British Band Instruments expands international reach
The British Band Instrument Company will be distributing QuikLok Stands and Eko Guitars in the Middle East and Africa plus Acus Sound Engineering in the Middle East, Africa, India and…
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BEST OF 2015: Part Four
The final part of our round-up of the year sees further international growth for British brands, growth of a new online outlet for music products and a new audio distribution…
Vandoren Introduces V21 Saxophone Reeds
After experiencing the success of the V21 Bb Clarinet reed, Vandoren has expanded the line to include alto and tenor saxophone as well.
BEST OF 2015: Part three
The third part of our round-up of the year sees much change in the exhibition space and a couple of rare British success stories...
BEST OF 2015: Part two
Our bumper review of the year's news continues with another mix of good and bad news, new additions and departures...
BEST OF 2015: Part one
Yes, it's that time of the year when we take a look back at the headlines of the previous 12 months, the most vital of which was, of course, the launch…
Supro launches all-tube trio
US amp manufacturer Supro has introduced three new-all tube amp combos.
More Peppa for Access All Areas
Freshman Guitars distributor, Access All Areas Distribution, has announced new additions to its licensed product range with new Peppa Pig instruments.
Protection Racket launches compact drum bag
Protection Racket has added a new compact hardware bag to its range.
PASIC 2015 - 40th Anniversary Show Held in San Antonio
The 40th annual Percussive Arts Society International Convention (PASIC), held November 11-14 in San Antonio, Texas at the Henry B. Gonzalez Convention Center, brought together over 5,000 percussion and drum…
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 record books,…
32nd Annual Fifty Dealer/Fifty State Review & Forecast
ALABAMA Art’s Music Shop Montgomery
NAMM Foundation Launches “Believe In Music” Fund
The NAMM Foundation works year round to create a world in which every child has a deep desire to learn music and a recognized right to be taught. Now NAMM…
Bass Centre launches new Babicz Full Contact Bass Bridge
Bass Centre continues to grow its distribution business and is launching a new Gibson-Style Babicz full contact bass bridge.
DigiTech launches Ventura Vibe pedal
Harman’s DigiTech imprint has launched a new vibe pedal - the Ventura Vibe.
More growth for London Drum Show
Organiser Blaze Publishing, says that this year's London Drum Show enjoyed a five per cent increase in attendance, with a total of 3,427 people coming to London Olympia for the two-day event.
Manuel Rodriguez Launches New Website - www.mrguitarras.es
Manuel Rodriguez launches a new website. Its extensive catalogue and community area are just some of the new features of the website.
Rotosound chief rallies Brits with new group
Ever the patriot, Rotosound chairman, Jason How, has launched a new Facebook page aimed at promoting British-made products and manufacturers and increasing business opportunities for home-grown brands.
Yorkville to Distribute Dynaudio PRO in U.S. and Canada.
Yorkville Sound has announced that as of December 1, 2015, they will be the exclusive North American distributor for Dynaudio Pro line of premium studio monitors.
Guitar Center Launches New Website
Guitar Center has launched its new redesigned website at www.guitarcenter.com.
Gibson launches Widget mic range
Gibson Brands, has launched a new range of Widget microphones by Neat Microphones.
ROUNDTABLE: Electronic drum market
MMR got together with some of the leading manufacturers and distributors in the electronic drum market to discuss coming trends and current conditions in the sector...
New Seagull mandolin launches
Canadian guitar brand Seagull, has launched a new domestically manufactured mandolin, available in the UK through 440 Distribution.
The Beat Goes On: Major Players in Electronic Drums & Percussion Discuss Trends in the Market Segment
Interest in electronic percussion had sort of “ebbed and flowed” from the ‘70s through the early 2000s, but in recent years it seems like those types of instruments have solidly…
KMC’s Mark Terry Discusses an Eventful Year
To say that the past 12 or so months have seen a lot of changes for KMC Music could be safely qualified an understatement: In January of 2015, the organization…
Tascam launches two home recording starter packs
Tascam has launched two new entry-level home recording bundles - the Trackpack 4x4 and Trackpack 2x2.
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.
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.
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.
FBT launches new JTS wireless system
FBT UK has launched the new JTS UF-20 true diversity, dual channel wide band UHF professional wireless system.
D.A.S opens Brazil office
D.A.S. Audio is growing its international business, opening a new subsidiary in Brazil.
PRS launches final run of Custom 24 model
PRS Guitars Europe has announced the release of a final run of the iconic 30th Anniversary Custom 24 model – exclusive to Europe and Australia.
Yamaha launches UK electronic drum roadshow
Yamaha Music Europe (UK) is demonstrating its electronic drum range and showcasing new products for 2015 with a series of events throughout the UK in November and December.
Now Marshall launches rock trivia app
Following the recent release of its new branded Smartphone, Marshall has now put together a rock trivia app for Android phones.
JHS launches new Encore acoustic starter pack
JHS has launched a new range of Encore-branded Dreadnought style guitar packs aimed at the Christmas market.
EBS launches 750 Reidmar bass amp
EBS has released a more powerful version of its Reidmar bass amp - the EBS Reidmar 750.
ADJ Open House Events Announced
ADJ Lighting is pleased to announce two Open House events at their Los Angeles and Miami locations where dealers and end users can see new products releases from over the…
NAMM show floor reveals international growth
NAMM has revealed the floor plan for next year’s show and is promising the most international expo to date.
How to win a Dealers' Choice Award
Is there anything more prestigious to have at the NAMM Show then a bright shiny new 2015 Dealer's Choice Award presented by MMR sitting in your booth? It says a…