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2016 Music Products Industry Archive

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Sam Ash Music Attends Taylor Guitar University

Sam Ash Music has had its biggest Taylor Guitar University in the company’s history.

Gibson Selling Nashville Real Estate

Gibson Brands has put its 1.62-acre real estate portfolio near downtown Nashville up for sale.

Sweetwater Files Suit Against Hello Music

Sweetwater has filed suit in United States Federal District Court against Hello Music, for copying verbatim a large number of images and copy blocks from Sweetwater’s online pages.

DW signs global Kickport deal

Drum Workshop has inked a deal for worldwide distribution, marketing and artist relations for KickPort International products. 

Macclesfield indie facing closure

Long-standing Macclesfield independent Margin Music, has admitted it may not not be around for much longer.

SPOTLIGHT: Make it personal - part two

In the first part of this article, we looked at simple personal monitor mixing systems (PMMs for short) that let musicians hear themselves better. Now, we’ll examine the plethora of modular,…

Gibson raising funds through property sell-off

Gibson Brands has put its 1.62-acre real estate portfolio, near downtown Nashville up for sale.

Aguilar Amplification and La Bella Strings Announce Clinic with Bassist Jamaaladeen Tacuma

Aguilar Amplification and La Bella Strings are pleased to announce a clinic with bassist Jamaaladeen Tacuma.

Alvarez Produces Blues Guitars Video

Alvarez released an online video that features the incredible blues guitars from the new genre-specific Jazz & Blues Series.

New Lennon guitar forms Martin Musikmesse focus

Martin Guitar will unveil a second commemorative John Lennon model at Musikmesse, to follow up on the D-28 75th Anniversary Limited Edition model introduced in January. 

GHS Infinity Steels return

GHS Strings has brought back its Infinity Steels coated round-wound electric bass strings in a limited edition run.

Bass Guitar Show shows grows again

The organiser of the London Bass Guitar Show has announced an official attendance of 2,192 for this year’s event, making it the most successful show to date. 

Manhasset Specialty Receives the Green Manufacturing Award from the State of Washington

The Association of Washington Business (AWB) which serves as the state’s Chamber of Commerce and the Manufacturing and Technology Association announced their selections for manufacturing excellence for 2014 and Manhasset…

Hutts joins Wharfedale

IAG has apppointed Steve Hutt as director of R&D.

Gold Tone Expands Relationship With M&M

Gold Tone Music Group of Titusville, Florida – makers of Gold Tone musical instruments, GT musical instruments, Wood Song Guitars, and the Zero Glide replacement nut system – has announced they…

Red Dog pulls off Production Room stroke

Ambitious dealer Red Dog Music, has added a third store,  acquiring Leeds-based pro audio specialist Production Room.

Danelectro launches new online assets

Guitar brand Danelectro have just launched a new website and accompanying social media add-ons, to coincide with its 60th anniversary.

New Danish distributor for Audio-Technica

Audio-Technica has announced the appointment of a new distributor in Denmark. 

MusicNomad adds to accessories range

MusicNomad has added the Premium Instrument Work Mat to its lineup of equipment care products. 

Davitt & Hanser Named USA Distributor for Kustom

Davitt & Hanser was named as the new distribution partner for Kustom Amplification, effective March 1st, 2016.

Nine Prevail in 2016 Yamaha Young Performing Artists Competition

Yamaha Artist Services Indianapolis, in conjunction with Yamaha Corporation of America, Band & Orchestral Division, has named the winners of the 2016 Yamaha Young Performing Artists (YYPA) Competition.

Trade Regrets: Larry Larson

On March 17th, NAMM’s Dan Del Fiorentino shared the following sad news, detailing that industry vet and founder of Glendale California’s Larry Larson Music had passed away:

New Facilities and Services at Musikmesse 2016

Musikmesse 2016 from April 7 to 10 will offer an expanded range of facilities and services for retailers, distributors, and everyone working in the music sector.

GC Pro to Host Demo/Preview of Yamaha Montage Synth on Thursday, March 31

Guitar Center Professional (GC Pro) is hosting a series of preview demos for the new Yamaha Montage Synth at its Hollywood location (7425 Sunset Blvd., Hollywood, CA 90046) on Thursday, March…

New Japanese guitar factory opens

Japanese guitar manufacturer Sessionable has opened a new factory with money from a number of backers including the giant Mitsubishi group.

Aquila moves into China

Italian string specialist Aquila, has expanded  into China through its relationship with Warwick.

Peavey adds more to bass amp range

Following hard on the launch of its 1000W bass amp, Peavey’s new MiniMega and MiniMax bass amp heads have now arrived in the UK. 

Sakae adds two more to endorsement list

Lauren Kosty has become the latest artist to join Sakae Drums’ growing roster of endorsees.

Peavey launches 1000w bass head

Peavey has launched the Headliner 1000 Bass amp head.

Guitar Show plans expansion

The organiser of The Guitar Show – held at Bingley Hall in Birmingham at the end of February – say this year's show was its busiest yet, and has announced expansion…

SLM Signs Distribution Deal with Silverstein Works

St. Louis Music (SLM) has announced a new partnership with Silverstein Works and will be distributing their ligatures in the U.S. and Canada. 

Retail body backs venue legislation

The Association of Licensed Multiple Retailers (ALMR) has welcomed the new legislation designed to safeguard music venues in England.

PRS launches limited run Super Eagles

PRS Guitars and John Mayer have announced a special run of Private Stock “Super Eagle” guitars.

New marketing chief for Wharfedale

IAG has finally appointed a new head of marketing for Wharfedale Pro, in the form of ex-Yamaha manager, Peter Peck.

Audix Launches New Performance Series Wireless

Audix announced the release of its Performance Series, a professional wireless system designed for vocalists, musicians, performers, and presenters.

Hal Leonard’s Charlie Parker – Saxophone Play-Along Vol. 5 and David Sanborn – Saxophone Play-Along Vol. 8

Hal Leonard released two new volumes in the Saxophone Play-Along series that will enhance the collections of all sax players: Charlie Parker and David Sanborn.

Ibanez SR300E Basses

Available in 4, 5, and 6-string versions, the SR300E, 305E and 306E are designed for experienced players.

Merida Guitars Parlor Series

The new “Parlor Series instruments feature a solid sitka spruce top, mahogany back and sides, a newly designed and modified scalloped bracing and slightly smaller frets than previously found on…

Tama G-Walnut, the Vintage Poplar Maple, and Vintage Hammered Steel Models

Tama has again expanded its Sound Lab Project (S.L.P.) lineup with three new drums, including the G-Walnut, the Vintage Poplar Maple, and Vintage Hammered Steel models.

Manhasset Chorale Microphone Stands

The MANHASSET Chorale Microphone Stands uses the MANHASSET Symphony shaft with Magic Finger Clutch and the Symphony base for great stability and support.