Guangzhou Prolight show looms
China's first key audio show of the year, Prolight + Sound Guangzhou, is almost upon us, taking place from 29th February to 3rd March.
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Music Education Expo starts tomorrow
The Music Education Expo opens its doors tomorrow for two days of seminars, workshops and show floor activity.
Hal Leonard Adele's 25
Hal Leonard's Adele – 25 is currently available in piano/vocal/guitar and easy piano format with many other editions for ukulele, choral, and band coming soon.
Vandoren Clarinet Reed Mix Card
Vandoren already offers clarinetists a variety of reeds to choose from beyond the Traditional reed – the V12, 56 rue Lepic, and the new V21.
Grund Audio GP Series Loudspeakers
With four models—the GP-08A, GP-10A, GP-12A, and GP-15A—the new Grund Audio Design GP loudspeakers are all 2-way systems featuring a 1-inch compression driver mated with an 8-, 10-, 12-, or…
Westone AM Pro Series
Available in 2016, the AM Pro Series features the Am Pro 10 (single balanced armature driver monitor with passive ambience), the Am Pro 20 (dual balanced armature driver monitor with…
Godin Passion RG-4 Swamp Ash Bass, Godin Core CT, and Summit Classic CT
The newest member of the Godin family is the Godin Passion RG-4 Swamp Ash Bass.
The Amahi UK210S
The Amahi UK210S features improved intonation, Aquila Nylgut strings, sealed guitar style tuners, a deluxe padded embroidered bag, as well as a dressed fretboard and frets.
FOMOfx Virtual Jeff
The world's first electronic vibrato (whammy) bar, VIRTUAL JEFF, is the 21st century update to legacy mechanical versions from Bigsby®, Fender® and Floyd Rose®.
EMG T and J Systems
Both the T (Tele) and J (Jazz) Systems are quick replacement pickups and controls that have been designed for simple installation and require no soldering.
Lok-N-Roll Compensated Locking Nut
The new Lok-N-Roll improves your guitar by providing proper pitch and compensation across the fretboard.
Manhasset Music Stand Weight
MANHASSET® Music Stand 2.5 Pound Weight is made of cast iron and is easily attached to the Manhasset Symphony base for dependable performance.
Levy’s Scenic MPDS2 and Falcon MJ2PLD
Levy’s introduces the MPDS2 sublimation guitar straps with colorful outdoor scenes.
Prolight + Sound Guangzhou 2016 Set to Open for Trade
Industry peers can look forward to the forthcoming Prolight + Sound Guangzhou, which takes place from February 29 to March 3 2016 in Guangzhou.
Sound Technology adds Ace to promo video series
Sound Technology has continued to add to its series of live video sessions, with the latest featuring Ace from Skunk Anansie, backing the Larrivee acoustic brand.
New MI store for Aberdeen
There is still some positive news to be found amid the current spate of closures and shops going bust, with a new music retailer opening in Aberdeen.
Faith adds Mallory Knox duo
Faith Guitars continues to build its artist roster, adding guitarists James Gillett and Sam Douglas from UK five-piece alternative rock band Mallory Knox.
Record-Breaking: 2016 NAMM Show Largest in Organization’s 115-Year History
“This year's show was truly a testament to the collective energy created when NAMM members from around the world come together. It was simply amazing,” says NAMM president and CEO…
The Making of the Audix D6
Click the link to watch this new video on the making of the Audix D6, showing the production and assembly processes that take place in Wilsonville, Oregon.
Keyboard Concepts Named ‘Dealer of the Year’ by Yamaha
Keyboard Concepts of Southern California has been named “Institutional Dealer of the Year” by Yamaha Corporation of America.
Reeds & Mouthpieces – An Evolving B&O Market Segment
With regards to sales of reeds and mouthpieces, there seem to be a few “constants” for dealers, based on the results of this month’s retailer survey, sent out to just…
Between the Bell and the Mouthpiece: Clarinet Suppliers Discuss Trends in the Market
Always a strong segment within the band & orchestral market, clarinet sales have been particularly strong of late.
2016 NAMM Best & Worst of Show Awards
Worst Behavioral TrendThe relative preponderance of adult males taking photos with their selfie-sticks at the NAMM Show this year was… off-putting. C’mon guys – you’re better than that.
More ME! Personal Monitor Mix Systems – Part I
Personal monitor mix systems are one of the more misunderstood, and therefore perhaps undersold, categories of gear in the music production space.
Roland’s Jay Wanamaker on ‘Growth Mode’ and Plans for the Future
In January of 2015, industry vet Jay Wanamaker was appointed president and CEO of Roland Corporation U.S.
Morty Manus: 1926-2016
On January 9th, Morton Manus, president of Alfred Music, passed away after a battle with cancer.
Nine Reasons to Attend a NAMM Show (If You’ve Never Been)
The big snowstorm that buried the East Coast has come and gone, and so has this year’s Anaheim NAMM show.
Ch-Ch Changes
2016 got off to a fairly depressing start, as a number of iconic popular musicians passing away in rapid succession.
Access is Something Retailers Can Give to Differently Abled Customers
The holiday season is in our collective rearview mirror at this point, but the idea of doing well by doing good remains a fundamentally sound proposition year-round for retailers.
New Websites for Knilling & Blessing
St. Louis Music is the owner of E.K. Blessing Brass and Knilling strings. For 2016, SLM presents both brands on a new online canvas: BlessingBrass.com & Knilling.com
Music Dynamics goes under
Ambitious West Country dealer Music Dynamics, has gone into administration with the loss of all three of its stores.
Todd Sharp Amplifiers launches
Nashville-based guitarist Todd Sharp has launched Todd Sharp Amplifiers, a range of custom-made amps.
Fender's Benson amp picks Jensen speakers
Inspired by one of the world’s foremost jazz guitarists, George Benson, Fender’s GB Signature Twin Reverb amplifier is an all-tube amp that produces rich, punchy tone with smooth attack and singing sustain.
Aguilar makes BIMM London commitment
Bass specialist Aguilar has teamed up with UK music college BIMM London, to equip it with a range of its amps, cabs and effects.
Hal Leonard Raffles Off Super Bowl 50 Guitar
To celebrate their recent distribution agreement with Woodrow Guitar, Hal Leonard raffled off a limited edition Super Bowl 50 Northender guitar at the Winter NAMM show.
Jensen Tornado is Benson’s Speaker Choice for Fender GB Signature Twin Reverb Amplifier
Inspired by one of the world’s foremost jazz guitarists, George Benson, Fender’s GB Signature Twin Reverb amplifier is an all-tube amp that produces rich, punchy tone with smooth attack and…
Musikmesse reveals Business Academy plan
Musikmesse has teamed up with trade body the Society of Music Merchants (SOMM) to put together a programme of seminars and workshops at this year’s show.
New AKG cans available
AKG by Harman and UK distributor Sound Technology, has launched a new line of high-performance headphones.
Meinl pulls out of Musikmesse
German percussion giant Meinl has become the latest company to pull out of this year’s Musikmesse.