MMR Dealer Survey: Instrument (1/4") Cables
Finely crafted instruments, top-notch amplifiers, a well-curated assortment of FX: none of it means much without cables to connect everything together! If cables are an integral accessory for your MI…
31st Annual Dealers’ Choice Awards
2023 saw record-breaking numbers in Dealers’ Choice Awards (DCAs) voting, as well as some of the tightest races, per category, in the awards’ 31-year history. In addition to some repeat…
So How Was 2023 for Musical Instrument Dealers, Really?
As is tradition at this point, I gratefully cede this space in our year-end issue to the folks who truly know what’s going on in MI retail – the dealers,…
Asheville, North Carolina's Musican's Workshop to Close at End of 2023
[caption id="attachment_86089" align="alignleft" width="460"] Frank and Becky Dosier[/caption] “It is with heavy hearts that we announce the closure of Musician’s Workshop," announces a press release issued by Asheville, North Carolina's…
Gibson Custom Shop and Adam Jones of TOOL Unveil Flying V Collector’s Edition
[caption id="attachment_85892" align="alignleft" width="460"] Adam Jones and his Gibson Flying V Collector’s Edition (Photo: Gibson)[/caption] Gibson Custom Shop has announced its latest collaboration with one of rock’s most talented, and…
2023 MMR Dealers' Choice Awards Ballot - Last Chance to Vote!!!
Voting is now open for the 2023 MMR Dealers' Choice Awards! Share your selections for what specific MI brands and models stood out from the pack in 2023, across all…
‘A Wide Open Market’ - MI Retailers’ Thoughts on Sales of Headphones in 2023 Reveal Few Universal Trends
So, when considering the results of this month’s dealer survey, what are we to make of this market segment? The gap between those who report that sales are up, when…
The Front End - Audio Interface Sales Remain Ascendant
Home recording enthusiasts, professional recording engineers, like sound reinforcement engineers, podcasters, streamers, DJs, gamers – it’d almost be easier to list the types of professions and personal passions that don’t…
‘More than Just a Music Store’ – Five Star Guitars at 25
2023 represents the quarter-century mark for celebrated Beaverton, Oregon MI retailer, Five Star Guitars. For 25 years, the dedicated employees at this store have supplied their loyal customer base with…
Proel North America Announces Piano Nation as Arizona Dealership for Dexibell Digital Pianos
Proel North America is pleased to announce Piano Nation of Arizona as the premier Arizona dealership for Dexibell digital pianos. This collaboration presents a significant opportunity for music enthusiasts in…
Peavey Electronics Announces The Music Shop S.R.L. as New Distributor in Romania
[caption id="attachment_85685" align="alignleft" width="460"] Courtland Gray (COO Peavey), Alex Egri (owner The Music Shop SRL), Christoph Sesseck (Sales Manager EMEA Peavey)[/caption] Peavey Electronics® announces that The Music Shop S.R.L.…
Michigan Expansion Unleashed as Ashly Audio Partners with IAV Sales
Ashly Audio™ announces a new partnership with IAV Sales. The independent manufacturers’ representative firm will be taking over representation of the Ashly line covering the state of Michigan. Based in the…