Gibson Unveils the New Gibson Pickup Shop
One of the true pioneers of the electric guitar and guitar pickup design, Gibson’s many years of research and manufacturing in the field have helped shape the sounds of generations…
MMR Dealer Survey: Drum Heads
We invite you to participate in this month's MI retailer survey on drum heads! If this topic is of relevance to your business, please take a moment to share your…
Fender Custom Shop to Release Replica of Jerry Garcia's 'Alligator' Strat
Fender Musical Instruments Corporation (FMIC) and the Fender Custom Shop (FCS) have announced the launch of the Jerry Garcia Alligator Stratocaster® guitar in celebration of Garcia’s 80th Birthday. This Masterbuilt,…
MMR Dealer Survey: Keyboard Gig Bags & Covers
We invite you to participate in this month's Dealer Survey on "Keyboard Gig Bags & Covers." If this topic is of relevance to your retail business, please share your thoughts…
Fender Custom Shop Introduces Johnny A. Signature Strat
Born John Antonopoulos in Malden, Mass., Johnny A. first got the guitar bug when he saw the Beatles in Boston at age 13. Taking the stage name “Johnny A.”, he…
Roland Acquires Drum Workshop
Roland Corporation and Drum Workshop, Inc. have announced a definitive agreement for Roland to acquire all outstanding shares of Drum Workshop. Roland is the leading global manufacturer of electronic musical…
Big Sales Come in Small Packages - The Ukulele Market Stays Strong in 2022
Supply chain disruptions have challenged ukulele brands, just as nearly every other segment of MI – or, really, any and all types of manufactured, distributed products these past few years.…
2022 MMR Dealers' Choice Awards Nominations - Deadline Approaches!
The nomination process for the 2022 Dealers' Choice Awards (DCAs) will be coming to a close on the evening of Tuesday, September 6. While only current MMR subscribers are eligible to vote for the…
PMC's 'Lesson with a Master' Helps Students and Gives Back to Music Retailers
[caption id="attachment_82711" align="alignleft" width="460"] (Right) Lisa Shelton, store manager at Schmitt Music (Omaha, NE), presents the $200 store gift certificate courtesy of PlayDrums.com to Isaiah Holliday, winner of the International…
Dealer Survey: Guitar/Instrument Cables
We invite you to participate in this month's Dealer Survey on the topic of Guitar/Instrument Cables -- results to be published in the September issue of MMR. Click here to share your thoughts!
Allen & Heath USA Promotes Pat McConnell to National Sales Manager
[caption id="attachment_82618" align="alignleft" width="300"] Newly appointed Allen & Heath USA National Sales Manager, Pat McConnell[/caption] Pat McConnell has been appointed National Sales Manager for Allen & Heath USA. McConnell’s background…
Eventide Audio Appoints Joe Cozzi and Bohan Xie to New Sales Leadership Roles
[caption id="attachment_82604" align="alignleft" width="460"] Joe Cozzi, Eventide Sales Manager–Americas[/caption] Eventide Audio has announced that Joe Cozzi and Bohan Xie have been promoted to new sales leadership roles. They will be…