Korg takes on new UK-built cajon brand
Korg UK has taken on distribution of Ruach Music; (pronounced Rew-ah) a range of handmade Cajons produced in Northern Ireland. Beginning as a prototype in a garage in October 2011, Ruach…
Acoustic Centre launches own-brand
The London Acoustic Centre, part of the the London Bass Centre, one of the country’s leading bass specialists, has launched its own acoustic brand. The Acoustic Collection is a new…
POLL RESULTS: Do T&Cs put you off some brands?
For many dealers the terms and conditions and minimum stock requirements from under-pressure manufacturers can be prohibitive and sometimes unworkable within the structure of their business, casing them to turn away…
New Peavey brand head for B&M
Barnes & Mullins has recruited Mark Hedge as its new product specialist for Peavey products. Hedge brings with him a wealth of experience, having previously worked in the industry as an…
NEW POLL: Have T&Cs put you off certain brands?
This week's poll asks whether manufacturer's terms and conditions have played a part in stocking decisions. For many dealers the terms and conditions and minimum stock requirements from under-pressure manufacturers can…
US breakthrough for JHS guitar brands
JHS has made major strides internationally with its Vintage and Fret King brands, appointing a US distributor in the form of RBI Music in Texas. The firm is now the official…
Supro amp brand gaining global traction
Revived amp brand Supro, distributed in the UK by JHS, has gained a powerful new distribution ally in the US. Supro owner, Absara Audio has appointed KMC Music as the exclusive US distributor (www.suprousa.com)…
JodyJazz Completes Major Factory & Office Expansion
JodyJazz Inc announced the completion of a major expansion of its premises in Savannah, GA including additional factory space and new offices. Owing to significant growth over the past few…
Faith Guitars brand reaches Spain
The Faith acoustic guitar brand is continuing its international expansion, with Barnes & Mullins having secured its first Spanish distribution deal. The firm has struck an exclusive distribution deal with…
MI Brands Provide Experience For Grand Prize Winner Of “Win Greg Koch” Sweepstakes
Sponsored by Fishman, Premier Guitar, and Hal Leonard, the “Win Greg Koch” Sweepstakes received over 15,000 entries in eleven weeks. Grand Prize-winner Mark Mizhrai from Los Angeles was visited at home…
Go Beyond! Successful MI Retailers Establish Strong Brand Identities
According to Greek philosopher Heraclitus, “The only thing that is constant is change.” Whether you’re in the music retail business or looking at it from the consumer’s perspective, this maxim…
Yorkville Sound to Distribute Gibson Pro Audio Brands for Canada
Yorkville Sound announced that, effective June 1, 2015, they will be the exclusive Canadian distributor for all Gibson Pro Audio brands including Stanton Audio, KRK Systems, Cerwin-Vega loudspeakers, Neat Microphones,…