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2021 Music Products Industry Archive — Products

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VocoPro Launches New 2,000 and 4,000 Watt DJ/Karaoke Systems with Wireless Speakers and Built-In Light Show

DJs and karaoke singers can now seriously up their game with VocoPro’s new 2,000 and 4,000 watt Club Thunder Systems.  

Erica Synths Introduces Black K-Phaser, Based on a Classic, Genre Defining FX unit: the Krautrock Phaser

Erica Synths announces its Black K-Phaser Eurorack module, based on a Classic, Genre Defining FX unit: the Krautrock Phaser.

QSC Names Jatan Shah President and Chief Operating Officer

QSC is pleased to announce the promotion of Jatan Shah to President and Chief Operating Officer.

Sennheiser Launches HD 400 PRO Studio Headphones

Audio specialist Sennheiser launches a new pair of professional headphones for mixing, editing, and mastering.

Electro-Harmonix Introduces the Nano Q-Tron Envelope Controlled Filter

Electro-Harmonix has added the compact Nano Q-Tron to the company’s popular Q-Tron Series of envelope filters known for their organic, analog sound and expressivity.

Trade Regrets: Joe D. McBrayer

On November 28, NAMM's Dan Del Fiorentino posted the following: Texas piano retailer Joe D McBrayer passed away. He was 91 years old.

Daking Introduces the Mic Pre 4T

TransAudio Group, U.S. distributor of the finest professional recording equipment in the universe, is pleased to announce the new Daking Mic Pre 4T.

ADJ Expands Product Portfolio With New LED-Powered Moving Head Profile, Color Fresnel + More!

Looking towards a bright future for the entertainment technology industry in 2022, ADJ is pleased to announce a series of innovative product releases.

ADJ Team Prepares To Hit The Road For Second Phase Of 'Reunited Thru Light' Tour

Musikmesse 2022: Best of Both Worlds - –A Restart Featuring New Approaches

After an enforced absence due to the coronavirus pandemic, the Musikmesse team is raring to go again: the traditional sector get-together is scheduled to take place between 29 April and 1 May…

Fender Introduces the New Hybrid: Acoustasonic Player Telecaster

Fender Musical Instruments Corporation (FMIC) recetly continued its expansion of the Acoustasonic® series with the launch of the Acoustasonic® Player Telecaster® guitar.

Martin Audio Formally Presented With Queen’s Award for Innovation

Back in April this year, Martin Audio was honored with a Queen’s Award for Enterprise in Innovation for its Wavefront Precision optimized line arrays.

MONO Introduces the M80 Vertigo Ultra Electric Guitar Case

MONO has introduced the M80 Vertigo Ultra Electric Guitar Case – the ultimate protective case upgraded for players on the move.

Dynamic Productions USA Sets Stage at the New York City Wine & Food Festival with CHAUVET Professional onAir Panels

Imagine the thrill a child experiences visiting Disney’s Magic Kingdom for the first time.

Roland Announces JX-08 and JD-08 Sound Modules

Roland announces the JX-08 and JD-08 Sound Modules, the latest additions to the award-winning Roland Boutique lineup of compact electronic instruments.

New Pop Golf Experience Launches in Wembley with Martin Audio CDD

Situated at BOXPARK Wembley, a 20,000sq. ft events space described as ‘the ultimate fan park destination’, Pop Golf offers a unique social experience, combining crazy golf with 21st century pop…

‘We Just Love to Innovate’ - Australia’s Cole Clark Guitars at 20

Melbourne, Australia’s Cole Clark Guitars (distributed in the U.S. by Korg USA) is an innovative, environmentally responsible supplier of well-regarded instruments – and in 2021 the company has been celebrating…

‘We’ve Not Slowed Down for a Minute’ - Snare Drum Sales in 2021

When considering the pandemic-related spike in sales of musical instruments and gear throughout the past 19-plus months, it makes intuitive sense why certain items have thrived.

BOSS Adds FZ-1W Fuzz to the Waza Craft Pedal Series

BOSS introduces the FZ-1W Fuzz, the latest member of the acclaimed Waza Craft family of compact effect pedals.

C. F. Martin & Co. Launches the Bentley Snowflake First Edition Custom Guitar

C. F. Martin & Co. has announced the release of the first edition run of a Custom Shop instrument featuring alternative snowflake designs inspired by Wilson A. Bentley, the “Ansel Adams”…

Audio-Technica Launches the BP898 (Cardioid) and BP899 (Omnidirectional) Subminiature Condenser Lavalier Microphones

Audio-Technica has introduced the low-profile BP898 Subminiature Cardioid Condenser Lavalier Microphone and BP899 Subminiature Omnidirectional Condenser Lavalier Microphone.

Sweetwater Launches Online Band and Orchestra Store

Sweetwater has announced the launch of Sweetwater Band & Orchestra online.

Update to Renkus-Heinz’s DC12/2 Adds New Flexibility and Features

Renkus-Heinz, manufacturer of premium professional loudspeakers, is pleased to announce updates to the company’s ultra-compact, steerable DC12/2 loudspeaker.

TAMA Announces New True Touch Training Kit

New for 2021, the True Touch Training Kit is an innovative and comprehensive practice tool from TAMA that plays at the low volumes required for home practice situations.

D'Addario Launches String Finder

D’Addario is proud to announce the launch of String Finder, a first-of-its-kind tool designed to help players find their perfect string set.

Numark's Mixstream Pro

Numark (numark.com) introduces a groundbreaking new approach to DJing with its new Mixstream Pro standalone DJ controller.

Godin Launches the A4 & A5 Ultra Fretless Basses

Godin Guitars is proud to announce the launch of the A4 Ultra Natural and A5 Ultra Natural Basses as part of its high-quality bass lineup. 

Focusrite Launches 'Never Stop Creating' Campaign

Continuing with Focusrite’s celebration of 10-years of their iconic Scarlett range of interfaces in fall 2021, Focusrite has launched its “Never Stop Creating” campaign, which centers around the breadth of…

Cort Updates Gold Series with New Gold-OC8 Orchestra Model Acoustic-Electric

Cort Guitars introduces the new Gold-OC8 acoustic-electric, the latest addition to the Gold Series that unites classic stylings with modern amenities.

American Music & Sound Makes Key Executive Changes

Exertis | Jam has announced two key leadership appointments. Lynn Martin, the founder and long-time president of American Music & Sound will fill the new role of sirector of Strategic…

Vic Firth Launches the Nate Smith Signature Series Stick

The Avedis Zildjian Company, parent company of Vic Firth, is pleased to announce the release of the new Nate Smith Signature Series sticks. 

Vic Firth Introduces the Mike Johnston Custom Collaboration American Classic NE-1

The Avedis Zildjian Company, parent company of Vic Firth, is pleased to announce the release of the Mike Johnston Custom Collaboration American Classic NE-1 sticks. 

D’Addario Launches The Beatles 'Get Back' Picks and Straps Ahead of the Peter Jackson Documentary

D’Addario is thrilled to announce the launch of a new series of limited-edition picks and straps commemorating The Beatles iconic impromptu rooftop concert in line with the release of the…

Cort Introduces Artisan B4 and B5 Element Bass Guitars with New Details

Cort Guitars unveils the new Artisan B4 and B5 Element bass guitars, representing only the best elements from the Artisan B-class.

Spector Introduces Euro RST Basses

Spector Musical Instruments announces the introduction of its new Euro RST (“roasted”) series basses.

Radial Launches Tech Corner Live Broadcast on YouTube

Radial Engineering will launch a new YouTube live broadcast program this Thursday, September 23rd, at 10:00 AM Pacific time.

Martin Audio Showcases New Product Portfolio and Celebrates 50 Years

Martin Audio returned to its celebrated Open Days for the first time in two years, following the easing of Covid restrictions, which also included both a legacy product walkthrough and…

Transformation Awaits: The NAMM Show Announces Return to Anaheim in June 2022

Today, The National Association of Music Merchants (NAMM) announced that The NAMM Show, the annual “family reunion” of the global music, sound, and entertainment technology industry, will reconvene in Anaheim,…

JBL Synthesis Announces New Electronics with HDMI 2.1 / 8K Video Support and a New Dedicated Subwoofer Amplifier

HARMAN Luxury Audio’s JBL Synthesis is announcing a number of new products and initiatives designed to enhance the performance and dealer focus of the brand.

ESP Guitars Introduces Five New Guitars to the ESP, E-II, and LTD Alexi Laiho Signature Series

ESP Guitars has announced five new additions to their Signature Series for Alexi Laiho, the acclaimed guitarist and frontman of Finnish metal bands Children of Bodom and Bodom After Midnight,…