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Neutrik Americas Announces Manfrini as Technology Business Manager for Latin America
Neutrik Americas is pleased to announce the appointment of Fernando Manfrini to the position of Technology Business Manager for Latin America.
Korg USA Inc. Appointed Exclusive U.S. Distributor for Audient
Korg USA Inc. announces that it has been appointed the exclusive U.S. distributor of Audient products, effective as of September 1, 2023.
Gator Launches New Bags for Storing and Transporting Audio Cables
Gator Cases is thrilled to introduce two new additions to their line of gig bags, each designed for storing and transporting a variety of audio and connector cables.
Fender Launches Limited Edition Mike Kerr Jaguar Bass
Over the course of three chart-topping studio albums, Royal Blood have had a seismic impact on the UK music scene, with bassist and frontman Mike Kerr inspiring a generation of…
Blaze Audio Introduces the Constant Directivity Device (CDD) Series Loudspeakers
Blaze Audio, a manufacturer of professional audio solutions for the commercial and performance install markets, is pleased to introduce the Constant Directivity Device (CDD) Series loudspeakers.
The Panhandle House Celebrates the Grand Opening of its New Studio B Mix Room with Two PhantomFocus™ PFM HD-1000 Master Reference Monitor Systems
Denton, Texas’s Panhandle House studio owners Erik and Marc Herbst have recently completed their in-house-designed and -built Studio B by having Carl Tatz Design (CTD®) commission two PhantomFocus PFM HD-1000…
Donner Essential B1 Bass Synthesizer Major Firmware Update
Chinese musical instrument manufacturer Donner has announced the release of the latest firmware update, V1.1.0, for the Essential B1 Bass Synthesizer, their first analog bassline synthesizer with sequencer.
TAD 30th Anniversary Speaker - made in the UK by Celestion
The Tube Amp Doctor turns 30! For the 30th anniversary Celestion gives us a guitar speaker that belongs to the G12H family - and is made in England.
Guild Adds New Standard Series to USA Production
Since the 1950’s the Guild name has been synonymous with premium acoustic guitars that embody a rich heritage of USA-made craftsmanship.
Royer Labs Announces the FlexBar Dual Microphone Utility Bar
Royer Labs announces the FlexBar Dual Microphone Utility Bar, a versatile, multi-purpose microphone positioning tool designed to hold two microphones in a variety of configurations.
22live Sets Out its Stall as Australian Pink Floyd Hit Winning Formula with Martin Audio
Last Autumn Martin Audio partner, 22live, completed its first full production tour, with arguably the greatest cover band on the road today.
BASSBOSS MK3 Arriving Now
BASSBOSS is proud to announce that the much anticipated MK3 series is now arriving to dealers nationwide.
Osceola County School for the Arts’ Jazz Band Turns to MXL Microphones for Musical Performances, Recordings, and More
A premiere public arts school in the greater Orlando area and a US News & World Reports top ranked high school, Osceola County School for the Arts (OSCA) has a…
Alfred Music to Be Exclusive Distributor of Tyler S. Grant Music Works, LLC
Alfred Music has annoucned that they have signed an exclusive distribution agreement with Tyler S. Grant Music Works, LLC.
Avid Technology Enters into Definitive Agreement to Be Acquired by an Affiliate of STG for $1.4 Billion
Avid® (NASDAQ: AVID), a leading technology provider that powers the media and entertainment industry, recently announced that it has entered into a definitive agreement to be acquired by an affiliate…
Rousseau Mouthpieces Appoints St. Louis Music as Exclusive Distributor for USA & Canada
Rousseau Mouthpieces has announced the appointment of St. Louis Music as its exclusive distributor for the USA and Canada.
Hal Leonard Introduces ChoralMix: Multi-Track, Mixable Audio with Digital Score that Directors Can Share with Their Choir
Imagine a world where choir members can hear their isolated part, customize the mix of voices, and then practice along with professionally-recorded vocal tracks to learn their part with a synchronized digital…
Simmons Expands Titan Series with New Flagship Titan 70 Electronic Drum Kit
Simmons announces the Titan 70 electronic drum kit, the newest addition and flagship product of its Titan range.
Australian Women’s World Cup Fest Lit by dplr with CHAUVET Professional from Showtools Internationa
Tumbalong Park, a beautiful 5-hectare (12-acre) respite of green in the center of Darling Harbour, derives its name from the Dharug language spoken by the Eora people.
Nita Strauss + Levy's: The Call of the Void
Levy’s Music Accessories is proud to announce Nita Strauss’s newest signature guitar strap, designed to commemorate her highly anticipated studio solo album titled “The Call of the Void” (Sumerian Records,…
Leadership Styles
Whether we like it or not, as owners and managers, department heads and/or music teachers, our manner and style of leadership greatly determines its effectiveness.
What Does ‘Back to School’ Mean for MI Retail in 2023?: Music Dealers Sound Off on the Changing Nature of Doing Business With Student Players
Long a crucial time of year that contributes significantly to the annual sales of MI retailers, the nature of “Back to School season” has changed significantly with the ever-increasing reach…
Keeping Time with Denver’s Rupp’s Drums
In late October of last year, Alex Simpson, owner of independent drum retailer Rupp’s Drums, closed on the purchase of 2045 S Holly St. in Denver, the property the MI…
Succeed by Going Above and Beyond
This issue of MMR – much like many August (sometimes July!) editions in my tenure with the magazine – focuses on the relationship between MI retailers and suppliers with area…
The Real ‘Influencers’: Tapping Into the Purchasing Power of Music Educators
Surely all readers of MMR – reps for MI brands, individual retailers, administrators – recognize that young and new music students are a key engine driving our industry.
Juanes Signature Stratocaster & Accessories Collection
Fender Musical Instruments Corporation (FMIC) announces the launch of the Juanes Stratocaster® guitar, a collaboration with multi-Grammy and Latin Grammy® award-winning singer, songwriter, guitarist and philanthropist, Juanes.
Pure Tone Technologies Launches Hi-Fi Mono 1/4” Plug
Pure Tone Technologies and AP International Music Supply, creators of the renowned Pure Tone multi-contact output jack, are pleased to announce their new PTT8 H-Fi male 1/4" mono plug for…
Gibson Miranda Lambert Bluebird
Gibson has shaped sound across generations and genres of music, becoming one of the most relevant, played, and loved guitar brands around the world.
EHX Pico Platform Compressor/Limiter
Hot on the heels of the release of the EHX Pico POG, Electro-Harmonix enters the next Pico-sized powerhouse into their pedal lineup with the Pico Platform Compressor / Limiter.
Genelec Monitors Help Create State-of-the-art Recording Space in Downtown Dubai
The latest addition to the glamourous area of Downtown Dubai is Soul Sound Music Art Production, a new recording facility that has been created to be the go-to space for…
Rapier Launches the Saffire Bass
The new 4 string short-scale Rapier™ Saffire Bass is the latest addition to the successful series by legendary UK guitar builder and designer Alan Entwistle, based on the original iconic…
Allen & Heath AHM at Heart of Staring Lake Amphitheatre Upgrade
Staring Lake Amphiteatre is a 400-seat outdoor performance space in Eden Prairie, MN.
Gibson Garage London - The Ultimate Guitar Experience - To Open in Historic London, Early 2024
Gibson has shaped sound across generations and genres of music, becoming one of the most relevant, played, and loved guitar brands around the world.
Fort Bend Music Center Names Brumit General Manager
Fort Bend Music Center, a full-service music products retailer headquartered in Stafford, Texas, announced that Michael Brumit has joined the company as general manager.
MIC Announces 2023 Masterbuilt and Custom Shop Collections from Fender, Jackson, Charvel, and Gretsch
Fender Musical Instruments Corporation (FMIC) – alongside the Fender Custom Shop, the Jackson Custom Shop, the Charvel Custom Shop and the Gretsch Custom Shop – announces the launch of their…
Coming in the September 2023 issue of MMR!
The September issue of MMR shines the spotlight on Fretted Instruments and how to best prepare for the vitally important Holiday Sales Season!
New Pro Series Mic Stands and Adaptive Multi-Mount from Hercules
Hercules Stands, a leading provider of high-quality musical accessories, is thrilled to announce the launch of its Pro Series Microphone Stands and Adaptive Series Multi-Mount.
Roland Lifestyle to Auction One-of-One 808 Day 2023 Custom BMX Bike
To celebrate 808 Day 2023, Roland is partnering with Roland Lifestyle and 1500 Sound Academy to auction off a one-of-one 808 BMX Bike.