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D'Addario has announced a partnership with Collings Guitars of Austin, Texas that will see the prominent instrument maker exclusively use D'Addario's NYXL strings on their electric guitars. Introduced last year,…
Orange Amplification are offering the chance to own a Crush Pro 120 Guitar Combo (RRP $949) signed by some of the biggest names in the music industry, making it a…
Willcox Guitars had a strong showing at the recent Summer NAMM Show in Nashville, thrilling convention-goers with artist booth performances and the exhibition of their premium instruments. One highlight was…
While fans and retailers of electric guitar impatiently await the next “guitar hero” to revitalise that segment of the market, acoustic guitar sales continue to climb. MMR spoke to some…
Graeme Mathieson has taken over as Fender's new European MD. Long-serving Mathieson has stepped up from his role as general manager of the UK office. He previously worked for the…
While fans and retailers of electric guitar impatiently await the next “guitar hero” to revitalize that segment of the market, acoustic guitar sales continue to climb (see our dealer survey…
Barnes and Mullins has secured a new distribution deal in South Africa for its Faith Guitars brand. The firm has signed up with Paul Bothner Music, founded in 1902, and one…
Adding to the company’s line of quality guitar accessories Grover® Musical Products has reintroduced the “Perfect Guitar Nut” for slide steel playing. Sold successfully for over 50 years under the…
AccessoriesGrover Ultra CapoAdding to the company’s line of quality guitar accessories Grover Musical Products has introduced the Ultra Capo™ - the “World’s first” offset capo. Designed to allow more room for the…
I finally made it! I did something I’ve always wanted to do! I went to Iowa where presidential candidates were courting caucus-goers at the Iowa State Fair. Believe me, it…
It’s easy to see why the Pacific Amphitheatre became an instant favorite among touring artists when it opened in 1983 with a concert by Barry Manilow. Located on the Orange County…
A top secret mole has revealed to us a list of scrapped brand expansion proposals from a Gibson Brands meeting... 10: The Les Pool - sold maple neck comes with extendable…
