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Retail & Business November 7, 2023

‘More than Just a Music Store’ – Five Star Guitars at 25

2023 represents the quarter-century mark for celebrated Beaverton, Oregon MI retailer, Five Star Guitars. For 25 years, the dedicated employees at this store have supplied their loyal customer base with…

MMR Staff
Nov 7, 2023
Retail & Business October 24, 2023

Michigan Expansion Unleashed as Ashly Audio Partners with IAV Sales

Ashly Audio™ announces a new partnership with IAV Sales. The independent manufacturers’ representative firm will be taking over representation of the Ashly line covering the state of Michigan.   Based in the…

MMR Staff
Oct 24, 2023
Retail & Business October 13, 2023

MMR Dealer Survey: Headphones

A must-have for home recording enthusiasts, DJs, podcasters, and music fans who enjoy intimate listening experiences, Headphones are essential gear for nearly anyone involved in the creation and appreciation of…

MMR Staff
Oct 13, 2023
Retail & Business October 11, 2023

Suraj Vadher promoted to EMEA sales team at Martin Audio

Martin Audio has announced the promotion of sales administrator Suraj Vadher to the role of EMEA Sales Executive. A guitarist for over 15 years, and with background in music production,…

MMR Staff
Oct 11, 2023
Retail & Business September 18, 2023

Casio America Names Sammons Central Regional Sales Manager

Casio America has announced that Matthew Sammons has rejoined the company as Central Regional Sales Manager, following a 20-year hiatus. He reports to Mark Amentt, director of sales, Electronic Musical…

MMR Staff
Sep 18, 2023
Retail & Business September 14, 2023

Reverb Announces the Launch of the Novo Guitars Reverb Shop

There’s seemingly no end to the unique, world-class music gear found on Reverb — and now, thanks to the launch of Novo Guitars’ Reverb shop, MMR readers have even more truly unique…

MMR Staff
Sep 14, 2023
Retail & Business September 12, 2023

Blaze Audio Expands Company Sales Team

Rob Howitt, Darrell Champagne, and James Duvall Blaze Audio, a manufacturer of professional audio solutions for the commercial and performance install markets, is pleased to announce the addition of three…

MMR Staff
Sep 12, 2023
Retail & Business September 8, 2023

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!…

MMR Staff
Sep 8, 2023