MOD Kits DIY Pre-Wired Assemblies
MOD™ Kits DIY announced the introduction of their new product line for guitar modification – Pre-Wired Assemblies. Used to upgrade your existing guitar electronics, MOD pre-wired assemblies can enhance a…
The Last Word
Guitar Heroes – Where Are They? I recently posted an item on MMR's website (also in the June issue's UpFront section) about a psychological study conducted at the Université…
Tribute to MMR Publisher Sidney Davis
It came as no surprise when Sidney Davis’ inbox quickly was bursting at the “virtual” seams with messages from retailers and suppliers, following the announcement of his retirement. Below is…
The Fret Shop
WHAT:The Fret Shop WHO: Mark Torstenson, Owner WHERE: Huntsville,Alabama WHEN FOUNDED: 1979 At home: Married to Lucia Cape; two kids: Evelyn, 6, and Julian, 4. On the way to that…
Soft Cases Make for Hard Sales
There’s no doubt that soft cases have gotten better and more affordable,” says SKB’s Dave Sanderson. There are instrument bags – “essentially dust covers,” as Arriba’s Scott Davies calls them.…
Owensboro Music Center Turns 40
"How’s it goin’, friend?” Hank Starks chimes to a trio of folks entering his music store. Soon more arrive, trigging more salutations. But it’s 5:50 p.m. on a Monday. Ten…
Notable New Products for Fretted Gear in 2013
RS Custom 64 Supreme Guitar Nashville’s Custom Red Special Guitars are handcrafted using the same designs used to build the ‘60s models they reproduce. The 64 Supreme is built using…
Notable New Products for Fretted Gear in 2013
RS Custom 64 Supreme Guitar Nashville’s Custom Red Special Guitars are handcrafted using the same designs used to build the ‘60s models they reproduce. The 64 Supreme is built using…
Benedetto Guitars Celebrates 45 Years
Founded in 1968 by American luthier Robert Benedetto, Benedetto Guitars, Inc.of Savannah, Georgia is celebrating 2013 as their 45th Anniversary. The small but internationally renowned company builds some of the…