KORG’s New Accessories
The Rimpitch C2 from KORG is an evolution of KORG’s innovative acoustic guitar tuner, now in an even more compact package. The Rimpitch C2 has been designed specifically for the…
A ‘Diverse Type of Operation:’ Roger’s Piano Proves There’s No Such Thing as a ‘Typical Day’ in Piano Sales
Much of the Roger’s Piano’s story comes off as unexpected: the fact that the founder, Roger Shaffer, initially started a guitar and accessories company; the fact that co-owner Carol Wu…
Making a Stand: Re-AXE Products is Changing the Way Players and MI Dealers Think About Guitar Stands
Since late 2011 guitarists and retailers have been discovering – and embracing – the Axe-Handler, a compact and versatile stand that a guitar “leans” into, rather than being suspended as…
What’s in a Name?: Acoustic Musical Instruments Launches AMI Est. 1984 guitar line in the U.S.
What’s the difference between a Sigma guitar sold in Europe and an “AMI est. 1984” guitar sold in the United States? Aside from the gilded logo, the answer is literally…
Coachella to Church Choirs: Allen & Heath have no limits to what they can power
It’s a gutsy move, rolling up to play Coachella with audio equipment that you could check on a small commercial flight, but that’s exactly what artists from across the genre…
Remo Emperor Colortone Drumheads
These 2-ply Emperor clear heads from Remo are available in an array of colors – blue, green, orange, red, smoke, and yellow. What Remo has termed “Skyndeep” technology infuses pigment…
The Oceans 11 from Electro-Harmonix
Electro-Harmonix has a long history of innovation in the MI space, having developed some of the most iconic FX pedals in the history of the medium. While some companies might…
Roadie 2
From the get-go, I was skeptical of the Roadie 2 Automatic Guitar Tuner and String Winder. I’ve read – and seen! – how regular plastic string winders can mess up…
Act of Violins: The Violin Market in 2018
In a market segment where the end-user tends to skew towards the conservative and traditional (“staid,” as more than one participant in this month’s survey put it), it’s not especially…
Less Tax, Employee Retention. Retirement Nest Egg. Get a 401(k)
As a business owner, you may be looking for ways to mitigate your annual tax bite while diversifying your retirement risk. Creating a 401(k) or other retirement plan such as…
Success Today Takes Unique Skill Sets
Recently I had the privilege of engaging in conversation with a good friend who happens to be dean of a private school. Since we are good friends, the conversations between…
Do as I Say (Just Don’t Expect Me To…)
Within a number of past editorials, I’ve celebrated those who design and offer new, weird, innovative instruments and gear. I’ve encouraged dealers and others in the industry to welcome innovation…