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Proel has appointed Gösta Hjelmqvist as country manager for Sweden. Hjelmqvist joins the company after nearly 20 years as a European export manager in the pro-audio industry. His prior work focused on PA systems, wireless microphone systems, cables and accessories. Proel said that experience gives him a broad background in the product areas the company […]
KOMCA has reversed its prohibition on AI-assisted music registration, now requiring human creators to disclose specific AI tools and contributions while imposing strict penalties for false filings.
HK Audio has appointed TR Electro Stereo as its new distribution partner for Israel. Formed in 1986 and based in Tel Aviv, TR Electro Stereo distributes sound systems, smart home and DJ equipment. Effective immediately, the company will distribute and support HK Audio’s portfolio for dealers, integrators and end users. “We’re delighted to welcome Bar, […]
SYDNEY – ChamSys is no stranger to Australia, having powered some of the nation’s most notable tours by groups like Empire of the Sun and high-profile festivals, such as Foreshore in Canberra. Now, the wildly popular series of lighting solutions has found a new home in the country as it announces that effective June 5th […]
Lighting designer Gil Perron utilizes Rogue, Maverick and COLORado units for tour stops
Music China, Asia’s largest musical instruments trade fair, will return to the Shanghai New International Expo Centre from 28–31 October 2026 with instruments, services and accessories spanning the music spectrum. “Tomorrow’s Music,” a dedicated hall spotlighting musical instrument and equipment innovation, will return following its debut last year. The 2026 edition will deepen the event’s […]
Graph Tech Guitar Labs is proud to announce the launch of Graph Tech UK, a new direct UK-based operation designed to deliver stronger service, faster product availability, and improved support for retailers, builders, and musicians across the United Kingdom. This development follows the wind-down of trading by our long-time partners JHS, whom we thank for […]
Höfner, the iconic German guitar and bass maker best known for the violin-shaped bass popularized by Paul McCartney, has filed for bankruptcy in Germany. According to court records from the Fürth District Court in Bavaria, Karl Höfner GmbH & Co. KG entered provisional insolvency proceedings on December 10, 2025, with a court-appointed insolvency administrator tasked […]
By Mike Lawson Music China’s 22nd edition wrapped up at the Shanghai New International Expo Centre after four days of business, networking, and industry exchange, running 22–25 October in Shanghai. The show floor brought together roughly 1,700 exhibitors and more than 114,000 visitors, with attendees coming from 121 countries and regions and a reported 15% […]
d&b audiotechnik North America is pleased to announce several new appointments in Canada which continue the company’s standards of offering excellent sales and support services to their valued customers and partners in the region. The company is pleased to announce that Cameron Wilkison assumes the role of managing director, d&b Canada, effectively immediately. Cameron will actively manage […]
NAMM (The National Association of Music Merchants), the largest global not-for-profit music trade organization and The NAMM Technical Excellence & Creativity (TEC) Awards have selected Billy Corgan as the recipient of the 2025 TEC Innovation Award, which will be presented to him at the 41st Annual NAMM TEC Awards on Thursday evening, January 22, 2026, during The NAMM Show […]
The 22nd edition of Music China drew to a successful close, following four days of business connections, inspiration, and exchange at the Shanghai New International Expo Centre. From 22 – 25 October, the fair united around 1,700 exhibitors with over 114,000 visitors from 121 countries and regions, representing a robust 15% year-on-year increase in international […]
In the summer of 2025, the Matterley Estate in the South Downs National Park near Winchester, England, was transformed into a fictional city with eight themed districts, over 50 hidden venues and twelve main stages. The Boomtown Festival is certainly one of the most extraordinary open-air festivals in Europe and once again impressed this year […]
Celebrations were in order for John Packer Musical Instruments, the UK-based musical instrument manufacturer, distributor and retailer, recently as the company welcomed a very special guest after its King’s Award win. The company’s Somerset base was visited by Mr Mohammed Saddiq, His Majesty’s Lord-Lieutenant of Somerset, to present a commemorative award and scroll on behalf […]
