Algam EKO to Handle Italian Distribution for Ashdown Engineering
Ashdown Engineering has announced the partnership with Algam EKO for exclusive distribution to the Italian market from January 1st 2023.
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2022 Music Products Industry Archive — Retail
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MMR Dealer Survey: Trumpet Mouthpieces
We invite you to take part in our next MI retailer survey on the subject of trumpet mouthpieces.
Austrian Audio Expands Product Line, Artist Roster, and Growth in 2022
Austrian Audio celebrated its 5th anniversary this year.
Hal Leonard Releases New Vincent Cichowicz Trombone Studies
Hal Leonard has published Vincent Cichowicz: Fundamental Studies for the Developing Trombone Player.
Roland Announces JC-120 Jazz Chorus Roland 50th Anniversary Limited Edition Guitar Amplifier
Roland announces the JC-120 Jazz Chorus Roland 50th Anniversary Limited Edition, a commemorative version of the iconic JC-120 guitar amplifier.
Music China Announces October 2023 Return
The dates are set: Asia’s largest trade fair for musical instruments will make its homecoming from October 11-14 2023 at the Shanghai New International Expo Center – its longstanding home…
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.
2022 Dealers' Choice Awards Winners Announced!
Be sure to check out this year's DCA winners and all the other year-end content in our December, 2022 issue!
Voices From the Trenches
After 11 straight issues of MMR with this space being occupied by my own observations, ruminations, and speculations on our industry, I happily entrust this page to folks who actually…
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.
Submissions for Bands at NAMM Closes December 9
The 2023 NAMM Show is calling musical acts of all genres to showcase their talents during The NAMM Show, held April 13-15 at the Anaheim Convention Center in Anaheim, California.
Alfred Music to Be Exclusive Distributor of The FJH Music Company, Inc.
Alfred Music has announced that they have signed an exclusive distribution agreement with The FJH Music Company, Inc.
MESA/Boogie Announces New Badlander 25 Head & 1x12 Combo
From humble beginnings to worldwide recognition, MESA/Boogie® has remained the original boutique Home of Tone, hand-crafting amplifiers of uncompromising quality from the world’s finest materials in California, USA.
Guitar Center Celebrates Grand Opening of New Store in Fargo, North Dakota
Guitar Center celebrates the opening of its latest retail location – a 11,000+-square-foot facility in Fargo, North Dakota (1615 38th Street, Suite 103, Fargo ND 58103), the first Guitar Center…
Gibson Completes Massive Expansion of Acoustic Facility in Bozeman, MT
Founded in 1894 and headquartered in Nashville, with a premier acoustic craftory in Bozeman, Montana, Gibson continues a legacy of world-class artisanship, legendary music partnerships, and progressive product innovations that…
Black Lion Audio Announces Auteur DT
Black Lion Audio is proud to announce availability of its Auteur DT — designed as a robustly- built, versatile preamp/DI box to suit anyone’s single-channel recording needs by bringing Black…
Eventide Releases the H90 Harmonizer
Eventide Audio has introduced its latest addition to the storied Harmonizer® family, the H90 Harmonizer next-generation multi-effects pedal.
Reverb Sellers See Continued Demand for Well-priced Music Gear Heading into the Holiday Season
Reverb has announced that Reverb sellers continued to see demand for music gear online in Q3, with gross merchandise sales (GMS) up compared to the same period last year.
Maestro Releases Next Five Pedals for Endless Sonic Exploration
By leveraging its iconic past and leaning into an innovative future, Gibson has set the stage for the next era of sound for present and future generations.
Pioneer DJ Welcomes New Artists with the DDJ-FLX4 2-Channel DJ Controller
In a move to expand the DJ industry with new artists and talent, AlphaTheta Music Americas’ Pioneer DJ brand today announces a fresh addition to its family of DJ controllers,…
MONO Releases Its Best Selling FlyBy Ultra Backpack in a Limited Edition Camouflage Print
MONO has just dropped the M80 Classic FlyBy Ultra Backpack in a limited edition Camouflage print.
New Morley AFX-1 Analog Multi FX
Morley®, makers of pedals, switchers and audio solutions, is proud to announce the release of the Analog Multi FX.
Music & Arts to Hold Free Block Party Event at Ken Stanton Music in Marietta
Ken Stanton Music, an Atlanta-area institution since 1949 with four locations in the region, has joined Music & Arts, one of the nation’s largest musical instrument retailers and lesson providers…
Donner's Arena2000 Digital Multi-Effects Processor
Donner, leading manufacturer of innovative and feature-rich musical instruments, has introduced the new Arena2000 amp modeling and guitar multi-effects processor.
Bang Your Head! - Drum Head Sales Soar in 2022
With nearly 100 percent (94.1%) of participants in this month’s dealer survey reporting either upwards or level sales trends when it comes to drum heads, compared to 2021, it seems…
Pearl River’s Leng Tshua: ‘Everybody Can Afford to Buy a Good Piano’
China’s largest piano manufacturer since 2000 and the world’s best-selling piano, period – you might think such achievements would be enough for Pearl River Piano Group (Pearl River, Ritmüller, and Kayserburg)…
Going On The Record with Drum Kits: Studio Drum Kit Sales in 2022
What precisely defines a “studio drum set,” you ask? For one, engineers tend to prefer a “drier” kit sound without overtones and room tone. Fair enough, but really what that…
‘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…
Hal Leonard to Distribute SlapKlatz Drum Dampeners in U.S.
One of the world’s top drum dampener gel brands, SlapKlatz, will now be distributed to music stores across the United States by Hal Leonard.
IsoAcoustics Introduces V120 Mount to Isolate Height Speakers for Immersive Audio
IsoAcoustics has a wide range of products designed for isolating studio monitors.
Audio-Technica Introduces Its 60th Anniversary AT-LP2022 High-Performance Turntable
Audio-Technica has announced the introduction of its 60th Anniversary AT-LP2022 Manual Belt-Drive Turntable, a limited-edition record player that celebrates A-T’s 60 years of excellence in high-performance analog audio.
The 2022 Dealers' Choice Awards - Vote Now!
We invite all current MMR subscribers to make their selections for the 30th Annual Dealers' Choice Awards.
The Guitar Center Music Foundation Replaces Instruments for Marrero Middle School Band in New Orleans
The Guitar Center Music Foundation (GCMF), a nonprofit organization focused on granting instruments to music education and music therapy organizations, was a key figure in a recent program to get…
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.
Dave Mustaine Flying V EXP from Gibson
Gibson Custom Shop is proud to unveil the latest addition to the Dave Mustaine Collection, the Gibson Dave Mustaine Flying V™ EXP Limited Edition in Red Amber Burst and Ebony…
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.
Guitar Center Celebrates Grand Opening of New Store in New Braunfels, Texas
Guitar Center celebrates the opening of its latest retail location – a 9,289-square-foot facility in New Braunfels, Texas (239 Creekside Crossing, New Braunfels, TX 78130).
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.