The MIDI Association and NAMM Announce MIDI In Music Education Initiative
The MIDI Association and the NAMM Foundation have announced a year-long fundraising campaign to support the MIDI In Music Education initiative.
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SABIAN Introduces 22” HHX BFMWORLD Ride
SABIAN is proud to announce the release of the 22” HHX BFM World Ride cymbal.
C.F. Martin & Co. Welcomes New Strings Business Leader
C.F. Martin & Co. has announced\that Brian Hall has joined the company as Senior Director – Strings Business Segment Leader, filling a newly created position and signaling the company’s renewed…
Gibson SJ-200, J-45, and Hummingbird Standards in Rosewood
Founded in 1894 and headquartered in Nashville, with a premier acoustic craftory in Bozeman, Montana, Gibson continues a legacy of world-class artisanship, legendary music partnerships, and progressive product innovations that are unrivaled.
IDLES Upgrade to Martin Audio WPL for European Arena Tour
When IDLES embarked on their 2024 Love Is The Fing European tour, their production included a large complement of Martin Audio’s Wavefront Precision line array elements for the main PA.
Roland's Most Extensive Update Yet to the SP-404MKII
Roland's SP-404MKII Sampler is getting a major boost with its new firmware update, version 4.04, in celebration of 404 day!
Keeley Electronics launches Mk3 Driver - Andy Timmons Full Range Overdrive
Your eyes are not deceiving you! This incredible overdrive used to go by another playful bard-esque name.
Ashly Welcomes Jay Blout, National Sales Manager - Retail
Ashly Audio announces the appointment of Jay Blout as the new national sales manager - retail.
‘We Create Musicians’: Maxwell’s House of Music is Having a Banner Year in 2024
Two awards from the 2024 NAMM Show – including “Dealer of the Year – are just some of the most recent accolades being bestowed upon Jeffersonville, Indiana’s beloved Maxwell’s House…
Light Up the Night! -- Sales of Lighting & Stage Effects Remain Stable Post-Pandemic
When we polled MI retailers on the state of the Lighting & Stage Effect market segment back in fall of 2021, things were still – understandably – massively impacted by…
The Differentiation Factor: Music History -- A Million-Dollar Idea
It was Bill Haley’s “Rock Around the Clock” in 1954 that broke the pre-internet “internet,” but can you explain the unusual ticking sound that you hear in the song?
Spin Control: DJ Interfaces & Controllers
“He just turns up with his memory stick and pretends he's doing something and goes away with a huge amount of money,” said Iron Maiden frontman Bruce Dickenson of today’s…
Many Happy Returns? For Customers, Yes; For MI Businesses, Not so Much: In-kind Donation Can Ease the Burden of Returns on Warehouses and Make Beautiful music
U.S. retail sales during the 2023 holidays rose 3.1 percent over last year, according to figures from Mastercard – which isn’t bad considering consumers are still feeling the pinch of inflation.
Music As an Avenue Towards Community Building: Making Your Retail Business ‘The Right Place’
“Most marketers have heard the term ‘community building’ at some point in the recent past,” began an article from last summer in an issue of Rolling Stone.
Trade Regrets: Glenn DePue, 30-Year Yamaha Exec
Glenn DePue, who distinguished himself as a highly successful executive throughout his remarkable 30-year career with Yamaha Corporation of America, passed away peacefully in his sleep on Wednesday, April 3,…
Now Shipping: Radial Catapult Rack TX & RX Audio Over Cat 5 Units
Radial Engineering announces shipping availability of its new Catapult Rack TX and Catapult Rack RX.
Play Drums Wants to Help Your Store Celebrate International Drum Month
Drive traffic and build new customer relationships with the Lesson with a Master giveaway. Your store can share and promote the free Lesson with a Master Drummer giveaway to help…
Exertis|JAM Bolsters Its Commitment to Latin America with Strategic Business Expansion and New Hire
In a strategic move to amplify its presence and impact in the Latin American market, Exertis|JAM (JAM), is excited to announce a significant expansion of its business activities in the…
DPA Microphones Enhance Immersive Live Performances at Las Vegas' Resorts World Theatre
While spatial audio was taking over the recording industry, the Resorts World Theatre in Las Vegas—an immersive 5,000-capacity concert and entertainment venue—introduced it to the live music scene as well.
Avid Appoints Wellford Dillard as Chief Executive Officer
Avid®, a leading technology provider that powers the Media & Entertainment industry, has announced that it has appointed Wellford Dillard as the organization’s next Chief Executive Officer (CEO).
VocoPro Announces Two New Wireless Headphone Packages for Educators
For educators looking to enhance the learning experience, audio leader VocoPro has announced two new, affordable wireless headphone packages.
Córdoba Introduces Stage Black Burst Acoustic-Electric Guitar
Córdoba Guitars is proud to debut its latest addition to the popular Stage platform, the Stage Black Burst.
ADJ Fixtures Shine At UK’s Lakefest
Established in 2012, Lakefest has grown rapidly to become firmly established within the UK’s boutique festival scene. With a clear family focus, it features artists performing a wide variety of…
BASSBOSS Loudspeakers Now Streamlined for Installation via D-Tools
BASSBOSS, a leading brand in high performance loudspeakers, is excited to announce their integration with D-Tools, the premier systems integration project management software.
Yamaha Corporation of America (YCA) Announces Sales Leadership Changes for the Yamaha Commercial Audio and NEXO Sales Team
After a distinguished 30+ year career at Yamaha, Mr. Paul Furtkamp will retire as of July 1, 2024.
The Best Of Both Worlds! New 30ft. Half-Coil Instrument Cables from Pig Hog Deliver More Distance & Flexibility On Stage
Pig Hog’s new Half-Coiled Instrument cables are thoughtfully designed and balanced to combine the great look and feel of a vintage coiled cable, with the ergonomic benefit of a longer…
KMC Music Welcomes Jer Gervasi as New Mid South Key Accounts Manager
KMC Music, a division of Exertis JAM, is thrilled announces the appointment of Jer Gervasi for the Mid South territory.
KMC Music Appoints New National Sales Manager to Growing Team
KMC Music, a Division of Exertis JAM, announces the addition of Eric Oppenheimer to its dynamic team.
Victory Church Declares L-Acoustics K Series a Winner
“This system can handle anything,” says Skylark AV Senior Design Engineer Tyler Mergy of the L-Acoustics K2 loudspeaker rig newly-installed at Victory Church.
Introducing the New Avante Audio Imperio Pro IMP118 Single 18-inch Active Subwoofer
Powerful, versatile, compact, and reliable, the new Imperio Pro IMP118 active subwoofer from professional audio manufacturer AVANTE Audio is now shipping.
KRK Launches ROKIT Generation Five Studio Monitors
As the unwavering cornerstone of professional audio monitoring for over three decades, KRK earned its reputation through a rich history of innovation and precision.
EAW Names Audio Source New Manufacturer's Rep for Pacific Northwest, Alaska and Hawaii
Eastern Acoustic Works (EAW®), a leader in professional audio solutions, has announced Audio Source, Inc. as its new manufacturer’s representative.
JBL Professional Introduces JBL Pro Connect App V2 for JBL Portable PA Speakers and Systems
HARMAN Professional Solutions has announced the launch of JBL Pro Connect V2, the newest version of its universal control application for streamlined management of select JBL portable PA speakers and…
NAMM Announces Newly Elected Officers for Executive Committee
The NAMM board of directors has elected officers to represent the executive committee, effective immediately and will serve through April 2025, representing NAMM’s global membership and the music industry at…
The Gibson Everly Brothers J-180 Returns
Gibson is proud to celebrate the rich musical legacy of Rock and Roll Hall of Fame members Phil and Don Everly, with the return of The Everly Brothers J-180 acoustic…
Roland Announces GO:KEYS 3 and GO:KEYS 5 Music Creation Keyboards
Roland announces the GO:KEYS 3 and GO:KEYS 5 Music Creation Keyboards, two portable instruments filled with intuitive tools for learning and enjoying music.
Donner Brand Expands to Indonesia by Opening New Flagship Location
Donner has announced its expansion into Southeast Asia by launching its flagship retail showroom and diverse range of musical instruments in Indonesia, through an exclusive partnership with PT Garuda Lestari…
Maxwell's House of Music is Having a Banner Year - and it's Only Just Begun!
Mark Maxwell, co-owner of Jefferson, Indiana's Maxwell's House of Music sits down with us to reflect upon his team's, and his own, recent winning-streak, which has included receiving NAMM's Dealer…
Dealer Survey: Lighting & Effects
From Fog & Snow effects and Spotlights to Color Changers and Par Cans, today's stages and venues are brought to life with an ever-expanding variety of Lighting & Effects option.
Spin Control: DJ Interfaces & Controllers
Jog-wheels, touchstrips, knobs, backlit buttons -- there's a lot of functionality that's packed into today's controllers & interfaces that DJs bring into battle on-stage and in the studio.