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2016 Music Products Industry Archive

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Curbishley, CEO of PRG Music Group, Announces Resignation

CEO of the PRG Music Group, Mickey Curbishley has announced that he will be leaving Production Resource Group as of June 30, 2016.

Universal Percussion Dismisses Suit Against Zildjian

Universal Percussion, distributor of Wuhan cymbals,has voluntarily dismissed the trademark infringement action it filed against Avedis Zildjian last month relating to Avedis Zildjian's allegedly unauthorized use of Universal Percussion's S…

Holy Grail show confirms line-up

The exhibitor list for the 2016 Holy Grail Guitar Show has been confirmed, with 135 different luthiers showcased at the Berlin event.

New Thomas Blug pedals from Xvive

The range of compact effects pedals from Xvive continues to grow with two new signature pedals from German guitar virtuoso Thomas Blug.

Rocktron reduces noise reduction unit

Guitar noise reduction firm Rocktron, has launched the MicroHUSH, a version of its HUSH noise reduction pedal in a micro chassis.

Barnes & Mullins holding DR string swap shops

DR String’s distributor Barnes & Mullins has announced the launch of a one day promotional event in participation with eight selected UK retailers.

HAMMOND ORGAN’s Sound Soul Summit V to Rock Nashville

HAMMOND ORGAN USA announces the lineup for the fifth Sound Soul Summit, to be held during the Summer NAMM Show on June 23, 2016. The Summit is co-sponsored by Keyboard…

Blizzard Lighting Stiletto Glo19

The Stiletto Glo19 is Blizzard Lighting’s unique 11° to 58° zoomable wash moving head with under-the-lens “Glo” effects. 

Chauvet Professional Maverick MK2 Spot

Chauvet Professional debuts the new Maverick series of moving fixtures with the Maverick MK2 Spot. Bright, fast and loaded with performance features, the new LED spot is already making waves…

UAD Software v8.6 featuring Fender'55 Tweed Deluxe

Universal Audio has announce the release of UAD Software v8.6, featuring the Fender’55 Tweed Deluxe for Apollo interfaces and UAD-2 hardware.

AIM Music Gifts

Hornberg hb1 Midi Breath Station

ILIO's hb1 MIDI Breath Station from Hornberg Research is designed to allow the user to add natural expression to any electronic instrument or peripheral device with MIDI or USB.

FBT VENTIS

Comprising four versatile loudspeaker enclosures for either portable use or fixed installation, the Italian-made FBT VENTIS Series has been designed to meet the highest standards in both performance and aesthetic…

Légère Orchestral Grade Synthetic Oboe Reed

After many months of delays and streamlining production Légère has launch the first orchestral grade synthetic oboe reed.

Hal Leonard Sixth Volume of Real Book

Hal Leonard Corporation is proud to unveil a new volume in the songbook series for jazz musicians in the world: The Real Book Volume 6.

Henry Heller Embroidered Sugar Skulls Guitar Straps

IMS Technologies BLOWiT Fans and Charactune Tuners

IMS Technologies, an MI fundraiser housing cancer patients and their famillies, introduces BLOWiT Fans and adds to their line of Charactune Tuners. 

Loog Guitars App and Educators’ Guide

The Loog Guitars' app, dubbed Loog Academy, packs a complete set of tools to get kids playing songs: a tuner, video lessons by Grammy award winner Tim Kubart, chord charts,…

Sabian Revives Crescent Cymbals

Sabian is proud to announce a continued commitment to old-world cymbal excellence with the relaunch of Crescent Cymbals – a series of traditionally-crafted instruments that are thin, dark, complex and…

On-Stage Band & Orchestra Care Accessories

On-Stage a new line of band & orchestra care accessories assortment includes everything from brass/woodwind swabs, brushes and cleaning kits; to cork grease and valve oil.

Players Music Cool Wind Horns

Players Music has been appointed exclusive U.S. distributor for Cool Wind ABS Horns, the next generation of plastic wind instruments.

Alfred Music Basic Piano Library: Popular Hits

Alfred Music release new levels of the already-existing series Alfred’s Basic Piano Library: Popular Hits. New levels being released include Level 1A, Level 3, Complete Level 1 (1A/1B), and Complete…

Electro-Harmonix Mel9 Tape Replay

EHX’s new MEL9 Tape Replay Machine emulates classic Mellotronsounds includeing: orchestra, cello, strings, flute, clarinet, saxophone, brass, low choir and high choir.

KMC Music DigiTech TRIO Band Creator and Looper Pedals

KMC Music is shipping DigiTech TRIO Band Creator and TRIO+BandCreator+Looper pedals to dealers nationwide.

D’Addario NS Micro Soundhole Tuner

Planet Waves by D’Addario has announced their new NS Micro Soundhole Tuner.

D’Addario Nickel Bronze Acoustic Guitar Strings

D’Addario is set to expand their acoustic string line, announcing the brand new uncoated Nickel Bronze series. 

Perri’s New Retro Hootenanny Guitar Straps

Perri’s are delighted to introduce their new Hootenanny Guitar Straps.

Ernie Ball Music Man The Valentine

Ernie Ball Music Man announced that the Valentine, a brand new guitar designed by celebrated guitarist James Valentine (Maroon 5), will be available for pre-order on June 1, 2016.

Deering Tony Trischka Signature Model Banjos

Tony Trischka has partnered with Deering Banjos. The two new signature model 5-­string banjos are named the Golden Clipper and the Silver Clipper; retailing respectively for $17,299 and $4,799.

Riversong Guitars' Silhouette and Silhouette DLX

Riversong Guitars' Silhouette features a west coast Sitka spruce top, Chillakwian maple back and sides, and a walnut fret board.

Cordoba Mini SM-CE

Cordoba introduced the latest addition to the Cordoba Mini Series: the Mini SM-CE. The Mini SM-CE features a solid cedar top, spalted maple back and sides, and a padauk rosette…

Guild Guitars Reissues the S-200 T-Bird and the Bluesbird

Guild Guitars Reissues the two popular guitars from the sixties with a modern twist. 

Yamaha TransAcoustic Guitar

Yamaha TransAcoustic Guitar is an entirely new concept in acoustic guitar technology that recreates the experience of playing in a rich, live room without needing any external amplification or effects.

Michael Kelly Guitars Patriot Striped Ebony

An addition to the Custom Collection, the Michael Kelly Guitars Patriot Striped Ebony features a distinctive striped ebony top and mahogany body with five-ply white-black binding, as well as a mahogany…

Music Takes a Stand on a Difficult Topic

The connection between music and non-traditional gender identities, aka LGBT, goes back decades, if not centuries.

4 Ways to be Working on Your Business and Not in It

We are entering the summer season, nearing the mid-point of the year and turning the corner into fall. What better time to rejuvenate and refresh the way we are approaching…

Making the Case for Nylon-Strung Guitars

After almost eight years of reading MMR, I admit to feeling somewhat left out.

Retail: The Mall of Fame

The growing number of music museums all have a retail component. Is there a connection?

Chuck Surack: The Founder of Sweetwater Sound Gives Back to the Community that Nurtured Him

If, at 14 years old, Chuck Surack hadn’t met his first girlfriend, he probably would have made Eagle Scout.

Kawai: Setting the Standards

The people at Kawai certainly possess a passion for pianos.