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2023 Music Products Industry Archive

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Analog Cases Expands, Elevating Creative Workflow with Readily Resizable Desktop XTS Stands System Suitable for any Gear Setup

Audio accessories brand Analog Cases, acclaimed for reinventing cases for a new generation of mobile musicians with ultra-lightweight materials and sleek aesthetics, is proud to expand into new territory by…

Graph Tech Guitar Labs Unveils Revolutionary 'HeliumX / Ghost Saddle' for Bass Instruments

Graph Tech Guitar Labs, a vanguard in music technology, proudly announces the release of its innovative 'HeliumX / Ghost Saddle' - a game-changing product designed for electric basses, multi-scale basses,…

Revolutionize Your Guitar Experience with Graph Tech's Un-Lock Nut

Meet the future of guitar tuning – Graph Tech Guitar Labs introduces the Un-Lock Nut, transforming the way you use tremolo.

Genelec Monitors Help Norwegian Post-production House Meet Dolby Atmos standards

Founded in 1991 and with locations right across Scandinavia, top post-production house Nordisk Film Shortcut AS has ensured its facilities measure up to all of Dolby’s strict requirements with an upgrade project…

Dean Guitars Unveils Zero Select EverTune Fluence Black Cherry Burst Electric Guitar

Dean Guitars® adds a splash of color to a celebrated return with the introduction of the Zero Select EverTune® Fluence Black Cherry Burst electric.

Peavey Commercial Audio Appoints Trius Vertrieb GmbH & Co. KG as Distribution Partner for Germany and Austria

Peavey® Commercial Audio announces Trius Vertrieb GmbH & Co. KG as the new distribution partner for the German and Austrian markets.

Fender Begins Celebration of 70 Years of the Iconic Stratocaster with All-New Models

2024 marks the 70th Anniversary of the introduction of Leo Fender’s most iconic and innovative creation: the Fender Stratocaster® guitar.

Hal Leonard Combines with Muse Group, Uniting Two Music-Content Leaders in a Shared Mission to Improve the Lives of Music Makers

Hal Leonard, the legendary sheet music and educational publisher, joins digital leader Muse Group, in a partnership set to revolutionize access to popular music and creator tools for musicians worldwide.

Limited-Edition Colors and Unmatched Comfort with Upgraded Jupiter 1100 Series Alto Sax

KHS America, the U.S. home of Jupiter wind instruments, is proud to announce the introduction of four new finishes for the newly upgraded Jupiter 1100 Performance Series Alto Saxophone.

Buffet Crampon Introduces 'Prodige' Pocket Clarinet

Buffet Crampon USA, North American distributor for Buffet Crampon Group Wind Instruments, announces the launch of the Buffet Crampon Prodige pocket clarinet to the United States and Canada markets.

Proel North America Announces Collaboration with International Songwriting Competition

Proel North America, a leading provider of professional audio and music equipment, designed and made in Italy, is thrilled to announce a partnership with International Songwriting Competition (ISC), one of…

Asheville, North Carolina's Musican's Workshop to Close at End of 2023

“It is with heavy hearts that we announce the closure of Musician’s Workshop," announces a press release issued by Asheville, North Carolina's Musician's Workshop.

MMR's 42nd Annual 'America's Top Chains' Report

We're collecting the most up-to-date, accurate data from the largest MI retail chains in the U.S. for our annual "America's Top Chains" report and request your assistance!

Premier Elite Drums & Hardware available through EMD Music

Premier’s Elite series of drums is now available for purchase by dealers through EMD Music.

HH TENSOR-SOLO Column Array PA System

EMD Music announces the new TENSOR-SOLO from HH Electronics, a division of Laney Amplification UK.

Hal Leonard Announces Expansion of First 50 Series

Hal Leonard started its First 50 series in 2015 with a couple of piano and guitar titles.

Hal Leonard Publishes Disney’s 'Wish' Songbooks

Just in time for the holidays, Hal Leonard is publishing the matching songbooks to Disney’s latest blockbuster musical Wish.

Hal Leonard Publishes Wolf Marshall’s Jazz Guitar Course: Mastering the Jazz Language

The world of jazz guitar is one that can be challenging, featuring a deep well of information and ideas that can take years to learn. 

Unique New Title from Hal Leonard Explains 'Music Theory for Kids'

Although most kids love singing and dancing to music, very few know why it seems to have nearly magical effects on them.

Top Drummer Ulysses Owens Jr. Shares His Secrets in 'Jazz Big Band for the Modern Drummer'

Three-time GRAMMY Award-winning drummer Ulysses Owens Jr. (Christian McBride, Gregory Porter, Ted Nash, Wynton Marsalis, and many others) is a performer, producer, author, and educator.

Hal Leonard Releases New Play-Along Series of Pop Hits for Instrumentalists

The best way to keep kids engaged with taking instrument lessons and putting in their practicing time is to make sure they get to play music they know and love.

Gig Gear Donates 400-Plus Pairs of Gig Gloves to Israel to Help War Efforts

Gig Gear LLC, a leading manufacturer of accessories specifically designed for musicians, audio production pros, live event techs and entertainment production professionals, has announced it has donated approximately 450 pairs…

Reverb Supports Next Generation of Music Makers Through Sponsorship of the J Dilla Music Technology Grant

Reverb, the largest online marketplace dedicated to buying and selling new, used, and vintage musical instruments, has announced its sponsorship of the Save The Music Foundation’s J Dilla Music Technology…

Trade Regrets: Dave Lopez

It is with great sadness that Odyssey Innovative Designs (Odyssey) a leading design, manufacturer and distributor of cases and accessories, announces the passing of industry veteran Dave Lopez after a…

Sussex Events Field TORUS 8 Hybrid for Turner Prize Launch in Eastbourne

Martin Audio partners, Sussex Events, recently fielded their TORUS 8 constant curvature hybrid PA for the launch of this year’s Turner Prize.

New Morley Volume Commander Pedal

Morley®, makers of pedals, switchers and audio solutions, is proud to announce the release of the Volume Commander.

Audix Appoints Glenn Roop as Key Account Manager and Consultant Liaison

Audix, the acclaimed manufacturer of superior quality microphone products which is a part the Videndum Media Solutions group, is very pleased to announce the appointment of Glenn Roop to the…

On-Stage’s New MDT4 Drum Throne Keeps Drummers Comfortable

Gibson Custom Shop and Adam Jones of TOOL Unveil Flying V Collector’s Edition

Gibson Custom Shop has announced its latest collaboration with one of rock’s most talented, and sonically innovative guitarists, Adam Jones, from the multi-platinum-selling and multiple Grammy Award® winning band Tool.

EY Recognizes Genelec Owners with Family Entrepreneurs of the Year Awar

Genelec owners Juho, Maria and Mikko Martikainen have been selected as the 2023 Family Entrepreneurs of the Year by EY, the global accounting and advisory firm, in their annual Entrepreneur…

Dean Guitars Introduces Redesigned Zero Select Guitar

Zero is the new hero with the introduction of Dean Guitars’ Zero Select Evertune Fluency Charcoal Burst electric guitar.

MediaMatrix Marks Three Decades of Excellence in Professional Audio Technology

First launched at the 1993 AES Show in New York, MediaMatrix® begins its 30th year of innovation in audio solutions. With innumerable installations worldwide, Peavey® Commercial Audio’s MediaMatrix has left…

Cameo Sets the Scene for the 'German Film' Exhibition at the Voelklingen Ironworks UNESCO World Cultural Heritage Site

Since its opening in October 2023 in the presence of German Federal President Frank-Walter Steinmeier, the “German Film” exhibition has been on display at the UNESCO World Cultural Heritage Site…

Hohner Harmonica and Jamzone Partner to Enhance Harmonica Education

Hohner Harmonica is delighted to announce an exciting partnership with Jamzone, a leading music education and performance app.

Ear Trumpet Labs Unveils Highly Anticipated Accessories: All-Brass Mic Clip and Copper Shock Mount

Ear Trumpet Labs, renowned for its exceptional microphones and accessories, is thrilled to announce the release of two long-awaited accessory items: an all-metal Brass Mic Clip and a Copper Shock…

Focusrite Releases Video Series Spotlighting the Production of New Ashley Monroe Single 'Over Everything”

Focusrite has released a video series documenting the production of the new single “Over Everything” from Nashville-based artist Ashley Monroe, known for her solo work and as a member of Pistol Annies…

'Blacked Out' Returns to Reverb, with New, Exclusive, Limited-edition Pedals from JHS, EQD, Death By Audio, and More

Nearly four years ago today, 17 pedal makers chose the dark side, releasing limited-edition black colorway versions of their famous pedals for the "Blacked Out" campaign on Reverb.

Old Blood Noise Endeavors launches BL-52 Phase Repeater

U.S. brand Old Blood Noise Endeavors has launched a new pedal: the BL-52 Phase Repeater.

AxLabs Hardware Launches with the Habanero Loaded Pickguard

AxLabs Hardware is celebrating their official launch with the release of the Habanero by Grover Jackson prewired pickguard.

Guitar Center Celebrates Grand Opening of New Puente Hills Location in City of Industry, California

Guitar Center celebrates the opening of its latest retail location, a 13,000+-square-foot facility in City of Industry, California, (1480 S. Azusa Avenue, City of Industry, CA 91748).