Ashton moves into cajon market
Ashton and UK distributor Sound Technology have released a number of new percussion products, including its debut into the cajon market. The introduction of the Ashton ACJ58 (£59) and ACJ90 (£89)…
Marshall film attracts all-star line-up
A new documentary about the story of Marshall Amps and its founder Jim Marshall, has attracted a host of well-known players including Billy Gibbons, Slash (naturally), and Lemmy, among many…
Leeds dealer hopes to expand with cafe concept
Leeds retailer Northern Guitars has plans to expand its shop with a new ”guitar cafe” concept. The idea is to add a cafe, bar (a drinks licence has been applied…
Tascam launches two home recording starter packs
Tascam has launched two new entry-level home recording bundles - the Trackpack 4x4 and Trackpack 2x2. The 4x4 package comes with a US-4x4 audio interface, two TM-80 microphones and two sets of…
New face for Musikmesse marketing
Christopher Sparkes has been appointed director of marketing communication for the Musikmesse and Prolight + Sound trade shows. He will be responsible for the conceptual and strategic development of the marketing-communication…
Yamaha Unveils Website to Strengthen Relationships with Academic Institutions
Yamaha Corporation of America today announced the launch of a website designed to provide valuable online resources for academic institutions nationwide. The new site ( www.YamahaISG.com ) was built by…
Full Compass Becomes First U.S. Retailer of Dean Zelinsky Guitars
Dean Zelinsky guitars and has chosen the online retailer Full Compass as its first USA retailer. Starting November 1, Full Compass will sell a number of electric guitar models from…
HD signs up Klang range
HD Pro Audio has been appointed as the UK distributor for German headphone and in-ear monitor firm, Klang Technologies. Klang is the designer and manufacturer of a 3D In-Ear Monitoring system…
Music Production Expo back next month
The Music Production Expo returns to the Emirates Stadium in North London on 20th-21st November. For the first time this year it includes Digital DJ – a new feature area…
Distributor backs Tanglewood down under
Tanglewood is making further progress in the Australian market, with its long-term distributor National Music Australia, launching a nationwide window marketing campaign. The brand is being featured in shop windows throughout the…
ROUNDTABLE: Digital Pianos and Keyboards
MMR recently spoke with representatives from nine key players in the digital pianos and keyboards product category – including suppliers of digital pianos, digital organs, hybrids, synthesizers, and controllers – to find…
Yamaha Appoints Winston as Guitar Product Specialist
Yamaha Corporation of America has announced that Andrew Winston has been appointed to the position of product specialist for Yamaha Guitars. Winston will be responsible for conducting regular store inventories…