A Steady Burn: Ukulele Sales in 2023
Ukulele sales may not be quite as white-hot as a few years back, but it’s not as if the diminutive instruments have fallen out of favor – far from it!…
Five Star Guitars Celebrates 25th Anniversary as a Leading Music Store in Oregon
Five Star Guitars, a renowned music store in Oregon, proudly announces its 25th anniversary of providing exceptional instruments, repair services, and lessons to musicians of all levels. Since its inception…
KHS America B2B Dealer Portal Now Live
KHS America is excited to announce their recently launched B2B portal, providing dealers a streamlined platform with up-to-date information that can meet their business needs anytime, day or night. The…
Gibson Custom Shop Murphy Lab Collection Unveils Five Iconic Light Aged Acoustic Guitars
Gibson has announced the launch the first set of Gibson Custom Shop Murphy Lab Acoustic Guitars. The iconic acoustic models pay tribute to the legendary acoustic guitar designs that…
Top 100 Global Retailers Recognized by NAMM
NAMM (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…
2023 MMR Dealers' Choice Awards Nomination Process - Ends 9/18!
The nomination process for the 2023 Dealers' Choice Awards (DCAs) has now begun. While only current MMR subscribers are eligible to vote for the ultimate award-winners in the fall, all are welcome to suggest brands…
Fender and the Fender Custom Shop Honors Waylon Jennings with New Signature Model, Pedal, and Accessories Collection
Fender and the Fender Custom Shop (FCS) announce the launch of the Limited Edition Waylon Jennings Telecaster®, Pedal and Accessories Collection – which include a Telecaster® case, a signature strap…
MMR Dealer Survey: Guitar & Bass Cases and Gig Bags
How to get your fretted instrument to practice, lessons, or gigs without that precious cargo getting bashed about? Cases and bags to the rescue! If Guitar & Bass Cases and…
What Does ‘Back to School’ Mean for MI Retail in 2023?: Music Dealers Sound Off on the Changing Nature of Doing Business With Student Players
Long a crucial time of year that contributes significantly to the annual sales of MI retailers, the nature of “Back to School season” has changed significantly with the ever-increasing reach…
MIC Announces 2023 Masterbuilt and Custom Shop Collections from Fender, Jackson, Charvel, and Gretsch
Fender Musical Instruments Corporation (FMIC) – alongside the Fender Custom Shop, the Jackson Custom Shop, the Charvel Custom Shop and the Gretsch Custom Shop – announces the launch of their…
Senseney Music Announces Sale to Prominent Missouri Music Dealer
Senseney Music, a leader in supporting music education for over 45 years, will continue to serve the greater Wichita community and beyond under a new name and ownership. Palen Music…
MMR Dealer Survey: Back to School Season 2023
It's that time of year - young students and their parents are preparing for the Fall Semester. Are you having any "Back to School" sales or promotions? What's your relationship…