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Music Products Industry News January 21, 2026

Roland Unveils Extensive Product Lineup and Events for 2026 NAMM

Roland presented a comprehensive array of product launches, events and corporate news at the 2026 NAMM Show. The company highlighted the TR-1000 Rhythm Creator, a platform designed to fuse iconic…

MMR Staff
Jan 21, 2026
Music Products Industry News January 20, 2026

Prs Guitars launches Se Ed Sheeran Cosmic Splash Limited Edition

PRS Guitars announced the SE Ed Sheeran Cosmic Splash Limited Edition guitar. Designed in collaboration with Ed Sheeran, the SE Hollowbody I Piezo Baritone model marries Sheeran's passion for songwriting…

MMR Staff
Jan 20, 2026
Music Products Industry News January 19, 2026

Upfront Q&A: Josh Vittek of Vittek PR – Part I

By Christian Wissmuller Josh Vittek has spent his career helping MI brands cut through the noise. As the founder of Vittek PR, he works closely with musical instrument and pro…

MMR Staff
Jan 19, 2026
Music Products Industry News January 19, 2026

UpFront January 2026

Fender Names Edward ‘Bud’ Cole as CEO Fender Musical Instruments Corporation (FMIC) has announced that its Board of Directors has appointed Edward “Bud” Cole as chief executive officer and member…

MMR Staff
Jan 19, 2026
Music Products Industry News January 19, 2026

Reflections on the Women of NAMM Leadership Summit 2025

Empowering Women Leaders in the Music Industry By Beverly Fowler, Director of Artist & Community Relations, PRS Guitars   In October 2025, I had the privilege of attending the Women…

MMR Staff
Jan 19, 2026
Music Products Industry News January 19, 2026

Getting the Most Out of The NAMM Show 2026

By John Mlynczak, president and CEO of NAMM The NAMM Show 2026 is rapidly approaching, and we can’t wait to welcome visitors to the Anaheim Convention Center for our 125th…

MMR Staff
Jan 19, 2026
Music Products Industry News January 19, 2026

Latin Percussion Honors Karl Perazzo With Lifetime Award

Latin Percussion (LP�) presents Karl Perazzo with a Lifetime achievement Award to honor his outstanding contribution to music and percussion at the NAMM Show 2026 on the DW/Roland booth, room…

MMR Staff
Jan 19, 2026
Music Products Industry News January 14, 2026

Prs Guitars opens artist showroom in Nashville

PRS Guitars announced the opening of its expanded and upgraded artist showroom at Soundcheck, located within the newly constructed Rock Nashville facility. Situated less than 10 miles from Downtown Nashville,…

MMR Staff
Jan 14, 2026
Music Products Industry News January 13, 2026

Gibson Partners with Keith Richards to Release Signed 1960 ES-355 Models

Gibson is proud to announce its partnership with Keith Richards—one of the most influential musicians in history and co-founder of the legendary Rolling Stones. This collaboration introduces two extraordinary instruments:…

MMR Staff
Jan 13, 2026