Dealer Survey: Woodwind Mouthpieces
It’s the component of single-reed woodwind instruments that connects - literally - with the player. In the June issue of MMR, we reach out to MI retailers to learn what…
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2023 Music Products Industry Archive
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NAMM President & CEO John Mlynczak
In the June 20223 issue, MMR profiles longtime music eduation advocate and MI industry vet John Mlynczak as he begins his new role as incoming NAMM president and CEO.
Gibson Brands Announces CEO Transition
Gibson Brands, Inc. has announced that its Board of Directors has appointed Cesar Gueikian, Gibson’s brand president, as president and interim chief executive officer, effective immediately.
Mapex Declares 'May is for Mapex' with Month-Long Gear Promotion
For the second year in a row, Mapex Drums, in partnership with retailers across the USA, is rolling out the month long “May is for Mapex” promotion with brand-wide discounts…
Fender Promotes Levi Perry to Master Builder
Fender Custom Shop is pleased to announce Levi Perry will be joining the Master Builders team.
‘Make Good Products, Treat the Employees Well, Treat the Customers Well’ - Yorkville Sound at 60
In 1963, in the repair room of the original Long & McQuade Music Store in downtown Toronto, Peter Traynor designed and built the Dyna-Bass amplifier, a relatively affordable unit specifically…
Driving a Wedge: Stage Monitor Sales in 2023
With over 40 percent of participants (41%) in this issue’s dealer survey on the topic of stage monitors reporting sales trending downwards – the largest response by percentage – one…
2023 NAMM Show: The Evolution of the Annual Industry Gathering
“This event, more than any we’ve done before, highlighted the evolution of what the NAMM Show of the future might look like,” observes NAMM president and CEO Joe Lamond.
In the Mix: Sales of Digital Mixers for Live Performance Bounce Back
A segment of MI hit particularly hard during the pandemic and COVID-related restrictions on large, in-person gatherings, digital mixing consoles have been gaining momentum as venues of all sizes continue…
Eleven Popular Composers Sign Exclusive Agreements with Excelcia Music Publishing
Excelcia Music Publishing and its related companies and brands are thrilled to announce exclusive publishing agreements with eleven prominent composers: Carol Brittin Chambers, Sean O’Loughlin, Yukiko NIshimura, Larry Clark, Laura…
S.I.T Strings Mule Resonator Signature Strings
Introducing the Mule Resonator Custom Baritone Set by S.I.T. Strings
Allen & Heath Levels Up at NAMM and NAB 2023
April 2023 was a busy month for Allen & Heath and their U.S. distribution partner American Music & Sound.
Roland and Melodics Announce New Partnership Through Series of Special Beat Maker Sample Packs
Roland, a leading manufacturer of electronic musical instruments and professional video products, and online music education tool Melodics, announce a new partnership, the Beat Maker Sample Pack x Melodics Series.
Yorkville Sound Reliability Video
Yorkville Sound is celebrating their milestone 60th year in 2023.
SONOR Launches the All-New Kompressor Series Snare Drums
Breathtaking Power describes the all-new Sonor Kompressor series snare drums.
Electro-Harmonix Unveils the Satisfaction Plus Fuzz
The EHX Satisfaction Fuzz, released by Electro-Harmonix in 2014, was designed as an homage to the tone of the early fuzz pedals of the '60s that launched the guitar pedal…
Jacaranda Group Elevates its World-class Recordings and Live Events With DPA
From the moment Engineers Julian J. Ludwig and Alberto Gebhard opened São Paulo’s Jacarandá Group in 2008 with their colleague and video expert, Alberto Whyte, the three media professionals set…
Yorkville Sound Adds 18" Subwoofer to YXL Series
Canadian pro audio manufacturer, Yorkville Sound, has created the YXL18SP powered subwoofer for the working DJ & Musician.
Derric Johnson, Pinkzebra & Other Favorites Featured in Excelcia Music Publishing’s New Choral Music Release
Excelcia Music Publishing is proud to announce the release of over 40 new choral pieces as part of its 2023-2024 Choral Music catalog, including 10 original arrangements in the publisher’s…
Godin Guitars Launches the G-Tour Nylon Limited Arctik Blue
Imagine a nylon string guitar that delivers a rich plugged in sound - and fits right in with any rack of electric guitars - that’s the new Godin G-Tour Nylon…
Seagull Guitars Launches the S6 Collection 1982
To celebrate the success of the Seagull S6, which has been on the market for over 40 years, Seagull Guitars is pleased to introduce the Seagull S6 Collection 1982.
Life of Agony’s Joey Zampella and Von Frankenstein Monster Gear Joins Forces to Release New Signature Guitar Strings
Von Frankenstein Monster Gear™ announces the release of two new sets of artist signature strings in collaboration with Life of Agony guitarist Joey Zampella.
Black Lion Audio's PG-2R as 120V Regulating Power Grid with Surge Protection
Boutique audio company Black Lion Audio is proud to present its PG-2R 120V Regulating Power Grid as a studio-grade regulator/power conditioner with surge protection
Steinberg Announces Co-operation with Online Platform Splice
Steinberg hasannounced that its Cubase Pro 12 DAW and Backbone drum re-synthesizer are available with immediate effect on rent-to-own (RTO) plans through the cloud platform Splice.
Downtown Nashville's Historic Woolworth Theatre Comes to Life With EAW
Once a historic downtown Nashville building, the Woolworth Theatre brings a first-of-its-kind, Vegas-inspired experience to Music City.
Music & Arts Celebrates Teacher Appreciation with Grants, Activities and Giveaways
Music & Arts is throwing a celebration for music educators.
PRS Guitars Introduces 'Sunflower' Finish for Mark Lettieri’s Signature Fiore Model
At the end of March, Mark Lettieri took to the stage with his signature Fiore to put on a show for visiting dealers at PRS Guitars headquarters in Stevensville, Maryland.
D’Addario Launches New Pad Lock Guitar Straps
D’Addario is bringing the old “rubber washer” trick into the 21st century with Pad Lock Straps, a line of straps that offers hassle-free security.
BenjiLock Partners With TKL Cases to Bring Fingerprint Technology to the Music Industry
Award-winning startup BenjiLock, a leader in keyless security solutions, recently announced a new partnership with TKL Cases to see its fingerprint hybrid technology available to benefit fretted instrument players.
Percussion Marketing Council Celebrates Leaders in the Drum Community at 2023 NAMM Show
The Percussion Marketing Council (PMC)/PlayDrums.com Open House, held at the Anaheim Hilton on Friday, April 14 celebrated the many positive impacts of PlayDrums.com programs.
Ampco Flashlight Sales Host Highly Successful Martin Audio Open Day
Building on Martin Audio’s established ‘Open Day’ model in the UK, Ampco Flashlight Sales, the manufacturer’s long-serving Dutch distributor, chose a classic venue for the hosting of their own event.
The NAMM Foundation Celebrates the Best in Music Education with Honors for 830 School Districts and 78 Schools
The National Association of Music Merchants (NAMM) Foundation is pleased to celebrate this year’s Best Communities for Music Education (BCME) list.
Godin Guitars Launches the MULTIAC MUNDIAL Series
30 years ago, Godin introduced the Multiac Nylon SA, which quickly became a worldwide success and the flagship instrument of Godin Guitars.
IK Multimedia Releases AXE I/O ONE Audio Interface
IK Multimedia releases AXE I/O ONE, the ultimate affordable audio interface designed for guitar and bass players.
Breedlove Introduces Two Special Limited-Edition Models for 2023 Earth Day
At Breedlove, their passion for protecting and healing our environment is as important to them as the guitars they make.
#UPnXt DJ Contest Gives Young DJs a Chance to Perform at DJX'23
BASSBOSS and the #NOCHASER Kidz Café, in collaboration with DJX, launches the #UPnXtDJ Contest as a part of the “nXt@DJX” Initiative, a recently announced industry commitment to the future talent…
Excelcia Music Publishing’s String Orchestra New Release Tells A Story
Story driven works with real-world relatability are featured in this year’s String Orchestra Music 2023-2024 new release from Excelcia Music Publishing.
Roland Announces Vice President of Marketing as 2023 She Rocks Award Recipient
Roland announces its Roland Americas Vice President of Marketing Katherine Wing received the She Rocks Groundbreaker Award at the 2023 She Rocks Awards during the NAMM Show.
IK Multimedia Announces a New White Edition of iLoud Precision Studio Monitors
IK Multimedia announces a new finish option for the award-winning iLoud Precision series.