Trade Regrets: John Craviotto
On August 9th, we received the following message from NAMM’s Dan Del Fiorentino:John Craviotto, the founder of Craviotto Drum Company, passed away last month at the age of 69.
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Sweetwater Hires Bailey to run GearFest and Academy of Music
Sweetwater has hired longtime Roland representative Bob Bailey, who will have two roles. He will fill the newly created position of executive director of GearFest, and he will also be…
JHS adds Attitude to accessories line-up
JHS has taken on distribution of the Attitude range of instrument bags and cases across a number of European territories.
Bright idea brings light relief to musicians
A new product from Fretlord, called Spectrus, aims to solve the problem of musician’s not being able to see what they’re playing in a dark performance environment.
New Asia rep for Audix
Audix has appointed Global Market Management as its exclusive representative in the Asia-Pacific region.
GC Expands National Presence with Three Recent Openings
Guitar Center (GC) has been expanding its presence nationwide with recent store grand openings in Orem, Utah (June 30); Cary, North Carolina (July 14); and Norman, Oklahoma (August 11).
Metroplex Selected as Exclusive Bösendorfer Retailer for North Texas
Metroplex Piano Warehouse has been selected as the official Bösendorfer piano representative for the North Texas market. With this rare designation, Metroplex is transforming its Keller store location into a…
How to win a Dealers' Choice Award
Is there anything more satisfying than rocking up at the NAMM Show and having a lovely new Dealer’s Choice Award taking pride of place on your booth? Quite a few things…
Grindrod seeks investment
Amp designer and manufacturer Steve Grindrod is hoping to raise money for his latest eponymous project through online crowdfunding.
Boot Camp is back at NAMM
The 2017 NAMM Show will open one day early for Retail Boot Camp, an intensive one-day training for music retail businesses.
New-look JHS site launch
JHS has launched a brand new trade website, with a number of new features.
Losby Named Steinway CEO
Steinway Musical Instruments has promoted Ron Losby to the position of CEO
Hal Leonard to Distribute ZT Amps
The self-proclaimed “loudest little amps in the world,” ZT Amplifiers, will now be distributed in the United States and Canada by Hal Leonard as part of their expanding distribution business.
Manson heads out of Westside
Andy Manson, long serving head of press and social media at Westside Distribution, is leaving the company and the industry to take a new position elsewhere.
Choose your nominees for the Dealers’ Choice Awards
It’s that time of year again when we invite all MI retailers who subscribe to Musical Merchandise Review to participate in the selection of the nominees for the 24th annual…
Zoom UK adds Metallica guitarist's pedal line
Zoom UK has taken on distribution of the KHDK range of pedals created by Mettalica guitarist, Kirk Hammett.
ICMP strikes deal with London music hub
The Institute of Contemporary Music Performance (ICMP) has struck a new partnership with Tileyard Studios based in Kings Cross, Central London.
Tin Pan Alley film project seeks backers
Journalist and film maker Henry Scott-Irvine, who has been heavily involved in orchestrating the campaign to save Denmark Street from developers, is seeking backers to make a film documenting the…
Last Chance to Select the Nominees for the 2016 MMR Dealers’ Choice Awards!
We invite all MI retailers who subscribe to Musical Merchandise Review to participate in the selection of the nominees for the 24th annual Dealers’ Choice Awards (DCAs) - the final day to let your…
PLASA looks to future at AGM
PLASA’s recent UK AGM saw the audio and lighting body discussing its future direction under new MD Peter Heath, including a restructuring which would lead to the closing of its London…
JBL readies new powered PA launch
JBL has introduced a new wireless high-powered portable PA system - the PRX800W - which will be launched in October.
Yet another joins Sakae roster
Sakae is continuing to build a roster of UK and international talent backing its drum range, adding Area 11 drummer, Leo Taylor.
JHS launches Cavern and Marquee-licensed ranges
JHS has added to its line-up of license-branded instruments with the launch of a new range featuring two iconic music venues - Liverpool’s Cavern Club and London’s Marquee.
Vintage sounds from Antelope's new EQ interfaces
Antelope Audio has added the FET-A76 solid-state compressor to its latest hardware interfaces, as well as a further expansion of its EQ offerings with four new vintage hardware models.
Radial upgrades Tonebone BigShot
Radial Engineering has introduced a major redesign and upgrade for the Tonebone BigShot i/o instrument selector.
Peavey adds new ReValver amp modules
Peavey has released new ACT (Audio Cloning Technology) Combo and Rack modules for its ReValver guitar amp modeling software.
Tracktion now giving away T5 DAW software
Recording software specialist Tracktion is giving away its T5 DAW software for free.
Fender evolves tuning app with new launch
Fender's new Digital initiative has launched its first mobile app, Fender Tune - a free iOS guitar and bass tuner app.
GC To Promote Japinga to CEO
Guitar Center has announced today that Darrell Webb will retire from his positions with the company, effective upon the naming of his successor as Chief Executive Officer. Guitar Center expects…
Roland buys stake in audio specialist
Roland has announced the acquisition of a majority stake in V-MODA, manufacturer of high-fidelity headphones and audio devices.
Wölfel moves up in latest Musikmesse team change
Yet more management changes at Musikmesse, with Mira Wölfel appointed as head of the new Sales and Planning department.
New Peavey FX2 mixer range launched
Barnes and Mullins has launched the new Peavey FX2 Series mixers in the UK.
New operations director for JHS
JHS has appointed Paul Smith to the newly created position of operations director.
Roland Acquires V-MODA
Roland has announced the acquisition of majority stake in V-MODA, the maker of high-fidelity headphones and audio devices.
Zildjian Appoints Filonovich Cymbals Category Manager
The Avedis Zildjian Company has announced that Victor Filonovich has been appointed category manager, Cymbals, effective immediately.
Zildjian New Gen16 Access Tool
The Avedis Zildjian Company released a new and improved Access Tool for the Zildjian Gen16 Acoustic Electric Cymbal System.
Mainline adds Allen and Heath desk
Manchester-based event supply company Mainline Show Productions has recently invested in an Allen & Heath dLive digital mixing system for its hire stock.
Larriveé ships Indian Laurel acoustics
Sound Technology has shipped in the Larrivee range of Indian Laurel acoustics.
Yamaha promo targets upgrades
Yamaha has announced details of its 2016 Piano Upgrade promotion, designed to drive new customers in-store and existing owners to upgrade.
Martin Ritter Launches LØRZ
Martin Ritter has launched the new 2016 LØRZ gig bag range.