Spector Introduces New Nickel-Round-Wound Electric Bass Strings
Spector Musical Instruments announces a new line of electric bass strings. Available in four-, five- and six-string sets, these nickel-round-wound long-scale strings, made in the USA, are well suited to…
Framus Custom Shop WH-1 Signature 6-String Special Bionic Snake
The team at the Framus Custom Shop in Markneukirchen, Germany presents another signature model for Wolf Hoffmann and shows what German guitar making is capable of. The WH-1 Bionic Snake…
Michael Kelly Guitars Introduces New Compact Forte Port Jr. Ziricote Acoustic/Electric Guitar
Michael Kelly Guitars has released the new Forte Port Jr. Ziricote, expanding its innovative Forte Port acoustic guitar lineup. Designed for guitarists seeking a portable acoustic/electric instrument, the Forte Port Jr. Ziricote…
’68 Custom Amplifiers from Fender
Fender’s ‘68 Custom range has become an extremely popular amp series for guitarists who love classic Fender sounds. In April, Fender expands that range with the addition of the ‘68…
Squier Contemporary Series
In response to a growing market abuzz with new players inspired in part by the 2020 Fender Play Through initiative, Fender is introducing several updates to the entry-level Squier® guitar…
Eventide’s New UltraTap Pedal
Joining Blackhole® and MicroPitch as the third member of the dot9 pedal family, Eventide Audio’s new UltraTap is a unique multi-tap delay pedal that delivers rhythmic delays, glitchy reverbs, huge…
Fender and Brixton Release ‘Highway Man’ Collection
Fender Musical Instruments Corporation (FMIC) has teamed up with Brixton, the premium lifestyle brand, to launch the pair’s second capsule of limited-edition unisex headwear and apparel, Highway Man, inspired by classic,…
Minuendo Launches Lossless Earplugs
Minuendo, one of the leading manufacturers of adjustable earplugs, has announced the launch of its Minuendo Lossless earplugs. Minuendo’s mission is to increase awareness about hearing loss prevention, and to…
Fender Custom Shop’s Limited Edition Mike McCready 1960 Stratocaster
Fender Musical Instruments Corporation (FMIC) and the Fender Custom Shop have announced the Limited Edition Mike McCready 1960 Stratocaster® in the artist’s first-time collaboration with the iconic guitar brand. The…
XS Coated Strings from D’Addario
D’Addario has introduced XS, a true technological breakthrough in coated strings. This groundbreaking innovation offers players maximum life, an unprecedented level of strength and stability—all without sacrificing the iconic D’Addario…
Save the Date: May 25 NAMM Virtual Advocacy Summit
Now more than ever, it is critical that we gather as advocates and reinforce the importance of music in federal education policy and relief efforts to a new Congress and…
Trade Regrets: Millie Detgen
On April 7, we received the following from NAMM‘s Dan Del Fiorentino: It is with a heavy heart that I report the passing of Millie Detgen. She was a pioneer…