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Guitars & Fretted January 16, 2019

Orange Ambassadors Pack NAMM Booth

Orange Amplification is hosting ambassadors Orianthi, Glenn Hughes and Andreas Kisser on its booth #4644, Hall D signing autographs during NAMM 2019. New Orange Ambassador, Orianthi, the in-demand, guitarist, singer and songwriter…

Ronnie Dungan
Jan 16, 2019
Guitars & Fretted January 15, 2019

Aguilar Amplification Adds Lee to Their Artist Roster

Aguilar Amplification has added bassist Will Lee to their family of endorsing artists. He is currently using Aguilar’s DB 751 amplifier and DB 410 cabinets. Of his Aguilar rig, Will…

Christian Wissmuller
Jan 15, 2019
Guitars & Fretted January 14, 2019

Loudbox Mini Amplifier from Fishman

Fishman’s Loudbox Mini portable amplifier with Bluetooth wireless connectivity enables users to easily and neatly add backing tracks and a variety of vocal or recorded accompaniments. Lightweight and portable, the…

Christian Wissmuller
Jan 14, 2019
Guitars & Fretted January 14, 2019

KORG USA, Inc. Acquires Spector Bass Company

In anticipation of Winter NAMM19, KORG USA Inc. has announced the acquisition of the Spector Bass Company. This news marks the next chapter for Spector, as KORG USA, Inc., known for…

Christian Wissmuller
Jan 14, 2019
Guitars & Fretted January 12, 2019

Taylor Guitars Announces Four High-Level Promotions

Taylor® Guitars has announced four executive promotions in Sales and Finance on the heels of a record year at the company. Music Industry veterans Keith Brawley, Bryan Bear, Michael “Monte”…

Christian Wissmuller
Jan 12, 2019
Guitars & Fretted January 9, 2019

Fender Makes Bigsby Acquisition

Fender has acquired the Bigsby brand and its assets from Fred Gretsch Enterprises. The Gretsch family and FMIC have a longstanding relationship and have partnered to ensure that the transition of the…

Ronnie Dungan
Jan 9, 2019
Guitars & Fretted January 9, 2019

Colombian deal for D&A Guitar Gear

Waggi, a guitar accessories company based in Bogota, Colombia- South America announced that as of Jan 7th, 2019 D&A Guitar Gear will distribute its line of pedalboards to musical instrument…

Ronnie Dungan
Jan 9, 2019
Guitars & Fretted January 4, 2019

D’Addario Shares ‘Guitar Power’ Episode 6 with Paul Franklin

D’Addario has released episode 6 of “Guitar Power,” which features Paul Franklin, known for his prolific work on pedal steel. Franklin has collaborated with countless artists, including Kacey Musgraves, Dolly…

Christian Wissmuller
Jan 4, 2019
Guitars & Fretted January 2, 2019

D&A Guitar Gear Appointed Exclusive US Distributor for Waggi Pedalboards

D&A Guitar Gear, manufacturer of high-quality, innovative instrument stands, and accessories has announced an exclusive U.S. distribution agreement with Colombian guitar pedalboards brand, Waggi, known for its innovative design and…

Christian Wissmuller
Jan 2, 2019
Guitars & Fretted December 19, 2018

Warwick Boss Gifted Anniversary Thumb Bass

Having recently celebrated the 70th anniversary of Framus  and Warwick’s 35th, company founder, Hans-Peter Wilfer celebrated his 60th birthday by being presented with a bass built on the original design…

Ronnie Dungan
Dec 19, 2018