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UK Distribution company Source Distribution has announced that it has been appointed exclusive distributor in the UK and Republic of Ireland, of LOCI: makers of uniquely extendable, interlocking and durable…
Applications are now being accepted for the 2020 Yamaha Young Performing Artists (YYPA) competition, an annual program that has helped build the musical careers of outstanding young talent for more…
Audio-Technica has appointed the sales rep firm BP Marketing Group for the territory comprising Minnesota, North Dakota, South Dakota and western Wisconsin, effective October 1.
The venue offers a blank canvas for hosting bespoke gatherings and that includes an expansive all-LED, all-ADJ lighting system which allows custom-colored illumination of every part of the space.
Fans who packed the stadium were immersed not only in the emotional power of the star’s vocals, but also by the sweeping visuals that Jvan Morandi ran from a control…
Since November 28, 2005, Carrot Top has been drawing sold-out crowds at the Luxor with the most lavish stage production in stand-up, all of which is now orchestrated with the…
QSC recently announced the acquisition of Attero Tech, effective September 30, 2019.
KORG USA showed support for the Alliance for Women Film Composerse (AWFC); a community of female-led professionals in multi-media, by sponsoring a recent event panel featuring diverse composers discussing gender…
In an effort to bring together in-ear manufacturers, dealers, suppliers, and end-users, Mike Dias has created an organization called the In-Ear Monitor International Trade Organization (IEMITO).
On September 21 and 22, 2019 the SABIAN Education Network returned to the UK Drum Show in Manchester, England, holding two separate educational discussion sessions for drum teachers, including appearances…
Reverend Guitars and Chicago Music Exchange have been busy creating a number of exclusive colors on the Double Agent OG platform.
The jHorn is the latest addition to Nuvo’s expanding range of innovative pre-band instruments.
Hunter’s HOB6449WB Oboe is a heavy-duty bell, designed for professional oboists.
The AE-01 Aerophone mini digital wind instrument from Roland eliminates complicated fingerings and difficult breath control with this easy-to-learn instrument featuring BluetoothMIDI and Audio connectivity.
TRX has announced an expansion and upgrade to its exclusive special edition line: the Special Edition KX Thunder and AX Lightning Crash cymbals.
IK Multimedia’s iRig Keys 2 series of mobile MIDI keyboard controllers offer new ways to connect and control, updated compatibility, and a sleek new look.
Kendor Music’s Volume 39 String Orchestra music features 18 new pieces at the grade 1-4 level, many of which are available on SmartMusic.
Written by Peter Erskine and Dave Black, The Musician’s Lifeline represents the combined experience and knowledge of the authors gained through their lives in music.
This mini version of the Z60 Dent Machine is more compact for easy storage, maneuverability, and transportability.
The Mini Link pro line from KLOTZ includes a variety of cables with mini jack, jack, RCA, and XLR connectors.
The RockBoard ISO Power Block V10 is a multi-power supply for effects pedals that offers 10 transformer-isolated and highly filtered power slots: 8 x 9 volts (isolated) with a max.…
The Mariachi Guitarrón Phosphor Bronze Strings from D’Addario feature Phosphor Bronze wound bass strings with NY Steel cores. which provide better pitch stability and higher break strength.
KORG has collaborated with the makers of the popular anime series “Pokémon,” releasing limited-edition models of select characters for the Pitchclip 2 clip-on tuner and the MA-2 metronome.
Created for both the traditionalist and today’s modern musician, Nicola Brand Strings deliver superior tone and feel.
Premium, rugged, and practically indestructible, Whirlwind’s Leader Standard Series Cable comes with a lifetime guarantee.
In this issue’s supplier roundtable we speak with individuals representing five of the most sought-after and innovative brands in this world to learn about what’s hot, what’s on the horizon,…
This October, MMR turns our attention across the seas to focus on an Austrian institution: Thomastik-Infeld, which celebrates 100 years in operation this fall. MMR chatted with owner and CEO…
With less than 15 percent (13.3%) of participants in this month’s dealer survey – sent out to over 300 MI retailers – claiming that sales of live power amplifiers are…
But for a minute, let’s focus on the reality of customer comprehension – that is what has really changed. I am going to call it “the lost apprentice model.”
In my January 2018 MMR column, I did my own reality check on the subject of valuation during an interview with Steve Zapf, the past-president of Music & Arts. (Jeff…
In late June of this year, it was officially announced that longtime Hal Leonard CEO Keith Mardak would be stepping down, with Larry Morton assuming the titles of president and…
Imagine Bernie Sanders owning a music store. The chances of that are fairly remote, especially since he’ll likely be busy with other responsibilities until November 2020. But the next closest…
This issue’s dealer survey is on the subject of live power amplifiers and one of the main takeaways, based on participants’ responses, is that this market segment has contracted fairly…
This year — the festival’s seventh — festivalgoers could leave the main stage area and head over to the Tiny House Listening Lounge, where a range of Bose Portable sound…
At the Madrid club Florida Retiro, house designer Fernando Rodriguez-Berzosa creates stunning lightshow spectacles, and powers them with his ChamSys MagicQ MQ80 console.
On October 3, CITES (Convention on International Trade in Endangered Species of Wild Fauna and Flora) issued an official notification stating that the effective date for the musical instrument exemption from…
Rhythm Tech has launched a new brand website, featuring a streamlined interface that’s fully optimized to ensure a seamless customer experience.
KORG USA, Inc. joined thousands of Long Island professionals for the 2019 Marcum Challenge, an annual 5k organized to raise money and awareness for the company’s brand mission: to provide…
The 2020 She Rocks Awards recipients include Gloria Gaynor, Linda Perry, Lzzy Hale, Suzi Quatro, Beatie Wolfe, Suzanne D’Addario Brouder, Tara Low, Myrna Sislen, Judy Schaefer, and Ebonie Smith.
The visitor experience of this stunning show was augmented by the clarity, coherence and even distribution of the sound, delivered by the advanced Martin Audio Wavefront Precision Longbow (WPL).
