Supro launches all-tube trio
US amp manufacturer Supro has introduced three new-all tube amp combos.
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Ten more for the NAMM TECnology Hall of Fame
The NAMM TECnology Hall of Fame will induct another 10 audio products and innovations at the NAMM show.
International expansion eyed by "Musicians' eBay", Reverb
Reverb.com – the marketplace for musicians to buy and sell musical instruments and gear – has secured another $25 million of funding through equity investor, Summit Partners.
AES 2015: It's Back and Ready to Party
The 139th Convention of the Audio Engineering Society, held in New York City's Jacob Javits Convention Center from October 29 through November 1, was definitely one for the…
32nd Annual Fifty Dealer/Fifty State Review & Forecast
ALABAMA Art’s Music Shop Montgomery
34th Annual America’s Top Music Chains
[Disclaimer]:As the dealers represented in this report are privately held, the data being presented in “America’s Top Chains” was supplied by the companies, themselves. In other instances, MMR made estimates…
New distributor ADG, reveals plans
The newly formed Audio Distribution Group has spoken in greater detail about its plans, including the first two product lines.
Former TC team sets up new audio distributor
A triumvirate of former TC Group management have launched their own audio distribution start-up.
Pigtronix adds new Echolution 2 pedals
US effects pedal brand Pigtronix has released two new versions of its Echolution 2 delay pedals.
Music China 2015: International MI Community Gathers in ‘The Pearl of the Orient’
The news out of China this past summer was mostly centered around the nation’s stock market crash – a main source of global economic volatility for many month…
GHS extends use of "guaranteed" packaging
GHS Strings has extended its new Nitropack packaging, with its “ultimate guarantee”, beyond just its Boomers and Americana series.
Music China - This Week!
This year’s Music China is promised to be all-encompassing. Asia’s preeminent trade show, which will open next week from October 14 – 17, features 1,782 exhibitors from 30…
Guess Who’s Back? – KORG Reissues the ARP Odyssey
Sales of analog synthesizers over the past few years have been, for the most part, on the rise. Korg’s ARP Odyssey is surely the poster child for this…
Pro Audio’s Next Destination is Networking and Your Store is on the Way
This October 31st may just be another Halloween to you, but to a substantial slice of musicians out there it’s also the third day of the AES Show,…
A Welcome Counterpoint
With the start of each new school year comes the inevitable bubbling-up of calls for donations of instruments or funding to local school music programs.
Prolight + Sound Shanghai 2015
With Prolight + Sound Shanghai just around the corner, 500 brands and companies from 17 countries and regions are set to reveal their most signature and latest pro…
Another UK music shop closes down
Another UK music shop has closed down, with the Purple Ukulele in Tiverton, Devon shutting its doors, after the owner decided to call it a day just three years since opening up.
Horowitz Piano Arrives in Charlotte—Public Access Offered
The legendary Steinway & Sons Model D Horowitz Piano, CD 503, has arrived in Charlotte to begin a unique area tour that will include philanthropic concerts and public…
PR Orange Amplification To Auction A One Of A Kind Amp For Charity
Orange Amplification are offering the chance to own a Crush Pro 120 Guitar Combo (RRP $949) signed by some of the biggest names in the music industry, making…
Musicians' Union backs teaching co-operatives
The Musicians’ Union (MU) and Co-operatives UK have launched an initiative aimed at creating more music teacher co-operatives.
D'Addario and 92Y Launch New On-Demand Series
Since 2008 Benjamin Verdery has talked guitar with some of the instrument's finest players, as part of 92Y's celebrated Art of the Guitar concert series, which he directs.
Unique MotoGP guitar up for grabs
It's not often there's crossover between motorsport and guitars, but guitar fans are being given the chance to bid for a unique custom-made electric guitar, signed by MotoGP…
RPMDA Board Plans 2016 Convention
This summer, the board of directors for the Retail Print Music Dealers Association (RPMDA) met to plan the organization’s 2016 convention, which is scheduled for April 27–30, 2016…
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.
DWV Entertainment Sells Aphex to RØDE
DWV Entertainment, parent company of audio brand Aphex for the last several years, has announced the sale of Aphex to Australian pro-audio company RØDE Microphones.
Making the most of your Millennials
NAMM board member and Contemporary Music Center director, Menzie Pittman (left), has some sage words of advice on how to understand and get the best out of those digital…
Millennials in the Workplace
Growing up being a drummer, nothing was cooler than being fast.
Instrument & Gear Rentals: Rental Programs Ramp Up for ‘Back to School’ Season
In anticipation of the coming fall semester MMR recently reached out to over 500 MI dealers across the country to discuss instrument rental programs.
Hal Leonard & Willis Music Celebrate a Decade
Hal Leonard Corporation and Willis Music have spent a decade making beautiful music together.
Audio-Technica Honors Online Marketing with Samurai Award
Audio-Technica has recognized Wadsworth, Ohio-based Online Marketing with its Samurai Award for the 2014/2015 fiscal year.