Sometimes Big Government is a Good Thing
Congress left the music education world a last-minute Christmas present when on December 9 it ratified the Every Student Succeeds Act.
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Steve West – Fighting the Good Fight
We all know the saying, “the apple doesn’t fall far from the tree,” and you’d be hard pressed to find a more applicable example than Steve West.
All About That Bass, ‘Bout That (Spector) Bass
It looks as if 2016 will be the year of the Spector Bass.
Bill’s Music Turns 50
When you walked into Bill’s Music in the 1960s, one of the first things you’d see is owner, Bill Higgins, greeting you.
Four Ideas to Help You “Get on the Good Foot” in 2016
Yes, it’s that time of year, and we trust any suggestion from James Brown!
TMP Announces Promotions
The Music People (TMP) has announced significant promotions effective January 1, 2016.
Monday MMR Update e-Newsletter to Resume 2/1/15
In advance of the upcoming NAMM Show January 21 - 24, MMR will not be sending the regular weekly e-newsletter this coming Monday, January 18.
American Recorder Now Distributes RMV Drumheads and Fuhrmann Guitar Pedals in North America
American Recorder Technologies, Inc. announces that they are now the exclusive distributor of RMV Drumheads in North American.
AES to Host Membership Drive at NAMM Show
The Audio Engineering Society will be hosting a Membership booth at the Anaheim Convention Center during The NAMM Show , Jan 21-24.
Trade Regrets: Morty Manus
Morty Manus of Alfred Music passed away on Saturday, January 9, after a brief battle with cancer.
EHX unveils new OD/POG hybrid pedal
Electro-Harmonix has amalgamated the Soul Food Transparent Overdrive and Nano POG Polyphonic Octave Generator into one multi-effect pedal.
Washburn adds another new acoustic line
Washburn Guitars has lined up another new acoustic guitar range launching at NAMM later this month - the Woodline 10 and Woodline 20 Series.
KMC adds Manuel Rodriguez exclusive
Manuel Rodriguez Guitars has appointed KMC Music as its exclusive distributor in the US.
Andres Patrick Forero joins the SONOR Artist Roster
SONOR drums is proud to welcome Andres Patrick Forero to their artist roster.
SLM Launches Dealer Promo: Win A Dream Vacation
St Louis Music is celebrating a very successful 2015 with a special promotion for dealers, giving away a dream vacation to five lucky winners.
Ashdown signs international distribution dozen
Busy Ashdown Engineering has announced an impressive twelve new additions to its network of global distributors.
Washburn launching new Heritage range
Washburn is launching a new series of acoustics called the Heritage Series, with 16 models landing in the UK later this month.
Trademark dispute heading back to court
The Stratotone trademark dispute between Darryl Agler and Westheimer Corporation is headed back to court, after Westheimer appealed the original decision which went in favour of Agler.
New look for souped up Supro site
Amp brand Supro has updated its online offering with brand new website.
New wireless system from JTS
JTS has launched a new wireless system - the US-36G2 - replacing its three previous systems, the US-901, US-9001 and US-1000 series.
Vigier tees up new unique art finish range
Vigier is launching a new range of unique finishes at this year's NAMM show under the banner G.V Rock Art.
Korg boosts audio team
Andy Pullen has joined Korg UK as area sales manager for the Midlands and South of England.
Freshman signs trio of new export deals
Freshman has expanded its international reach further, signing three new distribution deals.
Yamaha brings back Recording Custom drums
Yamaha is bringing back a re-designed version of its Recording Custom Drum Series later this year.
Rotosound adds another
Rotosound has added the new Heller Vintage Guitar straps to its growing range.
Barnes and Mullins launches Peavey service site
Barnes & Mullins has launched a new UK and Ireland-specific web portal for sourcing Peavey spare parts and for service enquiries - www.peaveyservice.co.uk
Eminence Celebrates 50 Years
Eminence Speaker, a manufacturer of professional audio and musical instrument loudspeakers, high frequency devices and components, is celebrating 50 years.
"Spanish guitars must be made in Spain"
Spanish guitar specialist Manuel Rodriguez has extolled the virtues of returning to domestic production, having brought all of its manufacturing back from China to Spain, and enjoyed a huge increase in sales.
Tracktion launches Biotek
Tracktion Corporation has launched the BioTek Organic Synthesizer virtual instrument.
PRS brings back CE 24 bolt-on model
PRS Guitars has announced the launch of its new CE 24 model, bringing the bolt-on platform back to the main PRS line-up with a number of updates.
Online pressure forces Northampton indie to downsize
Northampton indie store St Giles Music has blamed its decision to downsize to smaller premises next door, on increased online competition.
Quilter Receives 2016 Beryllium Lifetime Achievement Award from ALMA International
QSC recently announced that company founder Pat Quilter is the 2016 recipient of the Beryllium Lifetime Achievement Award from ALMA International, the professional association that is the source of standards,…
Gear4Music Christmas sales up nearly 40 per cent
Like-for-like sales have soared over the Christmas period at online specialist Gear4Music, according to its latest trading update.
Willcox Guitars Streamlines Manufacturing and Offers Lower Pricing
Willcox Guitars recently streamlined the manufacturing process at its facility, allowing the company to offer lower pricing on its Atlantis guitars and Saber basses.
VUE Audiotechnik appoints Ron Vogel
VUE Audiotechnik has chosen Ron Vogel Audio (RVA), based in Zwanenburg, as its exclusive dealer for the Netherlands.
CHAUVET Professional STRIKE 4 and Legends Greet 2016 At Large South African NYE Celebration
With balmy temperatures (28˚ Celsius) and clear skies, the weather in this seaside town located a two-hour drive from Durban isn’t what comes to mind when people in the Northern…
Porter and Davies goes direct in US
Drum and bass monitoring specialist, Porter & Davies, is now selling direct into the US through its website - www.porteranddavies.co.uk.
Barnes and Mullins adds DR string exclusive
Barnes & Mullins has become the exclusive distributor of DR Handmade Strings in the UK and Ireland.
Swiss firm Relish, readies NAMM launches
Swiss manufacturer, Relish Guitars is launching a new addition to its innovative range of guitars made with a chambered aluminium and wood body and boasting several distinctive features.
Hal Leonard Announces NAMM Demo Stage Lineup
Hal Leonard has released its schedule of guest performers and presenters who will be appearing in their NAMM booth #5720 in Hall B.