Three new Washburn parlour acoustics launched
Washburn continues its recent spate of launches with three new parlour acoustic guitars. The new parlours are based on existing 'acoustic only' Parlour Series models, now with built in Fishman…
NEW POLL: What brings people to your store?
Our latest poll asks what works best at attracting people to your store? With High Street footfall dwindling as stores close and online tightens its grip on shoppers, dealers are…
Greek distributor marks 45 years with Shure
Some rare, but welcome positive headlines from Greece, as the N. Efthymiadis Company celebrates its 45th year as distributor for Shure Incorporated in Greece. It's not quite the IMF debt waiver the nation was…
M & T adds Zildjian in Germany
M & T music and technology, part of the Musik Meyer group, has taken on the exclusive distribution of Zildjian in Germany and Austria. Michael Baader, M & T sales manager, said:…
TOP TEN: Signs your store is overstocked
The local kids think you've installed a maze in-store and even the guys at Guitar Center are shaking their heads at you..... 10: You found a WW2 Japanese soldier hiding…
Nico Efthymiadis And Shure Celebrate 45-Year Partnership
This year, the N. Efthymiadis Company is celebrating its 45th year as distributor for Shure Incorporated in Greece. Owner Nico Efthymiadis accepted a special commemorative certificate from Shure President and…
POLL RESULTS: Do T&Cs put you off some brands?
For many dealers the terms and conditions and minimum stock requirements from under-pressure manufacturers can be prohibitive and sometimes unworkable within the structure of their business, casing them to turn away…
Hidersine funding music education bursaries
Hidersine has struck an education bursary agreement with the European String Teachers Association – ESTA. For every Hidersine instrument sold, Barnes and Mullins will donate to the ESTA Joan Dickson…
IN THE HOTSEAT WITH: Ryan Swift, Soar Valley Music
Large trousered, blackberry-guzzling, indie-rock hopeful, Ryan Swift from Dream Cymbals distributor Soar Valley Music is this week's hotseat guest. Name: Ryan SwiftJob Title: Advertising & marketing bod.What does that involve?…
PRS launches limited edition SE anniversary model
PRS Guitars Europe has announced the launch of the SE 30th Anniversary “Floyd” Custom 24, a limited edition of the popular SE model available in five colours. The 30th Anniversary…
Orange backs Prog gongs
Orange Amplification is continuing its brand profiling activity, as the main sponsor of this year's Progressive Music Awards. The awards return to the Underglobe venue, situated below Shakespeare’s Globe Theatre, on…
RETAIL HACKS: Improvise your displays
Another time saving, money-managing shortcut from those that know all about running a store... Jon Parkinson from Taunton woodwind and brass specialist John Packer Ltd says being a bit creative with what…