Farida Parlor Guitars Now Available in North America
Farida Guitar & Ukulele has expanded its popular Old Town Series of acoustic guitars with the 10 Series, a line of parlor size instruments.
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Lady Gaga’s Enigma and Jazz & Piano Residencies Deliver Immersive Audio Experiences with L-Acoustics Technology
At the turn of the year, she kicked off not one, but two, multi-year Las Vegas residencies at Park Theater at Park MGM, both of which are presented in L-ISA…
ChamSys Announces New Headquarters in Southampton
The spacious facility on Brooklands Courtyard that ChamSys Ltd. now occupies represents more than a new headquarters for the growing lighting console manufacturer.
UCLA Graduate Albini Chosen for Yamaha Internship Program
Yamaha Corporation of America has named Amanda Albini to its renowned percussion instruments internship program.
Blackman Santana Welcomes PMC’s International Drum Month ‘Roadie for a Day’ Grand Prize Winner
The Percussion Marketing Council (PMC) celebrated the 2019 International Drum Month (IDM) “Roadie for a Day” grand prize winner Anthony Lowe.
Trade Regrets: Jack Martin
On August 20, we received the following from NAMM's Dan Del Fiorentino: Our friend Dave Fletcher informed us today that Jack Martin passed away. Jack was 96 years old.
Music China Provides Multifunctional Platform for Chinese and International Brands
Music China is drawing closer and as the exhibition space fills up, the show looks forward to welcoming both exhibitors and visitors to the fairground at the Shanghai New International…
Shure Announces Executive Roles for Cerra, Kundmann, Vaveris
Shure Incorporated has promoted three key Associates to the position of Vice President.
New Tropical Rain Sticks and Taracas Shakers from Trophy Music Co.
The new Tropical rain sticks and Taracas shakers from Trophy Music Co. follow the company’s concept of a “fun for kids” approach in their early stages for music and rhythm.
Speaking Rock Entertainment Center Upgrades to Martin Audio
SRB Consulting & Design recently installed a Martin Audio system consisting of WPC line arrays, SXH218 and SX118 subs, and CDD12s as part of a comprehensive upgrade at the Speaking…
FragmentNine and CHAUVET Professional Help Connect Fitz and the Tantrums to Fans on Tour
Working with co-designer Jackson Gallagher from FragmentNine, and associate designer Mike Hankowksy from Hemlock Design & Technology, Lechterman uses a collection of 28 CHAUVET Professional COLORado Solo Batten fixtures supplied…
Avolites’ Software Feature Set ‘Synergy’ Takes the Temple to a New Level at Glastonbury
This year, the team decided to take the production to the next level by introducing Synergy, the upcoming feature set in Avolites’ Titan and Ai v12 software, which integrates lighting…
Danley OS Speakers and Subs Handle Passaic Co. Tech Institute Stadium
JD Sound and Video of Voorhees, New Jersey, remedied that for the Bulldogs’ most recent season with the installation of highly-efficient, big SPL, but small-footprint, Danley OS80 loudspeakers and OS115…
Scenos Techninis Servisas Upholds Tradition at Sakiai Culture House with CHAUVET Professional
Bringing this tradition to life is a new lighting system designed and installed by Scenos Techninis Servisas (STS) of Vilnius, Lithuania, that features a collection of CHAUVET Professional LED fixtures.
Sennheiser Launches Pro Talk Homepage
Sennheiser’s Pro Talk Series features audio professionals sharing their insider tips and describing their paths to success.
Shure Hosts Student Education Event with Lollapalooza Artists
With one of the most popular global music festivals happening in its own backyard, Shure wanted to take the opportunity to leverage its 94-year-old history with audio equipment to educate…
Excelcia Music Publishing Receives Paul Revere Award
The music industry honored Excelcia Music Publishing’s high-quality engraving with a first place Paul Revere Award in the category of “Graphic Excellence: Collated Music Notesetting (i.e. Engraving)” for the recently…
Gon Bops Welcomes Castro to Artist Family
Gon Bops has welcomed Lenny Castro to their artist family.
QSC Brings Big-Time Sound to Kid Rock’s Big Ass Honky Tonk
Thanks to a comprehensive audio installation from QSC, the sound from multiple live acts on different floors is audiophile-grade at Kid Rock’s Big Ass Honky Tonk and Rock ’n’ Roll.
Luke Combs Takes L-Acoustics Gear on Tour
Luke Combs’ first and second North American legs of his Beer Never Broke My Heart Tour were reinforced via Special Event Services’ (SES) L-Acoustics K1/K2 loudspeaker rig.
Etsy Completes Acquisition of Reverb
Etsy, Inc. has completed its acquisition of Reverb Holdings, Inc. for $275 million in cash, subject to certain adjustments with respect to cash, debt, working capital, transaction expenses, and the…
Martin Audio WPL's Season-Long Deployment in Russian Eco Park
A&T Trade and Music Trade have deployed Martin Audio’s premier WPL PA on the main stage of the Zolotoy Gorod eco park —one of the largest country parks in Russia…
RPMDA Board Meets in New Orleans to Plan for 2020 Convention
The Board of Directors of RPMDA recently held its annual summer Board meeting at the Hyatt Regency Hotel in New Orleans, Louisiana.
The NAMM Foundation Awards $675,000 in Grants to 28 Music-Making Programs
The NAMM Foundation has announced grants to 28 music-making organizations totaling $675,000.
Yamaha Celebrates Outstanding Achievements at 2019 DCI Championships
Yamaha Corporation of America this weekend celebrated 35 years of sponsorship with Marching Music’s Major League™ at the Drum Corps International (DCI) World Championship finals at Lucas Oil Stadium.
The British Drum Co. Adds Currie and Fry to Their Artist Family
Nearly three years after launching the British Drum Co., their Marching Division has welcomed World Pipe Band Drumming Champions Scott Currie and Tyler Fry to its roster of marching artists.
Wilson Center Hosts the Seventh Annual Guitar Festival
Wisconsin’s Wilson Center hosts the seventh annual Guitar Festival from August 15 to August 17 this week.
Hunter’s 6403EB B♭ Clarinet
The 6403EB B♭ Clarinet shares the same features as the Hunter 6403E – the Hunter 6403E has a durable plastic body, drop-forged, nickel-silver keys with inline jump side keys, and…
JH500 and JH600 Violins from RS Berkeley
Jascha Heifetz Violins from Meisel are authorized bench copies of the original violin of 1740 by Giuseppe Guarneri (del Gesu), which was obtained by Jascha Heifetz in 1922 and played…
'Tony Bennett – All Time Greatest Hits' from Hal Leonard
Hal Leonard and Tony Bennett are coming together to bring Bennett’s biggest songs to the sheet music world with two editions of 'Tony Bennett – All Time Greatest Hits.'
Framus Diablo Progressive X
The Framus Diablo Progressive X features an original Floyd Rose Vibrato System, which makes this instrument ideal for 80’s and 90’s rock and heavy metal.
Fairmount CH LTD Rosewood Acoustic Guitar from Godin
Godin Guitars’ Fairmount CH LTD Rosewood HG EQ acoustic guitar features a bold and rich tonal palette.
Vintera ‘60s Mustang from Fender
For players who crave the style and sound of Fender’s golden era, Fender created the Vintera ‘60s Mustang.
Reverend’s Reeves Gabrels Signature RG
The Reverend Reeves Gabrels Signature RG comes in transparent black flame maple with “RGX” engraved on the fretboard.
The Joan Jett ES-339 from Gibson
The new Joan Jett ES-339 guitar features a thermally-engineered chambered maple centerblock and thermally-engineered Adirondack Spruce bracing, a radical first for Gibson ES guitars.
Chedeville’s Selecta Wooden Reed Case
Chedeville’s Selecta Wooden Reed case is made from an elegant cherry-stained birchwood.
CS7201 Cello/Bass Stand from On-Stage
On-Stage's CS7201 cello/bass stand is designed to hold most cellos and double basses.
Fishman’s TriplePlay Connect
Fishman’s TriplePlay Connect is a MIDI controller that installs easily and non-invasively on most electric and acoustic guitars and allows users to plug into their iPad and create new sounds,…
Tri Parallel Mixer from Electro-Harmonix
The New Tri Parallel Mixer (TPM) features three independent, parallel effects loops that can be used to mix effects in a way not possible when connecting effects in series.
New Accessories from D’Addario – Summer 2019
D’Addario Woodwinds’ limited-edition Reserve Evolution Marble Mouthpieces are designed for the modern clarinetist, delivering a warm and refined tone featuring quick response and ease of articulation.