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News February 18, 2026

Yamaha Announces Xeno Artist Model 20th Anniversary Sweepstakes

Yamaha is celebrating the 20th anniversary of its renowned Xeno Artist Model trumpets with a nationwide sweepstakes offering trumpet players the chance to win one of the world's most respected professional…

MMR Staff
Feb 18, 2026
News February 17, 2026

The Music People Announces the Passing of Founder Jim Hennessey

The Music People today announced with deep sadness the passing of its founder and former owner, Jim Hennessey, a visionary entrepreneur whose influence helped shape the modern musica ccessories industry.Jim…

MMR Staff
Feb 17, 2026
News February 17, 2026

HK Audio Celebrates International Partners

Ahead of ISE 2026, HK Audio celebrated the achievements of its international distribution partners with its annual Distributor Awards. Partners from all over the world gathered at the international distributor…

MMR Staff
Feb 17, 2026
News February 12, 2026

The Snare Drum Is Having a Moment (Again)

If the drum kit is a drummer’s vehicle, the snare is the steering wheel. It’s the part they actually drive. And in today’s MI market, the snare drum segment is once…

MMR Staff
Feb 12, 2026
News February 5, 2026

Alex Gonzalez Uses DWe Kit on Mana Tour

Alex Gonzalez is using his DWe Acoustic-Electronic Wireless kit on the current 29-date Maná Vivir Sin Aire tour. Drum Workshop Inc. confirmed Gonzalez is utilizing the DWe Piano Black Gloss…

MMR Staff
Feb 5, 2026
News February 3, 2026

Upfront Q&A: Josh Vittek of VittekPR – Part II

By Christian Wissmuller From boutique builders to global MI brands, getting the right story in front of the right audience is a constant challenge—and that’s where Josh Vittek comes in.…

MMR Staff
Feb 3, 2026
News February 2, 2026

Guitar Center’s Gabe Dalporto Discusses AI in Music Retail

By Christian Wissmuller As the MI industry continues to navigate shifting consumer expectations, omnichannel retail, and margin pressure, Guitar Center is making a deliberate bet on artificial intelligence as a…

MMR Staff
Feb 2, 2026