News and updates from manufacturers, distributors, and suppliers in the MI industry.
The acquisition, completed last month, makes KMC Music the sole United States distributor of Rhythm Tech percussion products and accessories, according to KMC Music president Mark Terry. “JAM Industries is…
After three years of steady growth in the U.S., Nuvo has opened the doors of its new sales and distribution center in Boston. “It’s been exciting to come to NAMM,…
Blackstar’s distribution arm, DIST-X has taken on exclusive UK distribution of the Dean Markley string brand. It takes over the UK and Ireland distribution from Korg, which took it on…
KMC Music (www.kmcmusic.com) recently announced that parent company JAM Industries (www.jamindustries.com) has acquired Rhythm Tech (www.rhythmtech.com). The acquisition, completed last month, makes KMC Music the sole United States distributor of…
Tanglewood has appointed BMI Groothandel BV as its exclusive distribution partner for the Benelux territory. BMI will replace AB Music in Belgium and Benelly in Holland, adding the Tanglewood brand…
Allen & Heath has overhauled its distribution strategy in Italy, recruiting Exhibo to manage the brand’s installation, touring, rental and broadcast sales portfolio, while existing partner, EKO Music will focus on the MI…
Alvarez Guitars has signed a new distribution deal for Japan, with the Kanda Shokai group. Starting in November, Kanda Shokai will be supplying retailers in Japan with Alvarez guitars and accessories.…
D’Addario has announced a partnership with Collings Guitars of Austin, Texas that will see the prominent instrument maker exclusively use D’Addario’s NYXL strings on their electric guitars. Introduced last year,…
440 Distribution has been appointed UK distributor for the Red Witch Pedals guitar and bass effects range. Red Witch, which boasts has a number of notable users including U2, The…
While fans and retailers of electric guitar impatiently await the next “guitar hero” to revitalize that segment of the market, acoustic guitar sales continue to climb (see our dealer survey…
Rotosound has become sole UK distributor of the Rockready gig bags and straps range. The Rockready Volo gig bags are suitable for a wide range of guitar and bass brands. The cases are made with Codura fabric,…
When you hear the words “Jersey Surf,” you’ll either think of catching waves off the Jersey Shore or the Jersey-based competitive drum and bugle corps. The Jersey Surf Drum and…
