Dissention in the Ranks: Acoustic Guitar Strings
Possibly the one and only thing this month’s dealer survey (sent out to over 300 MI retailers) made clear is this: if you want to start a fight between two…
Defining the Classic Capo: Kyser at 40
If Kyser Capos founder Milton Kyser were alive to see his company turn 40 years old, he’d be beaming with pride and handing out his anniversary edition capos to everyone…
The Inheritance Taboo
Let’s say you’re 50-plus. Your parents are 80-plus. You’re concerned about your parents’ financial health and curious about any potential inheritance. So, you pop a money question, and then you’re…
Designed to be Different: South Carolina’s Musical Innovations celebrates 10 years of serving music schools
When it comes to serving schools, Musical Innovations of Greenville, South Carolina is grooming a reputation that’s potentially unmatched. The store recently toasted to 10 years in operation, with owner…
Smoke Signals: Fifth Beatles and FINNEAS
Although you may be late to the “What’s Hip Now” party, I’m assuming by now you know about Billie Eilish. If not, get “Googling,” or at least turn on the…
The Kids Are All Right
In my May 2019 editorial, I wrote the following: “Are you familiar with Billie Eilish? If not, don’t feel too bad. While millions of high-schoolers consider the singer/ songwriter to…
Shootout in the Parking Lot
Parking and retail have always been closely linked issues. Unless you live in a city like Manhattan or San Francisco, customers usually drive to go shopping, and it’s nice to…
AES Welcomes Lorbecki as Treasurer
Audio Engineering Society President Agnieszka Roginska has announced that Glenn Lorbecki has agreed to serve as the Society’s Treasurer, effective February 16. “Glenn Lorbecki has steadfastly served the AES on…
St. Joseph’s Chapel Revamps with Martin Audio CDD
Old Barn Audio (OBA) recently turned to Martin Audio’s CDD series to overcome a challenging situation at the refurbished St. Joseph’s College Chapel in Ipswich, UK. The majestic Ipswich chapel, forced to close…
Music & Arts Partners With Keep Music Alive To Offer Free ‘Teach Music Week’ Events
Music & Arts has partnered with the non-profit Keep Music Alive to offer a series of free, weekend music events across the U.S., in celebration of the sixth annual international…
Gig Gear Expands European Distribution in Germany, Austria with Pro Audio-Technik
Gig Gear LLC — manufacturer of accessories designed for audio, live event and entertainment production professionals — has named Pro Audio-Technik its exclusive distributor in Germany and Austria, effective immediately.…
Ibanez’s PIA guitars and AZ2204B Model
Ibanez’s new Steve Vai signature model is the PIA, which features a new “Petal grip.” The Rosewood fretboard is inlayed with an original design called the “PIA Blossom,” envisioned and…