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(MMR-2026-02-TOC) Dept: TOC++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ Upfront Q&A Josh Vittek of VittekPR: Part II xxThe conclusion of our chat with Josh Vittek, founder of VittekPR, who works closely with musical instrument and pro audio companies…
Samson Distribution LLC, a leader in professional audio solutions, today announced the appointment of Ty Vaughn as Head of Product Development. In this role, Vaughn will lead the company’s product…
Yamaha is celebrating the 20th anniversary of its renowned Xeno Artist Model trumpets with a nationwide sweepstakes offering trumpet players the chance to win one of the world's most respected professional…
Martin Audio’s Polish distributor, Phono Media, has successfully deployed ADORN Series pendant speakers across a range of hospitality projects, with ACP-55T solutions installed in multiple restaurants to deliver premium audio…
The Music People today announced with deep sadness the passing of its founder and former owner, Jim Hennessey, a visionary entrepreneur whose influence helped shape the modern musica ccessories industry.Jim…
Ahead of ISE 2026, HK Audio celebrated the achievements of its international distribution partners with its annual Distributor Awards. Partners from all over the world gathered at the international distributor…
If the drum kit is a drummer’s vehicle, the snare is the steering wheel. It’s the part they actually drive. And in today’s MI market, the snare drum segment is once…
NAMM (The National Association of Music Merchants), the largest global not-for-profit music trade organization, which recently celebrated 125 years of NAMM at The 2026 NAMM Show — and home to The Museum of Making Music — is announcing an…
The 2026 edition of the NAMM Show proved to be a dynamic and engaging showcase for Pearl River Piano Group, as musicians, retailers, distributors, and influencers from around the world…
With less than a month before the UK’s biggest guitar event, The Guitar Show has revealed more details of exhibitors and artists appearing over the weekend of 28 February /1…
By Christian Wissmuller [caption id="attachment_91466" align="alignleft" width="441"] Josh Vittek[/caption] From boutique builders to global MI brands, getting the right story in front of the right audience is a constant challenge—and…
By Christian Wissmuller [caption id="attachment_91460" align="alignleft" width="1139"] Gabe Dalporto[/caption] As the MI industry continues to navigate shifting consumer expectations, omnichannel retail, and margin pressure, Guitar Center is making a deliberate…
