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News February 2, 2021

Riding (and Crashing, Hi-Hatting, Splashing) Out the Storm

MMR Reaches Out to over 300 Cymbal Retailers While some are finding success via the low-volume alternatives presented by electronic drum sets (see page 8) during pandemic-related lockdowns, the majority…

MMR Staff
Feb 2, 2021
News February 2, 2021

All in the F. E. Olds Family

Over 110 years ago, F. E. Olds founder Frank Ellsworth Olds could never have fathomed what the brand would become by 2021. Founded in 1908, the storied American instrument supplier…

MMR Staff
Feb 2, 2021
News February 2, 2021

Southpaw Guitars: Out in 'Left Field' for 40 Years

A little over five years ago, we profiled a unique MI retailer catering exclusively to left-handed guitarists – ‘If it Ain’t Right, It’s Left – 35 Years at Southpaw Guitars’…

MMR Staff
Feb 2, 2021
News February 2, 2021

Fender Launches Chrissie Hynde Signature Telecaster

  Fender Musical Instruments Corporation (FMIC) has released the Chrissie Hynde Telecaster® in its first ever collaboration with the singer-songwriter and guitar icon.  The Signature model is a tribute to…

MMR Staff
Feb 2, 2021
News February 1, 2021

Manus Receives NAMM’s 2021 Believe in Music Award

Alfred Music has announced that Ron Manus was a recipient of NAMM’s annual Believe in Music Award. This prestigious award recognizes the dedication of individuals and businesses that demonstrate a…

MMR Staff
Feb 1, 2021
News February 1, 2021

Selling Flutes in the Time of COVID-19

As for so many in the Music Retail Industry, the past many months have been a severe challenge and game-changer for Flute Pro Shop. Buoyed by PPP and EIDL, Flute…

MMR Staff
Feb 1, 2021
News February 1, 2021

Trust: The Holy Grail of Sales

In an Instant, Trust is Won or Lost More fickle than a Gemini, trust is the unknown, illusive component that can create a customer for you for life or lose…

MMR Staff
Feb 1, 2021
News February 1, 2021

Weeping and Gnashing of Frets

Randall Smith, founder of Mesa/BoogieRandy Smith, founder of Mesa Boogie (one of my favorite amp companies), announced he was selling the company to Gibson Brands. Randy is 75, he has…

MMR Staff
Feb 1, 2021