ADJ Hires New Director Of Finance To Join European Management Team
The ADJ Group of Companies is pleased to announce the recruitment of Laurent Paulussen as the new Director of Finance for the company’s European division.
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Whirlwind’s IMP 2 Direct Box
The Whirlwind IMP 2 direct box converts a line or instrument level unbalanced signal to a low impedance mic level balanced signal.
The RockBoard Power Block
The brand new RockBoard Power Block is a compact power supply, delivering current for 10 effect pedals.
ZOOM’s New Pedals
Both the Zoom G1 FOUR and G1X FOUR feature over 70 effects/amp models, looper, drum machine and free ZOOM Guitar Lab software.
New Accessories from Music Nomad
Music Nomad’s Premium Guitar Tech Screwdriver and Wrench Set offers unmatched versatility in one compact, rugged case that can fit in your pocket.
Ibanez’s ANB205 Adam Nitti Signature Electric Bass
The ANB205 Adam Nitti signature electric bass has a lightweight Swamp Ash body which produces sparkling highs and rich harmonics.
Cigar Box Guitars from Lace Music
Lace Music’s new Cigar Box Guitars feature their patented Matchbook Pickup, which offers a mean or clean tone. The Lace Cigar Box Guitar has a fresh sound, designed for ease…
Dubreq’s Stylophone GEN R-8
The Stylophone GEN R-8 is a dual VCO British made boutique synthesizer with a fully analog signal path and a touch keyboard that you can play with your finger.
Digital Pianos from Casio
The new Privia PX-S1000 and PX-S3000 digital pianos from Casio are re-imaginations of their popular Privia line, featuring a completely new, modern design, as well as the best of Casio’s…
New Utility Cart from On-Stage
On-Stage's UTC5500 Utility Cart is an update on the company’s popular UTC2200, featuring a slightly bigger frame and larger, all-terrain wheels.
New Finishes for Pearl Congas and Bongos
Pearl’s Primero Pro series of congas and bongos were designed with professional features at an affordable price, making them the perfect conga set for semi pro players and school programs.
Craviotto’s Heritage Snare Drum
Craviotto’s Heritage snare drum pays tribute to the company’s founder and master drum builder, Johnny Craviotto.
Allen & Heath Part of a Well-Balanced 'Breakfast with The Beatles'
For over 30 years, “Breakfast with The Beatles" has provided an entertaining and informative Beatles-themed way to kick off Sunday mornings. When Southern California’s top-rated Beatles radio program presents special…
Shure Announces ‘For Those Who Tour’ Chicago
Shure has announced “For Those Who Tour” (FTWT) Chicago, a year-long initiative to support, encourage, and inspire artists and creators as they take their talents on tour.
Matt 'Jonezy' Jones and ChamSys Give Evanoff New Look
Lighting designer Matt “Jonezy” Jones recently used his ChamSys MagicQ MQ80 with wings and 26 moving fixtures to create a lightshow for the group Evanoff.
Used Instruments Now Available Through Authorized Dealers and Conn-Selmer
Conn-Selmer, in partnership with their authorized dealers, is now offering used instruments to their education network.
Black Diamond Strings Partners with the Jimi Hendrix Foundation
Black Diamond Strings has announced their partnership with The James Marshall Hendrix Foundation, a 501(c)3, not for profit also known as the Jimi Hendrix Foundation.
Hartley and Mary Peavey Honored with 2019 Mississippi Governor’s Arts Award
Hartley and Mary Peavey have been named as 2019 recipients of the Governor’s Choice Award in the Mississippi Arts Commission’s annual Governor’s Arts Awards.
Doug Wimbish Pays Special Visit to Spector’s Woodstock Shop
Doug Wimbish stopped by Spector’s USA workshop located in Woodstock, New York for some in-depth upkeep on his beloved NS-2 and NS-5 Spector basses.
Gibson Names Agnesi Director of Brand Experience
Gibson Brands is pleased to announce the hiring of Mark Agnesi for the newly created position of Director of Brand Experience.
Music Junkie Closes Down
Leicester store Music Junkie, has shut its doors after its parent company, Blackberry Music, went into liquidation.
Stanley Leard-Freeman
Stanley Leard-Freeman, former proprietor of Queens Road Music Shop in Watford Town Centre, which he opened in 1958, died on February 23 aged 90.
New DJ Event at Musikmesse
Musikmesse and Prolight + Sound are joining forces with the organisers of the Sample Music Festival for the first time to bring together top brands, such as Akai, Denon DJ,…
Pearl Takes on Sabian in UK
Pearl Music Europe has taken over the distribution of Sabian cymbals and Gon Bops percussion from Westside Distribution with immediate effect.
The D'Addario Foundation & GC Launch Fundraiser on International Women's Day 2019
As a result of a successful partnership in 2018, D’Addario, the world’s largest manufacturer of musical instrument accessories and Guitar Center, the world’s largest musical instrument retailer, will launch a fundraising campaign…
Bentivenga Named President of Yamaha Guitar Group
Yamaha Guitar Group, Inc. has announced the forthcoming appointment of Joe Bentivegna to president of the Calabasas-based company.
PRS Guitars Names Carl Langevin as Brand Ambassador for Canada
PRS Guitars has announced that Carl Langevin is now brand ambassador to Canada. In this new position, Langevin will be responsible for working with PRS and its retailers to grow the brand…
J.A.M.S. Signs On As New Sales Reps for Antari Lighting and Effects USA
Antari Lighting and Effects USA recently added Jack Aragon Marketing and Sales (J.A.M.S.) as their new sales representatives for Arizona, Colorado, New Mexico, Utah, Wyoming, South East Idaho, East Montana,…
Twin Town Guitars Offers PLEK Machine Service
Twin Town Guitars in Minneapolis has announced that they are the first and only music store in the upper Midwest to offer PLEK machine service for string instruments with metal…
Porter and Davies Artists Recognised
Porter & Davies artists have been nominated and voted best in their class in the 2019 Modern Drummer Reader Poll.
Augustine Launches new Paragon Line in UK
New York guitar string brand Augustine has announced the immediate availability of its new ‘Paragon’ Fluorocarbon treble nylon guitar strings in the UK.
Fishman Adds New Chinese Distributor
Fishman has appointed Guitarcube as the company’s distributor for China.
Los Cabos Expands European Distribution
Los Cabos Drumsticks, Canada’s largest drumstick manufacturer, has expanded its presence in Europe and has added Finnish firm Soundstore, as distributor.
Scott Dixon Appoints New UK Sales Rep
Scott Dixon, specialist in custom flight cases and speaker cabinets has appointed popular former JHS media exec, Gavin Coulson to handle UK sales.
Nord broadens electric piano library
Nord Keyboards and UK distributor Sound Technology's new Enhanced Electric Pianos recently added to the free Nord Piano Library are now compatible with additional models in the Nord range.
Trade Regrets: Bob Shriver
Robert C. Shriver (Bob), a highly-respected music products manager, passed away unexpectedly on Sunday, February 24 in Camas, Washington. He was 63.
KORG Hosts Annual Brew Music
KORG’s latest Brew Music, held in the heart of Brooklyn, New York, resulted in the biggest turnout yet, with hundreds of people gathering at Kings Country Brewers Collective to get their…
NASMD Big Band Seeks Additional Musicians for March Event
The National Association of School Music Dealers, Inc (NASMD) Sandy Feldstein Tribute Band will make a rare West Coast appearance with a very special guest, baseball legend Bernie Williams. The band will be…
Shure Wireless Drives NBA All-Star Success
The 2019 NBA All-Star Weekend took place in Charlotte, North Carolina, on the weekend of February 15-17. Audio was supplied by Firehouse Productions, with wireless spectrum management handled by Frequency…