Whalum Endorses P. Mauriat
P. Mauriat has welcomed Kirk Whalum as an endorsee. He performs exclusively on the P. Mauriat PMXT-66R tenor saxophone in Cognac Lacquer.
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Peavey Sponsors Ice-T’s EBE Nation Event featuring Mr. X
Peavey Electronics recently co-sponsored a special event featuring a performance by Ice-T and Mr. X, co-founders of the record label Electronic Beat Empire (EBE Nation).
Yamaha Music and Wellness Institute Announces 2019 Brian Jemelian Award Call for Applications
Applications are now being accepted for the 2019 Brian Jemelian Award for outstanding achievement, an annual program that recognizes one individual who, by virtue of their exceptional musical commitment, inspires…
Alfred Music Advocates for Music Education in Washington, D.C.
During the week of May 20-24, Alfred Music business leaders Ron Manus, chief business development officer, and Jennifer Paisley-Schuch, trade shows and partnerships director, joined more than 100 music industry…
Trade Regrets: William Dunkley
On June 5, we received the following from NAMM historian Dan Del Fiorentino:It is with a heavy heart that we note the passing of William Dunkley on May 30, 2019.…
Cusack Music Screamer Fuzz Germanium
The Screamer Fuzz Germanium is a limited run upgrade to Cusack’s Music insta-classic Screamer Fuzz pedal. Manufactured in Holland, Michigan, Cusack Music is participating in an exciting renaissance of sorts…
Blue Ember Microphone
The Blue Ember is billed as an “XLR Studio Condenser Mic for Recording & Streaming.” So… what exactly does that mean and why should you or your customers care, you…
AirTurn goSTAND, MANOS, Telescoping Mic Boom, and Side Mount Clamp
What we have here is four separate units/purchases – the goSTAND for mics & tablets, the goSTAND telescoping mic boom, the MANOS universal tablet holder, and the Side Mount Clamp…
Fit as a Fiddle: The Violin and Viola Market
Violins and violas (particularly violins) are often the very first “real” instruments a child learns and a crucial mainstay of any school music program, but the violin market today is…
S.I.T. Strings' Tim Pfouts
Just because a company has a classic bread-and-butter item doesn’t mean they can’t keep exploring new technology, and for S.I.T. Strings, innovation never gets put on hold.
Augustine Strings and Stephan Connor Help Bring Solace to Puerto Rican Musicians
There are no words that are can sufficiently comfort the victims of natural disaster. That’s why luthier Stephan Connor and Augustine Strings chose to speak with music.
Strings Attached: Strings for Orchestral Instruments
With nearly 65 percent of participants in this month’s dealer survey reporting that sales of orchestral strings are either up or level when compared to past years, this would appear…
Willis Music at 120
On April 1 of this year, one of our industry’s oldest and most respected retailers turned 120 years old. Since 1899, Willis Music Company has remained family owned and operated…
Identity Theft, Part I
According to the U.S. Department of Justice, in 2016 a whopping 26 million Americans 16 or older reported they had been victims of identity theft during the prior 12 months.
As It Should Be: A Teacher’s Job is to Serve
It’s been a while since I’ve discussed the topic of music lessons, and many readers have lesson programs, so let’s jump in and have a look under the hood at…
MI Goes to Church
The house-of-worship market has traditionally been a significant one for MI retail. The contemporary worship style in particular has been a boon, driving demand for everything from instruments to accessories.
The Perks of Departing the Comfort Zone
The mission statement over here at Musical Merchandise Review is to serve all members of the musical instrument retail industry and to report upon all developments of note across all…
Fleming Named President of Bourgeois Guitars
Bourgeois Guitars has announced the promotion of Christopher Fleming to the position of president and C.O.O.
Yamaha Names Queen as District Manager of School Service Sales
Jeff Queen has joined Yamaha Corporation of America as District Manager on the company’s School Service Sales team.
Fireplay’s Whitehouse and Smith Power Jason Aldean’s Tour With CHAUVET Professional
Jason Aldean’s Ride All Night tour uses CHAUVET Professional Rogue RH1 Hybrid fixtures, as specified by lighting designers Nick Whitehouse and Dom Smith and creative producer Kelly Sticksel.
Fishman, Arturia, and MIND Music Labs Create a State of the ArtSynth Guitar in 30 Days
British mega band MUSEis currently on tour promoting their latest album Simulation Theory performing in sold out stadiums all over the world. Each night frontman and guitarist Matt Bellamy brings out a…
Horn Powers Maribou State Tour With ChamSys
Simon Horn, the owner of Purple Lighting, recently used his ChamSys Stadium MagicQ MQ500 console when working with Maribou State at their sold-out Brixton show and "Kingdoms in Colour" tour.
Nichols Tours Retailers with Signature Blackstar Series
With the release of his limited-edition Jared James Nichols JJN-20RH MkII signature valve amplifier with matching JJN-212VOC MkII cabinet, the guitarist has taken his new customized HT20R MkII out on…
NAMM to Hold ‘Tariff Update Webinar: The 411 on Submitting Comments, Requesting Exemptions and Registering to Testify’
On the heels of the May 13 notice from the Office of the U.S. Trade Representative proposing a new harmonized tariff schedule for approximately $300 billion worth of imports from…
Howard Gives Woman’s Hour Emotive Sendoff Via ChamSys-Powered Lightshow
Following the release of their studio album Ephyra, Woman’s Hour brought their musical journey to a close with a final show in their hometown of London before parting ways to…
Gamechanger Audio Motor Synth Crowdfunding Campaign Fully Funded in 10 Minutes
Gamechanger Audio announces that its crowdfunding campaign on Indiegogo for its Motor Synth has been fully funded following its launch earlier this week.
Italian Speaker Imports Expands Again
Italian Speaker Imports (I.S.I. / FBT USA) has announced its move to a larger location in Wappingers Falls, New York.
KORG USA, Inc. Creates Apprenticeship Program for Aspiring Engineers
KORG USA, Inc.’s service and repair department has created an apprenticeship program for local students to learn the basics of instrument engineering.
Howards Grove High School Furnishes Auditorium with Danley Fixtures
The high school made do for years without an auditorium of its own by appropriating the gymnasium, the cafeteria, classrooms, or even neighboring schools’ auditoriums. That’s all changed now with…
JHS launch their latest 2019-2020 UK & EU trade catalogues and price list
JHS are pleased to announce the launch of their latest UK and European trade catalogues and price list, now with nearly 300 pages the UK catalogue showcases every one of…
NAMM Congratulates the 2019 Top 100 Dealers
NAMM is pleased to announce the list of enterprising music product retailers to be honored at the organization’s Top 100 Dealer Awards.
Fever 333 Take CHAUVET Professional Rogue Fixtures on Tour
Fever 333’s current North American tour uses 12 CHAUVET Professional Rogue R1 Wash fixtures, as specified by LD David Summers.
D’Addario Foundation Helps Make College Possible for 10 Students
The D’Addario Foundation has announced the first-ever recipients of their new College Scholarship.
Hawaii’s Twilight Audio Chooses Martin Audio WPC
Twilight Audio in Kapolei (on the island of Oahu, Hawaii) recently acquired a Martin Audio WPC system and SXH218 subs.
The Melbourne Guitar Show 2019
The Australian Music Association is thrilled to announce the 2019 return of the Melbourne Guitar Show, set to rock Caulfield Racecourse on August 3 and 4.
Heil Sound Expands International Distribution
Heil Sound has announced the appointment of four new distributors for its line of professional microphones and headphones.
Kelly Clarkson's Tour Takes DiGiCo Console on the Road
Kelly Clarkson's two-month North American trek in support of her record Meaning of Life marked the artist’s first proper return to the road since 2015’s Piece by Piece tour. For…
Mauriat Welcomes Coss to Artist Family
Mauriat has welcomed Roxy Coss to their family of artists. Coss is one of the world's top jazz saxophonists, leading the Roxy Coss Quintet and the founder of the Women…
GHS Strings Adds Innovation Brand
Innovation stand-up bass strings, which have until recently been manufactured in the UK, have found a new home with GHS Strings in the USA.