Ilpo Martikainen
Genelec founder, Ilpo Martikainen passed away on January 30th.
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DW Enters into U.S. Distribution Deal with Hal Leonard for Select Brands
Drum Workshop Inc. (DW), has announced that effective February 1st, 2017 Hal Leonard will serve as the exclusive U.S. distributor for several of its product lines including Gibraltar® hardware, KAT®,…
Trade Regrets: Ilpo Martikainen
Genelec founder, Ilpo Martikainen passed away on January 30th. The official company statement is below:
KMC’s Hart Named President of MDA
KMC has announced that vice president of Merchandising Roger Hart has been appointed to serve a two-year term as president of the Music Distributors Association (MDA). The appointment occurred on January 18,…
Audio-Technica boosts A&H network
Allen & Heath UK distributor, Audio-Technica, has added the audio sales division of AC Entertainment Technologies (AC-ET) to its network of Allen & Heath dLive specialist resellers.
Supro adds to growing effects range
Supro, distributed in the UK by JHS, has added a new analogue tremolo to its range of effects pedals.
Martin backs Guitar Revolution
Martin Guitar and its UK distributor Westside are backing a unique tour by guitarist Chris Woods, performing a special composition aimed at engaging guitarists of all abilities.
Musikmesse 2017 Drum Camp Lineup Announced
The lineup for Drum Camp at Musikmesse 2017 (April 5 to 8) is complete. Eight stars of the international drum scene will give daily performances on their original touring sets…
2017 NAMM Show Attracts Global Music Products Industry
The world’s music products industry gathered in Anaheim, California last week for the annual NAMM Show, and with it, the symphonic harmonies of the industry could be heard echoing across…
YCA and YMUS Join to Present ‘One Yamaha’ Revstar Display
Yamaha Corporation of America (YCA) and Yamaha Motor Corporation USA (YMUS) came together for the second year in a row to showcase the company’s “Revstar garage” concept at the 2017 NAMM…
Roland's Eaddy Honored at She Rocks Awards
Roland Corporation U.S.'s marketing communications manager Rebecca Eaddy was an honoree at the fifth annual She Rocks Awards.
Audio-Technica adds Artnovion range
Audio-Technica is to act as exclusive UK distributor for Portuguese brand Artnovion’s range of acoustic treatment products.
G7th adds new UltraLight capo
G7th, The Capo Company, has launched what it says is its lightest capo to date.
Warwick announces US office plans
Warwick Music has announced plans to open a US office.
Odyssey backs brass festival
JHS' Odyssey brass brand is appearing at one of the UK's top brass festivals this weekend.
CAD Names On the Road Marketing As Rep For New England and New York
CAD Audio has appointed On the Road Marketing as sales representative for New England, New York City and Upstate New York.
Overview And Reflections At 87
I am now 87 years old and as an individual, according to the National Association of Music Merchants, I have been personally selling and servicing musical merchandise longer than any…
Peddling Dreams
Paul Heumiller of Dream Guitars has found success in a high-end niche.
KPODJ: The Gold Standard In Pro Audio Retail
The California Gold Rush of 1848 seduced nearly a half million people to seek their fame and fortune. A handful of “49ers” did strike it rich, however, mining merchants like…
The Big Show Fits Itself Into An Even Bigger Universe
Welcome to Anaheim, January 2017. The Winter NAMM Show floor may seem as busy and cacophonous as ever, but underneath that familiar buzz is a very changed world, one that…
McPherson Guitars Perfecting the Art of ‘State of the Art’
Long known for the employment of cutting edge techniques in the design and production of their acclaimed acoustic guitars, McPherson Guitars – easily and instantly recognizable thanks to the brand’s…
Face-to-Face
"Email, conference calls, and Skype are all great, but there’s nothing like running into someone on a show floor for a little conversation about what’s really going on behind the…
100 Years Of The Condenser Microphone
We recently marked an important milestone in audio history — the invention of the practical condenser microphone. While names like Edison bring up images of celebrated inventors, the name of…
In A Time of Industry Realignment, You Can Expect the Best from a NAMM Show
Repetition is the Mother of Skill:As I reflect back on 2016, it was quite a year for Contemporary Music Center. You may or may not know, but CMC was graced…
Philly’s Vintage Instruments - A Lifelong Career Sparked by an Interest in ‘Old-Timey’ Instruments
For more than 40 years, Vintage Instruments, Inc. in Philadelphia has occupied a unique space in the area’s MI market. Currently located in a historic building on Broad Street in…
Mouradian Guitars Co - The Store Boston-based Guitarists Trust
If you’re an electric guitarist in the Boston area and you need your go-to instrument repaired or modified, you take it to Mouradian Guitars.
Schimmel & Pearl River - A Partnership for 2017 and Beyond
A celebrated German piano brand dating back to the 19th century, Schimmel Pianos has a storied history – and now a bright future.
Susan and Jonathan Lipp - A Partnership of Generosity
After spending most of 2016 barraged by polarizing politics and the sad news of music legend losses, you may find yourself hard-pressed to hear stories of inspiration. Look no further.…
Chapman Guitars: Evolving the Future of Guitar Design
Chapman Guitars is the story of the evolving face of the music industry.
MusicFirst Expands Sales & Marketing Team
MusicFirst has announced the expansion of its sales and marketing team with several new positions that will offer additional support and services to music educators.
Roland and BOSS Present Lifetime Achievement Awards to Jarre and Summers
During the 2017 Roland International Press Conference, held Wednesday, January 18, 2017, on the eve of the NAMM Show in Anaheim, California, Roland and BOSS presented their second-annual Lifetime Achievement…
Yamaha, Line 6 Execs Announce Expanded Collaboration with John Lennon Educational Tour Bus
Yamaha and Line 6 execs came together at NAMM to announce their expanded relationship with The John Lennon Educational Tour Bus, which is celebrating its 20th anniversary this year.
K&M Supports Guitars for Vets
König & Meyer (K&M) is supporting Guitars for Vets, a foundation that supports our veterans who turn to music in a time of great need.
EAW Names King Marketing & Communications Manager
Eastern Acoustic Works (EAW) has named Louie King marketing & communications manager. King is tasked with managing EAW’s worldwide marketing initiatives including advertising, branding, communications and digital marketing.
NAMM Welcomes New Board Members and Honors those Completing Their Term
At the Annual Meeting of Members at The 2017 NAMM Show, the National Association of Music Merchants (NAMM) welcomed eight new board members to the organization’s Board of Directors. Each…
Q&A: Justin Fogleman, Elixir
Elixir has just launched its latest string technology in the form of its new Optiweb electric guitar strings which aims to deliver the longevity that a coated string brings, matched…
New African partner for Adam Hall
The Adam Hall Group is continuing the rapid expansion of its international distribution network, establishing an exclusive partnership for South Africa, Namibia and Botswana with Mitech Distribution.
Perry Receives Les Paul Award
Legendary Aerosmith guitarist Joe Perry was awarded the Les Paul Award at the 2017 TEC Awards ceremony on Saturday.
Two New Store Openings for GC
Guitar Center has been expanding its presence nationwide with recent store grand openings in Alexandria, Virginia (January 12), and Goodlettsville, Tennessee (January 19).
Roland Announces New Company Positions
While at the NAMM Show, Roland Corporation announced several new company positions as part of a comprehensive business plan designed to ensure ongoing expansion and long-term growth.