The jHorn from Nuvo
The jHorn is the latest addition to Nuvo’s expanding range of innovative pre-band instruments.
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2019 Music Products Industry Archive
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Hunter’s HOB6449WB Oboe
Hunter’s HOB6449WB Oboe is a heavy-duty bell, designed for professional oboists.
Roland’s AE-01 Aerophone Mini
The AE-01 Aerophone mini digital wind instrument from Roland eliminates complicated fingerings and difficult breath control with this easy-to-learn instrument featuring BluetoothMIDI and Audio connectivity.
New from TRX Cymbals
TRX has announced an expansion and upgrade to its exclusive special edition line: the Special Edition KX Thunder and AX Lightning Crash cymbals.
iRig Keys 2 series from IK Multimedia
IK Multimedia’s iRig Keys 2 series of mobile MIDI keyboard controllers offer new ways to connect and control, updated compatibility, and a sleek new look.
Kendor Music’s New Releases
Kendor Music’s Volume 39 String Orchestra music features 18 new pieces at the grade 1-4 level, many of which are available on SmartMusic.
New Releases from Alfred Music – Fall 2019
Written by Peter Erskine and Dave Black, The Musician’s Lifeline represents the combined experience and knowledge of the authors gained through their lives in music.
Z60M MINI-Z Vise Mounted Dent Machine
This mini version of the Z60 Dent Machine is more compact for easy storage, maneuverability, and transportability.
The Mini Link Pro Line from KLOTZ
The Mini Link pro line from KLOTZ includes a variety of cables with mini jack, jack, RCA, and XLR connectors.
RockBoard’s ISO Power Block V10
The RockBoard ISO Power Block V10 is a multi-power supply for effects pedals that offers 10 transformer-isolated and highly filtered power slots: 8 x 9 volts (isolated) with a max.…
Guitarrón and Vihuela String Sets from D’Addario
The Mariachi Guitarrón Phosphor Bronze Strings from D’Addario feature Phosphor Bronze wound bass strings with NY Steel cores. which provide better pitch stability and higher break strength.
Pokémon-Themed Accessories from KORG
KORG has collaborated with the makers of the popular anime series “Pokémon,” releasing limited-edition models of select characters for the Pitchclip 2 clip-on tuner and the MA-2 metronome.
Nicola Brand Strings
Created for both the traditionalist and today’s modern musician, Nicola Brand Strings deliver superior tone and feel.
Whirlwind’s Leader Standard Series Cable
Premium, rugged, and practically indestructible, Whirlwind’s Leader Standard Series Cable comes with a lifetime guarantee.
‘Hey, Mr. DJ, Put a Record On…’ The DJ Mixer Market in 2019
In this issue’s supplier roundtable we speak with individuals representing five of the most sought-after and innovative brands in this world to learn about what’s hot, what’s on the horizon,…
A Century-Old ‘Complex Challenge:’ Thomastik-Infeld Celebrates 100 Years of String-Making
This October, MMR turns our attention across the seas to focus on an Austrian institution: Thomastik-Infeld, which celebrates 100 years in operation this fall. MMR chatted with owner and CEO…
Powerage: Are Live Power Amplifiers on the Way Out?
With less than 15 percent (13.3%) of participants in this month’s dealer survey – sent out to over 300 MI retailers – claiming that sales of live power amplifiers are…
The Lost Apprentice Model
But for a minute, let’s focus on the reality of customer comprehension – that is what has really changed. I am going to call it “the lost apprentice model.”
What’s Your Business Worth?
In my January 2018 MMR column, I did my own reality check on the subject of valuation during an interview with Steve Zapf, the past-president of Music & Arts. (Jeff…
Hal Leonard’s Larry Morton
In late June of this year, it was officially announced that longtime Hal Leonard CEO Keith Mardak would be stepping down, with Larry Morton assuming the titles of president and…
A Co-op Grows in Massachusetts
Imagine Bernie Sanders owning a music store. The chances of that are fairly remote, especially since he’ll likely be busy with other responsibilities until November 2020. But the next closest…
‘Don’t Bury Me…I’m Still Not Dead’
This issue’s dealer survey is on the subject of live power amplifiers and one of the main takeaways, based on participants’ responses, is that this market segment has contracted fairly…
The Tiny House Listening Lounge at the Mile of Music Festival Gets Big Sound from Bose Portable Loudspeakers
This year — the festival’s seventh — festivalgoers could leave the main stage area and head over to the Tiny House Listening Lounge, where a range of Bose Portable sound…
Rodriguez-Berzosa Powers Multi-Dimensional Show at Spain’s Florida Retiro with ChamSys
At the Madrid club Florida Retiro, house designer Fernando Rodriguez-Berzosa creates stunning lightshow spectacles, and powers them with his ChamSys MagicQ MQ80 console.
CITES Issues Official Notification for Dalbergia Annotation Change
On October 3, CITES (Convention on International Trade in Endangered Species of Wild Fauna and Flora) issued an official notification stating that the effective date for the musical instrument exemption from…
Rhythm Tech Launches New Website
Rhythm Tech has launched a new brand website, featuring a streamlined interface that’s fully optimized to ensure a seamless customer experience.
KORG USA, Inc. Staff Participates in Annual Charity Race
KORG USA, Inc. joined thousands of Long Island professionals for the 2019 Marcum Challenge, an annual 5k organized to raise money and awareness for the company’s brand mission: to provide…
2020 She Rocks Awards Honorees Announced
The 2020 She Rocks Awards recipients include Gloria Gaynor, Linda Perry, Lzzy Hale, Suzi Quatro, Beatie Wolfe, Suzanne D’Addario Brouder, Tara Low, Myrna Sislen, Judy Schaefer, and Ebonie Smith.
Martin Audio WPL Fires Deep into Spectacular Leeds Castle Amphitheatre
The visitor experience of this stunning show was augmented by the clarity, coherence and even distribution of the sound, delivered by the advanced Martin Audio Wavefront Precision Longbow (WPL).
L-Acoustics Spotlights AVB Networking at AES
This month, at the AES Convention held at New York City’s Javits Center, L-Acoustics team members will be leading and/or participating in seven AES presentations, several of which will focus…
Yamaha Celebrates 43-Year Partnership with the Monterey Jazz Festival
Yamaha has been the longest-term major partner to the festival, providing the pianos and drum sets for all festival stages for more than four decades.
Gurdas Maan Basks in CHAUVET Professional Color Washing at Edmonton Show
Underscoring the deeply moving tone of the evening was an immersive Roosevelt Dsouza lightshow that featured 40 Rogue R2 Wash fixtures from CHAUVET Professional.
Global Audio Supports New York World Pride Event
Global Audio Systems provided audio, lights and staging for the New York World Pride Event at New York City’s Javits Center, the first time the event has been held in…
GC Appoints Bracken as VP of Merchandising and Private Brands, and Allred as VP of Merchandising
Guitar Center (GC) has announced two new key appointments to its Merchandising team: Karl Bracken as Executive Vice President of Merchandising and Private Brands, and Matt Allred as Vice President…
Danley Gives Intelligibility, Impact to Lock Haven University's Reverberant Fieldhouse
All Bald Eagle indoor sports are played at the Thomas Fieldhouse gym, which was built in 1935, and although it was updated in 1953 and again in 1984, new Danley…
Audio-Technica Appoints Midwest AV for Northern Illinois and Eastern Wisconsin Territory
Audio-Technica has appointed the sales rep firm Midwest AV for the territory comprising Northern Illinois and Eastern Wisconsin, effective October 1.
Reason Studios Partners with M-Audio
Reason Studios announced today that is partnering with M-Audio to offer Reason Lite with select M-Audio controllers.
The Best Communities for Music Education Sought by The NAMM Foundation
The NAMM Foundation is seeking school districts and schools with an exemplary commitment to music education to be recognized as part of the Foundation's Best Communities for Music Education (BCME) program.
Conn-Selmer Hosts ‘Grant Writing & Funding Strategies for Music Programs’ Workshop
On December 16 and 17, Conn-Selmer will host a workshop called “Grant Writing & Funding Strategies for Music Programs” to help educators learn about different fundraising strategies to benefit their…
Musical Innovations and Fox Music House Host Successful Clarinet Day
Musical Innovations and its Charleston affiliate, Fox Music House, recently hosted a Clarinet Day at their North Charleston (South Carolina) location.