audio and Musical Products Industry
Christian Wissmuller | MMR GlobalPeopleUpfront | August 16, 2023Mark Terry, a distinguished figure in the professional audio and musical products industry, has announced his pending retirement after an illustrious career spanning over 35 years. Read More... -
MMR Dealer Survey: Guitar & Bass Cases and Gig Bags
Christian Wissmuller | MMR GlobalUpfront | August 16, 2023How to get your fretted instrument to practice, lessons, or gigs without that precious cargo getting bashed about? Cases and bags to the rescue! Read More... -
Korg USA Inc. Appointed Exclusive U.S. Distributor for Audient
Christian Wissmuller | MMR GlobalUpfront | August 16, 2023Korg USA Inc. announces that it has been appointed the exclusive U.S. distributor of Audient products, effective as of September 1, 2023. Read More... -
Alfred Music to Be Exclusive Distributor of Tyler S. Grant Music Works, LLC
Christian Wissmuller | Upfront | August 11, 2023Alfred Music has annoucned that they have signed an exclusive distribution agreement with Tyler S. Grant Music Works, LLC. Read More... -
Avid Technology Enters into Definitive Agreement to Be Acquired by an Affiliate of STG for $1.4 Billion
Christian Wissmuller | MMR GlobalUpfront | August 10, 2023Avid® (NASDAQ: AVID), a leading technology provider that powers the media and entertainment industry, recently announced that it has entered into a definitive agreement to be acquired by an affiliate of STG in an all-cash transaction valuing Avid at approximately $1.4 billion, inclusive of Avid’s net debt. Read More... -
Rousseau Mouthpieces Appoints St. Louis Music as Exclusive Distributor for USA & Canada
Christian Wissmuller | Upfront | August 10, 2023Rousseau Mouthpieces has announced the appointment of St. Louis Music as its exclusive distributor for the USA and Canada. Read More... -
Coming in the September 2023 issue of MMR!
Christian Wissmuller | MMR GlobalUpfront | August 6, 2023The September issue of MMR shines the spotlight on Fretted Instruments and how to best prepare for the vitally important Holiday Sales Season! Read More... -
Gator Storms the Cable Market with Launch of Cableworks Brand
Christian Wissmuller | Upfront | August 4, 2023Gator, a leading manufacturer of cases, bags, and stands for the music and pro audio industries, is proud to announce the official launch of its new Cableworks brand. Read More...