Independent News Publication of artistpro Media Daily Global Reporting for the Music Products Industry Since 1879 Publisher of Musical Merchandise Review

MMR Industry Record

Music Products Industry Archive

Search and browse MMR’s music products industry reporting timeline, connecting companies, people, products, NAMM coverage and market developments across the digital archive.

14,851 matching published stories

Austrian Audio On Tour With MUSE

Muse, the iconic alt-rock band from England, is currently on tour featuring songs from their album 'Will of the People.'

RBI Music Names Dave Cywinski as Director - National Sales

RBI Music, a leading manufacturer and distributor of musical instruments and accessories, is pleased to announce the appointment of Dave Cywinski as Director - National Sales.  

Casio America, Inc. Announces the Appointment of Tomoo Kato as the New Chairman and CEO

Casio America, Inc. is proud to announce that Tomoo Kato has assumed the role of Chairman and CEO, effective immediately.

ADG: Announcing distribution of Source Audio Pedals

Audio Distribution Group has partnered with Source Audio to add this prestigious brand to their portfolio, with ADG handling exclusive distribution in the UK, Ireland, Norway, Sweden, Denmark, Iceland, Greece,…

Martin Audio WPS Makes High-octane Debut at 'Access The Festival'

Facing his third year of providing technical services for Access The Festival (ATF), the three-day EDM dance party in Warwick’s Sherbourne Park, events specialist Sound Access turned for the first…

Island Music Company Hosts Most Successful Taylor Guitar 'Find Your Fit' Event to Date

On Saturday, June 17th, Island Music Company in La Plata, MD hosted the most successful Taylor Guitar “Find Your Fit” Event to date.  

PRS Guitars Opens Applications for the 2024 Pulse Artist Class

Alfred Music Announces Exclusive Rental Library Agreement with Presser

Effective July 1, 2023, Presser will exclusively represent Alfred Music’s rental library, which includes esteemed repertoire such as Robert Shaw and Robert Russell Bennett’s The Many Moods of Christmas, classics…

Leo Scala Designs Four One-of-a-Kind Guitars for the Gibson Master Artisan Collection

The Master Artisan Collection from Gibson features the iconic instrument brand collaborating with renowned luthiers across the globe for one-of-a-kind guitar collections. Every

Shure Gear Provides Outstanding Audio For Coronation of King Charles III

In May, the world’s eyes were on the spectacular ceremony celebrated at Westminster Abbey for the coronation of King Charles III, a key moment in recent history.

Make’n Music Celebrates 50 Years in Retail with 2023 NAMM Show Milestone Award

Make’n Music, a premium boutique guitar and amplifier shop, celebrates their 50th anniversary after receiving the prestigious Milestone Award at the 2023 NAMM Show in Anaheim, Calif.

Shure Celebrates 50 Years of the SM7 with Anniversary Signature Edition SM7B

What do psych soul outfit Black Pumas and rapper-turned-gamer Logic have in common? They both rely on the Shure SM7B to connect to their fans when it counts most.

Frameworks Premiers New Elite Series Racks for Stylish Storage of Guitars and Cases

TASCAM’s Model 12 Keeps Hip-hop Beatmaker Kimchi Kriminal on the Cutting Edge

Since 2006, beatmaker/producer, Kimchi Kriminal (AKA Menco Jungerius) has been active in Hip-hop production and beat creation for a wide range of musical activities, including theatrical production, various beat tapes,…

EVH Unveils MIJ Series Signature Wolfgang

EVH announces the Signature Wolfgang®, the newest addition to the MIJ Series.

'Piano Music of Black Composers' from Hal Leonard

Hal Leonard is proud to announce the launch of the Expanding the Repertoire series which aims to bring previously unsung piano literature to students and teachers for memorable discoveries.

DPA Announces New Microphone Kits for Professional Sound Engineers

After an incredible response to its new DDK4000 Drum Microphone Kit, DPA Microphones launches several new professional sound microphone kits.

EarthQuaker Devices Announces EarthQuaker Day 2023

at downtown live music venue Musica (51 E. Market St.) for EarthQuaker’s Eve, featuring live music from Quiet Zoo, Non Bruises, and Angie Haze. EarthQuaker Day officially begins at 11am…

NAMM Launches Top 100 Dealer Awards

NAMM’s retail members are now welcome to submit their successful ideas, new innovations and best practices for the annual Top 100 Dealer Awards.

The Guitar Center Music Foundation Appoints Croshal to its Board of Directors

The Guitar Center Music Foundation(GCMF), a nonprofit organization that advances the healing, transformative power of music by granting instruments to music education and music therapy programs in need, announces further…

Yamaha DM7 Series Wins Best of Show Awards at InfoComm 2023

InfoComm is the world’s largest professional audiovisual trade show in North America, showcasing the latest in audio solutions and innovative technologies.

Public Address/Stagers Helps Séries Mania Festival Shine in Rain with CHAUVET Professional

The Séries Mania Festival created a global buzz a few years ago when it hosted the world premiere of the long-awaited Netflix series “The Rain.”

Fender Releases The Limited Edition Cory Wong Stratocaster in Two New Colors

Fender is releasing The Limited Edition Cory Wong Stratocaster® in two new colorways: Daphne Blue and Surf Green.

Godin Guitars Launches the Stadium Pro

The new Godin Stadium Pro builds upon the best features of previous Stadium models by adding several high-end treats to create an incredibly versatile guitar that excels at everything from…

Audio-Technica Appoints Matt Markgraf Strategic Partnership/Alliance Manager

Audio-Technica, a leading innovator in transducer technology for 60 years, recently announced the appointment of Matt Markgraf to the position of Strategic Partnership/Alliance Manager.

BOSS Introduces DM-101 Delay Machine

BOSS introduces the DM-101 Delay Machine, a powerful and innovative analog delay pedal for modern musicians.

UDO Unveils Super Gemini Flagship Synth

Acting as the second synthesizer in UDO’s so-called ‘Super’ series — following in the familiar footsteps of its 49-note Fatar keyboard-based Super 6 (12 VOICE POLYPHONIC BINAURAL ANALOG-HYBRID SYNTHESIZER WITH…

Samson and Hartke Launch New Websites

Samson, an industry pioneer in professional audio products, is excited to announce the launch of its newly redesigned website at samsontech.com.

Jackson and Diablo IV Release 'Jackson Diablo IV Kelly'

Jackson is excited to announce a new collaboration with Diablo® IV  inspired by the iconic video game series: the Limited Edition Jackson Diablo IV Kelly – conceived by Principal Master…

NEW NF 53 and Myles Kennedy Models Grow PRS Guitars’ Bolt-On Offerings

PRS Guitars has announced two new models that boldly expand the company’s Bolt-On Series offerings and Narrowfield pickup platform: the PRS NF 53 and the (first-ever) Myles Kennedy signature model.

Novation introduces FLkey 49 and FLkey 61 to the award-winning FLkey rang

Novation proudly announces the latest additions to their FLkey range: the FLkey 49 and FLkey 61.

Introducing Spark x You: Tattoo Series

Positive Grid brings together the worlds of tattoo art and guitar with Spark x You: Tattoo Series.

Essential Elements Band Method Now Includes Google Classroom Integration

Hal Leonard has announced that Essential Elements now includes Google Classroom integration within its online component, Essential Elements Interactive (EEi).

Parliament in Colours: Cameo Lights up Palace of Westminster

In celebration of the coronation of King Charles III on 6th May, Palace of Westminster in London was illuminated in the iconic colors of the Union Jack - red, white,…

Shure and Airtame Announce Partnership at InfoComm 2023

Shure is announcing a new partnership with Airtame, a leading provider of simple, smart, and engaging solutions for hybrid conferencing, screen sharing, and digital signage.

NAMM Foundation Opens Three Scholarship Opportunities to Support Career Growth

The NAMM Foundation is pleased to announce that three award programs are now open for application.

Gibson launches UK Demo Shop on Reverb.com

Reverb.com has announced the launch of the Gibson UK Demo Shop.

Moog & inMusic: A New Chapter of Innovation and Collaboration Begins

A Personal Letter from Moog Music President, Joe Richardson To our friends, artists, partners, collaborators, and community: It is my pleasure and privilege to bring you the exciting news that…

VSU Partners with Pearl/Adams

Pearl Corporation announces a new partnership with the Virginia State University Trojan Explosion Marching Band and VSU Percussion Studio.

Gibson Brands Announces Beth Rasnick as Chief of Staff to the CEO; Rasnick Joins Gibson Leadership Team

Gibson is proud to announce the promotion of Beth Rasnick to the role of Chief of Staff to the CEO, Gibson Brands, reporting to Cesar Gueikian.