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D'Addario Foundation Hosts Recital for the Long Island Lesson Program and Awards Music Scholarships to Six Students

On Monday, May 21, 2018, the D'Addario Foundation hosted the Long Island Lesson Program's end-of-year recital at the D'Addario & Co Factory in Farmingdale, New York.

pBone Launches Beginner Bundles

JHS has launched a Beginner Bundle for plastic trombone range, pBone.

Pigtronix Brings Out Micro Version of Philosopher's Pedal

Pigtronix has brought back its Philosopher's Tone series of custom shop compressor/sustainer/distortion effects pedals in micro form, as the Philosopher's Tone Germanium Gold Micro.

Lunastone Pushing New Pusher

Lunastone has upgraded its overdrive pedal  - The Pusher - and given it a new name – the Boost 18.

Rosetti Adds La Bella String Brand

Rosetti has taken on the UK and Ireland distribution for La Bella strings, the oldest incorporated and continuously family owned and operated music string manufacturer in the world.

Hopkins Rebuilds Brighter Shade Studios with Fixtures from Radial

John Driskell Hopkins, a founding member of the Zac Brown Band, recently included a Radial Powerhouse 500 series chassis in his updated version of Brighter Shade Studios.

Alfred Music Attends NAMM Music Education Advocacy D.C. Fly-In

During the week of May 21 to 25, Alfred Music’s Ron Manus, chief business development officer, and Jennifer Paisley-Schuch, trade shows and partnerships director, joined nearly 100 music industry leaders,…

Energy Department Recognizes Martin for Achieving Energy Productivity Goals

The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) recognized the energy productivity achievements of. C.F. Martin & Co. (Martin Guitar), a partner in DOE's Better Plants Challenge.

Gibson Rescue Package Close But Delays Likely

According to many outlets, Gibson Brands has won approval for a loan of $135 million, enabling the company to attempt a restructure following its bankruptcy filing in early May.

Gibson Reportedly Approved for Financial Lifeline

According to many outlets, Gibson Brands has won approval for a loan of $135 million, enabling the company to attempt a restructure following the bankruptcy filing in early May.

NAMM Members Advocate for Music Education in Washington D.C.

​In late May, nearly 100 music industry leaders, notable artists and arts education activists traveled to Washington, D.C. to advocate for all school-aged children to have access to quality, comprehensive…

Shand Joins SJC as General Manager

​SJC Custom Drums of Southbridge, Massachusetts has announced that music industry veteran, John Shand, will be joining the company as general manager.

Johns Creek United Methodist Church Installs Danley Fixtures

Johns Creek United Methodist Church of Johns Creek, Georgia recently had a new Danley Sound Labs sound reinforcement system installed in the house of worship.

Korg Attends The Potters House International Leadership Conference

Last month, Korg USA, Inc. attended The Potters House International Leadership Conference, an event that offers a series of inspirational classes and lectures to help better guide businesses across all…

Music & Arts Stores Offer Free Guitars to New Lessons Students During 'Open House' in June

Music & Arts has invited all students, parents, and educators to attend their Open House weekend (June 22 to 24) for complimentary guitar lessons and live music, and a free guitar…

Bakithi Kumalo Chooses Phil Jones Bass For Current Tour

Bassist Bakithi Kumalo has selected a Phil Jones Bass touring rig for the Paul Simon's Homeward Bound Tour, also being billed as his farewell tour.

Roland Piano Featured on Animal Planet Program 'Tanked'

Animal Planet reality program "Tanked" recently aired an episode where Las Vegas-based firm Acrylic Tank Manufacturing (ATM) built a fish tank that is also a working baby-grand piano with a…

Korg and Propellerhead Partner to Offer Reason Lite for Free

Korg and Propellerhead Software have announced a new partnership to offer Reason Lite for free with the purchase of select Korg hardware controllers.

Allen and Heath Strikes New Deal for Turkey

Allen & Heath (DJ) has chosen HEC Pro of Istanbul as its new exclusive distributor in Turkey.

Future Launching World Guitar Day

Magazine publisher Future plc, is launching World Guitar Day on Saturday, 29th September 2018, an "on and offline celebration of all things electric and acoustic guitar".

RapcoHorizon Buys Lava Cable

RapcoHorizon, an RHC Holdings company, has acquired cables and accessories specialist, Lava Cable.

Korg USA, Inc. Promotes Zegelbach and McLam to New Sales Positions, Names Allen Warehouse Associate

​Korg USA, Inc. has announced the promotion of territory sales manager Mike Zegelbach to regional sales manager and inside sales rep Taylor McLam to business development specialist.

UK Brands in Price-Fixing Investigation

Five leading UK musical instrument companies have become the subject of an investigation into alleged price fixing by the Competition and Markets Authority (CMA).

JHS adds distribution of Clayton accessories

JHS is now exclusively distributing Clayton USA guitar accessories in the UK and Republic of Ireland, focusing mainly on its wide range of guitar picks.

GHS Now U.S. Distributor of Innovation Double Bass Strings

​GHS Strings  has become the US distributor of UK brand Innovation double bass strings.

GHS Now U.S. Distributor of Innovation Double Bass Strings

​GHS Strings  has become the U.S. distributor of Innovation double bass strings.

Eminence Ensemble Use CHAUVET Professional Fixtures On The Road

Eminence Ensemble's current tour features a lightshow by their LD Jake Gibson, who used a floor package anchored by CHAUVET Professional Rogue R1 Spot fixtures. 

GC Appoints Moran as Vice President of Marketing and Buckborough as Vice President of eCommerce

Guitar Center (GC) has announced two new additions to its Marketing and eCommerce teams: Erica Moran has been appointed vice president of Marketing, and Bob Buckborough has been appointed vice…

Avid Enters Agreement with Seneca College to Upgrade Media Creation and Production Teaching Facilities

Avid has announced that Seneca College of Applied Arts and Technology has become an Avid Media Campus site standardizing on Avid’s platform-based workflows across its eight campuses to ensure students college-wide can learn on…

Reverb Doubles Size of Chicago Headquarters

In late May, Reverb.com unveiled its new 10,000 square foot office expansion.

Trade Regrets: Fredy Shen

On May 23rd, we received the following from Remo, Inc.:It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Fredy Shen, a beloved leader and integral part of the…

HTD Signs Framus and Warwick Deal

High Tech Distribution has been appointed as exclusive distributor for the Framus & Warwick brands in both the UK and France.

Floyd Rose Moves Into Pro-Audio Market with Headphone Range

Tremolo specialist Floyd Rose has become latest MI brand to move into the pro-audio market, with a range of headphones and earbuds.

Audio-Technica Picks New Swedish Partner

Audio-Technica has appointed Luthman SMTTS AB as its new distributor in Sweden, with effect from 1st June 2018.

Orianthi Becomes Newest Orange Ambassador

Orianthi has become Orange Amplification’s latest Ambassador.

Rimmers Backs Rotosound with String Clinics

On Saturday 26th May 2018, all of Rimmers’ North West stores are hosting a Rotosound string day where customers can receive a free set of Rotosound strings for their guitar, and also…

Warwick Adds to Custom Bass Line-up

Warwick has added to its range of limited edition custom shop bass guitar models with the Streamer Stage I.

Sweetwater Helps Renovate Fort Wayne’s Clyde Theatre

Sweetwater has announced the completion of renovating Fort Wayne’s historic art-deco Clyde Theatre into a state-of-the-art music/performance/arts venue.

Jackson and Fairbanks Added to Promark by D’Addario Artist Family

Promark by D’Addario Percussion has announced that Tim Jackson and Tim Fairbanks have joined their family of artists.

Yarlagadda Named QSC Chief Technology Officer and Executive Vice President, Product Development

​QSC has announced the appointment of Aravind Yarlagadda as chief technology officer and executive vice president, Product Development.