The NAMM Foundation’s 2022 Best Communities for Music Education
As schools across the nation regain their cadence with the return to in-person learning and the reduction in mandates, the NAMM Foundation is pleased to celebrate the list of Best…
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Gibson Custom Shop: Sergio Vallín 1955 Les Paul Goldtop
For the past 128 years, Gibson has been synonymous with creating and shaping sound across genres of music and generations of players.
'Pedalmania' Celebrates & Explains Everything You Need to Know about Stompboxes & Pedalboards
Hal Leonard is releasing a book sure to excite much of the crowd attending the NAMM show: Pedalmania: The Complete Guide to Stompboxes and Pedalboards.
Two New Hal Leonard Methods for NAMM 2022
Hal Leonard has long been a leader in music instruction methods, starting with the bestselling Hal Leonard Guitar Method which as taught millions of guitarists over the years, to dozens…
'Play like Joe Bonamassa' Is the Ultimate Guitar Lesson for Fans of Blues Juggernaut
Singer, songwriter, and guitarist Joe Bonamassa has had 24 #1 Billboard Blues Albums, more than anyone else in history.
Hal Leonard’s 'Total Drummer' Book/Video Takes Players to the Next Level
Hal Leonard has published The Total Drummer, by Dimitri Fantini.
John Cruz Releases Master-Built Crossville Series Guitars
John Cruz Custom Guitars™ is proud to announce the launch of the Crossville Series, the most significant master-built guitars of the legendary luthier’s illustrious career.
Cort Levels-Up X700 Duality II with Next-Generation Features
Cort introduces the next-generation X700 Duality II electric guitar, taking a well-balanced design to a higher level of all-around performance.
Trade Regrets: Scott Lombardo
QSC released the following on April 10, 2022: It is with deep sorrow that QSC announces the passing of our friend, former colleague and industry veteran, Scott Lombardo on Wednesday…
TORUS and CDD Dominate German Themed Albert’s Schloss Music Venue
Described as “a retreat from the modern world” the German-themed Albert’s Schloss emporium was influenced by the operators’ across Alpine Europe.
MMR Dealer Survey: Guitar & Bass Straps
We invite you to participate in the next MMR survey - this time on the topic of Guitar & Bass straps (results to appear in our May 2022 issue).
Trade Regrets: Scott Lombardo
On April 10, NAMM's Dan Del Fiorentino sent the following message: Scott Lombardo passed away on Wednesday after a brave fight against ALS.
Trade Regrets: Al Jensen
On April 10, NAMM's Dan Del Fiorentino shared the following sad news: Music retailer and long-time music advocate, Al Jensen, passed away on Friday. He was 94 years old.
Niklas Fuchs Expands Vision at Red Bull Symphonic with ChamSys
Like most creatives, Niklas Fuchs loves a challenge. What better way is there, he believes, to expand one’s horizons and to grow as a designer and programmer than to light…
Kanileʻa ʻUkulele Acquires Ukulele Underground
Kanileʻa ʻUkulele, one of the most recognizable Hawaiʻi-based ʻukulele brands, has acquired Ukulele Underground, the groundbreaking platform for ʻukulele learning online.
Guitar Center Partners with D’Addario for Guitar-A-Thon/Earth Day String Recycling Event at Locations Nationwide
As part of Spring Guitar-A-Thon 2022, and in celebration of Earth Day, Guitar Center is partnering with D’Addario for a special event.
Allen & Heath To Highlight Latest Tech Innovations at Upcoming NAB Show
Supporting the welcome return of in-person large-scale trade shows, Allen & Heath USA partner, American Music & Sound, will be back at the National Association of Broadcasters (NAB) 2022 show…
Over 100 ADJ Fixtures Chosen To Illuminate ‘Peacock In Concert’ At Amsterdam’s AFAS Live
Originally scheduled to take place in 2021, the postponed ‘Peacock In Concert – Illusion Of Time’ event was finally held at the 6200-capacity AFAS Live in Amsterdam earlier this month.
Pioneer DJ Partners with Hal Leonard
To continue to meet the high-demand needs of DJs, musicians, and production professionals in their quest for industry-leading tools and creative inspiration, AlphaTheta Music Americas’ Pioneer DJ brand has partnered…
'Keep It Universal' Encourages Unity Through the Power Of Music
Exclusive only for the NAMM Show, Keep It Universal will be introducing some new apparel concepts.
Music & Arts Opens Store-Within-a-Store in New Orleans Guitar Center
Music & Arts, one of the nation’s largest musical instrument retailers and lesson providers, announces the opening of its new store-within-a-store in the New Orleans Guitar Center, located at 1000…
PRS Guitars Awards the Top Dealers of 2021
Every year, PRS Guitars recognizes the top retailers in America, and the world, for outstanding sales of PRS Guitars products.
2022 RPMDA Convention Cancelled
The RPMDA sent out the following on April 6: Dear RPMDA Friends, I wanted to let you know that we have made the difficult decision to cancel our in-person convention…
The Music People Announce Retirement of Co-Chairs
The Music People — manufacturer of the On-Stage brand of musical-instrument accessories and distributor of over 200 pro-audio, video, and lighting brands through TMP-Pro — have announced the retirement of…
The Indian Music Experience Museum Chooses QSC for Fully-Equipped Performance Theatre
The Indian Music Experience Museum (IME), supported by Brigade Group, has chosen leading sound solution provider QSC to fully equip its performance theatre at the museum with a TouchMix 16…
ddrum Unveils Vinnie Paul 6-piece Trigger Tour Pack with Cables
ddrum honors a legend with the introduction of the Vinnie Paul 6-piece Trigger Tour Pack with Cables.
Professional Audio Manufacturers Alliance (PAMA) and Shure Incorporated Offer 2nd Annual Mark Brunner Professional Audio Scholarship
The Professional Audio Manufacturers Alliance (PAMA), in partnership with Shure Incorporated, is accepting applications for the 2nd annual Mark Brunner Professional Audio Scholarship, offered to students worldwide who are pursuing…
JHS Appoints Paul Smith as Managing Director
John Hornby Skewes & Co. Ltd., (JHS), is pleased to announce the appointment of Paul Smith to the role of Managing Director.
Women of NAMM Announce Scholarship Recipients
Women of NAMM (WON) is pleased to announce six recipients of its annual NAMM Show scholarship: Hailey Canfield, Dietze Music; Alia DiLullo, Gator Co.; Tamara Freethy, Cosmo Music; Kristi Noble,…
Hal Leonard Announces 'Rush: The Complete Scores' Hardcover Collectors’ Edition
Few bands have built as dedicated a following as Rush did in their over 40 years together.
Hosa Introduces New Goby Labs Surface Cleaner
Hosa Technology, Inc. is adding a long-requested addition to its Goby Labs line of cleaners and conditioners, Goby Labs Surface Cleaner.
Martin Audio is PYTCH-Perfect for Alfresco Disco’s Massive Warehouse Party
Bristol-based experiential and party planning specialists, PYTCH, recently supplied local event organizers, Alfresco Disco with a full Martin Audio rig for a classic warehouse-based dance party.
John Cruz Custom Guitars Launches to Positive Response
John Cruz Custom Guitars™ is open for business and, as the boutique electric guitar market response has proven, business is good.
Renkus-Heinz Gears up for Further Expansion in Southern California and Southern Nevada
Underscoring its commitment to Southern California and Southern Nevada customers, Renkus-Heinz has announced its partnership with AVL rep firm, Audio Geer.
Solid State Logic Appoints SC Media as Exclusive Canadian Distributor
Solid State Logic has announced that it has appointed SC Media as its exclusive distributor for the Canadian region, effective immediately.
Mapex Launches The All-New Venus Series Complete Drum Kit
The all-new Mapex Venus Series complete drum kit presents an all-inclusive setup for the first-time player ready to start the “Drummer for Life” adventure.
Trade Regrets: Vera May
On April 2, NAMM's Dan Del Fiorentino shared that Vera May had passed away on March 30, 2022, at the age of 102:
Amped Up: For Many Players Tube Amplifiers Remain the Standard
While the emergence of silicone transistor technology spelled the slow end for most valve-reliant products beginning in the late 1960s and early ‘70s, many musicians – particularly guitarists – continued…
Taking Center Stage: Stage Monitor Sales Rebound
The live performance industry was absolutely decimated by the pandemic – and we all know it (and are likely sick of hearing about it).