Happenings in Nazareth: C.F. Martin & Company in 2017
MMR recently chatted with senior officers of C.F. Martin & Co. to learn about developments of note the storied guitar manufacturer, what instrument introductions have been making waves of late, how recent import…
The Rise of the Electric Guitar
On a recent return flight from a trip visiting dealers and a couple of dealer sales events, I came across the Washington Post article by Geoff Edger’s titled “The slow, secret death of the electric…
Playing Matchmaker How GluBoost’s MasterTint Became a Must-Have Accessory
There’s a long list of situations that could constitute a musician’s “worst nightmare,” but among them, chipping the glossy, radiant finish from a beloved guitar (or whatever it is you play) is a standout. …
We Sing the Guitar Electric
The values of vintage electric guitars have taken a hit in recent years, and electric guitar sales are down overall by about a third in the last decade. No less an authoritative voice than…
Peavey Electronics Offers Upcoming Seminars
Peavey Electronics will be opening its doors to its salesforce during its annual international distributor meetings and dealer seminars. The company will be offering three-day, hands-on events will bring the Peavey community together in an educational atmosphere…
Epiphone Giveaway Runs Through September
Musicians can enter to win a new Epiphone PRO-1 Ultra guitar with a hard case and a PRO-1 Accessory Kit on Epiphone.com through September 2017. On October 2, the company will choose a winner from…
New Korg launches feature Vox Continental revival
Korg has introduced a number of new products under the Vox brand, bringing back the Vox Continental Keyboard, new VX50 portable amps and a limited edition maroon version of its popular Custom…
Roland Announces Details of Online Festival
Roland has announced the details for “The Future. Redefined. September Festival 2017,” a week-long online festival that will run from September 7 to 14. Product debuts are scheduled for percussion, piano,…
Guitar Center Teams Up with MusiCares to Help Musicians Affected by Hurricane Harvey
Guitar Center Inc. has teamed with MusiCares to launch an initiative to help musicians, songwriters, recording studios and audio professionals affected by Hurricane Harvey. In an effort to help the…
Music & Arts Acquires Hot Licks Guitar Shop in Maryland
Music & Arts has announced that they have acquired Hot Licks Guitar Shop in Waldorf, Maryland as the 155th Music & Arts retail store location. For over 30 years, Hot Licks…
JHS takes on Daisy Rock Guitars distribution
JHS has taken on distribution of the Daisy Rock Guitars range across the UK, ROI, Germany, France and Benelux. “We are so thrilled that JHS is distributing the Daisy Rock Guitars brand throughout…
Reverb continues Euro expansion with German chief hire
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