NAMM 2016: Nord reveals new Virtual Hammer Technology
The new Nord 3 stage piano features new Virtual Hammer Action technology, which mimics the feel of a grand piano. The Triple Sensor keybed allows key movements to be determined…
NAMM 2016: Sennheiser previews audio and recording launches
Sennheiser and Neumann will showcase live audio and recording solutions at the show, with performances from Nina Storey, Magnolia Memoir, Nu-Blu and others. Visitors are invited to try out Sennheiser…
NAMM 2016: JHS adds new Fret-King signature
JHS is adding a new signature guitar to its Fret-King range at NAMM. The new Fret-King Black Label ‘JJ’ John Jorgenson Artist guitar was designed in conjunction with Trev Wilkinson.…
NAMM 2016: JHS reveals line-up
John Hornby Skewes (JHS) has a number of announcements lined up for this week’s NAMM show, including new lines from its Fret-King and Vintage brands. Having secured distribution in North…
Sometimes Big Government is a Good Thing
Congress left the music education world a last-minute Christmas present when on December 9 it ratified the Every Student Succeeds Act. Known by its shorthand acronym ESSA, the act replaces…
Steve West – Fighting the Good Fight
We all know the saying, “the apple doesn’t fall far from the tree,” and you’d be hard pressed to find a more applicable example than Steve West. His father, Pearl…
All About That Bass, ‘Bout That (Spector) Bass
It looks as if 2016 will be the year of the Spector Bass. The company ended 2015 with a bang by way of their win-win marketing distribution partnership with Korg,…
Four Ideas to Help You “Get on the Good Foot” in 2016
Yes, it’s that time of year, and we trust any suggestion from James Brown! So, here come the resolutions and pledges to improve over last year’s successes or shortcomings. This…
TMP Announces Promotions
The Music People (TMP) has announced significant promotions effective January 1, 2016. John and Sharon Hennessey will assume the role of co-president, formerly held by their father Jim Hennessey. Jim Hennessey…
Monday MMR Update e-Newsletter to Resume 2/1/15
In advance of the upcoming NAMM Show January 21 – 24, MMR will not be sending the regular weekly e-newsletter this coming Monday, January 18. The regular update will be suspended the following…
AES to Host Membership Drive at NAMM Show
The Audio Engineering Society will be hosting a Membership booth at the Anaheim Convention Center during The NAMM Show , Jan 21-24. Stop by space #159 (In the Lobby, outside…
Trade Regrets: Morty Manus
Morty Manus of Alfred Music passed away on Saturday, January 9, after a brief battle with cancer. Morty and his wife Iris guided Alfred Music Publishing for over half a…