35th Annual America’s Top Music Chains
As the dealers represented in this report are privately held, the data being presented in “America’s Top Chains” was supplied by the companies, themselves. In other instances, MMR made estimates…
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Merry Christmas??
The period between Thanksgiving and Christmas has traditionally been retail’s sweet spot. The dismally named but eagerly awaited Black Friday shopping phenomenon was, of course, named for the point on…
Three Keys to Understanding ‘OVO’ and its Important Role in Today’s Business Environment
I first heard reference to the term OVO from Brendon Burchard, a high performance strategist and well respected business coach. I had been using the strategy for years, but I…
PASIC 2016
The 41st annual Percussive Arts Society International Convention (PASIC), held November 9-12, saw the Show return to the Midwest after having staged last year’s gathering in San Antonio. Indianapolis, Indiana’s…
Prestige Guitars Premier Zebrawood
Prestige Guitars announced the Premier Zebrawood, the latest addition to the Premier Series of guitars, which also includes the Premier Spalt, Premier Burl and Flame Maple Premier P90.
Yamaha YX-230 Rental Xylophone
Yamaha Corporation of America announced the launch of the YX-230 xylophone, a step-up mallet percussion instrument that is ideal for beginning percussionists.
Lowrey Rialto
The Lowrey Rialto model is based on the EY platform and features a classic design in the long-held Lowrey tradition of natural wood cabinetry.
Hal Leonard Wynton Marsalis Omnibook
Hal Leonard released the Wynton Marsalis Omnibook, featuring 35 of his most popular tunes transcribed exactly from his recorded solos for all B-flat instruments, with solo analysis sections and a…
Gravity Multi-Guitar Stands
Gravity expands its range of guitar stands with the new Vari-GSeries.
Ortega Student Ukes
Ortega Student Series Ukes are made with a spruce top, catalpa back and sides, black ABS binding, Sonokelin fretboard & bridge, and Mahogany neck.
DR’s Veritas Electric Guitar String Sets
DR Strings has started shipping new Veritas electric guitar strings to the global MI market. Veritas electric sets feature multiple new elements in guitar string construction with Accurate Core Technology…
StompLight DMX Pro
The StompLight DMX Pro can work as a standalone stage light and offers sound responsive effects directed by the tap of a foot.
Music Nomad Holiday Care Kit
Music Nomad has developed five Guitar and Drum Holiday Care Kits.
Aquila Admira
Aquila launched a new co-branding packaged set for classical guitar with Spanish luthier, Enrique Keller, owner of the Admira brand.
Music China And Prolight + Sound Shanghai
Asia’s Largest MI Trade Show Continues to Grow – in Size and Significance
So Long, 2016, and Thanks for all the... Um... Actually: Good Riddance
So another year is in the books. This one will no doubt be remembered for one of the most divisive Presidential election campaigns in recent – heck, in the nation’s…
IK launches iRig amp
Digital product specialist IK Multimedia, continues to add to its retail product range launching the iRig Nano Amp, a micro amp with a built-in iOS interface.
The NAMM Foundation and The John Lennon Educational Tour Bus Announce Winners of Lennon Bus Recording Residency
The NAMM Foundation and The John Lennon Educational Tour Bus are pleased to announce three exceptional schools and their music programs as the winners of a recording residency on the…
Thomann opens US office
German online retailing giant Thomann, has opened its first office in the US.
MMR Reveals Dealers' Choice Awards
The 2016 Dealers’ Choice Awards (DCA) process represents “year two” of a far more comprehensive approach, resulting in enhanced participation and verifiability.
Research gives glimpse of 3D future
A research team from Autodesk and Dartmouth College has developed a new interactive design tool called Printone, which provides users with the ability to create functional 3-D printed wind instruments in…
50 Dealer/50 State Review & Forecast
Nationwide survey of MI retailers suggests generally ‘mixed’ outlook, although many remain concerned about effects of the recent election (Note: some of the stores contacted responded just prior to the…
24th Annual Dealers’ Choice Awards
The 2016 Dealers’ Choice Awards (DCA) process represents “year two” of a far more comprehensive approach, resulting in enhanced participation and verifiability.
Ernie Ball Adds KMC Music to Serve as a United States Distribution Partner
KMC Music has been appointed to serve as a United States distribution partner by Ernie Ball, Inc. According to KMC Music vice president of Merchandising Roger Hart, the appointment is…
Claman steps up as Carroll takes Focusrite reins
Avid has shuffled its senior management, with Tim Claman (pictured), vice president, platform and solutions, now responsible for Avid’s audio solutions, following former VP of audio products Tim Carroll's departure to become Focusrite CEO.
Gretsch unveils new limited edition trio
Gretsch has announced three new Limited Edition models of its most popular designs with new finishes, and upgraded features.
JBL ships new wi-fi controllable PA
JBL is shipping its new wi-fi controlled JBL PRX800W portable PA system through UK distributor Sound Technology.
Tracktion adds DAW Essentials Collection
In what it proclaims as its largest multiple product launch to date, Tracktion Corporation has released the DAW Essentials Collection, a suite of 16 effects plugins compatible with all professional…
Kidzter Edutainment Debuts Tune-Travel Adventure Books, Music Almanac, Albums
Kidzter.com, the music website for kids, has released the first book in its Tune-Travel series, The Kidzter Kids Meet Motown.
Orange starts Christmas giveaway
Orange is running its fourth annual Wish Granted competition in conjunction with its Facebook page.
StompLight adds DMX compatible pedal
StompLight International has added the StompLight DMX Pro to its growing product line-up of portable stage lighting effects.
Bassboss powers in with new SV8 speaker
US-based powered loudspeaker manufacturer Bassboss aims to bridge the gap between live and studio speaker performance with its new SV8 Powered MicroMain.
Gretsch Introduces New Limited Edition Models
Gretsch announced three new Limited Edition models that elevate their most celebrated designs with new finishes, upgraded features, and appointments.
Trade Regrets: Victor Tibaldeo Sr.
On Deceber 2, we received the following message from NAMM’s Dan Del FiorentnoI'm sorry to report that Victor Tibaldeo Sr. passed away on Thursday at the age of 93. He started…
Chauvet Professional Rogue RH1 Hybrid Illuminates New Zealand Coastline
A prominent rocky outgroup in Tasman Bay, Nelson’s Fifeshire Rock in New Zealand, was once known and feared as a shipping hazard. Recently, Nelson’s Civic Trust desired to make the…
D’Addario’s Evans Drumheads Features Omar Hakim Playing UV1 Drumheads
D’Addario’s Evans Drumheads continues its campaign for their new UV1 drumheads with featured artist Omar Hakim kicking off the performance video series this week.
New Keith McMillen project kickstarted
Keith McMillen Instruments (KMI) is launching a Kickstarter campaign for its innovative K-Board Pro 4, a four-octave MIDI keyboard controller.
DigiTech launching Carcosa fuzz
DigiTech and UK distributor Sound Technology are shipping the DOD Carcosa Fuzz pedal this month.
HW Products Names Klingler Manager of Direct Sales
HW Products is celebrating its 40th year at NAMM and has welcomed Jim Klingler to their team as manager of direct sales.