Amahi’s Steel Tongue Drum Line
Amahi makes a foray into the non-stringed instrument market with the addition of a steel tongue drum line.
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Yamaha’s THR-II Series Amplifiers
Yamaha’s new HR-II series of amplifiers includes the THR10II, THR10II Wireless, and THR30II Wireless desktop guitar amplifiers.
Silverline Digital Amp Series from Blackstar
Blackstar’s boutique-styled Silverline Series of digital amps offer valve-like tone and response, effortless control, and the Company’s most potent DSP to date.
'Crowdfunding for Musicians' from Berklee Press
In the latest book from Berklee Press, Crowdfunding for Musicians, crowdfunding expert Laser Malena-Webber outlines how to become a successful independent artist through crowdfunding platforms.
Allen & Heath’s Avantis 96kHz Digital Mixer
Allen & Heath’s new 96kHz digital mixer, Avantis, is the third to be based on the company's XCVI FPGA engine.
New iRig Microphones from IK Multimedia
The iRig Mic Cast 2 and iRig Mic Cast HD microphones from IK Multimedia offer featherweight, pocket-sized portability and crystal-clear voice recording using an iPad, iPhone or Android device.
The RockBoard Power Ace 25
The RockBoard Power Ace 25 is a high-powered DC power adapter for feeding your power-hungry effects pedals the current they need. Equipped with multi-regional plug adapters and a switching design,…
Vandoren’s Profile Mouthpieces
Vandoren’s new Profile mouthpiece for classical saxophone is currently available in a single facing for soprano (SP3) and alto saxophone (AP3).
MasterTint Open Stock Tints from GluBoost
MasterTint Open Stock Tints from GluBoost offer complete, spot-on color control for all repairs and restorations.
Godlyke’s Maxon 40th Anniversary OD808-40K Overdrive Pedal
Godlyke, Inc. has released the limited-edition Maxon 40th Anniversary OD808-40K Keeley-modified Overdrive pedal. Originally released in 1979, the Maxon OD808 Overdrive was designed to emulate the warm, natural sound of…
Nano Operation Overlord Pedal from Electro-Harmonix
The Nano Operation Overlord pedal from Electro-Harmonix is a nano-sized version of the Operation Overlord with the same great overdrive and distortion tones, but in mono for those who don’t require…
The 5-String Ray Ross Bass Bridge
Inventor Aaron Ross and AP International have released a 5-string version of the acclaimed Ray Ross Bass Bridge featuring his proprietary saddle-less tone pin design.
TP614 Professional Silver Plated Trumpet from RS Berkeley
The TP614 Professional Silver Plated Trumpet from RS Berkeley is a B♭ trumpet with double bracing, two water keys, and Monel valves.
The HOB6449WJG Oboe from Hunter Musical Instruments
Hunter’s HOB6449WJG Oboe is designed for professional oboists.
‘We Must Be Doing Something Right!’Dale Krevens of Tech 21 Discusses the Company’s First 30 Years
Vice president Dale Krevens has worked alongside lead designer and company president Andrew Barta since the very beginning. She recently sat down with MMR to discuss the genesis and evolution…
18th Annual Music China Largest Yet
The 2019 Music China gathering was the biggest event of its kind yet. 2,414 MI vendors occupied 13 exhibition halls on the fairground in the Shanghai New International Expo Centre,…
A Show of Hands: Hand Percussion Sales in 2019
Hand percussion instruments: they’re relatively compact (usually), entry-level models are some of the most accessible instruments out there, the learning curve and gentle and forgiving, and whenever Santana has a…
Korg B2 Digital Piano
The Korg B2 Digital Piano is all about comfort, feel and quality sound. By tailoring the B2 towards individual practice and intimate, un-amped performances, Korg has prioritized the simple enjoyment…
Electro-Harmonix Attack Decay Tape Reverse Simulator
At first glance, the Attack Decay Tape Reverse Simulator might appear to be something of a novelty pedal, recreating a psychedelic studio trick.
One-Way Street to Success: Mantova’s Two Street Music
At Mantova’s Two-Street Music, order takers aren’t allowed: only salespeople. It’s an important distinction to the Eureka, California-based music business, currently run by brothers Anthony and Nick Mantova, but that…
Hate Meetings? Try Facilitating
Hypothetical: Repair believes that Sales is making promises to customers that are impossible to keep – like the time it takes to repair an instrument. Sales believes that repair is…
‘People Don’t Seem to be Shopping or Buying:’ The Cymbal Market Struggles (for Many)
A gloomy take on this market segment, but with nearly 60 percent (56.1%) of participants in this month’s dealer survey reporting a downwards trend for sales, Struble’s assessment – while…
Christmas is Coming and We Should Have Some Toys in the Attic
What does every guitar player want for Christmas? Another guitar, of course. The formula works for any instrument, year after year. But there are some more whimsical representations of what…
Looking Forward Through the Rearview Mirror: Ken Burns and 'Abbey Road'
The buzz on the streets right now is about the Ken Burns documentary “Country Music.” Also, any interest or excitement around the release of the 50th anniversary of The Beatles’…
Local Music on Life Support… Still
“Across the pond,” Insure4Music recently reported that, over the past two years, on average one small music venue has closed each month in the United Kingdom. Further, it is believed…
House of Drums: Riley, Landenburg, and Others to Attend New Community Event at Musikmesse
The international drumming scene has a new meeting place: the ‘Home of Drums’ will be celebrating its launch at the Frankfurt Fair and Exhibition Centre on Musikmesse’s public open days…
Manhasset Stands Acquires Monarch Specialties
Manhasset Stands of Yakima, Washgington announces the acquisition of the assets of Monarch Specialties, manufacturer of injection molded pencil clip holders.
GC Appoints Balwada as Sr. VP, CTO
Guitar Center (GC) announces the appointment of Ravi Balwada to the position Senior Vice President, Chief Technology Officer.
Nights Of The Jack Halloween Experience Brought To Life By ADJ IP65 Fixtures
Over 200 of ADJ’s 12P HEX IP IP65-rated wash fixtures, as well as a host of ADJ atmospheric effect units, are currently being used to bring to life the Nights…
Sweetwater Receives Newsweek Award
For the second consecutive year, Sweetwater ranks first in the country in Newsweek’s annual list of America’s Best Companies for Customer Service in Musical Equipment (Online).
XCPH Company Calls on CHAUVET Professional for du Tour Vibration
This year, in a bold departure from precedent, Perrey scaled back the role of LED video walls that had dominated his previous designs in favor of a more lighting-oriented rig…
PMC Launches 25th Anniversary Year at Annual January Meeting
The PMC welcomes all industry professionals to attend the annual percussion industry’s meeting as it launches its 25th anniversary celebration year and three new market development growth initiatives.
Martin Audio Succeeds with Season-Long MLA Compact Deployment
When the magnificent summer long Foynhagen Festival in Norway adopted Martin Audio’s MLA Compact PA last year, the complaints the event had experienced after experimenting with different systems over the…
NAfME Announces Protzman as 2019 George Parks Award Winner
The National Association for Music Education (NAfME) announced that Edward F. Protzman, Director of Bands at William Mason High School in Mason, Ohio, is the recipient of the 2019 George N.…
Luck of the Irish Thrives with Allen & Heath
It may be widely known for its Germanic roots and mass celebration of beer, bowling, and bratwurst, but this town is also the site of Irish Fest—the world’s largest celebration…
J&J Gives Mirano Brussels New Looks With CHAUVET Professional
There's no better way to tap into the pulse of a city than to delve into its nightlife. As many night owls in Brussels will attest, the Mirano club has…
Yamaha Names Ramirez as Marketing Specialist for Winds & Strings
Yamaha Corporation of America has announced that Dale Ramirez has joined the company as the marketing specialist for its Winds & Strings department.
Wilkinson Sets Timeless Mood at Enterprise Vision Awards with CHAUVET Professional
Ollie Wilkinson of ArranPaul Audio and Lighting Design took full advantage of this recently when he lit the 2019 Enterprise Vision Awards at the century and a half old ballroom…
Time Out Market Optimizes Coverage and Sound Quality with Martin Audio
earNETWORKS has recently designed sound systems for the newly opened Time Out Markets in Miami, New York, and Boston consisting of Martin Audio CDD, SX subs, O-Line arrays and Ceiling…
Buena's Park's Thanksgiving Church Chooses dBTechnologies
Solid Sound Solutions recently brought sonic upgrades to Buena Park, California’s Thanksgiving Church using 24 dBTechnologies VIO L208 loudspeakers, VIO 218 subwoofers, and full-range, horn-loaded Ingenia IG1T and IG2T enclosures.