DigiTech brings out Boneshaker
DigiTech has launched its new DOD Boneshaker distortion pedal. Available through Sound Technology in the UK, the pedal has a three-band parametric EQ that drives its gain to add more…
Banbury shop branches out with tips site
Banbury-based dealer One Man Band, has launched its own site dedicated to providing tips for Yamaha Tyros keyboard owners and has notched up 500,000 views on YouTube. Owner David Cooper…
Newell Named President & General Manager of Gruhn Guitars
Gruhn Guitars recently announced the appointment of Eric C. Newell to president & general Manager. In addition to overall administration of day-to-day business needs and general staff management, Eric will…
Trade Regrets: Bill Tarpley
On August 9th we received the following message from NAMM’s Dan Del Fiorentino:It's with a heavy heart that I report Bill Tarpley passed away Saturday morning surrounded by his loving…
Trade Regrets: Joe Hume
Joe Hume, founder of Hume Music in Kansas, passed away on August 6th. A veteran school band director prior to opening Hume Music, Joe was a vigorous supporter of school…
Peavey Enlists Plek for Production of Composite Acoustics
Composite Acoustics®, a division of Peavey Electronics Corporation®, has announced the acquisition of a Plek® Pro machine to aid in the production of its premium carbon fiber acoustic guitars manufactured…
Cheltenham store closes doors
Millennium Music in Cheltenham has become the latest UK music retailer to close its doors, shutting down after two decades in business. Increased rents and competiton from online sales were cited as…
Imamura Named President of Lowrey
Lowrey Organ Company has announced that executive vice president Seijiro Imamura has been named president. Imamura has many years of music products industry experience and has lead numerous achievements and…
Ace To Distribute Yamaha B&O Accessories
Ace Products Group officially announces the addition of Yamaha® Band and Orchestra accessories to their rapidly growing product lines and expanding distribution channels. The alliance marks a strategic milestone for Ace…
Aria commits to UK operation
Following the departure of UK MD Matt Joule, and subsequent speculation about the future of the UK operation, Aria has released a statement reiterating its commitment to the business. Joule…
TOP TEN: Least popular guitar colours
Yes, yes, we all love a nice vintage sunburst or a cherry red, but sometimes those design department meetings don't go so well... 10: Bobby Brown9: Trump Face Orange8: That…
NEW POLL: How effective is your social media strategy?
Everyone is doing it, mostly because you're told your business is incomplete and outmoded unless you do, but do you actually know what you're doing with social media? Are you a…