New Models from Amahi Ukuleles
Amahi Ukulelels has released the UK225 and UK445 ukuleles.
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Felix the Cat Ukuleles from Kahuna Ukuleles
The new Felix the Cat line of ukuleles from Kahuna Ukuleles offers an expanded line of soprano instruments features four designs of the legendary cartoon cat.
The Hohner HAG250 Guitar
The Hohner HAG250 is the perfect size and scale for a child's first guitar, and is highly recommended for children between the ages of four and eight.
The Ortega Guitars Ben Woods Signature Model
The Ortega Guitars Ben Woods signature model was developed and designed under the flamenco artist's supervision and meets the same specifications as Woods' personal version.
The iRig Pro I/O from IK Multimedia
The iRig Pro I/O from IK Multimedia is a pocket-sized mobile audio/MIDI interface for iPhones, iPads, Macs, PC and Android devices.
Sennheiser MKE 2 Elements Microphone
Sennheiser has announced the release of their new GoPro-verified MKE 2 elements microphone, available starting on April 24.
Supro Statesman Amp
The Statesman from Supro is a 50W channel-switching amp with reverb that combines the vintage Thunderbolt and modern Comet models in one piece of equipment, while also adding an all-tube effects loop…
Color Sound 900 Cymbal Set by Paiste
South African drummer Aquiles Priester has announced that he will be touring with American metal band W.A.S.P. on their "25th Anniversary World Tour" using his new 18-piece cymbal set from Paiste.
The Natal Café Racer drum set from KMC
The Natal Café Racer drum set from KMC is now available in the United States market.
Jack DeJohnette HHX Shimmering '75' Ride
SABIAN has released a limited edition HHX Shimmering '75' Ride to commemorate jazz legend Jack DeJohnette's 75th birthday.
Trace Eliot launches 200-watt portable bass head
Trace Elliot has launched its new portable 200-watt ELF bass amplifier.
New look for Protection Racket Proline
Protection Racket’s upgraded and redesigned Proline range now features an improved clearer labeling system making drum identification simpler and a new ‘Egg’ shaped Tom case to improve packing.
Samson adds new low-cost studio monitors
Samson has launched its new MediaOne M30 Powered Studio Monitors, a compact, full-range speaker solution for all desktop and multimedia applications.
Holiday Buying Guide
It may only be September, but the holiday season never fails to creep up on parents – and stockists – somewhere between Halloween and Thanksgiving, causing plenty of harried shopping…
Signature Style: Artist Signature Series Guitars Connecting with Players in 2017
We catch up with representatives from seven major suppliers to learn about what’s hot in Signature Series guitars...
ADJ Miami Hosts Showroom Relaunch Event
ADJ Lighting will be hosting a showroom elaunch event on September 28 (Hurricane Irma circumstances permitting) at their ADJ Miami location (13185 NW 47th Avenue in Opa-locka).
Alvarez Guitars launches website redesign
Alvarez Guitars has redesigned its website AlvarezGuitars.com to feature an in-depth look at the Alvarez story and offer an enhanced product search.
Alvarez Guitars Launches Website Redesign
Alvarez Guitars has redesigned their website AlvarezGuitars.com to feature an in-depth look at the Alvarez story and offer an enhanced product search.
Epiphone to Sponsor Americana Music Association Festival and Awards
Epiphone will be sponsoring the Americana Music Association (AMA) Festival and Awards this year in Nashville, Tennessee.
The Dead Daisies Visit Korg USA
Australian-American rock band The Dead Daisies recently visited the Korg USA, Inc. headquarters in New York to view the company’s line of brands and products.
Happenings in Nazareth: C.F. Martin & Company in 2017
MMR recently chatted with senior officers of C.F. Martin & Co. to learn about developments of note the storied guitar manufacturer, what instrument introductions have been making waves of late, how recent import…
The Rise of the Electric Guitar
On a recent return flight from a trip visiting dealers and a couple of dealer sales events, I came across the Washington Post article by Geoff Edger’s titled “The slow, secret death of the electric…
SURVEY: Wireless Microphone Systems
With over 70 percent of the participants in this month’s retailer survey, sent to over 400 MI dealers, claiming that sales of wireless microphones are either up or level when compared to…
It's Coming Down to the Wire(less): Wireless Microphone Systems Broaden Appeal with Certain Consumers
With over 70 percent of the participants in this month’s retailer survey, sent to over 400 MI dealers, claiming that sales of wireless microphones are either up or level when compared to…
Playing Matchmaker How GluBoost’s MasterTint Became a Must-Have Accessory
There’s a long list of situations that could constitute a musician’s “worst nightmare,” but among them, chipping the glossy, radiant finish from a beloved guitar (or whatever it is you play) is a standout.
We Sing the Guitar Electric
The values of vintage electric guitars have taken a hit in recent years, and electric guitar sales are down overall by about a third in the last decade.
FEATURE: The unique benefits of disaster
Owner and director of education at Contemporary Music Center in Virginia, Menzie Pittman, ponders how a recent flooding bought unexpectedly profound benefits for him....
Disaster and the Unique Benefits it Can Bring
It was just before 7 PM on Friday night: the countdown to the summer Rock Camp Concert had begun.I was so excited, as I finally had a two-hour window for my first…
A Broadening Divide
On August 19th, Donald and Melania Trump announced that they would not be attending this year’s Kennedy Center Honors Ceremony, which will celebrate Gloria Estefan, Lionel Richie, LL Cool J, Norman Lear, and Carmen Lavallade.
Peavey Electronics Offers Upcoming Seminars
Peavey Electronics will be opening its doors to its salesforce during its annual international distributor meetings and dealer seminars.
MONO announces distribution plan for Australia
MONO has announced plans to distribute its full line of cases and accessories directly to premier music dealers across Australia, starting on 1st October.
MONO Announces Distribution Plan for Australia
MONO has announced that the company plans to distribute its full line of cases and accessories directly to premier music dealers across Australia, starting on October 1.
BandLab Acquires Livestreaming Service Chew
BandLab has announced that it has acquired Chew, the London-based livestreaming service that has been described as “Twitch for DJs.”
Epiphone Giveaway Runs Through September
Musicians can enter to win a new Epiphone PRO-1 Ultra guitar with a hard case and a PRO-1 Accessory Kit on Epiphone.com through September 2017.
Belgian Festival Uses CHAUVET Professional ÉPIX Strip I Fixtures
At this year's Belgian summer beach festival “2 Meisjes op het Strand,” Michiel Milbou and his team at Never Fear Shadows designed a stage and lighting design that featured 410 CHAUVET Professional ÉPIX Strip IP fixtures, all supplied by Phlippo Productions.
Yamaha Replaces Piano of Hurricane Harvey Victim
Yamaha and Yamaha artist Vanessa Carlton teamed up this month in an effort to replace a piano that was damaged by flooding from Hurricane Harvey.
Promark by D'Addario's Houston Plant Up and Running Post-Harvey
Promark has called Houston home since its founding in 1957 and, as of Thursday, August 31, the Promark drumstick factory is running without restriction, working overtime throughout this week to…
ADG launches new Darkglass Alpha-Omicron
Audio Distribution Group has launched a new Dual-Voiced Distortion Pedal from Darkglass Electronics - the Alpha•Omicron.
Korg unveils KROSS 2 workstation
Korg has unveiled the long-awaited successor to its KROSS synthesizer workstation - The KROSS 2.
New Korg launches feature Vox Continental revival
Korg has introduced a number of new products under the Vox brand, bringing back the Vox Continental Keyboard, new VX50 portable amps and a limited edition maroon version of its popular Custom…