BEST OF 2015: Part Four

The final part of our round-up of the year sees further international growth for British brands, growth of a new online outlet for music products and a new audio distribution firm.

Schecter signs Wylde global deal

Guitarist’s Zakk Wylde Audio brand creates new range of guitars

New Fender UK chief

Jim O’Connor takes over as UK GM

Musical eBay continues growth

New round of funding to be used for international expansion

Gibson’s ‘risky’ tactics

Analyst labels Gibson strategy as most risky among leading brands

Stomplight set for NAMM debut

Lighting rig in a box innovation nears launch

Rare Guitar Club launches

Library service for vintage guitar lovers looks to expand

London Drum Show numbers up

Drummers continue to flock to capital’s noisiest show

Faith hits US market

Burgeoning UK guitar brands launches into US retailers

Former TC team set up new audio firm

Distributor ADG launches with Dyanaudio Pro and Ashton Brands

First public outing for new virtual instrument 

Titan Reality’s Pulse debuts at London Drum Show

Northern Guitars shows finally move south

Successful ‘tressle table’ format branches out

Allen and Heath strikes French deal

Algam takes on distribution of audio brand