Roundtable: PA Speakers
Live sound doesn't happen without powerful PA speakers. These units make speech and music audible across a large area and help animate sports stadiums, concert halls, and facilities.
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2024 Music Products Industry Archive
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'The Store that Ate Your Brain' - Rochester, NY's House of Guitars
MMR publisher Mike Lawson profiles Rochester, New York's legendary House of Guitars - aka "The Great, Great House of Guitars" and "the store that ate my brain."
Proel North America Announces Fred Dinkins, Renowned Drummer and Educator, as Tamburo Drums Artist
Proel North America is thrilled to announce Fred Dinkins as an official artist-endorser of Tamburo drums.
JHS Announce New Sales Team
Whilst on the front lines and acting as the bridge between the company and potential buyers, all members of the new 2024 JHS Sales Team are highly experienced individuals, specialising…
Gibson Slash 'Jessica' Les Paul Standard
With a partnership that has lasted over three decades, the iconic, GRAMMY®-winning guitarist and songwriter Slash, and Gibson luthiers have teamed up to create one of his favorite stage guitars…
Spector Launches Woodstock Custom Collection Volume II
d Woodstock Custom Collection with the Volume II series – a breathtaking series of 12 handcrafted, one-of-a-kind bass guitars, each one masterfully designed by members of the Spector team.
AUDIX Provides Mics for Massive South by Southwest Showcase Promoting Music Education
AUDIX, the renowned maker of microphones for live music and studio recording, was proud to provide microphones and backline support for Take Action x SXSW presented by Give A Note…
New Choral Music Release from Excelcia Music Publishing Features Songs From Powerhouse Composers & Arrangers
Excelcia Music Publishing is excited to announce the release of over 30 new choral pieces with a full range of voicings and styles, including songs for holiday, festival, spring concerts,…
Shure Introduces a Major Refresh to Beloved MV7
Shure has announced the evolution of its hybrid XLR/USB dynamic microphone with the launch of the MV7+ Podcast Microphone.
The Music People Appoints Ana Dobrian to Key Account Manager Role
The Music People, a leader in MI and Pro AVL equipment, is pleased to appoint Ana Dobrian to the title of Key Account Manager. Effective as April 1st, Dobrian will…
Riedel Powers Unique Live Music Implementation for Ongoing Coldplay Tour
Riedel Communications has announced that Mission Control Ltd., a specialist in delivering global RF coordination and licensing solutions, is using Riedel Bolero wireless intercom system, an Artist-1024 node, and 1200…
Genelec Puts Austrian Football Fans at the Heart of the Action at Raiffeisen Arena
Currently riding high in the Bundesliga – the top tier of Austrian football – Linzer Athletik-Sport-Klub (LASK) recently relocated to Linz’s futuristic new Raiffeisen Arena.
Fender Announces Lincoln Brewster Signature Stratocaster
Fender is thrilled to introduce the Lincoln Brewster Artist Signature Stratocaster®, a guitar paying homage to the soulful and dynamic playing style of the worship musician Lincoln Brewster.
German Artist Ron Flieger Takes His Studio on the Road With KRK GoAux
German multi-disciplinary creative director, artist, and digital consultant Ron Flieger combines his love for visuals, fashion, technology, and music in his daily life.
Lectrosonics Appoints Jamie Criswell as Northeast U.S. Sales and Market Development Representative and Ethan Dayton as Technical Services Manager
Lectrosonics, the renowned manufacturer of world class wireless systems for broadcast, film, music, location sound, houses of worship, live sound and theatrical applications, is very pleased to announce the appointments…
The MIDI Association and NAMM Announce MIDI In Music Education Initiative
The MIDI Association and the NAMM Foundation have announced a year-long fundraising campaign to support the MIDI In Music Education initiative.
SABIAN Introduces 22” HHX BFMWORLD Ride
SABIAN is proud to announce the release of the 22” HHX BFM World Ride cymbal.
C.F. Martin & Co. Welcomes New Strings Business Leader
C.F. Martin & Co. has announced\that Brian Hall has joined the company as Senior Director – Strings Business Segment Leader, filling a newly created position and signaling the company’s renewed…
Gibson SJ-200, J-45, and Hummingbird Standards in Rosewood
Founded in 1894 and headquartered in Nashville, with a premier acoustic craftory in Bozeman, Montana, Gibson continues a legacy of world-class artisanship, legendary music partnerships, and progressive product innovations that are unrivaled.
IDLES Upgrade to Martin Audio WPL for European Arena Tour
When IDLES embarked on their 2024 Love Is The Fing European tour, their production included a large complement of Martin Audio’s Wavefront Precision line array elements for the main PA.
Roland's Most Extensive Update Yet to the SP-404MKII
Roland's SP-404MKII Sampler is getting a major boost with its new firmware update, version 4.04, in celebration of 404 day!
Keeley Electronics launches Mk3 Driver - Andy Timmons Full Range Overdrive
Your eyes are not deceiving you! This incredible overdrive used to go by another playful bard-esque name.
Ashly Welcomes Jay Blout, National Sales Manager - Retail
Ashly Audio announces the appointment of Jay Blout as the new national sales manager - retail.
‘We Create Musicians’: Maxwell’s House of Music is Having a Banner Year in 2024
Two awards from the 2024 NAMM Show – including “Dealer of the Year – are just some of the most recent accolades being bestowed upon Jeffersonville, Indiana’s beloved Maxwell’s House…
Light Up the Night! -- Sales of Lighting & Stage Effects Remain Stable Post-Pandemic
When we polled MI retailers on the state of the Lighting & Stage Effect market segment back in fall of 2021, things were still – understandably – massively impacted by…
The Differentiation Factor: Music History -- A Million-Dollar Idea
It was Bill Haley’s “Rock Around the Clock” in 1954 that broke the pre-internet “internet,” but can you explain the unusual ticking sound that you hear in the song?
Spin Control: DJ Interfaces & Controllers
“He just turns up with his memory stick and pretends he's doing something and goes away with a huge amount of money,” said Iron Maiden frontman Bruce Dickenson of today’s…
Many Happy Returns? For Customers, Yes; For MI Businesses, Not so Much: In-kind Donation Can Ease the Burden of Returns on Warehouses and Make Beautiful music
U.S. retail sales during the 2023 holidays rose 3.1 percent over last year, according to figures from Mastercard – which isn’t bad considering consumers are still feeling the pinch of inflation.
Music As an Avenue Towards Community Building: Making Your Retail Business ‘The Right Place’
“Most marketers have heard the term ‘community building’ at some point in the recent past,” began an article from last summer in an issue of Rolling Stone.
Trade Regrets: Glenn DePue, 30-Year Yamaha Exec
Glenn DePue, who distinguished himself as a highly successful executive throughout his remarkable 30-year career with Yamaha Corporation of America, passed away peacefully in his sleep on Wednesday, April 3,…
Now Shipping: Radial Catapult Rack TX & RX Audio Over Cat 5 Units
Radial Engineering announces shipping availability of its new Catapult Rack TX and Catapult Rack RX.
Play Drums Wants to Help Your Store Celebrate International Drum Month
Drive traffic and build new customer relationships with the Lesson with a Master giveaway. Your store can share and promote the free Lesson with a Master Drummer giveaway to help…
Exertis|JAM Bolsters Its Commitment to Latin America with Strategic Business Expansion and New Hire
In a strategic move to amplify its presence and impact in the Latin American market, Exertis|JAM (JAM), is excited to announce a significant expansion of its business activities in the…
DPA Microphones Enhance Immersive Live Performances at Las Vegas' Resorts World Theatre
While spatial audio was taking over the recording industry, the Resorts World Theatre in Las Vegas—an immersive 5,000-capacity concert and entertainment venue—introduced it to the live music scene as well.
Avid Appoints Wellford Dillard as Chief Executive Officer
Avid®, a leading technology provider that powers the Media & Entertainment industry, has announced that it has appointed Wellford Dillard as the organization’s next Chief Executive Officer (CEO).
VocoPro Announces Two New Wireless Headphone Packages for Educators
For educators looking to enhance the learning experience, audio leader VocoPro has announced two new, affordable wireless headphone packages.
Córdoba Introduces Stage Black Burst Acoustic-Electric Guitar
Córdoba Guitars is proud to debut its latest addition to the popular Stage platform, the Stage Black Burst.
ADJ Fixtures Shine At UK’s Lakefest
Established in 2012, Lakefest has grown rapidly to become firmly established within the UK’s boutique festival scene. With a clear family focus, it features artists performing a wide variety of…
BASSBOSS Loudspeakers Now Streamlined for Installation via D-Tools
BASSBOSS, a leading brand in high performance loudspeakers, is excited to announce their integration with D-Tools, the premier systems integration project management software.
Yamaha Corporation of America (YCA) Announces Sales Leadership Changes for the Yamaha Commercial Audio and NEXO Sales Team
After a distinguished 30+ year career at Yamaha, Mr. Paul Furtkamp will retire as of July 1, 2024.