NAMM Partners with She Rocks to Expand the 2024 Event
The Women’s International Music Network (the WiMN) is excited to announce a new official partnership with NAMM (the National Association of Music Merchants) as the presenting sponsor of the 2024…
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2023 Music Products Industry Archive
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Sweetwater Promotes Mike Clem to CEO
Sweetwater, the world's leading music technology and instrument retailer, has announced the promotion of Mike Clem to Chief Executive Officer and President, effective September 29, 2023.
Five Star Guitars Celebrates 25th Anniversary as a Leading Music Store in Oregon
Five Star Guitars, a renowned music store in Oregon, proudly announces its 25th anniversary of providing exceptional instruments, repair services, and lessons to musicians of all levels.
KHS America B2B Dealer Portal Now Live
KHS America is excited to announce their recently launched B2B portal, providing dealers a streamlined platform with up-to-date information that can meet their business needs anytime, day or night.
Fender Shields Blender Pedal
Fender and Kevin Shields have resurrected Shields’ mythical 1970’s fuzz and injected a subversive feature set, creating the all-new Fender Shields Blender.
Gibson Custom Shop Murphy Lab Collection Unveils Five Iconic Light Aged Acoustic Guitars
Gibson has announced the launch the first set of Gibson Custom Shop Murphy Lab Acoustic Guitars.
Hercules BS020BB Ultra Compact Music Stand
Hercules Stands is proud to present the new BS020BB Ultra Compact Music Stand.
Trade Regrets: William Bartolini
William (Bill) Bartolini, renowned electronics and bass pickups innovator, has passed away at the age of 84.
Yeah Yeah Yeahs Tour Internationally with Dual dLive S5000s
New York indie rock group Yeah Yeah Yeahs are back on tour, with show dates in the U.S. and internationally following the release of their 2022 album, Cool it Down.
Pig Hog Unveils Glow-In-The-Dark Instrument Cables
First-ever Glow-In-The-Dark instrument cables from Pig Hog set a new high bar for innovation, and showcase the brand’s commitment to exceptional quality with a unique twist.
Guild Guitars Launches Kim Thayil Signature Polara Models
As part of Guild's 70th anniversary and in collaboration with Soundgarden guitarist Kim Thayil, Guild Guitars is proud to introduce the all-new Thayil x Guild range of signature S-100 Polara…
Revolutionize Your Sound with Mojotone Pedal Kits: A DIY Gear Enthusiast's Dream
Mojotone, the renowned name in crafting premium guitar and amplifier gear, is thrilled to unveil an exciting addition to their lineup: All-new pedal kits designed to energize your tone journey.
Top 100 Global Retailers Recognized by NAMM
NAMM (www.namm.org/news), the world’s largest not-for-profit music trade organization representing the $17 billion music industry, announced its list of independent music product retailers to be honored at the Top 100…
Gibson Brands Announces Promotion of Mat Koehler to Vice President of Product
Gibson is proud to announce the promotion of Mat Koehler to the role of Vice President of Product at Gibson Brands, reporting to Cesar Gueikian.
Earth, Wind & Fire Keyboard Legends Philip Bailey and Myron McKinley Choose Dexibell VIVO Digital Stage Pianos
Proel North America is excited to announce that renowned keyboardists Philip Bailey and Myron McKinley of the iconic band Earth, Wind & Fire have joined forces with Dexibell, a leading…
Trade Regrets: Betty Meyer
Betty Sue Meyer, vice president and co-founder of Meyer Music, passed away on August 23.
Stax Music Academy and Gibson Gives Announce Recipients For 2023-2024 SMA Afterschool Program
Stax Music Academy and Gibson Gives have announced the student scholarship recipients for the new SMA Afterschool Program for 2023-24.
Music & Arts Expands with New Musical Instrument & Lessons Location in Westminster, Maryland
Music & Arts announces the recent opening of a brand-new store location in Westminster, Maryland.
Lee Oskar ‘Mick Jagger’ 1st Edition Signature ‘C’ Harmonica Lands in the UK
Barnes & Mullins are pleased to introduce the new 1st Edition Mick Jagger Signature Custom Harmonica, made by Lee Oskar Harmonicas, in the popular ‘Diatonic C’ model.
Introducing the New Scarlett Solo, 2i2 and 4i4 from Focusrite
Building on the global success of the Scarlett range - the world’s best-selling audio interfaces - Focusrite proudly announces the launch of Scarlett 4th Gen.
TASCAM Joins with 'Funk Not Fight'
Today, there are too many occurrences of violence at all age levels. To help counter this disturbing trend, bass guitarist /singer-songwriter / record producer and funk innovator Bootsy Collins has…
2023 MMR Dealers' Choice Awards Nomination Process - Ends 9/18!
The nomination process for the 2023 Dealers' Choice Awards (DCAs) has now begun.
Martin Audio announces THS
Capable of 135dB peak, Martin Audio’s latest announcement, THS, is an extremely powerful point source loudspeaker which combines very high output with extended frequency response.
Cameo Presents PIXBAR G2 Series LED Bars
Cameo presents the PIXBAR G2 series. The second generation of LED bars is IP65 certified and therefore also suitable for outdoor use.
Three New Guitar FX Pedals from Colortone
Colortone is proud to announce availability of a tempting trio of new guitar pedal products — namely, LO-FI DELAY, a grainy, analogue tape-sounding, dub-style delay rebuilt from the ground up…
Jackson Introduces the Pro Series Signature Andreas Kisser SL Quadra
Jackson® launches the Pro Series Signature Andreas Kisser SL Quadra, a bold new take on the legendary Jackson Soloist™ shape.
Ocean Way Audio to Host AeroWave Listening Experience in Nashville
Ocean Way Audio is excited to announce a listening event for its groundbreaking AeroWave point-source loudspeaker system.
Celestion Debuts the New CDX14-3055 and CDX14-3045 Compression Drivers
Celestion, one of the world’s leading suppliers of professional loudspeakers and compression drivers for sound reinforcement applications, is pleased to introduce two new 1.4” exit, neodymium magnet, high frequency compression…
DMI-KLANG Heats Up IEM Mixes On Burna Boy’s Stadium Tour
With more than 19 million monthly listeners on Spotify, not to mention over 300 million streams of his song “Last Last” alone, Nigeria’s Burna Boy—née Damini Ebunoluwa Ogulu—is by all…
Maxime Chotard Lights Historical Journey in 'Le Mime et l'Étoile' with CHAUVET Professional
“We are all voyeurs to some extent when we see an intimate film,” said director Martin Scorsese.
Universal Audio Releases New Apollo Twin X USB Audio Interface
Universal Audio Inc. (UA), a worldwide leader in audio production tools including the popular Apollo and Volt audio interfaces, UAD plug-ins, and UA microphones, is proud to release Apollo Twin…
Gibson Custom Color Series Features Gibson Les Paul Standard 50s and 60s in 12 Striking Finishes
Gibson has a legacy of making world-class instruments.
Native Instruments Releases Traktor X1 MK3 DJ Controller
To kick off a series of new product releases this fall, Native Instruments has announced the new Traktor X1 MK3 DJ controller, a compact, modular controller for modern DJs who…
Yamaha Designs Children's Interactive Musical Station for New 81st Street Studio at The Metropolitan Museum of Art
Yamaha has announced its first-ever Interactive Musical Station that will be displayed at The Metropolitan Museum of Art's new 81st Street Studio, an interactive learning space for children opening on…
Erica Synths x Richie Hawtin Bullfrog Now Shipping
Erica Synths announces that its new Bullfrog electronic instrument, created in collaboration with Richie Hawtin, is now available.
Fender and the Fender Custom Shop Honors Waylon Jennings with New Signature Model, Pedal, and Accessories Collection
Fender and the Fender Custom Shop (FCS) announce the launch of the Limited Edition Waylon Jennings Telecaster®, Pedal and Accessories Collection – which include a Telecaster® case, a signature strap…
Music & Arts Expands with New Musical Instrument & Lessons Location in Rock Hill, South Carolina
Music & Arts announces the recent opening of a brand-new store location in Rock Hill, South Carolina. This is the seventh Music & Arts location in South Carolina.
Neutrik Americas Awards Master Electronics Distributor Partner of the Year
Neutrik Americas is pleased to announce it has awarded Master Electronics its 2022 Distributor Partner of the Year.
Allen & Heath's New CQ Series Speeds Up the Mix for Musicians and Engineers
Allen & Heath has unveiled its new CQ series, a trio of compact digital mixers for musicians and bands, audio engineers, home producers, small venues, and AV installers, that places…