‘You Need to Authentically Connect with Musicians and Support Them’
In the fall of 2023, Gabe Dalporto assumed the position of CEO at the nation’s largest musical instrument retailer. In the ensuing months, he has brought his unique pairing of…
‘A Swiss Army Knife for Guitar Players’
Technology marches on, but tube (“valve,” for our pals across the pond) amps have never really ceded the spotlight. Is it that many guitarists are “traditionalists” – old-fashioned romantics unable…
2025 NAMM Show Buyers’ Guide
MMR presents some of the most significant new instruments, print music titles, music-making gear, and other related items on-hand at this winter’s industry gathering in Anaheim. Cases & Stands On-Stage’s…
Ibanez Introduces Three New Iron Label Models
Ibanez has expanded its Iron Label lineup for 2025 with three new models engineered for metal and drop-tuning enthusiasts. The RGRB620 and RGRB720 are 6- and 7-string guitars that introduce…
Breedlove Guitars Introduces New ECO Collection Models at 2025 NAMM Show
Breedlove Guitars is proud to announce the launch of four stunning new additions to its ECO Collection, set to debut at the 2025 National Association of Music Merchants (NAMM) Show…
Graph Tech Guitar Labs Launches Barrel Knobs for Ratio Machine Heads
“When Thomas Nordegg speaks, we listen.” That’s how Graph Tech Guitar Labs proudly introduces its latest addition to the Ratio Machine Heads family: Barrel Knobs. At Thomas’s request, these barrel-style…
Hal Leonard Has All the Hits for NAMM 2025
Hal Leonard is excited to showcase an array of new and recent piano songbooks at NAMM Booth #9114. Designed for players of all levels, this year’s collection features music from…
ALT BLK ERA Rocks Out with KRK CLASSIC 5 Powered Studio Monitors
Sibling alt-duo Nyrobi and Chaya Beckett-Messam, also known as ALT BLK ERA, recently wrapped their debut album “Rave Immortal,” which they recorded using their new KRK CLASSIC 5 Powered Studio…
NAMM Announces A-List Artist Lineup for 2025 Show
NAMM (The National Association of Music Merchants), the largest global not-for-profit music trade organization, has announced a robust lineup of artists and bands scheduled to perform at The NAMM Show,…
Pick of the Litter
With over 90 percent(!!!) of participants in this month’s MI survey sent out to over 300 MI retailers reporting sales of guitar & bass picks as being either up or…
Every Obstacle is an Opportunity for Growth
When you analyze things, running a small business is remarkably similar to having a gymnasium membership. In a gym the machines provide lots of resistance which eventually helps you build…
NAMM Show Buyer’s Guide: Part I
Accessories New Fluence Signature Series Single Width Pickup Set from Greg Koch Delivers More Gristle with No Fizzle Fishman and Gristle-Master Greg Koch have collaborated once again with a new Fluence…