Breaking industry news, announcements, and developments from across the music products world.
Fender Musical Instruments Corporation (FMIC) and Bandai Namco Entertainment America Inc. reveal a brilliant new Fender x PAC-MAN™ collaboration, bringing together two cultural icons as both brands celebrate significant anniversaries…
In mid-May, NAMM concluded a series of high-impact advocacy efforts in Washington, D.C., advancing the association’s commitment to protecting the U.S. music products industry and expanding access to music education…
Fishman is pleased to announce that Billy Martinez has joined the company as Vice President of Sales & Marketing. Billy’s quarter century of industry experience includes, most recently, 10 years…
Taylor Guitars has announced the appointment of Geoff Smith as Chief Financial Officer. Smith previously served as the company’s Controller and brings more than two decades of financial leadership experience…
Roland announces ZENOLOGY GX for iPad, a fully-featured ZEN-Core software synthesizer designed for a touch-based interface, via the Apple App Store starting May 12. This robust musical instrument includes thousands of…
Guitar Center has named Jennifer Hatton president of Music & Arts, the company's school music division. Hatton brings nearly three decades of education sector leadership, most recently as chief growth…
The National Association of Music Merchants (NAMM) has issued the oral testimony that was delivered by NAMM president and CEO John Mlynczak before the Office of the United States Trade Representative…
Winzz Guitars has officially launched the WOS 100-24 Electric Guitar, the premier model in their new Orbit Series. Designed for players who demand speed, precision, and power, the WOS 100-24…
Violet Audio (Melbourne, Australia) announces the formation of Violet Audio US, a new distribution company established to bring the company’s professional audio solutions to the North American live sound market.…
Roland Future Design Lab (Superbooth B023 & B026), the forward‑looking research division of Roland Corporation, and Tokyo-based AI music technology company Neutone today announced Project LYDIA Phase 2, a refined…
In celebration of the 75th anniversary of the Telecaster guitar, Fender returned to Nashville, the heart of country music and home to generations of legendary Tele players, for a once-in-a-lifetime evening…
Sweetwater has been awarded a 2026 Gold Bell Seal for Workplace Mental Health, one of the nation’s top recognition for U.S. employers. Issued by Mental Health America, a leading nonprofit…
