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In July-2019, Gibson re-launched its philanthropic armGibson Gives -- and upon its two-year anniversary, Gibson Gives is proud to announce it has raised over $2.5 million dollars worldwide…
Acoustic and studio construction specialist Studio Float (a Pro Audio Design Inc. brand) has announced a range of entirely new vibration isolation products called IsoRafts, making their debut…
At the recent NAMM Board of Directors meeting, the NAMM Board elected a new Executive Committee to continue the organization’s legacy of service to the industry at-large.
One year ago, Legendary Audio officially unveiled its Gold Channel, a fully-analog portable channel strip for vocalists capturing the tonal magic of an iconic microphone paired with a…
MMR’s July 2021 New Products section included a variety of accessory items, pro audio items, fretted instruments, drums & percussion items, print & digital products and cases &…
Jimi Asked the Right Question: ‘Are You Experienced?’ Before we delve into Jimi Hendrix, let’s start with our own question. As business entrepreneurs, has there ever been a…
On June 28, at the annual NAMM Board of Directors meeting, Joe Lamond, NAMM president and CEO, shared his intention to step down as the leader of the…
It is with great sadness that KORG USA (KUSA) shares the news of the passing of a true legend, Tom Imparato, KUSA’s National Service and Facilities Manager.
After several years of planning and a recently completed remodel and transformation of its physical space, NAMM’s Museum of Making Music officially celebrated its grand reopening to the public on…
C.F. Martin & Co. has announced that Thomas Ripsam has been appointed the company’s new chief executive officer. Effective June 14, 2021, Mr. Ripsam succeeds longtime chairman and CEO,…
At the time of this writing, the U.S. Fish and Wildlife services has advised that on July 1, 2021, a wide range of imported musical instruments, including drums,…
Having been singing most of her life, L E A was destined to pursue a career in music.
50 Years of Innovation and Commitment to Customer Service In its first half-century, New Mexico-based Lectrosonics has firmly established itself as a go-to brand for the music, theater…
I was introduced to the artist Guido van Helten’s artwork in the oddest way. I was in Nashville and went for breakfast at The Frothy Monkey. This quaint…
So just like that, the CDC has announced that people who are fully vaccinated can take off their masks in most situations. Overall, this is really great news.…
NAMM is pleased to announce the list of enterprising and resilient music product retailers to be honored at the organization's Top 100 Dealer Awards.
GluBoost Fill n’ Finish is a perfect option for pore filling.
On May 18, NAMM's Dan Del Fiorentino sent the following message: Joan White passed away on Friday, ending a very special musical era in Muncie, Indiana.
On May 16, NAMM's Dan Del Fiorentino shared the following sad news: Mudge Miller’s family informed us that Mudge passed away yesterday. He was 86 years old.
Sam Ash Music, on behalf of Bernice Ash, is donating over $22,000 worth of musical instruments to the Hempstead, New York school district.
After several years of planning and a recently completed remodel and transformation of its physical space, NAMM’s Museum of Making Music will celebrate its grand reopening to the…
Arne Duncan, former U.S. Secretary of Education and current managing partner at Emerson Collective, will kick off NAMM’s Virtual Advocacy Summit with a discussion about leading change—and leadership…
On May 10, we received the following from NAMM's Dan Del Fiorentino: Music industry veteran Larry Peyser passed away on April 25. He was 100 years old.
Shure’s iconic SM58® Vocal Microphone, the most photographed and recognized microphone in the world, has its own day to celebrate – May 8 (5/8).
