Ring the Bell: Back to School Sales
For some MI retailers, the weeks leading up to the new school year represent amongst the most robust sales in the calendar year. To capitalize further on the profit potential…
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The Best of Both the Past and the Present: Fender’s Justin Norvell Dishes on the New Vintera Series
MMR recently chatted with executive vice president of Fender Products, Justin Norvell to talk about this impressive new line of affordable (honestly!) axes that have replaced the venerable Mexican-made Classic…
Wham, Bam – Thank You, NAMM
Ahhh… you are back in the office and now the real work begins – reviewing your take-aways from Summer NAMM.
Confessions of a Succession Planner
After almost two decades as a financial advisor, there is one lesson I have learned that I can reveal with completely certainty: people are “planning averse.”
Fighting the Good Fight and Connecting with Kids
We report often on the valiant efforts of the likes of NAMM’s annual D.C. Fly-In and other organizations (VH1’s Save the Music, Mr. Holland’s Opus Music Foundation, and countless along…
What’s in Store for Store Rents
Depending on where you live, you may have noticed that a rather large number of retail storefronts have been sitting empty for a rather long time. Long, as in years,…
Casio at Summer NAMM 2019
Casio's Mike Martin discusses the reboot of the company's Casiotone line.
Yamaha Guitars at Summer NAMM 2019
Yamaha's Andy Winston discusses the new FG Red Label series at the recent industry gathering in Nashville.
Trade Regrets: Aspen Pittman
Aspen Pittman, the legendary founder of Groove Tubes and Aspen Pittman Designs, passed away August 10, 2019, as the result of injuries suffered from an automobile crash in Southern California…
Yamaha Hosts State Senator Archuleta and U.S. Representative Cisneros in Visits to YCA Headquarters
State Senator Bob J. Archuleta and U.S. Representative Gilbert R. Cisneros, Jr., who represent the city of Buena Park in the California State Senate and U.S. House of Representatives, respectively,…
Roland Showcases TR-808 Drum Machine on 808 Day
Roland is showcasing its TR-808 as part of 808 Day, the global music community’s annual salute to the world-famous drum machine.
Missouri Baptist Convention Deploys Martin Audio WPC
The Missouri Baptist Convention recently purchased a Martin Audio WPC system with SXH218 subwoofers to provide the highest quality sound reinforcement.
Peavey Sets Stage for Next Generation of DJs at 2019 DJ Expo
Peavey will sponsor a youth showcase during the upcoming 2019 DJ Expo at Harrah’s Resort.
KORG Celebrates Modular with Demos and Performances
KORG partnered with Chuck Levin’s Washington Music Center for their growing modular meet-up event, a day filled with KORG’s volca modular synth, as well as the minilogue xd.
iZotope Appoints Callini as CFO
iZotope, Inc., the experts in intelligent audio technology, today announced industry veteran Tony Callini has joined iZotope as Chief Financial Officer.
Los Cabos Fest 2019 Highlights Argentinian Drummers, Honors Carrizo
Los Cabos Drumsticks and their Argentinian distributor, Dumpell SA, hosted Los Cabos Fest 2019 on July 17, 2019 at the Vorterix Theatre in Buenos Aires, Argentina.
QSC Consolidates Distribution in Australia with TAG
QSC announces that TAG will distribute its Live Sound and Systems solutions in Australia, effective August 7, 2019.
Shure Recognized By The GOOD DESIGN Awards
The Shure MOTIV™ MV88 iOS Digital Stereo Condenser Microphone has been honored as a GOOD DESIGN® Award recipient.
Axilum and CHAUVET Professional Add Enchanting Element to Printemps Fashion Runway
The Paris store Printemps recently demonstrated its flare for innovation at Fashion Show Spring Vélizy 2, using battery powered and Wi-Fi controlled LED WELL Fit fixtures from CHAUVET Professional that were…
Music & Arts Acquires Miles Ahead Music
Music & Arts has opened its third location in Kentucky with the acquisition of local music shop Miles Ahead Music in Louisville.
NAMM to Host CITES CoP18 Industry Luncheon
On Saturday, August 17, at the CITES (Conference on International Trade in Endangered Species of Wild Fauna and Flora) Conference of the Parties (CoP18) in Geneva, Switzerland, NAMM will host a…
IMS Technology Supplies Martin Audio For Temple University Commencement
The commencement was successfully reinforced by IMS Technology Services deploying Martin Audio WPM, CDD and SX218 subs.
Clair Bros Brings Acoustical Balance to Hard Rock Cafe
The Hard Rock Cafe Hollywood located inside the Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino features a sound system from Clair Brothers.
Country Star Morgan Tours With Allen & Heath
Country artist Craig Morgan is on the road this summer, touring with new gear in the form of an Allen & Heath dLive S5000 console/DM0 MixRack at front of house,…
D'Addario Foundation Awards over $565,000 to Non-Profit Music Education Partners
Making music education accessible is the core mission of the D’Addario Foundation, a 501(c)(3) non-profit that provides support to hundreds of highly effective, socially impactful non-profit partners in areas of…
Ghent’s Gentse Feesten Festival Enlists Fixtures from CHAUVET Professional
Lighting the way for visitors at this year for the 176th edition of the festive event was a massive collection of CHAUVET Professional fixtures that were used at over 15…
Taylor Launches Stella Falone Kitchen Woodcrafts Line
Bob Taylor, co-founder and president of Taylor Guitars, has launched Stella Falone Kitchen Woodcrafts.
Evans and Promark Take Over the 2019 Drum Corps International World Championships Lot
Evans and Promark will take over the lot at DCI World Championships in Indianapolis, Indiana from August 8 to 10, 2019.
Taylor Guitars at Summer NAMM 2019
We checked in with Andy Powers a few weeks ago in Nashville to learn what's new over at Taylor Guitars.
ADJ Lighting Brings Altitude Trampoline Park’s New ‘Super Park’ Concept to Life
Altitude Trampoline Parks recently launched its first “super park,” a huge location filled with trampolines and other features illuminated by almost 200 ADJ lighting fixtures.
LSM Calls On 36 CHAUVET Professional Maverick MK3 Profiles For La Tournée des Idoles
Anchoring the rig, which was supplied by LSM, were 36 CHAUVET Professional Maverick MK3 Profile fixtures.
Berklee College of Music Teams Up with Steinberg to Enrich the Educational Experience with Cubase
Berklee College of Music has partnered with Steinberg to integrate the music software company’s Cubase 10 digital audio workstation (DAW) software into its curriculum.
British Summer Time Festival Uses Martin Audio for Seventh Year
This summer, Capital Sound deployed Martin Audio MLA multicellular loudspeaker array technology for the Hyde Park festival British Summer Time for the seventh year.
KORG USA, Inc. Named Darkglass Electronics Distributor in Canada
Further expanding its sales and distribution efforts in North America, KORG USA, Inc. has announced plans to become the exclusive Canadian distributor for Darkglass Electronics, effective August 1st, 2019.
Music & Arts Acquires Kerr's Music World
Music & Arts has announced their entry into West Virginia with the acquisition of both locations of local mainstay Kerr's Music World.
Gibson Response to Viral Firebird X Video
Gibson has explained that the Firebird X destruction video that caught the attention of many in late July and early August of this year was, "an isolated batch of Firebird…
Arndt Adds Glitter to Berlin’s Botanische Nacht with CHAUVET Professional
Outlining the building’s architectural features and adding to its stunning appearance were 110 CHAUVET Professional ÉPIX Strip IP fixtures that Denny Arndt featured in his lighting design.
Danley Speakers Installed at St. Leo the Great Church
Ditching the delays and relying on Danley Sound Labs’ famous pattern control and phase-coherent, long distance throw, the church now enjoys intelligible speech and lively music reinforcement from the front…
D&A Guitar Gear Names Mitchell CEO
Barry Mitchell brings more than 20 years of professional experience in the MI to his new position as D&A Guitar Gear's chief executive officer.
Guitar Center Opens ‘Custom House’ Multi-Functional Experience Center in Nashville
Guitar Center has announced the grand opening of Nashville-based Custom House, a new AVDG and Guitar Center Professional multi-functional experience center.