Korg USA Hires Expert Kevin Han as Director of IT
Korg USA announces that after an extensive search, accomplished engineering and technology leader Kevin Han will join its executive team and lead its IT division into the future.
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Fender Joins Fortnite - Rock Out with the Stratocaster Guitar and Precision Bass in Fortnite Festival
Fender and Epic Games are bringing the iconic Fender Stratocaster and Precision Bass Electric Guitar to Fortnite.
String Theory (New Fundamentals Workbook for Beginners from Kendor Music Publishing
Kendor Music Publishing is excited to announce String Theory, a music fundamentals workbook from experienced string educator, Caryn Wiegand Neidhold.
Mapex Welcomes Luis Hernandez to their Artist Roster
Mapex Drums proudly announces the addition of Luis Hernandez to their distinguished artist roster.
EAW Promotes James Bamlett to Sr. Director of APAC and EMEA Sales
Eastern Acoustic Works (EAW®) announces the promotion of James Bamlett to Sr. Director of APAC and EMEA Sales.
Limited Edition Raphael Saadiq Telecaster from Fender
Fender Musical Instruments Corporation (FMIC) announces the launch of a new signature Telecaster® guitar honoring Raphael Saadiq, a multi-award-winning artist, songwriter, film & television composer, producer, and one of R&B’s…
Roland Introduces LX Series Digital Pianos
Roland introduces the LX-9, LX-6, and LX-5, three new models in the company’s long-running LX series of premium digital pianos.
Celestion Introduces the Truvox 0615 Loudspeaker Suitable for a Variety of Applications
Celestion, the premier manufacturer of professional audio loudspeakers for sound reinforcement, introduces the Truvox 0615, a new six-inch mid-bass driver focused on superior quality at an affordable price point across…
Martin Guitar Charitable Foundation Announces 2023 Grants
The Martin Guitar Charitable Foundationannounced that it awarded $485,500 in grants to over 85 nonprofit organizations in 2023, creating opportunities for the communities in which their employees live in Nazareth,…
Trade Regrets: Mike Lewis
On March 11, Fender Musical Instruments Corporation shared the following sad news: Today, we reach out with heavy hearts to share the news of the passing of Mike Lewis, VP…
ADJ To Showcase Latest Entertainment Technology At Prolight + Sound Frankfurt
ADJ will utilize the upcoming Prolight + Sound exhibition in Frankfurt, Germany to showcase a variety of the company’s newest lighting and LED video products.
TASCAM Portacapture X8 Helps Diana Macalova Craft the Ideal Sounds for Film and TV
Diana Macalova is a sound designer, composer, and dialogue editor whose work ranges from epic full orchestral scores, emotional piano pieces and hybrid compositions featuring various electronic elements to short,…
New Life Austin Gives its In-ear Monitors New Life with KLANG
Back in 2017, New Life United Pentecostal Church of Austin—aka “New Life Austin”—became one of the first houses of worship in the country to implement a pair of KLANG:fabrik immersive…
Call for Players 2024 NASMD Sandy Feldstein Big Band
The NASMD Sandy Feldstein Big Band will be back by popular demand for the 2024 NASMD convention at the Hyatt Coconut Point Resort in Bonita Springs, Florida, April 3-6. The band will entertain during…
Marshall Music Unveils New State-of-the-Art Service and Education Center
Marshall Music, a leader in the music retail and education sector, is proud to announce the upcoming opening of its newest Retail and Service Center for Music Education, located in…
Epiphone Partners With Dave Grohl to Release the DG-335
Epiphone is proud to unveil its global partnership with Dave Grohl. The Dave Grohl DG-335 pays tribute to the longtime six-string mainstay of Dave’s world-spanning tours with the Foo Fighters.
The Guitar Center Music Foundation to Honor Music Legend Ernie Isley at its Third-annual Benefit Concert
The Guitar Center Music Foundation (GCMF), a nonprofit organization that advances the healing, transformative power of music by granting instruments to music education and music therapy programs in need, has announced its…
Martin Audio MLA Rocks Clockenflap and Keeps Residents Happy
As Hong Kong’s biggest and longest running outdoor music and arts festival, Clockenflap was again held over three days recently at the Central Harbourfront, overlooking Kowloon.
Valkyrie Productions Brings PK Sound Robotic Technology to Live Events Throughout Colorado
PK Sound, the robotic line array company, has welcomed Colorado’s Valkyrie Productions to its partner network with the company’s investment in a T8 robotic line source system.
Trade Regrets: William 'Bill' Higgins, Owner of Bill's Music House
Bill's Music is a retail musical instrument store located in Catonsville, "Music City" Maryland.
Danelectro Introduces the Fifty Niner Guitar Series
Danelectro has introduced the newest addition to its line guitars: the Fifty Niner.
Blackstar Amplification Joins Yorkville Sound For Canadian Distribution
Canadian pro audio manufacturer and distributor, Yorkville Sound, and innovative instrument amplifier brand, Blackstar Amplification, announced a new distribution partnership.
Trade Regrets: Joe Bredau
It is with great sadness that Korg USA shares the news that longtime industry veteran and former colleague Joe Bredau passed away on January 13 at the age of 82.
Shure Opens Additional Manufacturing Facility in Juarez
Members of Shure’s Board of Directors and Executive Staff traveled to Juárez, Mexico, to formally open the second Shure manufacturing facility there.
Gretsch Unveils Limited Edition Chris Rocha Electromatic Broadkaster Jr,
Gretsch announces the Gretsch Limited Edition Chris Rocha Electromatic® Broadkaster® Jr., an instrument whose artful construction and sleek design is an ode to Chris Rocha, one of Latin worship music’s…
JodyJazz Supports Sound Support Foundation Scholarship & Concert
JodyJazz has contributed $10,000 to the Sound Support Foundation Scholarship fund in support of Caleb Chapman’s Soundhouse.
Munttheater Weert Upgrades Moving Heads To ADJ Focus Profile and Focus Flex L7 Fixtures
Based in the Dutch city of Weert, Munttheater is a mid-size theater that hosts both touring professional shows and local amateur productions. Thanks
Martin Audio Appoints Atempo as new Turkish distributor
Martin Audio has strengthened its global reseller network with the appointment of Atempo as its new Turkish distributor.
C. F. Martin & Co. Announces the Launch of the Martin Artist Showcase
C. F. Martin & Co.®, the iconic 190-year-old company known for handcrafting the finest acoustic instruments and strings in the world, is excited to unveil its latest initiative: the Martin…
Proel North America Introduces Ida Maria Grassi Wind Instruments
Proel North America proudly announces the introduction of Ida Maria Grassi wind instruments to the United States and Canada, marking a significant milestone in the Italian company's commitment to delivering…
Marc Glattes Joins L-Acoustics to Lead Sales and Business Development Teams
L-Acoustics has recently appointed Marc Glattes as Executive Director of Sales & Business Development.
Laura Jane Grace Shares Music Breakthrough Story to Launch Yamaha Guitar's 'Find Your Breakthrough' Platform
Yamaha Guitar Group launched their ‘Find your breakthrough’ platform with the exclusive release of Laura Jane Grace’s powerful breakthrough story — a short film featuring Grace speaking openly and honestly…
SWG Events’ Triumphant Return to MOBOs, with WPL Line Array
In a repeat of their successful deployment at OVO Arena Wembley for the 25th MOBO Awards, SWG Events this time headed north with their flagship Martin Audio WPL Line Array…
Proel PlayMix Mixer Series: Compact, Stylish, and Packed with Professional Features
Proel North America announces the launch of the Proel PlayMix Mixer Series, a groundbreaking line of mixers designed to deliver exceptional audio quality, versatility, and convenience at an unprecedented value.
Roland Corporation Appoints Matt Wechsler as Global Chief Marketing Officer
Roland Corporation announces the appointment of Matt Wechsler to the newly created position of Chief Marketing Officer.
The Guitar Show 2024 Set For Biggest Event Yet
The Guitar Show – the UK’s largest guitar event – returns to Birmingham’s Cranmore Park venue on 2 and 3 March and is set to feature its biggest ever showcase of…
Elrick Bass Guitars Introduces Headless Series to Custom Lineup
Elrick Bass Guitars is excited to announce the addition of a headless option on hand-carved series bass guitars.
Reverb Sellers See Sales Growth During Successful Holiday Season
Reverb, the largest online marketplace dedicated to buying and selling used and new musical instruments, announced on February 22 that its Q4 gross merchandise sales (GMS) grew in the mid…