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2022 Music Products Industry Archive — People

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Allen & Heath Avantis V1.2 Named as a NAMM TEC Award Finalist

Allen & Heath Avantis V1.2 has been announced as a finalist for the 38thAnnual NAMM Technical Excellence & Creativity (TEC) Awards in the category of Outstanding Technical Achievement in Console…

Eric Jimenez Joins Hal Leonard Team

Hal Leonard is excited to announce that Eric Jiminez has joined their education team as Account Manager - Education Technology.

Celestion Adds the V Type DSRs to its Offerings of Dynamic Speaker Responses

Celestion is very pleased  to announce that the Celestion V-Type is available as a Dynamic Speaker Response (DSR,) the next-generation digital speaker responses that capture the sound and feel of the…

L-Acoustics Introduces New Global Business Development Team

Following the recent announcement of a new Global Sales and Business Development organization, L-Acoustics is pleased to introduce the new Business Development team.

Frameworks Flexes New 6-Pack Mic Stand Bundle with Affordable Price Tag

Gator Frameworks releases a new microphone stand set with an included carrying bag, delivering Frameworks-level quality to users at a budget-friendly price.

Gordon Snyder Joins SBO+/MMR Sales Team

Gordon J. Snyder joins the SBO+/MMR sales team from Orlando, Florida and has served as a band director and fine arts director for the last 15 years but has worked…

Universal Audio Expands Senior Leadership Team for Next Phase of Growth

Universal Audio Inc. (UA) is pleased to welcome seasoned tech executives Gordon Mattingly and John Bigay to its executive team, both reporting to founder and CEO Bill Putnam Jr.

KMC Named Exclusive United States Distributor of Los Cabos Drumsticks

Adding new depth to its percussion offerings, KMC Music has announced that it is now the exclusive United States distributor for Los Cabos Drumsticks.

Vintage Appoints Jacaranda Music the National Distributor for Vintage guitars in Australia

The UK’s largest independent distribution company JHS, have appointed Jacaranda Music based in Adelaide, South Australia as the national distributor for Vintage® guitars.

Steinway & Sons Unveils Gran Nichetto Limited Edition Piano

In early November, Steinway & Sons announced its latest Limited Edition, Gran Nichetto.

DAS Audio Appoints Michael Palmer as Vice President of Sales – Pro Audio

DAS Audio of America, the North American subsidiary of Valencia, Spain-based DAS Audio, a leading manufacturer of loudspeaker systems, power amplification, and related products for the sound reinforcement market, is…

Hal Leonard Announces Choral Promotions

Hal Leonard has announced the promotion of two employees to new leadership roles within their choral division.

Christopher Lamb Joins Majestic Percussion

Majestic Percussion is pleased to welcome world renowned artist Christopher Lamb to the Majestic family.

Renkus-Heinz Renames PCX Series as UBX Series

Renkus-Heinz is renaming its new PCX Series as the UBX Series to address a trademark issue that emerged after the product was initially named and launched.

Make Music Winter Returns December 21

Make Music Winter (MMW), a free outdoor musical celebration with exuberant and participatory parades, performances, and events throughout New York, Los Angeles, Chicago, and dozens of U.S. cities, will return next month…

Kayserburg KA275 Featured at Annual Nashville-Area Awards Event

Miller Piano Specialists in Franklin, Tennessee, was the setting on October 27 for the Annual MPS Awards Show, featuring performances, multiple awards, speeches, and a special performance by an international…

‘We Help the World Experience the Joy of Making Music’ - Ron Manus Looks Back on a Century of Alfred Music

Few organizations of any type can boast of 100 years of innovation, industry-leading products, and uninterrupted dedication to a clear mission statement. Alfred Music can lay claim to all of…

American Music and Sound Appoints Samia Scoda to Key BASSBOSS Sales Management Role

American Music and Sound, an Exertis | JAM business, continues to expand its portfolio with the addition of Pro Audio Division National Sales Manager for BASSBOSS, Samia Scoda.

Schmitt Music to Host Grand Opening of Flagship Store and HQ in Bloomington

Schmitt Music Company has announced the Nov. 1 public grand opening of its new flagship retail showroom and office at 7800 Picture Drive in Bloomington, the former home of Lifetouch.

Rupp’s Drums Set to Expand with Denver Real Estate Purchase

Alex Simpson, owner of independent drum retailer Rupp’s Drums, successfully closed on the purchase of 2045 S Holly St. on Thursday, October 20th.

Martin Audio Appoints Winther Sound Solutions as Swedish Distributor

Martin Audio has announced the appointment of Winther Sound Solutions (WSS) as its new distributor for Sweden.

Yamaha Announces Exciting Changes to its Wind Instrument Ateliers' Staff

The staff at Yamaha Ateliers is growing to strengthen technical expertise in brass instruments, with the announcement of a new Senior Manager for Ateliers, the hiring of a new Senior…

Sony Electronics Introduces the C-80 Condenser Microphone for Studio Recording

Sony Electronics’ Pro Audio Division today announced a new microphone for home studios, the C-80, a uni-directional condenser microphone ideal for vocal/voice recording, instrumental recording, vlogging, webcasting and podcasting.

Fret-King Launches New Website

The new Fret-King® 2023 Collection brings together over five decades of skill and experience in understanding what works and translates emotion into instruments which speak with a voice.

Gretsch Launches All-New Limited Edition Malcolm Young 'Red Beast' Signature Jet

Gibson Unveils New Original Collection Faded Series

Gibson is proud to unveil the new Gibson Original Collection Faded Series on select electric and acoustic guitar models.

AVN | SYS Named North American Distributor for 2ubes

Multi-faceted A/V design, integration, and distribution firm AVN | SYS has announced that they are now the exclusive North American distributors for boutique preamplifier designers 2ubes.

Gator Frameworks Expands Creator Series With New Line of Accessories

Gator Frameworks expanded its creator series with the addition of new Creator Tree Accessories to further enhance and customize your set-up to exactly your needs.  

The Music People Named Top Workplace by 'Hartford Courant' for Sixth Year

The Music People (TMP) has announced it has been selected as one of Hartford Courant’s annual Top Workplaces for 2022.

Roland Unveils SPD-SX PRO Sampling Pad

NAMM Members Take Part in National Day of Advocacy in Support of Music Education for All Children

On Wednesday, September 14, a delegation of NAMM Members, music and arts advocates, music industry leaders, teachers, business leaders, parents, and community supporters met with Members of Congress to encourage…

Millions of U.S. Students Denied Access to Music Education, According to First-Ever National Study

Bad Cat Adds Seasoned New Hires to their Team

Bad Cat has announced the following new hires and position appointments to its core team: Peter Arends as Chief Executive Officer, Jon Bingham as Director of Sales and Marketing in…

Guitar Center Appoints Rich Hoalst Executive Vice President and Chief Customer Officer

Guitar Center announces the appointment of Rich Hoalst to the position Executive Vice President and Chief Customer Officer.

Paller Joins QSC Pro Audio Team

QSC is pleased to announce Craig Paller has joined the organization as Director of US Sales – East for the company’s Pro Audio Division.

Joey Waronker Joins Vater Family

Joey Waronker is an acclaimed drummer and music producer. Joey’s family background is rich in music and television history, being the son of legendary producer/A&R man Lenny Waronker and actress/musician…

Allen & Heath USA Promotes Pat McConnell to National Sales Manager

Pat McConnell has been appointed National Sales Manager for Allen & Heath USA.

Eventide Audio Appoints Joe Cozzi and Bohan Xie to New Sales Leadership Roles

Eventide Audio has announced that Joe Cozzi and Bohan Xie have been promoted to new sales leadership roles.

JHS Appoints Zentralmedia as Exclusive Distributors for Fret-King, Vintage, Encore and Santos Martinez Guitars, and Laka Ukuleles Throughout Spain

NAMM 2022 was indeed, extremely positive for JHS, with the UK’s largest independent distribution company adding exciting new brands to its ever-expanding product catalogue, whilst increasing their global market by…

Aclam Launches its Latest Pedal: The Woman Tone

Following its lineage of effect pedals recreating specific tones of the 60’s bands, Aclam has developed the ultimate overdrive pedal for those fans of Cream and Eric Clapton’s fabulous sound…