Breaking industry news, announcements, and developments from across the music products world.
by Beverly Fowler, Director of Artist & Community Relations, PRS Guitars In October 2025, I had the privilege of attending the Women of NAMM Leadership Summit—a gathering dedicated to fostering…
Taylor Guitars, the leading global builder of premium acoustic guitars, has announced its most ambitious tonal expansion to date with two key launches: a Next Generation evolution of its flagship…
Algam Ashdown is pleased to announce a new distribution partnership with OLLO Audio, becoming the exclusive UK distributor for a brand’s premium professional-audio headphones. This agreement brings OLLO Audio’s acclaimed…
D’Addario announces the launch of the XPND Pedal Pry Bar: a compact, XPND-branded tool designed to make pedal removal faster and easier than ever for musicians. Say goodbye to screwdrivers…
ACT Entertainment’s iconic RAT brand brings its latest creation, the Sterling Vermin, to the 2026 NAMM Show (Booth 5227). With a new take on RAT’s unmistakable sound, this boutique distortion…
by John Mlynczak, president and CEO of NAMM The NAMM Show 2026 is rapidly approaching, and we can’t wait to welcome visitors to the Anaheim Convention Center for our 125th…
DPA Microphones will present its 4099 CORE+ Instrument Microphone and redesigned instrument clip solutions to 2026 NAMM Show audiences at Booth 16102. As the next generation of the brand’s renowned…
Fender Musical Instruments Corporation (FMIC) has announced that its Board of Directors has appointed Edward “Bud” Cole as Chief Executive Officer and member of the FMIC Board of Directors. Cole…
Josh Vittek has spent his career helping MI brands cut through the noise. As the founder of Vittek PR, he works closely with musical instrument and pro audio companies to…
Graph Tech Guitar Labs is proud to announce the launch of Graph Tech UK, a new direct UK-based operation designed to deliver stronger service, faster product availability, and improved support…
Vandoren is excited to announce the upcoming launch of the JUNO J5 Bb Clarinet Mouthpiece, the brand’s first model designed specifically for beginning clarinetists and an exciting expansion of the…
Band directors are praising the Vandoren subscription card for eliminating a persistent classroom challenge - reliable access to quality reeds. Designed to provide students with a steady supply of Vandoren…
