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2024 Music Products Industry Archive

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The Best Of Both Worlds! New 30ft. Half-Coil Instrument Cables from Pig Hog Deliver More Distance & Flexibility On Stage

Pig Hog’s new Half-Coiled Instrument cables are thoughtfully designed and balanced to combine the great look and feel of a vintage coiled cable, with the ergonomic benefit of a longer…

KMC Music Welcomes Jer Gervasi as New Mid South Key Accounts Manager

KMC Music, a division of Exertis JAM, is thrilled announces the appointment of Jer Gervasi for the Mid South territory.

KMC Music Appoints New National Sales Manager to Growing Team

KMC Music, a Division of Exertis JAM, announces the addition of Eric Oppenheimer to its dynamic team.

Victory Church Declares L-Acoustics K Series a Winner

“This system can handle anything,” says Skylark AV Senior Design Engineer Tyler Mergy of the L-Acoustics K2 loudspeaker rig newly-installed at Victory Church.

Introducing the New Avante Audio Imperio Pro IMP118 Single 18-inch Active Subwoofer

Powerful, versatile, compact, and reliable, the new Imperio Pro IMP118 active subwoofer from professional audio manufacturer AVANTE Audio is now shipping.

KRK Launches ROKIT Generation Five Studio Monitors

As the unwavering cornerstone of professional audio monitoring for over three decades, KRK earned its reputation through a rich history of innovation and precision.

EAW Names Audio Source New Manufacturer's Rep for Pacific Northwest, Alaska and Hawaii

Eastern Acoustic Works (EAW®), a leader in professional audio solutions, has announced Audio Source, Inc. as its new manufacturer’s representative.

JBL Professional Introduces JBL Pro Connect App V2 for JBL Portable PA Speakers and Systems

HARMAN Professional Solutions has announced the launch of JBL Pro Connect V2, the newest version of its universal control application for streamlined management of select JBL portable PA speakers and…

NAMM Announces Newly Elected Officers for Executive Committee

The NAMM board of directors has elected officers to represent the executive committee, effective immediately and will serve through April 2025, representing NAMM’s global membership and the music industry at…

The Gibson Everly Brothers J-180 Returns

Gibson is proud to celebrate the rich musical legacy of Rock and Roll Hall of Fame members Phil and Don Everly, with the return of The Everly Brothers J-180 acoustic…

Roland Announces GO:KEYS 3 and GO:KEYS 5 Music Creation Keyboards

Roland announces the GO:KEYS 3 and GO:KEYS 5 Music Creation Keyboards, two portable instruments filled with intuitive tools for learning and enjoying music.

Donner Brand Expands to Indonesia by Opening New Flagship Location

Donner has announced its expansion into Southeast Asia by launching its flagship retail showroom and diverse range of musical instruments in Indonesia, through an exclusive partnership with PT Garuda Lestari…

Maxwell's House of Music is Having a Banner Year - and it's Only Just Begun!

Mark Maxwell, co-owner of Jefferson, Indiana's Maxwell's House of Music sits down with us to reflect upon his team's, and his own, recent winning-streak, which has included receiving NAMM's Dealer…

Dealer Survey: Lighting & Effects

From Fog & Snow effects and Spotlights to Color Changers and Par Cans, today's stages and venues are brought to life with an ever-expanding variety of Lighting & Effects option.

Spin Control: DJ Interfaces & Controllers

Jog-wheels, touchstrips, knobs, backlit buttons -- there's a lot of functionality that's packed into today's controllers & interfaces that DJs bring into battle on-stage and in the studio.

MMR Dealer Survey: Lighting & Stage Effects

Demi Lovato sings of "Neon Lights," Debbie Boone emoted that "You Light Up My Life" in 1977, and the penultimate track on the Rolling Stones' 'Exile On Main Street,' was…

Audio-Technica Expands Its Logistics Operations in the Americas with the Launch of a New Company and a Western U.S. Distribution and Fulfillment Facility

Audio-Technica U.S., Inc., recently announced the formation of a new logistical operations company, Technica Logistics Inc.

Tandem Drums Partners with Dynamic Music for Australia

Tandem Drums has officially announced it has awarded Dynamic Music as its exclusive distributor for the Australian market.

Yasmine Riechers Takes Over as CEO of Georg Neumann GmbH

Yasmine Riechers is to become the new CEO of Georg Neumann GmbH, a subsidiary of the Sennheiser Group.

Genelec Smart Active Monitors Chosen by the John Lennon Educational Tour Bus

Genelec, the leader in active monitoring technology for 45 years, is proud to be the studio monitor of choice for the John Lennon Educational Tour Bus – a mobile studio…

D’Andrea USA Celebrates its 100th Anniversary

During 2024, D’Andrea celebrates 100 years in the music industry, supplying an extensive range of premium guitar accessories constructed from high quality materials manufactured in the USA.

Valley Community Church Finds High Point in L-Acoustics A Series Pro Audio System

Over the past 55 years, Valley Community Church (VCC) in the East Bay suburb of Pleasanton, has focused a large measure of its ministry efforts on providing humanitarian aid and…

Audio-Technica Announces New Rental Program for Broadcast Audio Systems

Audio-Technica announces its new Broadcast Audio Rental Program, offering access to the premium microphone models that professionals trust to capture clear, accurate audio for their production. A

AxLabs Hardware Releases String Surfer Brass Roller Saddles for Strat Style Bridges

AxLabs Hardware is proud to introduce their new String Surfer Brass Roller Saddles designed specifically for Stratocaster®-style bridges.

Roland Corporation and Universal Music Group Form Strategic Relationship to Empower Human Artistry Amid AI Boom

Roland Corporation and Universal Music Group (UMG) have announced a strategic relationship in support of music artists and creators worldwide.

‘Pro Usage is Up, Overall’ - Sales of Guitar & Bass Cases and Bags Surge As Live Performance Returns at Full-Strength

With only just over 10 percent (10.5%) of participating dealers in this month’s poll reporting a downwards trend in terms of Guitar & Bass Cases and Gig Bags sales, it…

The Legacy We Leave Behind – Mary Luehrsen

At this point, no doubt, we have all returned and survived The NAMM Show, and most folks realize that they are truly glad they went.

‘Don’t Even Jinx Me with That!’

"Music education isn't just about creating incredible musicians, it's about creating incredible humans."

Swing City Music Reaches 60-Year Milestone

In late 1964, a young drummer named Art Risavy launched the business which would define his professional career.

Classically Beautiful: Nylon-String and Classical Guitars in 2024

“Soft,” “warm,” “soothing” – these and plenty of similar descriptors are used by many to describe the sound of nylon-string acoustic guitars. Classical (or “Spanish”) guitars have long been the…

RED Development Welcomes Fender Musical Instruments Corp. to PV

RED Development, an industry-leading commercial real estate company known for its high-performing mixed-use and retail portfolio, is adding Fender Musical Instruments Corp. (FMIC), the world's leading guitar manufacturer, to its…

NAMM Names AJ Zane New Director of Technology

NAMM has announced that AJ Zane has been appointed director of technology.

KMC Music Welcomes Melissa Ceo as New Ohio Valley Key Accounts Manager

KMC Music, a division of Exertis JAM, is thrilled to announce the appointment of Melissa Ceo as the new Ohio Valley Key Accounts Manager.

Roland Announces New RD-08 Stage Piano

Roland announces the RD-08, a new entry-level model in the long-running RD series of stage pianos for performing musicians.

Introducing the Dean Guitars USA Zero Pickguard Gloss Natural

A high-octane instrument that draws upon Dean’s legacy and is designed to satisfy the modern player’s need to push sonic boundaries and blur genre distinctions, the USA Zero Pickguard Gloss…

Guitar Center Appoints Kristin Shane as Executive Vice President, Chief Merchandising and Marketing Officer

Guitar Center has announced the appointment of Kristin Shane as Guitar Center’s Executive Vice President, Chief Merchandising and Marketing Officer, effective immediately.

Gibson Announces Jimmy Page 1969 EDS-1275 Doubleneck Collector’s Edition

As it celebrates 130 years of music history,Gibson, the iconic global instrument brand, is proud to announce it has entered into a new partnership with Jimmy Page, one of the…

Tech 21’s SansAmp Bass Driver DI Celebrates 30th Anniversary

The SansAmp Bass Driver DI has been an arsenal staple for players and studios almost since the day it was introduced in 1994.

Bourgeois Guitars Introduces Touchstone Signature

Bourgeois Guitars, renowned for their exceptional and meticulous craftsmanship, announced the release of the new Touchstone Signature; the latest addition to their Touchstone Series guitar line.

Leadership Appointments at GEWA music USA

GEWA music USA is proud to announce significant leadership enhancements within the company.