Moody’s Revises GC’s Outlook to Negative, S&P Global Downgrades Ratings
On April 12, Moody’s Investors Service revised the outlook on its B2 rating on Guitar Center (GC) to negative, suggesting it could downgrade that rating further into junk territory in…
Martin reveals new Sheeran signature model
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CHAUVET Lights Up Eric Clapton Performances
As Eric Clapton returns to the stage for a limited series of concerts, 39 CHAUVET Professional Nexus panels provided an engaging light and video design for his opening show on…
Tone Tech takes on Sever parts range
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Kickstarter Launched for New Loog Pro and Loog Mini Guitars
Loog Guitars has launched a Kickstarter campaign for the new Loog Pro and Loog Mini Models. Pre-orders for both models will be available exclusively through kickstarter. The Loog Mini was created…
Peavey Sponsors First Annual Decibel Metal & Beer Fest
Peavey Electronics co-sponsored the first annual Decibel Metal & Beer Fest this past weekend. The event, presented by Unibroue brewery at the Fillmore in Philadelphia, took place on April 22…
Evans and Promark by D’Addario Announce BYOS Tour Dates
Evans and Promark by D’Addario have announced the dates for BYOS’ clinician tour taking place across the United States at participating Guitar Center locations. BYOS (Bring Your Own Style) consists of…
D’Addario Announces Third Season of “Guitar Power”
D’Addario has announced that the third season of “Guitar Power” will premiere Tuesday, April 18 with new host Dweezil Zappa, exclusively with Ultimate-Guitar.com. Guitar Power is the first flagship series…
Korg Names Witt Product Marketing Manager
Korg USA has created a new position to aid in the marketing and product development for their growing line of guitar brands. Corey Witt, a seasoned marketing professional and previous…
Music Shipping adds strap brand
The Music Shipping Company (MSC) has taken on UK distribution of strap brand Leathergraft. Established in 1979, and still manufactured in the UK, Leathergraft produces a range of leather, fabric and webbing straps for guitar, bass, ukulele…
40 years of Boss history
MMR recently chatted with Boss/Roland US guitar product manager Jeff Slingluff to get the skinny on Boss’ compact pedals’ 40th anniversary and why players and dealers, alike, continue to embrace the products. Where it…
RS Guitars’ Founder Receives Honorary Doctorate from Washington College
Paul Reed Smith, the founder and managing general partner of PRS Guitars, has received an Honorary Doctorate of Public Service from Maryland’s Washington College. Washington College president Sheila Bair presented…