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New for 2025, TAMA has announced a new, limited-edition Starclassic Walnut/Birch drum kit in a stunning Vermillion Bosse Fonce Fade finish. The kit is offered in a 5-piece, 2-up/2-down configuration…
New for 2025, TAMA has announced their new the Mirror Rod, an innovative twin pedal drive shaft designed to facilitate and extremely smooth, mirror-like action between both sides. A common…
New For 2025, TAMA has announced the release of its new S.L.P. Mod Bubinga snare drum. This 12" x 7" drum features a 6mm-thick, 9-ply Bubinga shell, delivering a sharp…
To our global music community, We are closely monitoring the wildfires in Los Angeles and their devastating impact on local communities. During the past few days, our efforts have been focused…
RBC Publications is thrilled to release the much anticipated second volume of Texas Prep Series: Daily Exercises Based on the State Sight-Reading Criteria series for Concert Bands and the inaugural…
Ibanez has expanded its Axe Design Lab lineup for 2025 with two exciting new models. The first, a new SML721, features a brand-new Midnight Atlantic Ocean Matte finish. Another standout…
For 2025, Ibanez has launched two new EHB models featuring Fishman electronics: the EHB5MSBSP and EHB1675MS. Both models are equipped with Fishman Fluence Bass Humbuckers, paired with Fishman's 3-band EQ…
As the iconic Sam Ash Music mega-chain shuttered its 42 stores in May of last year (Sam Ash’s 100th anniversary year), the company noted in court documents that it had…
As I observe the slug-fest that is today’s evolving retail environment, I am encouraged by the willingness of independent music dealers to engage in exchanging creative ideas. The tones of…
In the fall of 2023, Gabe Dalporto assumed the position of CEO at the nation’s largest musical instrument retailer. In the ensuing months, he has brought his unique pairing of…
Technology marches on, but tube (“valve,” for our pals across the pond) amps have never really ceded the spotlight. Is it that many guitarists are “traditionalists” – old-fashioned romantics unable…
MMR presents some of the most significant new instruments, print music titles, music-making gear, and other related items on-hand at this winter’s industry gathering in Anaheim. Cases & Stands On-Stage’s…
