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2022 Music Products Industry Archive

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ADJ D4 Branch RM

Designed with both touring and permanent installation applications in mind, ADJ Lighting’s new D4 Branch RM is a 4-way DMX splitter and booster.

New Berklee Press Title Helps Ukulele Players Become Ukulele Musicians

More people than ever are playing ukulele today, and why not? It's quick and easy to learn which makes it ideal for players of all ages.

DDJ-REV7 Controller for Serato DJ Pro from Pioneer DJ

AlphaTheta Corporation today welcomes the first addition to its new line of Pioneer DJ controllers, the DDJ-REV7.

Chameleon Rental Lights Up Novi Sad for Doček with 175+ CHAUVET Professional fixtures

It isn’t surprising that a city on the Danube should mark the occasion of being named one of three European Capitals of Culture for 2022 with a “New Bridges” campaign.

ZIO Analog Front End + Boost

Source Audio, the Massachusetts-based effects pedal company, have released the ZIO Analog Front End + Boost.

Focusrite Helps UK-Based Music Institute Resonance Re-Imagine Pro Audio Education

Resonance is a brand-new music institute in the UK’s West Midlands, offering three-year bachelors' degree programs in everything from music performance and production to sound engineering.

QSC Promotes Ron Marchant to VP EMEA Sales and Marketing

QSC is pleased to announce the promotion of Ron Marchant to Vice President EMEA Sales and Marketing.

PlayDrums.com Announces Funding for Percussion Teaching Artists to Present Interactive School and Community Events in 2022

As this year’s NAMM Foundation grant award returns the Percussion Marketing Council to pre-pandemic funding levels, the PMC/PlayDrums.com invites percussive arts leaders and organizations to apply for funding to bring…

Bag End Installs Custom Loudspeakers at Quince Rooftop

The number one rooftop destination in the world installs a Bag End Sound System. 

CHAUVET Professional Adds Extra Energy to Tetrarch Show for Ryan Pervola

“Lighting should be fun, especially when you have the chance to keep up with outrageous intensity!” So says Ryan Pervola.

The TASCAM Mixcast 4 Podcast Station is Central to Production of Podfest Podcasts

Podfest Podcast is the official podcast of the Podfest community, presented by Podfest Multimedia Expo--the largest podcasting conference for independent podcasters in the United States.

Carl Palmer Joins as Vater Drumsticks Artist

Carl Palmer is a drummer’s drummer. A consummate professional, a brilliant technician and a dynamic showman that has thrilled listeners and audiences alike as a founding member of the legendary…

Allen & Heath’s Scalable Install Range Grows With Two New AHM Matrix Processors

Allen & Heath has announced two powerful new Audio Matrix Processors, AHM-32 and AHM-16, supported by the most comprehensive ecosystem of scalable I/O, control and Dante solutions.

Vitec Imaging Solutions Acquires Audix

Vitec Imaging Solutions, a Division of The Vitec Group plc (“Vitec”), the international provider of premium branded hardware products and software solutions to the growing content creation market, is pleased…

PRS Guitars and John Mayer Officially Introduce the Long-Awaited PRS SE Silver Sky

PRS Guitars and John Mayer have officially announced the arrival of the PRS SE Silver Sky.

PreSonus Studio One 5.5 Update Delivers New Mastering Tools and More

PreSonus® has released Studio One® 5.5, a major update to its award-winning recording and production software (DAW).

Paul Cook Powers Central London NYE Show With ChamSys

In 1999 the Greater London Authority wanted to do something special to mark the arrival of the new millennium, so they hit upon the idea of creating a 20-minute pyrotechnic…

Steinway & Sons Launches Room View App

Steinway & Sons announces the launch of a custom-designed augmented reality (AR) app that allows piano buyers to see what a new piano will look like in a home, studio,…

The Luna Honu Koa 17 Key Kalimba

The AES Welcomes Josh Reiss as President for 2022

The Audio Engineering Society welcomes Josh Reiss as the Society’s president for 2022.

ddrum Releases E-Flex Complete Functioning Electronic Drum Set Solution

ddrum™ is proud to release its E-Flex complete electronic drum set solution.

Fender Custom Shop's Limited Edtion Terry Kath Telecaster

Fender Musical Instruments Corporation (FMIC) has announced the global launch of the Limited Edition Terry Kath Telecaster®, honoring the legendary “Chicago” guitar player’s legacy with a collectible, limited run guitar…

St. Louis Muny Selects Allen & Heath AHM-64

For over 100 years, The Muny has captured hearts and sparked imaginations through music and movement.

Martin Audio Announces 2022 Open Days

Martin Audio has confirmed its first series of Open Days for the new year.

Roland Announces Aerophone AE-20 Digital Wind Instrument

Roland announces Aerophone AE-20, the latest member of the company’s innovative family of digital wind instruments.

NAMM Believe in Music January 20-21, 2022

The countdown to Believe in Music, the online global celebration of music, is on! The full schedule for the event is now available.

Bigabox Productions Creates Wide Array of Looks for Sundown Festival with CHAUVET Professional

A spirited drum and bass performance by BRIT Award winners Rudimental marked the official end of this year’s Sundown Festival, but the buzz created by the three-day event lasted far…

Gibson Acquires GWW Guitar Case Company

Gibson Brands announces another strategic acquisition heading into the new year. 

The Creator Tree by Gator Frameworks

Anyone producing from home will want to check out Gator’s latest product release, which is perfectly suited for streamers.

Trade Regrets: Diane Martin

With great sadness, Martin Guitar announces that Diane Martin, wife of Chris Martin and vice-chair of C.F. Martin & Co.’s board of directors, died on January 4, 2022. 

TASCAM Announces the Version 1.20 Firmware Update for the Mixcast 4 Podcast Station

TASCAM is pleased to announce the Version 1.20 firmware update for the Mixcast 4 Podcast Station with built-in Recorder / USB Audio Interface.

JackTrip Labs Appoints Ellison Chief Strategy Officer

JackTrip Labs, the Silicon Valley-based remote music making platform, announced the appointment of Lee Ellison as the company’s new Chief Strategy Advisor.

Eventide’s Factor and Agnello receive AES Gold Medals

As Eventide Audio wound to the end of celebrating its 50th anniversary of audio innovation, Eventide co-founder and chairman Richard Factor and Eventide managing director Tony Agnello were each presented…

HARMAN Luxury Audio Introduces the JBL 4305P Studio Monitor Powered Bookshelf Loudspeaker System Featuring High-resolution Streaming Audio and Prosumer Connectivity

HARMAN Luxury Audio is proud to introduce the JBL 4305P Studio Monitor – the first powered product in the consumer Studio Monitor range.

JBL Introduces the SUB80P Powered Subwoofer Featuring Wireless Connectivity and 400W Dynamic Power

HARMAN Luxury Audio recently announced the JBL SUB80P powered subwoofer as part of its expanded portfolio of high-performance loudspeakers.

Mark Levinson Celebrates 50 Year Milestone with Limited Edition ML-50 Amplifier Package

HARMAN Luxury Audio’s Mark Levinson brand kicks off its 50-year anniversary celebration with the announcement of the limited-edition ML-50 amplifier package – an exclusive creation limited to only 100 pair…

1Rebel Saudi Arabia‘s Club Vibe Created With CHAUVET Professional

Visitors to 1Rebel might easily think they’ve entered an upscale club were it not for the rows of treadmills, bikes and other exercise equipment that reveal its identity as a…

Galaxy Audio AS-1200 Wireless Personal In-Ear Monitor System

As conditions improve and venues start opening back up, improve onstage performance with a Galaxy Audio wireless personal in-ear monitor system.

Roland and V-MODA Announce Crossfade 2 Wireless, Rolling Stones Edition Headphones

V-MODA, award-winning manufacturer of the world’s finest high-fidelity audio devices, Roland, world-renowned electronic musical instrument manufacturer, and Bravado, Universal Music Group’s merchandise and brand management company, celebrate the world's greatest…

Roland Teams Up with Disney Music Group to Premiere A Cappella Singing Sensation DCappella’s New Single 'Prince Ali' During CES 2022 Digital

Roland is proud to announce it has teamed up with Disney Music Group in support of their a cappella sensation DCappella and the world premiere of their new single “Prince Ali,”…