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Gator has introduced the EXPO Series, a new collection of cases designed for large-format LED displays. The series debuts with two models: the EXPO E Series, featuring a motorized electronic…
Gator Cases has grown its ONYX Series of tour-style DJ flight cases with new models designed for Denon DJ’s Prime 4, Prime4+ and SC Live 4 standalone controllers. Built on…
As part of an expanding range of truck pack solutions, Gator has introduced a more compact addition to its G-TOUR Series with the GTOURTRK2222HS. Designed for tighter loadouts and reduced…
Over the summer, you selected the instruments and musical gear that were to be nominees in the 33rd Annual MMR Dealers' Choice awards -- now you get to vote on the…
Levy’s Music has introduced two new additions to its acclaimed Amped Leather Series, expanding one of the brand’s most recognized strap collections. The M26PD-BLK-MAT brings a sleek matte black finish…
By Christian Wissmuller Fender’s Vintera II series has already carved out a passionate following among players who crave vintage feel without the vintage-guitar price tag. Now the brand is dialing…
In the summer of 2025, the Matterley Estate in the South Downs National Park near Winchester, England, was transformed into a fictional city with eight themed districts, over 50 hidden…
by Menzie Pittman, Author of The New Musician When we make the decision to learn an instrument, we are choosing to tackle an undertaking of many colors and dimensions.…
Los Angeles–based group Boleros With Attitude (BWA) has become a viral sensation by redefining Latin music for a new generation, transforming hip hop songs through the lens of traditional bolero…
By Christian Wissmuller When MMR last checked in with Carlino Guitars, founder Eddie Carlino was already carving out a distinct niche in the boutique guitar market — known for…
By Christian Wissmuller Even in an age dominated by plug-ins and digital production tools, the condenser microphone remains the most essential piece of gear in the signal chain. From global…
It’s funny how, in 2025, the humble condenser microphone somehow feels both brand-new and ancient at the same time. Every year, there’s a new “revolutionary” model promising pristine sound, vintage…
