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2026 Music Products Industry Archive

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L-Acoustics L1 and CS1 debut in the Americas on Bruno Mars’ The Romantic Tour

Clair Global deploys L1, L1D, CS1 and Source Intelligence in the first L1 stadium tour in the Americas

Cloud Microphones launches True Blue 520 preamp

Collaboration with TRUE Systems features touch-control interface, $899 price

Adj Fixtures Illuminate Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque Domes

Encore LP32IP units selected for permanent installation following successful trial

PRS Guitars unveils Custom 24 Birds of a Feather Edition

Limited Core series model features Private Stock inlay design celebrating 10th anniversary

Valentino Khan Joins Mono Music Conference 2026 Lineup

Elaine Huang, Clayton William also scheduled to speak at San Francisco event

BVS to Distribute Chauvet Brands in Argentina

Argentinian technology integration company partners with Chauvet Professional, DJ, and ChamSys.

ChamSys Powers James McKenna’s Inspired Busking On Mad Hatter’s Stage At Beyond Wonderland At The Gorge

James McKenna uses MagicQ MQ500M Stadium Console at The Gorge amphitheater.

Audient Powers Spatial Audio Innovation at Northampton

Yamaha launches DXRmk3 Series Powered Loudspeakers

New speakers feature 2,000W amplifier, Bluetooth control and DZR Series technology

Fender Appoints Christina Stejskal Chief Communications Officer

Former Dolby communications leader returns to Fender executive team

Hal Leonard Releases Beginning Guitar and Beyond Method

New book and video collection offers nearly three hours of instruction for $34.99

Fellowship Church upgrades worship audio with DiGiCo Quantum338 consoles

New front-of-house and monitor desks support large-format worship productions

Fender reveals Fender Next Class of 2026

Annual artist development program spotlights 15 guitar-led acts from around the world

Eliminator Lighting Introduces Mega Color Q18 Linear Fixture

One-meter RGBA fixture adds pixel effects, DMX personalities and sound-active operation

ADJ Appoints SalesForce & Associates as Southeast Representative

New partnership covers six states and multiple entertainment technology brands

D'Addario introduces high-density single strings for electric, classical guitars

NYXL HD, XT Dynacore HD series aim to optimize tension, clarity and intonation

Audio-Technica launches Stream Deck control app for 20 Series mics

Plug-in offers streamers instant mute, level control for USB microphones

Eastman Introduces EAS852 52nd Street Alto Saxophone

Instrument developed with saxophonist Alex Hahn features dual-neck system

Neutrik Group Americas expands distribution through DigiKey partnership

New reseller agreement expands access to Neutrik and Rean connectivity lines.

Frap Tools makes Magnolia more attractive as an 8-voice Analog Thru-zero Fm Synthesizer with firmware version 1.10 enabled enhancements

L-Acoustics K3i System Installed at FSU Ruby Diamond Concert Hall

Retractable array solves acoustic challenges for historic Florida State University venue

Composer Andy Dollerson Enhances Film Sound With Nugen Audio

Producer relies on Halo Upmix plug-in for stereo and multichannel festival mixes

D'Addario Launches Fret Cleaner & Buffer for Guitars

New product designed for easy maintenance and optimal playing performance

Martin Guitar and Shawn Mendes Introduce Two New Signature Models

Alessio Foti Named Co-CEO of Proel Alongside Giacomo Sorbi

Appointment marks start of technological and digital transformation for Italian group

Ernie Ball to acquire Source Audio, Expanding the Iconic String Maker into Premium Effects

Launch of The Plus Pedal II from Gamechanger Audio

Genelec Brings Musicality to KIO’s New Spatial Audio and Arts Lab

Babicz and Gotoh announce FCH510G guitar tremolo

The FCH510G pairs Babicz Full Contact Hardware saddle design with Gotoh’s 510 tremolo system.

Veteran Audio Engineer Dan Hallas Captures World-Class Live Sound for P.O.D., Matisyahu, and Others with AUDIX Microphones

Bat Cracks, George Jokes, and Rollercoaster Roars: Greg Murphy Leaves Nothing to Chance with Lectrosonics

Christie’s to Auction Guitars From Johnny Marr’s Personal Collection

Christie’s will auction guitars, amps and equipment from Johnny Marr’s personal collection Sept. 17 in London.

Ray Bull Enjoys Consistent Monitoring with Allen & Heath SQ-Rack

AlphaTheta CDJ-1500X DJ Multi Player

D’Addario Expands Humidipak Line with New Small Instrument Humidification Solutions

Guitar Center Drum-Off Returns to Hollywood for 2026 Finale

Bill Burr, Stephen Perkins to host event featuring rock legends at Fonda Theatre

Hal Leonard Releases Jazz-Rock Guitar Improvisation by Alex Skolnick & Dave Rubin

Blackstar Introduces Fly High Gain: The Iconic Mini Amp Platform Goes Heavy

Gibson Announces Leadership Transition; CEO Cesar Gueikian to Move into Strategic Advisor Role

Wenger Corporation Names Keith Juhola Vice President of Sales for Performing Arts and Controls