The 2020 NAMM Show
photo by Victoria Wasylak “NAMM retailers who came to Anaheim and participated in the incredible NAMM U offerings undoubtedly came away with valuable insight, skills, and strategies for success in…
Martin Audio WPC Delivers for Sam Fender and Nub Sound
When they set out to replace their flagship PA system, West Country-based Nub Sound underwent an exhaustive process of research into all the premier league contenders, with a view to…
Fender’s ‘JammJam’
FMIC CEO Andy Mooney addresses the crowd at Friday evening’s ‘JammJam’ event in Anaheim.
The Tone Master Twin Reverb Amplifier from Fender
The Tone Master Twin Reverb amplifier models the circuitry and 85-watt power output of an original Fender Twin tube amp. Using a high-performance 200-watt digital power amp to achieve the…
Hiwatt United Reunited Worldwide
The historic British Amplifier brand, Hiwatt, and official trademarks for Hiwatt across the world – have been reunited. Managing Director, Darren Atkinson says; “It was a tough go of it…
Alpha Distribution to Acquire Amptweaker Pedal Brand
Alpha Distribution is acquiring the Amptweaker™ pedal brand, which was founded by engineering icon James Brown and his wife Phyllis. James recently accepted a position to join the EVH Amplifier…
Gibson Appoints Villanueva as Head of Custom Shop, Launches the Murphy Lab, Assigns Murphy Master Artisan
Sergio Villanueva Gibson Brands is taking Gibson Custom Shop to new highs with a renewed focused on paying tribute to its iconic past while leading the path into the future.…
Jamie Deering Appointed CEO of Deering Banjos
Greg, Jamie, and Janet Deering (photo: Heather Sali) Deering Banjo Company has announced the appointment of Jamie Deering to the position of CEO. Jamie Deering has been an integral part…
36th Annual 50 Dealer/50 State Review & Forecast
2019 Shows Promise for the Coming Years of MI Sales, Boosted by Gibson, Tagima Guitars, and Repairs, Among Other Factors ALABAMA T Shepard’s Discount Music Huntsville Tom Shepard, Owner…
Adam Hall’s MICRO 2 Series Cable Protectors
The new MICRO 2 series cable protectors from Adam Hall provides space for two cable runs and ensures even greater protection for people and cables with its newly developed 3-D…
27th Annual Dealers’ Choice Awards
MMR’s Dealers’ Choice Awards (DCAs) are singular amongst the many end-of-year accolades bestowed upon MI suppliers by both consumer magazines and websites and trade organizations. While we’re lucky here at…
Fender Vintera ‘70s Telecaster Deluxe
My 2008 (or 2007?) Alpine White FenderTelecaster Deluxe alongside 2019’sVintera Tele Deluxe in Mocha How often do you get to review an updated version of an already-beloved guitar you own?…