Fender Makes Bigsby Acquisition
Fender has acquired the Bigsby brand and its assets from Fred Gretsch Enterprises.
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DW Adds new Hardware to 5000 Series
Drum Workshop has added a Single Chain Pedal (AH4) to its classic 5000 Series hardware line.
Los Cabos Extends South American Business
Los Cabos Drumsticks, Canada’s largest drumstick manufacturer, has expanded its presence in South America, adding Plug & Play as its newest distributor.
Aguilar Launches Latest Lightweight cab in UK
US bass specialist Aguilar Amplification has launched its new SL 115 bass cabinet in the UK.
Colombian deal for D&A Guitar Gear
D&A Guitar Gear, has announced an exclusive U.S. distribution agreement with Colombian guitar pedalboards brand, Waggi, known for its innovative design and unique cable management system.
Supro launches new Blues King 12
The new Supro Blues King 12 combo amplifier is designed to capture the prized Supro amp tone that helped sculpt the sound of early electric Rock & Roll and the British Invasion of the…
Martin Audio Announces Kuehn as President of Martin Audio North America
Martin Audio has announced that with immediate effect, Case Kuehn has joined the company as president of Martin Audio North America LLC.
YCA Names Morris Creative Director of In-House Creative Agency
Yamaha Corporation of America (YCA) announced that Steve Morris has joined the company as creative director of Studio 60, the company’s in-house creative agency for Yamaha musical instruments and audio/visual…
Hoshino USA Announces Partnership with Bergerault
After years of development and Tama’s auspicious 2011 entry into the B&O percussion market, the drum builder has unveiled another surprise: Tama B&O Percussion has announced it will join forces…
The Lesher Center for the Arts Installs Danley Speakers
The Lesher Center for the Arts in Walnut Creek, California recently installed a new sound system using Danley Sound Labs loudspeakers and subwoofers in the Margaret Lesher Theater, which greatly…
Greta Van Fleet Use CHAUVET Professional Fixtures on 2019 Tour
Eric Cathcart worked on the lighting design for Greta Van Fleet’s current tour, and traveling with him every step of the way was a power-packed lighting rig featuring 25 COLORado…
Shure Names Humrichouser VP of Global Sales
Shure Incorporated is announcing the promotion of Mark Humrichouser to vice president of Global Sales.
FMIC Acquires Bigsby
Fender® Musical Instruments Corp (FMIC) has announced the acquisition of the Bigsby® brand and its assets from Fred Gretsch Enterprises.
2019 All Percussion Industry & PMC Membership Meeting during the NAMM Convention
Everyone interested in growing the market for all percussion instruments and accessories is invited to attend PMC's Mebership Meeting on January 24th at the Hilton Anaheim (Catalina Room # 7).
YCA Welcomes Clark as B&O Manager for Great Lakes Region
Yamaha Corporation of America (YCA) has announced that Dave Clark has been appointed Great Lakes district manager for the company’s Band & Orchestral division, overseeing sales in parts of Michigan,…
D’Addario Shares ‘Guitar Power’ Episode 6 with Paul Franklin
D’Addario has released Episode 6 of “Guitar Power,” which features Paul Franklin, known for his prolific work on pedal steel.
Trade Regrets: Arthur Teller
On January 4, we received the following from NAMM's Dan Del Fiorentino: News was received our dear friend Christian Hoyer in Bubenreuth, Germany that Artur Teller passed away. His funeral was…
Wildhorse Saloon Partners with Heil Sound
Nashville’s Wildhorse Saloon partnered with Heil Sound to add a stage full of pro microphones to their mic inventory.
Vater Adds Hirano to Artist Family
Vater has added Taku Hirano to the Vater Family of Artists. Vater will be releasing Taku Hirano's unique signature multi-purpose stick design, "Katana," at NAMM 2019.
The Music People Celebrates 40 Years of Product Innovation, Top-line Service
The Music People, leading supplier of musical accessories and pro-audio equipment and parent company of On-Stage and TMP-Pro, is celebrating its 40thanniversary in 2019.
YCA Welcomes Clark as B&O District Manager for Great Lakes Region
Yamaha Corporation of America (YCA) has announced that Dave Clark has been appointed Great Lakes district manager for the company’s Band & Orchestral division, overseeing sales in parts of Michigan,…
D&A Guitar Gear Appointed Exclusive US Distributor for Waggi Pedalboards
D&A Guitar Gear, manufacturer of high-quality, innovative instrument stands, and accessories has announced an exclusive U.S. distribution agreement with Colombian guitar pedalboards brand, Waggi, known for its innovative design and…
KORG USA, Inc. to Distribute Darkglass Electronics
Setting the stage for its most exciting NAMM show to date, KORG USA Inc. (KUSA) has been named as the U.S. distribution partner for Darkglass Electronics.
Remo Taps Hal Leonard for U.S. Distribution
Remo announced that as of January 1, 2019, Hal Leonard will serve as a principal distribution and marketing partner for Remo in the United States, with shipments to dealers starting…
Kyser Offers Handcrafted Capos at Winter NAMM
The Kyser Winter NAMM booth will be transformed into a mini capo factory where NAMM attendees can assemble their very own Kyser Quick-Change Capo. The capos will be handcrafted on…
Welsh veteran Cranes closing its doors
Veteran Welsh music shop Cranes is to become the latest UK MI store to close after more than 30 years in the business.
JHS adds another to audio line-up
JHS has added CAD Audio to its growing line-up of pro-audio brands.
DiGiCo swoops for Klang
DiGiCo has acquired Klang:technologies, adding it to the Audiotonix line-up that already includes leading audio brands Allen & Heath, Calrec, DiGiGrid, Solid State Logic, and DiGiCo.
KORG Teams up with Greg Mackie and Peter Watts
KORG has announced a strategic alliance with noted pro audio product designers, Greg Mackie and Peter Watts.
DiGiCo Acquires KLANG:technologies
DiGiCo is pleased to announce the acquisition of KLANG:technologies as a key new addition to the Audiotonix family that already includes leading audio brands Allen & Heath, Calrec, DiGiGrid, Solid…
The Lightpower Collection to Showcase Rock ‘n’ Roll’s Defining Moments from Legendary Photographer Neal Preston at The 2019 NAMM Show
Famed rock ‘n’ roll photographer and author Neal Preston has spent decades capturing rock’s most pivotal moments and the personalities who have defined music and pop culture.
High Output Inc. Delivers VUE Audiotechnik Innovation to Boston's HUBweek
Billed as the “festival for the future,” Boston’s HUBweek was founded through collaboration between The Boston Globe, Harvard University, Massachusetts General Hospital, and MIT.
Events United Raises Bar For Christmas at SNHU Arena with CHAUVET Professional
Over 6,000 people attended Manchester Christian Church’s “Christmas at the Arena” celebration last year.
Zach Scott Powers Hi-Rez Competition At Atlanta DreamHack With MagicQ MQ500 Stadium
Early in his career, Zach Scott found part-time work supplying small-scale audio and lighting packages to a local video gaming venue in Chicago.
U.S. Trustee's Office Challenges Gibson's Effort to End Chapter 11 Cases
On December 14, the U.S. Trustee's Office filed a motion asking the Delaware bankruptcy court to delay action on Gibson Brands, Inc.'s bid to close its Chapter 11, claiming "a…
Warwick Boss Gifted Anniversary Thumb Bass
Having recently celebrated the 70th anniversary of Framus and Warwick’s 35th, company founder, Hans-Peter Wilfer celebrated his 60th birthday by being presented with a bass built on the original design…
Dynaudio Offers Break to Unsigned Artists
Danish loudspeaker specialist Dynaudio and The NAMM Show is giving unsigned artists the chance to get their big break – free of charge, with no strings attached.
Veteran UK Retailer Sold
UK site Music Instrument News reports that veteran UK retailer, Dawsons, has been sold to a private equity firm.
D'Addario's 'Saint' Nick Returns to London
D'Addario's own 'Saint' Nick D'Addario has returned to London to give away free gear to street musicians and buskers after the success of last year's festive hand-out.
Musikmesse adding new Networking Area for 2019
Musikmesse will introduce a new Networking Area in Hall 4.1 of Musikmesse and Prolight + Sound.