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2022 Music Products Industry Archive

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Loft01, New Hirable Event Space in Italy Equipped With Premium Wavefront Precision

Loft01 in Prato is a former warehouse, newly-converted into a lounge, restaurant and cocktail club in the heart of the Italian city of Prato. With a capacity of 90 (seated),…

Heil Sound Announces New Ownership

Heil Sound, the Fairview Heights, Illinois-based manufacturer of professional microphones, has announced the successful transfer of ownership from Bob and Sarah Heil to current President and CEO, Ash Levitt, and…

D’Addario Extends XT Line with an Acoustic Bass Set with Taylor Guitars

D’Addario is introducing its first XT Acoustic Bass Set with co-branded partner Taylor Guitars.

VocoPro Launches Wireless Two-Person Full-Duplex Intercom System

For audio/video production, coaching, directing or live translation work, VocoPro has launched the first wireless two-person full-duplex intercom system called VocoPro CHAT.

Lightswitch Evokes Magic of Machu Picchu With CHAUVET Professional

Describing it as the “sweat of the sun,” the Incas revered gold as far more than a symbol of wealth and power.

'Casio Music Space' App Enhances Enjoyment of Playing Piano & Keyboard Through Connected Mobile Devices

Casio America, Inc. has announced Casio Music Space, a free iOS and Android app for smart devices that enhances the enjoyment of learning how to play the piano.

JackTrip Labs Launches Mobile App

JackTrip Labs, the Silicon Valley-based remote music making platform, has announced the release of its new mobile app.

AES Executive Director Colleen Harper to Step Down in March

The Audio Engineering Society (AES) has announced that Executive Director Colleen Harper will step down in March 2022.

OZ Shows and CHAUVET Professional Flow With Justin Quiles in Venezuela

The latest hit single from Justin Quiles “La Botella” has inspired a challenge among his legion of devoted fans that calls on them to dance to the rhythmic sways of…

Austrian Audio Mics On Tour with The Rolling Stones

The fact that The Rolling Stones went on tour last year is nothing short of a miracle.

ProMark Wants YOU to Show Your Stripes

In celebration of its spirit of individuality and rebellion,  ProMark  is proud to release a new rallying cry that calls on drummers worldwide to show their stripes.

'B.B. King. Lucille Legacy' from Gibson

For the past 128 years, Gibson has been synonymous with creating and shaping sound across genres of music and generations of players.

Nicky Romero Rings In The New Year Illuminated By ADJ Lighting For A Second Time

Due to the ongoing pandemic restrictions in The Netherlands and across mainland Europe, Nicky Romero once again celebrated the New Year with his fans virtually through a special livestreamed performance.

Key Leaves Branches out to Oboe, Thrills Principal Oboist of The Metropolitan Opera

The Seattle-based woodwind accessory maker Key Leaves became a success in the saxophone world for curing sticky key pads that cause play malfunction.

Andrew Dawson Connects James Barker Band To Crowd With CHAUVET Professional

Country Music “rings true wherever you go,”  James Barker told an interviewer last year. 

PMC Makes Moves for 2022: Expands Board of Directors, Adds New Member Companies

The Percussion Marketing Council (PMC/PlayDrums.com) announces the appointment of new members of the organization’s Board of Directors, effective February 2022:

Allen & Heath Announces Sixth
 'Mini Masterclasses' Semester

Held each week since November 2020, the sixth semester of Allen & Heath Mini Masterclasses has been announced.

Guitar Center Celebrates Grand Opening of New Store in Yakima, Washington

Guitar Center celebrates the opening of its latest retail location – a 10,800-square-foot facility in Yakima, Washington (2507 Main St., Union Gap, WA 98903).

BlacklineX and Weatherized CDD the Perfect Combo for Albania’s Lift Steakhouse

The Lift Steak & Rooftop Bar is a new 500-capacity venue in the Albanian capital of Tirana—owned and operated by the Revo Hospitality Group and situated in the ABA Business…

Martin Guitar Releases Seven New Modern Deluxe Guitars

C. F. Martin & Co. (Martin Guitar) announces the expansion of the Modern Deluxe line with the release of seven new models.

DAS Audio Injects a New Level of Sonic Energy at the Ora Ultra Cabaret

Recognized as the best restaurant and gentlemen’s club in the area, the Ora Ultra Cabaret is a destination that few people ever forget.

CHAUVET Professional Helps Invoke Entertainment Accent Red Carpet Event for HBO’s 'Insecure'

It isn’t listed in the credits, but the beautiful city of Los Angeles skyline with the San Gabriel Mountains in the background played a key supporting role in the widely…

Levy’s Newest Products Offer Something for Every Guitarist

Pearl Corporation Announces Return of 2022 Summer Internship Program

Following a two-year hiatus due to COVID-19, Pearl Corporation is pleased to announce the return of its Summer Internship Program. 

Sher Music Co.'s 'The Jazz Saxophone Book' by Tim Armacost

Sher Music Co. is proud to announce the publication of NY saxophonist Tim Armacost's new book, "The Jazz Saxophone Book."

Matt Chamberlain Joins the Vater Family

Drummer, producer, composer and producer Matt Chamberlain is now a Vater endorsing artist.

Mike Ness 1976 Les Paul Deluxe from Gibson

Gibson is proud to partner with the producer and musician Mike Ness, who for the last 44 yearshas served as the lead guitarist, vocalist, and songwriter for the legendary punk…

Two New Headsets by Austrian Audio: PG16 Pro Gaming and PB17 Professional Business

Austrian Audio brings their acclaimed professional audio quality to the gaming market with the PG16 Pro Gaming Headset and meets the growing needs of business professionals with the PB17 Professional…

Audio-Technica Brings Beamforming Flexibility To Corporate Audio With New ATND1061 Ceiling Array Microphone

Audio-Technica has announced the launch of its new ATND1061 Beamforming Ceiling Array Microphone, designed as an ideal solution for conference rooms, boardrooms, and other meeting spaces.

Tony Milliet Dazzles With CHAUVET Professional at The Breakers

In 1926, The Architectural Forum hailed The Breakers as “one of the most magnificent, successful examples of a palatial winter resort.”

Takamine Guitars Celebrates 60th Anniversary

Takamine Guitars, the renowned Japan-based acoustic instrument manufacturer, has reached the milestone of its 60th anniversary.

TASCAM Announces Availability of its Portacapture X8 High Resolution Adaptive Multi-Recorder

TASCAM is pleased to announce the availability of its recently announced Portacapture X8 High Resolution Adaptive Multi-Recorder.

CHAUVET Professional and multi-media systeme Create Magic at the Rulantica Water World

Before the opening of the Rulantica Water World in November 2019, the largest German theme park Europa-Park generated publicity by releasing a virtual 3D rendition of the massive attraction online.

Warwick Bass/Guitar Straps

Comfort and quality: Warwick presents a line of new high-quality straps for guitar and bass, produced by the renowned manufacturer Richter Leder in Germany.

On the Road to The NAMM Show: Believe in Music Wraps

On Thursday, January 20, NAMM’s Believe in Music opened to welcome a global contingent of professionals and music enthusiasts from more than 120 countries and territories for professional development, live…

Joan Jett Olympic Special from Epiphone

Epiphone is proud to introduce the Joan Jett Olympic Special based on Joan Jett’s longtime favorite stage guitar.

PRS Guitars Welcomes Jared Welling as New Public Relations Manager

PRS Guitars has announced the appointment of Jared Welling as their new Public Relations Manager.

Major PreSonus Sphere Update Adds Powerful Community Feature

PreSonus has released a major update to its PreSonus Sphere™ membership plan, which already includes licenses for award-winning Studio One® Professional, Notion®, and more.

Vic Firth Unveils new VF Bluetooth Headphones

 The Avedis Zildjian Company, parent company of Vic Firth, is pleased to announce the release of the new VF Bluetooth Isolation Headphones, the latest extension of Vic Firth’s Isolation Headphones…

Warrant and Sheptone Launch Cherry Pie 30th Anniversary Limited Edition Strings

Sheptone® celebrates a milestone for one of rock 'n roll's most recognized anthems and albums with the release of Warrant Cherry Pie 30th Anniversary Limited Edition Regular Nickel Plated Electric…