All in the F. E. Olds Family
Over 110 years ago, F. E. Olds founder Frank Ellsworth Olds could never have fathomed what the brand would become by 2021. Founded in 1908, the storied American instrument supplier…
Southpaw Guitars: Out in 'Left Field' for 40 Years
A little over five years ago, we profiled a unique MI retailer catering exclusively to left-handed guitarists – ‘If it Ain’t Right, It’s Left – 35 Years at Southpaw Guitars’…
Fender Launches Chrissie Hynde Signature Telecaster
Fender Musical Instruments Corporation (FMIC) has released the Chrissie Hynde Telecaster® in its first ever collaboration with the singer-songwriter and guitar icon. The Signature model is a tribute to…
Mod Electronics presents 'The Rattler Returns' Distortion Pedal Kit
To celebrate the 10-year anniversary of its kits, Mod® Electronics is releasing a new-and-improved version of the original Mod® pedal – “The Rattler." This fan favorite is making its long-awaited comeback…
Wiltshire Creative Adds CHAUVET Professional To Salisbury UK Playhouse Rig For Little Robin Redbreast
The term “every year” was shredded in 2020, as COVID-19 played havoc with the best-laid plans and forced the cancelation of annual events. The beloved children’s Christmas show at the…
Manus Receives NAMM’s 2021 Believe in Music Award
Alfred Music has announced that Ron Manus was a recipient of NAMM’s annual Believe in Music Award. This prestigious award recognizes the dedication of individuals and businesses that demonstrate a…
Selling Flutes in the Time of COVID-19
As for so many in the Music Retail Industry, the past many months have been a severe challenge and game-changer for Flute Pro Shop. Buoyed by PPP and EIDL, Flute…
Trust: The Holy Grail of Sales
In an Instant, Trust is Won or Lost More fickle than a Gemini, trust is the unknown, illusive component that can create a customer for you for life or lose…
Weeping and Gnashing of Frets
Randall Smith, founder of Mesa/BoogieRandy Smith, founder of Mesa Boogie (one of my favorite amp companies), announced he was selling the company to Gibson Brands. Randy is 75, he has…
Renkus-Heinz Promotes Senior Staff To Provide Additional Support and Collaboration Across North America
Renkus-Heinz has appointed Dudley McLaughlin to the position of National Sales Manager and Garrison Parkin to the position of Western Regional Sales Manager effective February 1st. The positions both cover…
KLANG is Key to Gateway Church’s New Model for Satellite Campus Audio Design
When Gateway Church, the largest congregation in the Dallas-Fort Worth area and one of the largest churches in the entire country, opened its new satellite location in suburban Prosper, it…
First Pentecostal Church keeps faith with Martin Audio
When the First Pentecostal Church in North Little Rock, Arkansas (FPCNLR), decided to upgrade its sound system three years ago it became the world’s first adopter of Martin Audio's then-new…