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Survey Says: Social Media Continues to Climb
20th Annual Wholesaler Guide UpFront Q&A: The Music People NEW, DIGITAL VERSION: www.mmrmagazine.com
Contents AUGUST 2011 VOL.170 NO. 8
28 Spotlight:
Survey Says… Social Media Continues to Climb Cover design by Laurie Chesna
22 UpFront Q&A: The Music People
MMR checks in with the Henneseys – patriach Jim, son John, and daughter Sharon – of The Music People (TMP) to get the scoop about ongoing and upcoming developments at the company.
38 20th Annual Wholesaler Guide A comprehensive listing of wholesalers in North America, including categories of product and principle brands carried by each.
MMR takes an in-depth look at the ever-increasing role that Social Media platforms such as Facebook and Twitter are playing in the day-to-day business of MI retail.
66 Fresh Faces: NOVA Music
While Facebook, YouTube, Twitter, and the like are the “tools of today” when it comes to marketing and selling musical instruments to endusers (see this month’s cover story on page 28), Erich RussekRobbins is aiming to make his newly opened NOVA Music Center (Clifton, Va.) a community hotspot for old fashioned face-to-face interaction between musician and retailer…
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Editorial Upfront People New Products Supplier Scene Classifieds Advertisers’ Index
70 NAMM Exhibitor Listing 74 NAMM University Schedule 70
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Editorial Sidney Davis
Volume 170 Number 8 August 2011
Pop-Up Pianos Hit Right Note
PUBLISHER Sidney L. Davis sdavis@symphonypublishing.com
What better way to bring music to the masses than the recently concluded two week Sing for Hope music festival that scattered 88 grand and upright pianos throughout the five New York boroughs? Sing For Hope opera singer co-founders Camille Zamora and Monica Yunus spark-plugged the event, billed as, “the world’s largest street piano installation.” It’s estimated that two million people viewed or attended more than 1,000 concerts ranging in location from the Louis Armstrong House Museum and Lincoln Center to the New York Stock Exchange. More than 60 professional artists and designers including Isaac Mizrahi, Kate Spade, and Diane Von Furstenberg painted the 28 grand pianos and 60 uprights. The grand pianos were located in indoor public spaces and the uprights outdoors. After the event, all the pianos were donated and distributed to schools and hospitals that Sing for Hope serves year round. This was the second year New York City hosted the interactive event, which originated as “Play Me I’m Yours” by its British creator Luke Jerram in 2010. According to the New York Times, the idea of putting pianos outdoors and letting anyone play them has spread to more than 20 cities including Jacksonville, Fla. and Denver, Co. The non-profit organization maintained high visibility during the two week period by sponsoring a variety of contests and presentations employing social networking sites. One contest invited individuals to submit their pop-up piano experience and have people vote for their favorite; another was for the best pop-up piano music video in the under-18 age category, the winner receiving a piano for their school, and every day of the event a “photo of the day” was selected and highlighted on the Sing for Hope website. “Play all 88 Pianos” was another promotional activity encouraging participants to make a video showing themselves playing at all locations. According to the mission statement, Sing for Hope mobilizes professional artists – from classical musicians to photographers and Broadway performers – in volunteer service programs that benefit schools, hospitals, and communities. The organization has three core programs: Art U which introduces under-resourced students to the arts; Healing Arts which brings live performances to patients and care givers in healthcare facilities; and Community Arts which enhances access to the arts and provides support for event that benefit charitable causes. Through their Community Arts program, the organization has raised over $4 million for partner non-profits. On another note, this issue updates our continuing coverage of the emergence and growth of dealer websites (see page 28) and their use of social media. While websites have become a staple in the promotional arsenal, it’s obvious that the evolution from informational to e-commerce sites is on ongoing process. This is supported by the fact that while more than three-quarters of the respondents in our recent survey indicated a re-design during the past two years, 62 percent stated they are considering another redesign within the next twelve months. As for the use and effectiveness of social media, one might well heed the advice of Tower Music’s Greg Maglione, who tells us that, “Decisions about social media should include consultation with younger staff members… I’m still of the generation that picks up a telephone but the younger generation uses (the Internet) as a primary communications tool.” How do dealers view the Web? We submit the following comments: “the Web has ruined used instrument prices and reduced the margins on almost everything”; and, on the opposite end of the spectrum: “It’s the most cost-effective way to reach my customers…” And finally one thought that may have universal agreement: “Look at the website the same way you view your store, customers like clean designs just as they want to visit an easy to navigate retail interior…”
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Upfront Jordan Kitt’s Acquisition “We’ll still keep the traditions that made Jordan Kitt’s Music great,” explains Chris Syllaba, who recently acquired the iconic keyboard retailer. “We’re just now operating leaner and more efficiently.” Now president and CEO of JKM Music Group, Syllaba has a long history with Jordan Kitt’s – a trait he shares with CFO Ray Fugere: “Both of us had been with Jordan Kitt’s for a long, long time, in various sales and management positions. I grew up with the company and when I saw this opportunity, it made good sense. Going forward, I think one of the first things is for us, in some ways, to go back to our roots – servicing the educational community, institutions, while providing the absolute best customer service. At the same time we want to continue developing our relationships
Chris Syllaba and Ray Fugere
with our suppliers. We’ve substantially reduced overhead and we’ve restructured commissions for our excellent sales staff, which has already resulted in improved performance.” JKM Music Group currently fields four retail outlets – Jordan Kitt’s Music in Rockville, Md. and Fairfax, Va., and
Steinway Piano Galleries in Alpharetta and Atlanta, Ga. Additionally, the business will continue to operate educational facilities in Sterling, Va. and Beltsville, Md. Also as part of the restructuring, longtime MI figure, Steve Mills is now vice president and general manager of the Atlanta-area business. Syllaba and Fugere negotiated the acquisition with members of the McCormick family, who had owned and operated Jordan Kitt’s since the mid-‘70s.
Global Truss America Issues Statement Regarding Brand Name In the wake of a competitor issuing claims that it is the authorized distributor of Global Truss products in the United States and Canada, Global Truss America has issued the following statement: “It has come to Global Truss’s attention that a competitor is attempting to play off Global Truss’s hard earned name and reputation as the premier entertainment trussing provider in the Americas. This particular competitor has even recently taken to informing customers and dealers that they are now the “sole and exclusive” authorized Global Truss distributor in the United States and Canada. “The absurdity and clear falsehood in this statement can easily be seen by anyone who simply types www.globaltruss.com into their browser or the words “global truss” in their search engine. The company who supports that web site is Global Truss America, LLC. Products are available for sale and purchase. Global Truss continues to sell and distribute its products to customers. Consumers should not be fooled by these absurd statements by an infringer. “Global Truss and its design are federally registered trademarks in the United States to Global Truss America, LLC. 6 MMR
These federal registrations clearly make Global Truss America the sole and exclusive authorized seller of Global Truss products in the United States. Copies of these federal registrations are attached to this statement. Further copies can be found on the web site in the United States Trademark Office. The Global Truss trademarks are filed by Global Truss America, LLC throughout the Americas. “Global Truss America, LLC is an American DJ company. American DJ maintains a strict policy of pursuing any and all infringers of its intellectual property. Global Truss and the American DJ Group are cooperating with law enforcement to pursue the perpetrators of these illegal acts. Anyone who attempts to distribute infringing products from any party other than Global Truss should be aware of their potential liability in this regard. “In December 2010, Global Truss America learned that GLP (German Light Products), and its manager, Mr. Mark Ravenhill, made an arrangement with one of Global Truss America’s factories to purchase unauthorized products for importation into the United States in violation of Global Truss America’s rights and US law. GLP and Mr. Raven-
hill have been sued in United States District Court for the Central District of California, Case No. CV 11-168 SJO (SSx). Global Truss America no longer does business with that Chinese Factory. Global Truss expects to achieve a substantial judgment against those parties at the conclusion of the case. “Customers should also be aware that the truss product being sold by GLP is not authorized by Global Truss. Global Truss America does not warrant those products if they fail and will not accept them for return or replacement.” For more information or to purchase genuine and authorized Global Truss products, contact Global Truss’ Ken Kahn at (323) 415-6225 or email ken@globaltruss.com.
Correction: In the May Supplier Directory Davitt and Hanser Music was inadvertently listed as the Canadian distributor for Shure Products. They distribute Shure Products in the US. AUGUST 2011
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Upfront KMC Annual Charity Golf Tournament KMC Music held their 24th Annual “Everett Porter Unintentional” Charity Golf Tournament at the beautiful Golf Club of Avon, Conn. on June 6. Industry executives tee’d up for a scramble to support The Hole in the Wall Gang Camp for children with serious illnesses, and Susan G. Komen for the Cure, which supports research, education, screening, and treatment programs targeting breast cancer in the state of Connecticut. The winning team was Team Delmar including: Don Mulligan, John DiMugno, Marc Begin, and Jim Griffin.
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Upfront Jim D’Addario Named Ernst & Young Entrepreneur Of The Year 2011 Award Winner D’Addario & Company recently announced that Jim D’Addario, CEO, received the Ernst & Young Entrepreneur Of The Year® 2011 New York Award in the Distribution, Manufacturing and Construction category. According to Ernst & Young LLP, the award recognizes outstanding entrepreneurs who demonstrate excellence and extraordinary success in such areas as innovation, financial performance and personal commitment to their businesses and communities. Mr. D’Addario was selected by an independent panel of judges, and the award was presentJim D’Addario With ed at a gala event Award
at the Marriott Marquis on June 8, 2011. “It’s an honor to be selected as a winner of this esteemed award,” says D’Addario, CEO of D’Addario & Company, Inc. “It is a testament to the hard work of everyone at D’Addario & Company, and we are grateful for the recognition from such a prestigious organization.” As a New York award winner, Mr. D’Addario is now eligible for consideration for the Ernst & Young Entrepreneur Of The Year 2011 National Award. Award winners in several national categories, as well as the overall Ernst & Young Entrepreneur Of The Year National Award winner, will be announced at the annual awards gala in Palm Springs, California, on November 12, 2011. The awards are the culminating event of the Ernst & Young Strategic Growth Forum®, which will be held November 9–13, 2011.
iMSO to Meet with Vendors at Summer NAMM
After the successful launch of the Independent Music Store Owners (iMSO) iBUY generator, many vendors have asked how they can become involved with this rapidly growing group. During the Summer NAMM show, iMSO will host a vendors meeting on Friday, July 21,at 8:30 A.M. in room 208. This meeting will explain: who is Independent Music Store Owners / iMSO; how the iBUY Generator will improve sales and the entire ordering process between vendors and dealers; and how vendors can become a part of this group.
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Upfront Orange Amps Launches Fundraising ‘Music Aid for Joplin’ Auction As a result of the most destructive tornado season in recent memory, 153 people have been killed in Joplin, Missouri – home of the Glory Days Music Store – and half the town was destroyed, including Glory Days, itself, and the owner’s home. Orange Amps has decided to set up a fundraising ‘Music Aid for Joplin’ auction of very special musical equipment from Orange and a number of other manufacturers. CEO Cliff Cooper will be working with Ted Owen, the auction house Fame Bureau’s managing director, who is recognized as one of the world’s leading experts in music equipment and memorabilia.
Orange Amps will donate a rare and valuable (last one of only twenty made) Union Jack half-stack worth at least $6,000. Orange has also helped to coordinate support from other musical instrument manufacturers/suppliers and the auction will include a number of very desirable items which are being
added to on a daily basis. The list currently includes: • Sabian 14” Paragon Crash personally signed by RUSH’s Neil Peart with the Steampunk logo, personalized with the winner’s name • Sabian leather jacket • Orange CR50BXT bass amp, signed by RUSH’s Geddy Lee, personalized with the winner’s name • Yamaha Gigmaker 5pc drum set with hardware and Paiste 101 cymbals • Yamaha New A Series Acoustic/ Electric Guitar • Sierra Guitars Sierra Sunrise Auditorium Acoustic Guitar • Shure Microphones Super 55 • Guitar World 12-Month Subscription David Peterson, owner of Glory Days Music Store, commenting on the auction said, “On hearing about Orange’s plans to raise proceeds through an auction, I was just floored. I didn’t think for one minute that someone would do something like that for me without asking for it. It’s an incredible gesture.”
“We have seen the heartbreaking tragedy that has taken place in the USA, particularly in Joplin Missouri,” said Cooper, “and we felt that we would like to do something in the spirit of that special relationship that exists between the USA and the UK. The money raised will help the re-establishment of the Glory Days Music Store.” The American Red Cross in Joplin is providing emergency assistance at five separate locations. This includes first aid and emergency health services, mental health services, distribution of bulk items such as recovery kits, toiletries and items needed for the clean-up such as gloves, rakes, masks, and vital water supplies and snacks. To assist Orange Amps and its fellow manufacturers to help and support the Joplin community please go to Fame Bureau’s website and bid on one of the many items available. The auction begins Monday, July 18th at FameBureau.com. Auction ends Wednesday, August 24th Any companies wishing to donate to this cause can contact Orange Amps or the Fame Bureau direct via their website www.famebureau.com
LP Hosts Casa Veerkamp and Mexican Dealer Contingent Recently, a group of Mexico’s top LP dealers visited Latin Percussion’s headquarters in Garfield, NJ. The entourage was accompanied by executive members of Casa Veerkamp, the exclusive LP distributor for Mexico. The group was treated to a program entitled, “The Soul of LP,” in which founder Martin Cohen shared his insights and experiences since the company’s inception. He also discussed how artists like Tito Puente and Giovanni Hidalgo have played a critical role in LP’s development of highly innovative musical instruments throughout its history. LP product designer, Andy Krol discussed how Cohen’s original vision for compelling LP products has continued throughout recent years with the development of wildly successful products such as the One12 MMR
Handed Triangle and the LP Qube Shaker. Several prominent LP artists were also on hand for the visit, including Eddie Montalvo, Little Johnny Rivero, Bobby Sanabria and Chembo Corniel. Each had an opportunity share their experiences of
working with Cohen and the LP team. The day was concluded with a visit to New York City, where the group enjoyed dinner and a rousing performance of Afro Cuban music by LP Artist Pedrito Martinez and his band.
Front row (l to r): Paula Leticia Illescas, Martin Cohen, Angélica Díaz, Rosalba Díaz, Librado Palma. Seated, Middle row (l to r): Jorge Luis Pando, Sergio Noriega, Eduardo García. Back row (l to r): Chembo Corniel, Gustavo Hurtado, Juan Magdaleno Jr., Salvador Iriarte, Jorge Arturo Betancourt, Raul Carlos Uriegas, Ernesto Veerkamp, Gamaliel Ramos, Eddie Montalvo, Juan José Hugo Ceja, Marco Escobedo, Little Johnny Rivero AUGUST 2011
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Upfront Zildjian 2010 Salesman of the Year for Canada The Avedis Zildjian Company recently announced that Frank DiFruscia was awarded Zildjian’s Salesman of the Year Award for Canada at Music Industries Association of Canada (MIAC). Dale Kroke, senior VP and general manager of B&J Music LTD, presented a cymbal signed by Zildjian CEO Craigie Zildjian and Debbie Zildjian, VP of Hu-
Dale Kroke (B&J Music LTD), Frank Di Fruscia (B&J Music LTD), and Jerry Smith
man Resources, to DiFruscia in recognition of his increasing sales by 29 percent in the Montreal territory.
Google Honors Les Paul To mark what would’ve been the 96th birthday of guitar virtuoso, studio/recording innovator, and pioneer of the solidbody electric guitar, Les Paul, Google offered users a “playable guitar” on their homepage on Thursday, June 9. The ‘Google doodle’ – the large, everchanging Google logo placed just above the search box on google.com’s main page – celebrating Les Paul could be strummed
like one of the iconic Gibson guitars bearing his name, and the resulting music (strings were arranged to easily play a major 7th chord on the left side of the doodle, and a major chord on the right) could be recorded and played back. The first “playable” Google doodle appeared last year when an operable Pac Man doodle celebrated the game’s 30th anniversary
Blessing Offers Free Artist Clinic Drawing Blessing is inviting instrumental music educators of all levels to participate in a drawing for a free clinic with one of the Blessing brass artists. The artists performing on Blessing brass instruments represent a wide-array of musical genres including jazz, classical, and chamber music. All the artist-related expenses for the clinic will be paid for
by Blessing. Entries for the drawing may be submitted online at www.blessingbrass. com/free through September 1st. Blessing will select and announce the winner on September 2nd, 2011. A complete listing of Blessing brass artists is located on the Blessing website at www.blessingbrass.com/artists/
‘Wanna Play Music Day’ at 2011 Summer NAMM
NAMM recently announced that tickets are now available for “Wanna Play Music Day” being held at the Nashville Convention Center on Saturday, July 23 during 2011 Summer NAMM. Tickets for “Wanna Play Day” cost $20 at the door. The trade-only Summer NAMM show is opening its doors to the Nashville community for a one day sneak-peak (no purchases) at more than 350 exhibits featuring the industry’s hottest music products yet to hit the market—from guitars and
keyboards to DJ gear and pro audio and lighting products. The event will also offer a schedule of hands-on educational music-making sessions, clinics and special events led by local and national music industry insiders and celebrities. For more information about “Wanna Play Music Day,” visit www.namm.org/summer/2011/ wannaplay. Updates are being added to the site up until the date of the event.
Alfred Music Receives Paul Revere Awards for Graphic Excellence Alfred Music Publishing has been honored with four Paul Revere Awards for graphic excellence by the Music Publishers Association of the United States during their annual meeting held on June 3, 2011 at the Harvard Club of New York City. Each year, outstanding examples of graphic design are selected by the MPA to be honored by the Paul Revere Award, acknowledging publishers for their efforts in creating art for the music industry. This year, Alfred Music Publishing took the top honor for the graphic design of 14 MMR
the Audition Repertoire for the Advancing Pianist method series in the categories of “Cover Design Featuring Graphic Elements,” “Book Design in Folios,” and
“Keyboard Music Notesetting.” The Led Zeppelin Ultimate Guitar Play-Along and The Michael John La Chiusa Songbook music folios both received the 2nd Prize Award in the “Book Design Folios” category. In addition to the nods for exemplary graphic design work, the MPA also honored Morty Manus, president of Alfred Music Publishing, with the “2011 Lifetime Achievement Award” for his decades of devotion and continued service to educators, teachers, musicians, and the music community. AUGUST 2011
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Upfront California’s Matthews Music to Close Its Doors This Summer California music shop Matthews Music announced its final days earlier this summer. The 27-year-old shop on Marysville’s small Main Street told the local paper, the Appeal-Democrat, that they just couldn’t scrape by any longer. A number of factors were at play in the shop’s demise (a final date for the store’s closing hasn’t been set yet), including a struggling economy, defunct music education
systems, and competition from big box stores like Sam’s Club and Costco. The shop was opened in 1984 by longtime favorite local music teacher Joe Matthews, who ran the shop until he passed away in 2008. Matthews’s son-in-law, Lane David, has run the store since then. “It’s been a rough few years, that’s for sure,” said David. “I’ve got 20 percent unemployment here in Yuba-Sutter area and
Mass. Piano Dealer Sued for False Advertising Piano dealer Roger’s Piano’s “Going Out of Business” advertisements have been running a bit too long, according to a new lawsuit against the shop. Massachusetts Attorney General’s office sued the Hanover, Mass. store earlier this spring on claims of false advertising, asserting that the store has been claiming its imminent closure since at least 2007. Attorney General Martha Coakley will seek penalties against store owner Roger Shaffer in court. According to the lawsuit, Mr. Shaffer violated Massachusetts law by running newspaper advertisements with false statements such as “store-closing,” “bankruptcy,” and “liquidation” sale. Mr. Shaffer also allegedly touted steep discounts off prices that were never offered in violation of Mass. retail regulations. The state requested preliminary injunction against the store last month,
hoping to end Shaffer’s apparent ad violations and limit transfers of the business’s assets while the case was open, but a Superior Court judge denied this request. The court noted that while the state was likely to win its case against the store, that Shaffer had been cooperative during the case thus far and further discipline was unwarranted. “There is no indication that customers have complained about unfair advertisements, suggesting that Shaffer’s customers have been satisfied with their purchases,” ruled the court. “An advertising violation, while serious, shouldn’t cripple a business.” The store’s “bankruptcy” advertisements, meanwhile, have been proven legitimate – such ads were published on the occasion of the bankruptcy of one of Shaffer’s piano suppliers.
Martin Trademarks Headstock C.F. Martin & Co. has announced the trademark of the distinctive headstock configuration it has been using on its guitars for over 161 years. This is part of its ongoing commitment to protect its intellectual property, including the many innovations in design, manufacture and production of its instruments. “The clean, simple, iconic shape of the Martin guitar headstock has long been recognized by consumers as one of the primary identifying brand and design elements of our guitars,” said C. F. Martin & Co. vice president, corporate operations Gregory Paul. “Use of this shape by others can only be intended to 16 MMR
create confusion in the marketplace.” Martin Guitar has been using for many years various trademarks and proprietary designs and designations in connection with the sale of its acoustic guitars, both nationwide and internationally. This intellectual property includes Martin’s guitar headstock that has been used since at least 1850. The headstock configuration is now protected by U.S. Trademark Registration No. 3,048,307. Any questions regarding this trademark, other C. F. Martin & Co. intellectual property, or possible counterfeiting thereof, should be addressed to Gregory Paul, P.O. Box 329, Nazareth, Pa. 18064-0329.
it isn’t helping.” David says he’s working on selling off the inventory and will assess things later in the summer. He currently plans to sell the building once the store closes.
Trade Regrets: Dorothy W. Zeagler, president of Zeagler Music in Monroe, Louisiana passed away on May 12th at the age of 86. Born May 1st, 1925 in New Iberia, Louisiana to railway express agent Willie E. Williams and piano teacher Ruby C. Williams, Dorothy never attended the same school two years in a row. In 1931, after performing on experimental television in the RCA building, she was one of three winners in the Paul Whiteman nationwide talent contest. Because of New York child labor laws she was unable to join his show. For many years Dorothy traveled with her sister to schools performing for those students who could afford the nickel or dime admission. Married to Everett B. Zeagler in 1946, she reared five children, all of whom either became professional musicians or went on to work in the music industry. Dorothy and husband, Everett, purchased a small sheet music business in 1968 which is still in operation today as Zeagler Music in Monroe. To date, Everett still goes to work each day in the store operated by his son, Grayson. Dorothy’s son, Fred, is owner of Zeagler Music in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. Joe Campana passed away on June 5, 2011 at the age of 89. Campana established Campana Music in Lafayette, Calif. in 1947, offering music lessons and repairs along with a large range of musical products for sale. AUGUST 2011
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People Full Compass Systems welcomes Michael Turner to the company as marketing manager. Turner comes to the position with a broad range of skills and experience in the areas of Turner sales and marketing management, advertising, design and education. After a successful 45-year career with the Zildjian Company, Jerry Donegan, vice president of international sales, decided to retire effective, July 1. Donegan spent his entire Donegan career with Zildjian. Beginning in an entry-level position, he grew within the company through a series of promotions to positions of increased responsibility. Having served on the senior management team since 1991, Donegan was responsible for growing Zildjian’s presence in international markets and helping to guide the company’s strategic decision making. Zildjian also has announced the promotion of Bob DeLorenzo to the position of vice president of global sales effective July 1. Since joining Zildjian in 2006, DeLorenzo has assumed a wide DeLorenzo range of responsibilities with the company, including management of national accounts, sales planning and forecasting, as well as category management for drumsticks and Z Gear. Fender Musical Instruments Corp. (FMIC) has announced that music industry veteran Jeff Lorenz will be joining Fender in the newly created position, director of procurement and sourcing Lorenz of KMC Music’s percussion division. He will oversee the procurement and sourcing of all KMC percussion brands, including: Latin Percussion, Toca Percussion, Gretsch Drums and Gibraltar Hardware. Lorenz is a 17-year music industry veteran who formerly served as director of merchandise for the Drum Division at Guitar Center, Inc.
Sweetwater recently hired five new employees, four of which are new sales engineers. The new hires bring total employment at Sweetwater to 400. Sales engineer T.J. Bechill received his Bachelor’s Degree in Music Technology from the University of St. Francis in Fort Wayne, Ind., a program that Sweetwater provided Bechill funding to establish four years ago. He is originally from Wauseon, Ohio. Sales engineer Jim Cooper is from Houston, Texas and has a degree in audio engineering from Cooper Houston Community College. Sales engineer Nathan Malone is a native of Stafford, Virginia and received an Associates Degree in Recording Arts, and a Malone Bachelors in Music Business from Full Sail in Orlando, Florida. Sales engineer Troy Watson attended Purdue University before transferring to The Institute of Watson Production and Recording in Minneapolis, where he received his Associates Degree in Audio Production. Copywriter Lee Andrews is from the St. Louis area where for eight years Andrews he served as Chief Editor and Marketing Manager for Mel Bay Publications. John Geiger has joined Zildjian as national accounts manager. Geiger brings over 20 years experience in the music industry to his new role at Zildjian. Most recently, he was a Geiger key accounts manager for Korg USA. Geiger also held similar positions with D’Addario & Company Inc., Peavey Electronics Corporation, and Yamaha Corporation of America.
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Q&A The Music People MMR chats with Jim, John, and Sharon Hennessey
With a sterling reputation and having fielded one of the industry’s go-to brands for three decades (On-Stage Stands), The Music People (TMP) is amongst the MI world’s premier suppliers and distributors. Founder Jim Hennessey cut his teeth fabricating metal for Kaman Aircraft, eventually shifting over to the company’s Ovation Guitar division. With a simple, yet hugely innovative idea (multiple guitar stands) serving as catalyst, Hennessey left Ovation and the rest, as they say, is history. Now a legitimately global company with locations in Connecticut, California, and China, The Music People remains a true family operation – Jim today works alongside his son, John and daughter, Sharon. MMR recently spoke with the Hennesseys about TMP’s ongoing expansion into the realm of pro audio, issues affecting all of the music retail marketplace, and the company’s plans for the future…
“Yes, The Music People is a stand company, but its various brands have established it as a major supplier of drums, cases, tuners, picks, audio cables, and other MI accessories.”
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MMR: Let’s discuss the history of On-Stage Stands and how it expanded into other lines. Jim Hennessey: The Music People, Inc. found its first success meeting the needs of working musicians, providing inexpensive and functional products. There was a demand for affordable microphone and instrument stands, and The Music People thrived fulfilling that need better than anyone else. Now, however, The Music People has responded to requests from dealers to produce high-end products to compete with pro-level brands. The hallmark innovation and value engineered into OnStage Stands for three decades has translated well to the company’s recent pro-level products. Studio booms, keyboard stands, and the new MS9700 Series microphone stands have gained a growing share of the tour-grade production market. On-Stage Stands is a leading producer of MI accessories and can be found at music stores, band rehearsals, recording studios, and live gigs everywhere. The success of On-Stage Stands has etched a deep and widespread understanding that The Music People is a stand company, and On-Stage Stands continues to be the first association consumers make with The Music People. Increasingly, though, other
members of The Music People family of products have been making their marks on the accessories industry. On-Stage Gear™, DrumFire™, Hennessey Guitar Parts®, HotWires®, On-Stage Sticks™, and Audio-Spectrum™ are all sister brands to On-Stage Stands, and they are all growing in terms of product offerings and market share. Yes, The Music People is a stand company, but its various brands have established it as a major supplier of drums, cases, tuners, picks, audio cables, and other MI accessories.
MMR: Can you tell us about any OEM business The Music People in involved with? Sharon Hennessey: The Music People will not divulge who its OEM partners are, but there is a decent chance that your favorite guitar stand, keyboard stand, or speaker stand pack may have been manufactured by them, even if it doesn’t have an On-Stage Stands logo. The expertise, efficiency, facilities, and relationships developed by The Music People evolved into custom accessory agreements with many of the most recognizable names in the industry. The Music People’s OEM business has grown particularly fast in recent years as the company has repeatedly proven that AUGUST 2011
it has the design team, the factory facilities, and the systems in place to deliver the quality and quantity its partners demand.
MMR: What was behind the move into pro audio and how has it progressed so far? John Hennessey: The fastest growing member of The Music People family is its pro audio division, TMP Pro Distribution™. The Music People has offered microphones and other audio products, along with true deployment expertise, for more than 25 years, but it wasn’t until 2006 that it launched the dedicated TMP Pro division. TMP Pro markets itself as a leveraging tool for dealers. For example, when a dealer enters into a manufacturer direct program, it usually means he/she is obligated to minimum orders with that brand. TMP Pro gives dealers access to 150+ pro audio brands and thousands of products, far more than any single dealer could possibly maintain on his or her own, with no minimum order commitments. Not only does this allow dealers to offer their customers an expanded selection, it lets them pick the brains of the audio wizards at TMP Pro for a non-biased opinion of the models across each product category. Every member of the TMP Pro staff has a background in live AUGUST 2011
and/or commercial audio, and each receives regular training on the newest products and technologies entering the market by factory engineers and their representatives.
MMR: How do you work with dealers to promote your products? Sharon: The relationship between The Music People and its dealers is a tight one. The company taps the needs and requests of dealers to develop new products and to improve existing models. In turn, the company utilizes its experience to provide high value, high turn products that dealers can sell in volume at a healthy margin. In addition, The Music People prides itself on its sale-oriented packaging. It has been recognized for excellence repeatedly with awards for marketing and POP displays. The goal is always to create sharp displays that inform both the dealer and consumer about the products within, and that act as a silent salesperson in the retail setting. MMR: How important are your websites to overall business? What do you hope to achieve via your online presence? John: The Music People, Inc has reached out to dealers via social media outlets and recently redesigned its flagship
website, www.onstagestands.com. The company’s pro audio division expects to introduce its own redesigned site, www. tmppro.com, later this year. Our ongoing objective is to provide dealers with a secure environment to place and research orders.
MMR: How many warehouses do you currently have, and where? Also, please comment on the office in China – what business is handled there? John: The Music People is headquartered in Berlin, Conn. where it maintains its offices and primary warehouse. An additional warehouse is located in California, and the company soon plans to open a third distribution center in the Midwest to expedite and lower the cost of shipping for its central U.S. dealers. This year the company has also announced the opening of an office in China, from which it can focus on quality control and new product development in its proprietary and OEM ventures. MMR: Can you discuss The Music People’s Involvement with issues concerning the MI retail industry, as a whole? Sharon: Product, logo, and website knockoffs are an increasing problem MMR 23
that threatens the industry as a whole, so The Music People has become an active industry activist against piracy and supports legislative and commercial efforts to curb the counterfeit market. This advocacy, along with my own recent election to the NAMM board of directors, has established The Music People as a bona fide and growing leader in the industry.
MMR: Any future developments on the horizon that you’d care to talk about? Jim: Export business is a quickly growing aspect of The Music People’s future. The company already ships to 40 countries and is expanding worldwide. The export team heads to three international tradeshows a year to actively recruit importers and distributors around the world. International distributors who sign on with The Music People are provided with an extensive online imagebank, product catalogs, individual product sell sheets, editable print advertisements and specialized support from a dedicated export department. With a comprehensive line of products and marketing services, On-Stage Stands offers international distributors a complete package at a very low cost. The Music People is proud of its international growth and expects the pace to increase. MMR: Final thoughts? Jim: The Music People started when I observed the need for a multiple guitar stand. Now The Music People itself is an entity of multiple companies, each of which simultaneously provides specialized products and diverse expertise. The Music People is a leading company that provides an extensive range of accessories, pro audio products, OEM capabilities, product knowledge, and customer service all under one roof. 24 MMR
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Survey Says: Spotlight
Social Media Continues to Climb MI retailers’ websites are getting more and more attention, some in a constant state of upgrade
When MMR recently sent out a survey to over 1,000 MI folks about the Internet and social media, several of the comments we received were along this vein: “You only have one chance to make a first impression.” Fair enough, but what that used to refer to were those precious few seconds when a newcomer swings your storefront’s door ajar, whereas now: “Your website is that chance. Today, your site is the first thing a client sees and experiences.” 28 MMR
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Others noted that if that first online impression is less than stellar, there’s no sullen or disappointed face to provide you, the retailer, with an “ah-ha moment.” If your site fails to provide a favorable impression, the potential client is lost before you even knew you had one. So comparing this survey to previous ones that have been featured in the pages of MMR throughout the past decadeplus, and spending time checking out MI retailer websites, it seems a lot of ground has been gained. Social media, which we first explored in January of 2009, has
a lot of people don’t understand about social media is it can’t go where you’re not sending it,” he says. “Few understand what it does, and if you don’t know how to use it, it’s of absolutely no use.” Websites Our survey shows that pretty much every single retailer has a business website, and most are “very happy” or “happy” with it (58.8 percent total). These sites are more sophisticated than ever, with multiple pages to suit specific interests. Gone (mostly) are the primitive dancing note
“ I look at some websites and there’s so much information, I don’t want to look at any of it.” been embraced even further than that report revealed. But this has its pitfalls, too. Greg Maglione of Tower Music in Fenton, Missouri has made the observation that maybe decisions about this whole social media stuff should include consultation with his younger staff members. “I’ve been around a while – I’m 55!” he laughs. “I see Facebook as something [an end user] does when you have too much time on your hands. I’m still of the generation that picks up a telephone, but the younger generation uses [the Internet] as a primary communications tool.” So he defers to younger members of his staff, particularly Josh Stieren and Tim Woestendiek. And here’s a telltale sign of the times: Ric Overton, a one-time Ballwin Piano executive who opened up a piano store in the inopportune year of 2007 in San Diego only to see it fail last year, is now a social media consultant. He merely took his store’s name to mean something else – Piano S(an) D(iego) now has an operation advising industry organizations as Piano Social Director (pianosd.com). “What
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graphics and thrown-together designs which somebody did for free. Increasingly professional help is sought out for a store’s online presence. Many of those happy with their sites have long evolved past the one-page “business card” look with additional components that include social media (Facebook, Twitter), YouTube, eBay stores, and online instrumental rentals. However, almost a third of those who responded to the survey are ambivalent about their store’s site, and the vast majority of those who aren’t happy plan to redesign in the coming year. What is revealing is that even some who are happy with their site plan to redesign, as the total number of those reach 62.4 percent. Compare these numbers to those who have recently redesigned their site (56.6 percent did it in the last 12 months; 77.4 percent in the last two years), and it appears the old mentality of throwing a site up online and forgetting getting about it is a thing of the past. “Your website should be updated on a regular basis,” states Overton. “Once
Websites Do you have a website? Yes: 96.6% No: 3.4%
On a scale of 1 to 5, how happy are you with it, 5 being very happy? 1: 6.2% 2: 8% 3: 27% 4: 37.6% 5: 21.2%
When did you last redesign it? 1 year ago: 56.6% 2 years ago: 20.8% 3-5 years ago 14.9% 5 years ago or longer: 7.7%
Will you redesign it this year? Yes: 62.4 No: 37.6
Does your site have a shopping cart/do you sell new products online? Yes: 43.8% No: 56.2%
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That’s it.” Maglione was in the majority. “We’re You or someone in the company Jeff Eckroth of seven-store chain Eckworking on it right now,” he says. “You check it/post something: roth Music says they’ve updated their site have to change it up every few months Almost every day: 37.8% in the last year. Not surprising considernow it seems.” Although what kind of ing been an early adopter of the Internet change is essential is always the tough Several times a week: 21.9% but for reasons that might not be so obviquestion. “I look at some websites, and At least once a week: 21.9% ous: “It has allowed us, as a company, to there’s so much information that I don’t be close to others on the team and feel want to look at any of it.” Tower Music Rarely/Not Enough: 18.4% like partners,” he says of his stores spread has opted for a clean front page that alout under the big blue sky states of North lows surfers to get the gist of what the store Dakota, Montana, and Minnesota. “I is about immediately, and then there are On a scale from 1 to 5, how think our team is closer despite there bebig buttons that will take the viewer to important is FB to your ing 1,200 miles between some of them details of what he or she might be looking financial bottom line? then those of another organization who for. The categories include instruments 1 (Not at all): 30.1% work in the same building.” So Eckroth and equipment; lesson program; repair; has been connected live online for 20 pro audio installation; rentals; and their 2 (A little): 24.9% years now. “Tower Jam!” program. 3: (Some): 25.8% Geography has also been a motivatUnderstanding that the website is ing force in having a sophisticated, clean “the new storefront,” he says he likes to 4: (Important) 12.4% site capable of online rentals and even approach it as such. Then again, like oth5: (Very important): 6.7% getting gift cards, among other features. ers, he wrestles with “TMI” syndrome: “We view our electronic communica“I’ve worry about putting too much intions as an extension of us,” he says. “Our formation up there, but my employee website is a tool, but not the relationship Are you on Twitter? Tim [Woest] says I’m just being paraitself. We first lay the groundwork of a noid, and I should put it all out there.” Yes: 42.6% personal relationship, and then make our Paradoxically almost 20 percent of website so that if we’re not available late those who have redone their site recently No: 57.4% at night or if a customer simply prefers to are less than satisfied with the results. But use it as a way of doing business, then he in the 15 or so years during which music or she can. Our website is a constantly instrument stores started to have a presIf yes, how valuable is Twitter to morphing tool.” ence on the web, many are on their secyour bottom line? Eckroth says one of the reasons he’s ond, third, or even fourth version in an pleased with the Eckroth.com site is that effort to increase the sophistication and 1 (Not at all): 45.9% it’s a priority with the organization’s reach their Internet presence. A small 2 (A little): 27.4% leadership. “We’ve got a great leadership percentage, 7.7 percent of those surteam,” he says. “And I believe our online veyed, have stuck with the same website 3: (Some): 19.7% rental and repair portal, and the ability for five years or longer. 4: (Important) 4.5% to allow our customers to make payments Overton was recently hired by Jonthrough the site, is highly utilized benel Domilos to consult and help with his 5: (Very important): 2.5% cause of their good work on it.” social media plan. Domilos is one of the 0 economy 10 20in the30process 40 of 50 Having an eBay component as part of many in today’s 0 10 20 30 40 50 your website has long been embraced by re-inventing himself. He previously ran a Do you follow MI manufacturer’s many as a surefire way to find an enthularge piano operation in Orange County twitter feeds? siastic customer for that obscure Ireland that did not survive the harsh economy. concertina beyond the neighborhood, or Now he runs a smaller specialty shop in Yes: 17.9% get top-dollar for that 1964 Fender Jazz San Diego called Sorrento Valley Music. No: 82.1% P-Bass with just some belt buckle scratchThere he focuses on violins, violas, cellos, 0 10 20 30 40 50 es on it. But selling new products online – and some pianos. The latter tend toward 0 10 20 30 the40 European 50 in essence competing with the big chains brands not always easily 0 10 20 30 40 50 and mail order houses and Amazon.com found, including Blüthner, Estonia, and – has been more daunting. Yet there’s a Irmler.
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“Manufacturers and suppliers, which have largely embraced Twitter, will be disappointed to learn how few retailers are even following them: apparently only 17.9 percent.”
sharp up tick is in the number of retailers selling new products online, though few who aren’t doing so today plan to next year, suggesting saturation. Eckroth has a shopping cart though it’s only been up for 18 months. “I fought it for a long time,” he confesses. “If you’re not careful, it can be turn into just having transactions. And I hate transactions. I want relationships. A transaction is based on price and does nothing for a young musician. But trust, communication, shared enthusiasm – that’s what inspires music making. A website can be part of that.” He stresses that they “aren’t finishing for business in Alabama or some other state far away.” Finally, using e-mail for marketing purposes continues to usurp the Yellow Pages ads of yesteryear, though it seems rather than configuring a system based from their website, more are paying for
an outside service like iContact or Constant Contact. “Sending emails using constant contact is the best, cheapest advertising” was a comment made frequently by survey participants. Facebook You don’t to need read it here to know that trends are moving at warp speeds, but its interesting that the last time MMR delved into this topic – a mere 20 something months ago – MySpace was the belle of the ball. In 2006 it was the most popular social networking site. By 2008 it most certainly wasn’t. In February it was put up for sale. A whopping 80 percent of MI retailers are on Facebook today and many are using the social media site to keep in touch with their customers and associates in the business. Many are using it to promote special sales or deals. As one surveyed
Wild West Guitars’ Erik Turner Q&A with Warrant Guitarist Every guitar shop in the country wants that rock star in the store. Wild West Guitars in Riverside, California actually has one, and he’s not there to try to get free gear. He’s there to help make purchases, do some marketing, and isn’t above saying, “May I help you?” to that customer who walks in the door. He’s Warrant co-founder and guitarist Erik Turner, and when he’s not recording or touring with the band, he’s found working at his neighborhood music store. The store itself is a high-end boutique operation located in Riverside, Calif., that has an impressive website and is deep into social media. MMR: So how did Erik Turner come to work part time at a music instrument store? Erik Turner: Warrant played here. Wild West Guitars shares a big building with the Voo Doo Lounge, a private
membership club. I met the owner Mark Herbert and we hit it off.
MMR: What appealed to you about the store? ET: I’m a high-end gear freak and that’s who this store is for. We just try and stock the store with the most badass gear on the planet. It’s a fun place to work. The people are all great. MMR: What’s your role? ET: I do a little bit of everything. I help with purchasing. I help with selling. I help with the eBay aspect of the store. I love to work on custom guitar orders – spec them out, and then watch them come in six months later … I like to just find wonderful homes for wonderful guitars. We’re like an adoption agency! [laughs] MMR: What was it like going to music stores when you were a kid? ET: I grew up in Orange County, and I just went to the store I could ride my bike to! For me it was Jim’s Music. That’s where I bought my first half stack. Then at 19 I moved to L.A. and formed Warrant. It’s the only band I’ve ever been in. But there I bought used guitars … I still have a ’64 Fender Jaguar I bought for $25! It was a different world back then. MMR: Compare that to Wild West Guitars. ET: Well this is not an ordinary shop. It’s like working in somebody’s badass home. It’s not like any music store I’ve
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pointed out, statistics show that 65 percent of those on Facebook buy products which are marketed to them on the site. That is as undeniably powerful as it is alluring. As almost 40 percent of retailers are on Facebook almost every day, it makes one wonder what we were doing with all that free time before the social network site was launched just a few years ago… but despite the embrace of Facebook, ambivalence about what it actually means towards putting additional cash into the register remains high. Just over 30 percent say Facebook doesn’t influence their bottom line at all, with another 24 percent saying it does just a little. Not quite 20 percent think time spent on Facebook plays a significant roll in their sales and profits. The comments about how important social media is fell into three categories.
There were a lot of “it’s the best way to quickly disseminate information about the company and products” and “another tool to market to a wider audience” type comments. More than a handful said it was better than emailing customers about deals and special events. Skepticism abounds: There were also plenty of “it’s a bunch of people whining about their terrible lives” comments. The third most frequent sentiment was the many who seemed to have just jumped on the Facebook bandwagon, with quite a few “ just started a few months ago” and “not important yet but, we think it will be” comments peppered throughout the survey data. Domilos is also one not necessarily seeing a direct connection between having a Facebook presence and the bottom line. “More than anything, it’s about PR,” he says. “That is what I’m trying to accom-
ever seen. All the offices are high end. It’s in the warehouse district, and there’s different rooms featuring different gear. The Voo Doo Lounge looks like a million bucks.
MMR: What do you like about working there? ET: Everybody who works here is real cool. Also, I’ll make friends playing in places who find out about the store that way. And I’ll make friends with customers who then find out about Warrant. MMR: The store does a lot of social networking … ET: Yes. We have Facebook and Twitter. As I’ve learned from Warrant, social media is now just an important fact of life. It’s a way to connect with customers and fans.
body sees it and says I have to have that guitar right away.
MMR: Wild West’s YouTube channel has a lot on it … ET: One of our customers films TV commercials for a living, and we worked out a deal where he filmed about 50 HD videos guitar videos. People can go on and see and hear the instruments, hear different riffs on it. It’s an important part of the overall strategy. MMR: What other marketing does the shop do? ET: We have free clinics that can bring in about 200 people. Suhr artists, PRS artists. We’ve been the largest PRS Private Stock dealer for the last two years. We’re proud of that, and we’re proud of our really large selection. We do the Fender Road Show every year where they bring in a couple of their master builders, and our customers are big fans of that. That’s all part of the old-school marketing.
“Social media is now just an important fact of life.”
MMR: Interesting that you say that – in a recent survey of music instrument stores, there were many comments along the way that Twitter seemed to be mostly fans to follow stars and celebrities. But Wild West tweets a lot … how is that working out? ET: When we get a beautiful guitar, it’s great to put it out there. Like we just got this Suhr Modern Black Limba with this beautiful honey burst finish … it’s like a work of art … so we get it in, I get it photographed, put it in eBay, and then hit a few buttons and it’s out on Facebook and Twitter. All in short time. Twitter is a part of that as sometimes some-
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plish with social networking.” But he too points out that now social networking can be a key to earning that higher SEO. “By using social network, you get on top of the search list, and I’ve seen situations where if you use it, and are good with your wording, you can bury sites that have been out there for four, five, six years.” Website columnist Nick Usborn made that exact point in a recent blog. He points out that within a short period of time, social media has transformed the way people use the Web. “Put simply, it’s where hundreds of millions of people prefer to spend their time,” he writes. But more importantly he says that it used to be that Google gave websites and their pages a higher ranking whenever there was a relevant inbound link from another reputable site. “Backlinks are no longer the way in which search engines determine the quality of a site or its pages.
MMR: Any other advantages of being at Wild West? ET: Oh, yeah. I try things out all the time. There are a couple of amps I used on the latest Warrant album, Rockaholic, that I wouldn’t have even known about if I wasn’t here. There’s a Splawn amp that’s on at least a third of the record. I also used something by Shadow Amplification, which is a new company we’re working with. It’s nice discovering new amps and gear that ends up on a new album!
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“A transaction is based on price and does nothing for a young musician. But trust, communication, shared enthusiasm – that’s what inspires music making. A website can be part of that.”
They now look at social signals. If a page is ‘liked’ enough on Facebook, or a link to that page is retweeted enough on Twitter, Google [and Bing and Yahoo] will recognize it” and thus it gains that allimportant a higher ranking. “I find many people are simply signing up for a Facebook account and that’s it,” Overton observes. “You have to be inviting friends from your community, people who are your ideal customers.” He believes that working on it at least one day a week is the minimum amount that should be done, and that time should be spent posting information that is valuable to the “friend” base. “There are easy ways to invite new friends, but then you have to give them a reason to want to come into your store. Telling them that you are at the grocery store or showing pictures of what you had for dinner last night are not reasons.” Twitter The number of retailers using Twitter is increasing, though it’s not at the 50 percent mark yet. Ambivalence about it is higher, with the vast majority who isn’t already on it having no plans to do so. As to what real economic value using the Twitter is, nearly 50 percent say not at all. Tellingly, only 2.5 percent think it contributes to the ringing of the cash register. Manufacturers and suppliers, which have largely embraced Twitter, will be
disappointed to learn how few retailers are even following them: apparently only 17.9 percent. “Twitter is fun and can be a valuable tool for some people,” Overton says. “But like Facebook and other sites – the post has to be interesting enough to get people through the door. Make people laugh and give them a reason to come see you. All social media has its place but only if it’s used as a tool.” Eckroth says they’ve not yet dived into social media, but it’s coming. “We’re constantly watching and trying to figure out how to use it successfully,” he says. “The worse thing we can do is throw ourselves out there and not be geared up to support it.” He notes correctly that many retailers start down paths like this with the best intentions but don’t follow through, which can often lead to more damage than good. But he admits to inevitability of it: “It’s something that is important to our customers, so there’s no doubt that we’ll be doing it in the near future.” Another unique challenge for their seven-store operation spread out over three very different states is that each individual outlet seems to him to need their own account. “Each store is a allowed to develop its own personality, and whatever we do – website, Facebook, Twitter, we have to take that into account.” Somebody who shops at the Minnesota store is likely to have a dis-
Facebook: Today, Sure – but Tomorrow? Those retailers who made the new year’s resolution of jumping on the Facebook bus, but just got around to doing it recently probably won’t be comforted by the fact that the delay has theoretically cost them exposure to six million Americans. See, that’s how many quit the social media site in just one month: In April, there were 155 million active users in this country; in May, a mere 149 million. Well, sure, total planet-wise numbers grew at half its usual rate in May: 1.7 percent. But most of the growth is coming from outside this country. According to Inside Facebook, a research firm that blogs about the social media site, not only the U.S., but also Canada, the U.K., and even Russia all saw recent declines. As Farhad Manjoo wrote about this for Slate.com in his June 14th article ‘Has Facebook Peaked?’ “This sounds bad for the giant social network… You might even say 34 MMR
it sounds terrible.” Of course for years there have been detractors, and the inevitable comparison to MySpace. “MySpace was also once poised to rule the world. Could Facebook, too, prove to be a fad?” He argues not so fast, and cites the fact that Facebook is not being threatened by the growth of some popular upstart. Also, it has all the folks it can take leaving only, “the few lonely die-hards who swear they’ll never joint the site” and those who just don’t have the free time to… you know, waste time on it. It’ll be interesting if there’s ever a point – 10 years? Five? Next Tuesday? – when we’ll look back and laugh and wonder what it was all about. As more then one commented from the survey, somewhat ominously, “Facebook is the current fashion.” Yet… one of those remaining 149 million Americans would almost certainly “like” your posting of that cool snare drum you just got in. AUGUST 2011
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similar worldview and have different needs than the person who shops at the Bozeman, Montana store. To the “bottom line” question, Maglione takes a big-picture approach. “If you look at who I’m competing with, it’s not really other music stores. I’m competing with video games, the time potential customers spend on Facebook, and all the other things that fill up kids’ days now. But I’m thinking if you can put in a thought without irritating them, I think that can work. But I’m open to see what the big deal is.” Domilos is much more aggressive with the social networking aspect of his site than the site itself, which is being handled by Overton. It’s tethered to the site and he’s especially pleased with how that is going. “You put a website out there and normal expectations is that it takes eight months to a year for people to notice. With social networking [primarily FB for now], I started seeing activity after just three or four months.” That he’s chosen an outside consultant to run this aspect of his business is telling. “Like anything else, I can’t do everything,” he says. “I’m literally a two-man operation here, and I found trying to handling the social media aspect to take up too much of my time.” He says the goal is to post something at least twice a week, if not every other day. Could any of this be the next MySpace? In the survey done in 2009, dealers were pointing to specific exchanges on the site that lead to someone coming in from quite a distance for a sale. Today MySpace seems to have fallen off the flat earth that our technologically driven times seem to be. While one can still find those blue MySpace logos on MI retailer websites, they seem merely to be a holdover, and it certainly isn’t on the tongues of anyone who is diving into social media, currently. Maglione notes that really anything we’re using today could quickly go that way. “Google could be MySpace tomorrow,” he says. “How much credence do you want to put into something that, for all we know, could be quickly obsolete?” To the hundreds of MI retailers who responded to the survey, that is on the mind of at least few, though the vast majority are trying to figure out how to make it all work best for their business. AUGUST 2011
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The Music People! Inc. 717 E Artesia Blvd. Carson, CA 90746 (310) 515-9557 Fax: (310) 515-9183 E-mail: sales@musicpeopleinc.com Web site: www.musicpeopleinc.com or www.tmppro.com Jim Hennessey, pres. Categories: PS/R, ACC, P/KB Principal Brands: Microphones: AKG, Astatic, Audio Spectrum, Audio-Technica, Audix, Beyerdynamic, Blue Microphones, CAD/Equitek, CAJ Countryman, Earthworks, Electro-Voice, Heil, Sennheiser, Shure, Sony, Telex, Wireless - Audio-Technica, Beyer Dynamic, Electro-Voice, Nady, Samson, Shure, Sony, Telex. Headphones: AKG, Audio-Technica, Sennheiser, Shure. Sound Systems: Atlas Sound, Bose, Community Sound, Electro-Voice, Fostex, Gemini, JBL, QSC, Tannoy, TOA, Williams Sound, Yamaha. Cables, Interfaces & Connectors: Hot Wires, Pro Co. DJ/ Lighting: Gemini, Numark. Mixers: Alesis, Allen and Heath, Bi-Amp, Bogen, Midas, Soundcraft, Toa, Yamaha. DSP’s/EQ’s/ Processors: Ashly, Alesis, Bi-Amp, dbx, Klark Teknik, Lexicon, Rane, Symetrix, Toa. Amplifiers: Ashly, Bi-Amp, Bogen, Crest Audio, Crown, Lab Gruppen, Samson, QSC, Toa. Accessories - On-Stage Stands, On-Stage Gear, DrumFire, AKG, Atlas, Raxxess, VERSA-TEK, Hennessey Guitar Parts. Drum Sticks: On-Stage Sticks.
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Magnamusic Distributors Inc. 74 Amenia Union Rd. P.O. Box 338 Sharon, CT 06069-0338 (860) 364-5431 Fax: (860) 364-5168 E-mail: magnamusic@magnamusic.com Web site: www.magnamusic.com Categories: ACC, PM, recorders & historical woodwinds Principal Brands: Recorders: Aura, Coolsma, Dolmetsch, Zen-On. Publishers: Anfor, Ascolta, Avondale, Barandol, Broken Consort, Cheap Trills, Consort Music, Dolce Edition, Dolmetsch Library, Dovehouse, Early Music Library, Edition Baroque, Hawthorne, Harpsichord & Fortepiano Magazine, Hug, Jolly Robin Press, London Pro Musica, L’Oiseau Lyre, Loux, Magnamusic, Marlborough, Mayfair, Moeck, Muses Gardin, Musica Budapest, Pan, Peacock Press, Muro, Pelican, Polyphonic Publications, Recorder Magazine, Schott, Sweet Pipes, Tomus.
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www.asterope.com
AUGUST 2011
See us at NAMM Booth 548
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Wholesaler Guide The Music People! Inc. / TMP Pro Distribution 154 Woodlawn Rd. Suite C Berlin, CT 06037 (800) 289-8889 Fax: (860) 828-1353 E-mail: sales@musicpeopleinc.com Web site: www.musicpeopleinc.com or www.tmppro.com Jim Hennessey, pres. Categories: PS/R, ACC, P/KB Principal Brands: Microphones: AKG, Astatic, Audio Spectrum, Audio-Technica, Audix, Beyerdynamic, Blue Microphones, CAD/Equitek, CAJ Countryman, Earthworks, Electro-Voice, Heil, Sennheiser, Shure, Sony, Telex, Wireless - Audio-Technica, Beyer Dynamic, Electro-Voice, Nady, Samson, Shure, Sony, Telex. Headphones: AKG, Audio-Technica, Sennheiser, Shure. Sound Systems: Atlas Sound, Bose, Community Sound, Electro-Voice, Fostex, Gemini, JBL, QSC, Tannoy, TOA, Williams Sound, Yamaha. Cables, Interfaces & Connectors: Hot Wires, Pro Co. DJ/Lighting: Gemini, Numark. Mixers: Alesis, Allen and Heath, Bi-Amp, Bogen, Midas, Soundcraft, Toa, Yamaha. DSP’s/EQ’s/Processors: Ashly, Alesis, Bi-Amp, dbx, Klark Teknik, Lexicon, Rane, Symetrix, Toa. Amplifiers: Ashly, Bi-Amp, Bogen, Crest Audio, Crown, Lab Gruppen, Samson, QSC, Toa. Acces-
sories - On-Stage Stands, On-Stage Gear, DrumFire, AKG, Atlas, Raxxess, VERSATEK, Hennessey Guitar Parts. Drum Sticks: On-Stage Sticks.
On-Stage Stands 154 Woodlawn Rd. Suite C Berlin, CT 06037 (800) 289-8889 Fax: (860) 828-1353 Web site: www.onstagestands.com Jim Hennessey, pres. Categories: ACC Principal Brands: On-Stage Stands: microphone, guitar, keyboard, speaker, amp, lighting, rack, karaoke, orchestra and sheet music stands. Accessories: microphone accessories, mic clips, pop-filters, windscreens, Posi Lok locking microphone booms, bags, cases, etc; On-Stage Gear: Guitar Straps, pick holders, keyboard dust covers, sustain pedals; DrumFire drum hardware, drum bags, snare wire replacements. Trademarks: Hex-Base (mic stands and studio booms), Flip-It (guitar stands), Hennessey (Guitar Parts).
P&D Wholesale Music Supply 1660 Barnum Ave. Stratford, CT 06614 (800) 823-5188 Fax: (203) 377-2576
Al D’Addario John Rampino, natl. sls. Categories: PRC, ACC Principal Brands: Drums & percussion: Basik Drums, R.C. International Acrylic Drums, Tree Works, Swingtime Percussion. Acc. and Drum Hardware: Aquarian, Dan-Mar U.S.A, Cannon, Rhythm Tech, Grover, Trophy, Duplex, Noble & Cooley, Zero-Rings, Stick Handler, TPS, Neary Drum Torque, Lug Lock, Pro-Mark, Remo, Muffl’s & Practice Pads, H.Q. Percussion, Real Feel, Shine On, Trick, Groove Juice, Blitz, Buckaroo, Ace, Latin Groove, Nomad, Kaces, SKB, Drum Heads, Attack, Remo, Drumsticks, Mallets, Brushes; Vic Firth, Pro-Mark, Regal Tip Hotsticks, Mike Balter, Vater, Innovative Percussion Inc., Swingtime Percussion, Slug Accessories; Cymbals: Sabian Solar, Imported Brass; Latin American Products: Bongos, Congas, Timbales, Cowbells, Maracas, Fort Bryan, Kaces, Perfekktion Bags, Qwik Time.
Tamarkin Company, Inc. 177 Rowley St., #2 Winsted, CT 06098 (800) 521- 5464 Fax: (860) 379- 4834 E-mail: tamarkinmusic@aol.com Web site: tamarkincompany.net John Macbeth; pres. Tom Daley: whse. Mgr.
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Wholesaler Guide Principal Brands: Hardshell Cases, Chipboard Cases, Gig Bags, Grand Prix Cases, Edge Microphones,Bedford Stringed Instruments, Blitz, Hamilton, Kyser, Huang, Flinthill, Fort Bryan, Grover, Intelli, Intellitouch,Qwik Tune, Concerto Manuscript, String Swing, Sound Barrier, SKB, RDM, Topp Pro, TKL, Jensen, JJTubes, Pignose, Latch Lake, Mighty Mite, Palmer, Pocket Rockit Amp, Cherub,Luthier Supplies
Web site: www.tropicalmusic.com Peter Marrero, U.S. sls. mgr. Categories: PS/R, S&F, ACC, PRC, lighting. Branches in Chile, Puerto Rico, Dominican Republic, Costa Rica, Trinidad, Guatemala. Principal U.S. Brands: American Drum Works, Biscayne, H. Hoffer, Juggs, Mano Percussion, MAS, Palmer, Palmer Espana, Pro-Lok, Snug Fit, Starforce, Topp Pro Music Gear, Windfield, Afrosound Percussion, Vizcaya Guitars, Palmer Marquis.
FLORIDA
WD Music Products, Inc.
FBT - U.S.A. P.O. Box 353516 Palm Coast, FL. 32135 (800) 333-9383 Fax: (386) 437-7990 E-mail: fbtusa@sbcglobal.net Web site: www.fbtusa.net Tom Concorde, V.P. Carol Concorde, cust. svc. mgr. Dennis Marturano, tech. spt. mgr. Categories: PS/R Principal Brands: FBT Professional Audio, QUBE Audio, Kempton Audio, FBT “Cicognani” Guitar & Bass Guitar Amps Equipment: FBT Maxx, Hi Maxx, Pro Maxx, EVO MAXX, Vertus, Verve, Jolly, Formula Series Mixers, Symbol Power Amps, Amico portable sound systems, FBT Modus powered and passive line arrays, MITUS Series Powered & Passive Line Arrays & Speaker Systems, Qube Audio powered & passive line arrays and speakers, Qube amplification, Kempton GT, PW Speakers, Kempton KA series amps, Kempton mixers.
German American Trading Co. Inc.
17570 North Tamiami Trail Suite 1
North Fort Myers, FL 33903 (800) 449-9348 Fax: (239) 543-5874 E-mail: sales@wdmusic.com Web site: www.wdmusic.com, www.wdbiz.com Wendy Davis, pres. Larry Davis, v.p. Categories: S&F, ACC, GF Principal Brands: Kent Armstrong Pickups, Kluson, L.R. Baggs, TonePros, TKL, WD, WD Pickguards, CTS, Switchcraft, Oak, CRL, Mallory, Sprague, Graph Tech, Grover, Bigsby, Fender, Facelifts, Genuine Floyd Rose, Kahler, Full Contact Hardware, Big
Meeting the Needs of Students for More Than 30 Years ... Our Best-Selling SV-175 Cremona Violin! Cremona bowed instruments have set the pace for the vibrant student and rental markets for over 30 years. Strict adherence to international sizing requirements, domestic educational set-up standards and continuous quality improvement have made Cremona Violins, Violas, Basses and Cellos proven sales leaders. Our best-selling, ebony fitted SV-175 Cremona Premier Violin Outfit has recently been upgraded to include the J.LaSalle LB-13 Octagonal Bow and the TL-33 deluxe rectangular Travelite case.
P.O. Box 17789 Tampa, FL 33682 (813) 961-8405 Fax: (813) 961-8514 E-mail: Germanamer@msn.com Bert Neidhardt, pres. Categories: S&F, ACC, BI, P/KB Principal Brands: August Foerster, Bohemia, Discacciati, Silvetta, Musima, Wilhelm Eberle, Anton Schneider, Lenzner, Ratz & Pschera, Goldbrokat, Rubner, Adler, Meinel, Schlegel, Otto Jos. Klier, Fisoma, Eberhard Meinel.
Cremona SV-175 Violin Outfit: •All-solid carved, graduated construction •Seven sizes from 4⁄4 to 1⁄16 •Long lasting ebony fittings •Finetuner tailpiece for precise, easy tuning •Rugged TL-33 Travelite case •Well-balanced J.LaSalle LB-13 bow with ebony frog
Mid-East Mfg., Inc. 7694 Progress Cir. West Melbourne, FL 32904 (321) 724-1477 Fax: (321) 952-1080 E-mail: info@mid-east.com Greg Kundrat, pres.
Tropical Music Export Enterprises, Inc. 6850 S.W. 81st Terrace Miami, FL 33143 (305) 740-7454 Fax: (305) 740-7456 E-mail: sales@tropicalmusic.com AUGUST 2011
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Wholesaler Guide Bends, Sperzel, Gotoh, Hipshot, EVH, Vibramate, Wilkinson, Cooperstand, Gibson, Electroswitch, Bourns, RS Guitarworks.
ILLINOIS Advantage Wholesale 3319 Ridge Ave. Arlington Heights, IL 60004 (800) MUSICAL (687-4225) (847) 398-5480 Fax: (847) 398-5441 E-mail: sales@advantagewholesale.com Web site: www.advantagewholesale.com Categories: All categories musical merchandise Principal Brands: California, Eleca, Oscar Schmidt, Silvertone, Kansas Guitars, S101, Dunlop, Dean Markley, Audio-Technica, Advantage, LP, Martin, Morley, Kyser, D’Addario, Pyle Pro, Rico, Amati, Wittner, MXR, Pyramid, Rhino, Ace, Roy Benson, Pignose, Jim Dandy, Pro-Co, Qwik Tune, Attack Heads, Pro-Mark, Basix, Royce, Stick Handler, NRG, TKL, Lauren, Gorilla, LM Straps, Mighty Mite, Ultra, D-Tech, Herco, Tastee-Reeds, MTS, Leeder, Trick, Area 51, Hal Leonard, Alfred Publishing and many other instruments and accessories.
DANSR 818 W. Evergreen Avenue Chicago, IL 60642 888-707-4455 Fax: 312.475.0958 E-mail: sales@dansr.com Michael Skinner - President Categories: B&O, ACC Principal Brands: Vandoren, Denis Wick, Hamilton Stands
Harris-Teller, Inc. 7400 S. Mason Ave. Chicago, IL 60638 800-252-4004 Fax: (888) 983 5537 E-mail: sales@harristeller.com Web site: www.harristeller.com Jon Harris, pres. Categories: Gen’l. music mdse. and printed products.
PJLA Music Sales & Marketing PO Box 550 Barrington, IL, 60011 Peter J. La Placa (847)-382-3210 (877)-541-4017 Fax: (847)-382-4626 E-mail: pjlabiz2@aol.com Web site: www.pjlamusic.com Categories: BI Principal Brands: Phaeton, Sax Dakota, F.E. Olds & Sons, Calzone/Anvil Cases, Gard USA Gig & Travel Bags, TAKT Conductor Batons, Pomarico Woodwind Mouthpieces.
Westheimer Corp. 3451 W. Commercial Ave. Northbrook, IL 60062 (847) 498-9850 Fax: (847) 498-5370 E-mail: sales@westheimercorp.com Web site: www.westheimercorp.com Categories: S&F, ACC, BI, PRC Principal Brands: Basix, Cort, Mighty Mite, Royce, Kansas, BSX, Harmony, Emperor.
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INDIANA American Way Marketing LLC P.O. Box 1681 Elkhart, IN S/B 46515 (574) 295-6633 (800) 331-0664 Fax: (574) 293-9888 E-mail: info@awmLLC.net John Musselman, pres. Jim Klingler, v.p. Categories: ACC, BI Principal Brands: Superslick, Partner, Faxx (proprietary); Al Cass, Alisyn, Antigua Stands, Bach, Bari, Berp, BG France, Blue Juice, Bobcat, Bo-Pep, Chop Saver, Claude Lakey, Denis Wick, Emerald, Fibracell, Hamilton, Harmon, Hetman, Hodge, Jones Reeds, Jo-Ral, Kratt, Mahasset stands, MARCA, Meyer, Micro, Mighty Bright, MTS, Neotech, Otto Link, Pack A Stand, Peter Ponzol, ProHands, Red Label, Reka, Rovner, Ruryon, Selmer, Super Sensitive Strings,Tom Crown, Trophy, Valentino, Vandoren, Warburton, and Yamaha.
B&S A division of American Way Marketing LLC P.O. Box 1681 Elkhart, IN 46515 (574) 295-7466 (866) 594-8664 Fax: (574) 293-9888 John Musselman, pres. Categories: BI, ACC
Black Mountain Musical Enterprises, Inc. 8060 Woodland Dr. Indianapolis, IN 46278 (317) 899-1524 (866) 885-0881 Fax (317) 899-3837 E-mail: Katief@blackmountainmusical.com Web site: www.blackmountainmusical.com Categories: PS/R, S&F, ACC, PRC, P/KB Proprietary Brands: Spencer Instruments, , Terrapin Bags, Jailhouse Blues. Principal Brands: Spencer Instruments, Asheville Instruments, Onstage Stands, Danelectro, Perfektion, Dean Markley, Eleca, Korg, Intellitouch, Wittner, Matrix, Seiko, Qwik Tune, Sabine, Signal Flex, Ping, WD Products, Wedgie, Dunlop, Fred Kelly, Alaska Pick, Picks by the Pound, Goldengate, National, Martin, D’Addario, Fender, Black Diamond, Ernie Ball, Curt Mangan, Kyser, Shubb, Paige, Feel No Fret, Blitz, Clayton, Steven Steel, Eddie Bell, Chopsaver, String Swing, LM Straps, Fort Bryan, Mel Bay, Cassette & Video, Audio Technica, CAD, Hohner, Casio, General Percussion, Groove Juice, Zildjian, Promark, Rhythm Tech, TKO Percussion, Mighty Mite, Performance Plus, Hot Wires, Mighty Brite, Anton Breton, Super Sensitive, Hamilton, Players, Rico, Van Doren, Grover, Trophy, Flinthill, Finger Ease, Remo, Onstage Sticks, Stage AUGUST 2011
Wholesaler Guide Strong Stands, Snark, Structures Cables, Grover Allman Picks, California Guitars, California Amps .
Conn-Selmer, Inc. P.O. Box 310 Elkhart, IN 46515 (574) 522-1675 Fax (574) 522-0034 Web site: www.conn-selmer.com John Stoner, pres. Categories: BI, PRC, ACC, S&F Principal Brands: Bach, Selmer (USA), C.G. Conn, Leblanc, King, Selmer (Paris), Holton, Armstrong, Martin, Yanagisawa, Vito, Lewis, Emerson, Noblet, Benge, Artley woodwinds and brasswinds. Glaesel, Sherl & Roth, and Wm. Lewis string instruments. Ludwig drums and Musser percussion instruments and accessories. Accessories: Bach, MegaTone, CKB, Selmer, C.G. Conn, Bundy, Farkas, Holton, Heim, Leblanc, Yanagisawa, Morales/Backun, E. Rousseau, Primo, JoRal, Ridinour, Vandoren, Legere, Fibracell, Gonzalez, Hemke, LaVox, Mitchell Lurie, BoPep, Kiwi, Gower, Charles Davis, Softone, Harmon, Vacchiano, Tom Crown, Denis Wick, B.E.R.P., Brilhart, Goldentone, Rico, Ridenour, Vinson, Rovner, Kiwi, Olivieri, Gill, Slide-o-Mix, Roy J. Maier, H.W., Al Cass, Hamilton, Manhasset, Petersen, Pack-astand, Korg, Trombotine, Glaesel, Lewis, RAO, Scherl & Roth, Thomastik, Jargar, Super-Sensitive, Glasser, Wolf, Resonans, Kun.
Folkcraft Instruments, Inc. 22133 Main Street P.O. Box 302 Woodburn, IN 46797 (800) 433-3655 Fax: (317) 245-2378 E-mail: sales@folkcraft.com Web site: www.folkcraft.com Categories: S&F, ACC, PM Principal Brands: Folkcraft Appalachian Dulcimers, Legend Hammered Dulcimers, Pathfinder Hammered Dulcimers, Clarenbridge Folk Harps, Psalteries, FolkRoots Appalachian dulcimers, Druid Moon Ukuleles, Druid Moon Dulcileles
Principal Brands: Ace Backstage AKG, Alesis, Alice, Allen & Heath, AMK Speakers, Amplivox, Anchor, Apogee, Aroma, Art, Ashly, Astatic, Atlas Soundolier, Audio Spectrum, Audio-Technica, Audix, Auralex, Aviom, Avlex, B USA, Beyerdynamic, BIAMP, B-Natural, Bogen, BSS, CAD Equitek, Celestion, Chauvet Lighting, Clearcom, Clearsonics, Clock Audio, Community Sound, Corbin, Countryman, Crest Audio, Crown, D’Addario, Danelectro, Darco, DAS Sound Products, dbx Professional, De Rosa, Denon, Drum Fire, Dunlop, Earthworks, EAW Commercial, Electro-Voice, Ernie Ball, EZ Dupe, FBT, Fender Pro Audio, Fostex, Furman, Galaxy Audio, Gator Cases, Gemini, GHS, Glen Burton, Grassroots, Grundorf, Hear Technology, Heil, Hennessey, Herco, HHb, Hosa Technology, Hot Wires, Huntington, Inter-M, JBL, JVC, Kazoobie INC, KDM Electronics, Klark Teknik, Korg, Kyser, Lexicon, Listen Technology, LittleLite, LM Straps, Lowell, Mackie, Marantz, Martin, Mel Bay, Midas, Mid-Atlantic, Mi-Pro, Mounts, NADY Systems, Numark, Omnimount, One Systems, On-Stage, On-Stage GEAR, OnStage Stands, Orange, OWI, PeaveyPeerless, Phillips, Phonic Ear, Players, Presonus, Pro Co, Production Intercom, QSC, Quam, Qwik Tune/ Qwik Time, Rane, Rapco, Raxxess, RDL, Renkus Heinz, Rico, Rolis, Sabine, Samson, Schaller, Secure Cabinets, Sennheiser, Shure, Sonic Lynx, Sony, Sound Advance, Soundcraft, Soundsphere, StringSwing, SurgeX, Symetrix, TASCAM, TC Electronic, TEAC, Telex, TOA, Travel Sonic, Tunerguard, Turbosound, VersaTek, Watch & Learn, Wedgie, Whirlwind, Williams Sound, Xantech, Yamaha Commercial
KENTUCKY Davitt & Hanser (A Division of Hanser Music Group) 3015 Kustom Drive Hebron, KY 41048 Hanser Music Group: (859) 817-7100 Orders: (800) 999-5558 Fax: (800) 451-4944 E-mail: sales@hansermg.com Jack Hanser: Chairman/CEO Robert Imhoff: President Bill Xavier: Executive Vice President Sales & Marketing Patrick Stevenson: VP, Product Development Categories: PS/R, S&F, ACC, BI, PRC, P/ KB Principal Brands: Woods guitars/mandolins/ banjos, Musino violins/cellos/violas, TourGrade stands/cases/bags, Powererks Pro Audio, Shure, Elixir Strings, Audio-Technica, Ernie Ball, D’Addario, Martin, Dean Markley, Kyser, Rico, Vandoren, Dunlop, Remo, Pro-Mark, Regal Tip, Vic Firth, Hohner, Lee Oskar, Paiste, Super-Sensitive, Helicore, Pro Arte, Hamilton, Manhasset. Note: B.C. Rich, Kustom Amplification, Michael Kelly and Traben are separate divisions of HMG.
Musicorp Louisville Distribution Center 11400 Interchange Dr., Ste. 101 Louisville, KY 40229 Web site: www.musicorp.com Dan Roberts, v.p., sls. Principal Brands: (Please see South Carolina listing)
Grassroots Musical Distributor 8250 North 600 West McCordsville, IN 46055 317-336-4766 888-90-GRASS Fax: (317)-336-4769 Email: Sales@grassrootsmusical.com Web site: www.grassrootsmusical.com Purchase online 24 hours a day/ 7 days a week or call Categories: Accessories, Amps, Bags/ Cases, Band/ Orchestra, Bass, Beginner kits, Clearance items, Custom, Branding, Custom Printing, Drums/ Percussion, Guitars, Instructional Books, Videos & Music, Keyboards, Kids instruments, Lifestyle & Apparel, Maintenance Kits, Parts, Pro Audio, Stands, World & Traditional Instruments AUGUST 2011
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Wholesaler Guide MARYLAND International Violin Company, Ltd. 1421 Clarkview Rd., Suite 118 Baltimore, MD 21209 (410) 832-2525 (800) 542-3538 Fax: (410) 832-2528 E-mail: sales@internationalviolin.com Web site: www.internationalviolin.com Lori S. Kirr, pres. Ken Wise, g.m. Categories: S&F, ACC, repair parts, tone wood, tools, bow hair, books Principal Brands: Karl Hofner, Ernst Heinrich Roth, Aubert Lutherie, Dorfler, Wittner, Geipel, Strunal, Semmlinger, Engelhardt-Link, Calvert Violins, Pro-Tec, Gottfried Sturm, Hans Royner, Arcadia Violins, P&H Fiberglass bows, Glasser bows, Motrya Gold, Kun, Despiau, Bausch, Aubert, A. Mirecourt, Hill, Playonair, Intellitouch, Soundboni™, Micro Mesh, Herdim, Ibex, Grobet, Hacklinger, Bend-a-Light, Dunlop, Grover Rotomatic Machines, L.R. Baggs, Henry Strobel, Harry Wake. Strings: Super-Sensitive, Dr. Thomastik, D’Addario, Pirastro, Kaplan, La Bella, Prim, Larsen, Jargar, Corelli, Black Diamond.
Score Mktg.
P.O. Box 34431 Bethesda, MD 20827 (301) 765-7788 Fax: (301) 765-7790 E-Mail: sales@scoremktg.com Marc Ingber Categories: ACC, PRC Brands: Corriciadan Slides, Chopsaver, Wrap-N-Strap, Rick Rock Picks, Lizard
Spit Polishes, Chromatic Watch Co., Drum Stackerz, Bolo Ligatures, Kick Dirk, Facelift Guitar Decals, Mighty Moe Amp Straps
Tascam, Tecnec, Toshiba, TV One, VFI, Vinten
MASSACHUSETTS
Castiglione Accordion Co.
Harris Musical Products Inc. 49 Rose Street Stoughton, MA 02072 (781) 341-0776 Fax: (781) 341-0778 E-mail: harris.musical@verizon.net Web site: www.harrismusical.com Marc Harris Categories: S & F, ACC, PRC, BI Principal Brands: Picks by the Pound, Sticks by the Pound, US Blues, Buckaroo, Feel no Fret, Famous #351, Narragansett, Innersoul, Guitarlamp, Timber Tones.
Shoreview Distribution 69 Elm Street Foxboro, MA 02035 781.784.1144 Fax: 781.784.4680 E-Mail: Luke@shoreviewdistribution.com Web Site: www.shoreviewdistribution.com Luke Furr, President Categories: Professional Audio, Professional Video, Consumer Electronics, Projectors, DJ & Lighting, Video Conferencing Principal Brands: Anton Bauer, Audio Accessories, Canon, Comprehensive, Da-Lite, Denon, Echo, FEC, IDX, IK Multimedia, InterM, JVC, Mackie, Martin, Miller, Miranda, Monster, Motorola, Optoma, Panasonic, Peerless Mounts, Petrol, Phoenix Audio, Philips, Pioneer, Premier Mounts, Sachtler, Samsung, Sandisk, Sharp, Sonnox, Sony,
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MICHIGAN 13300 E. 11 Mile, Suite A Warren, MI 48089-1367 (586) 755-6050 Fax: (586) 755-6339 E-mail: johncast@bignet.net Web site: www.castiglioneaccordions.com John Castiglione, pres. Categories: S&F, ETH, ACC, B&O, PM, accordions, concertinas, button boxes, amps, pickups, folk instruments, reed instruments, used accordions, MIDI instruments, wireless MIDI systems, Roland reedless accordions, Roland amps. Principal Brands: Beltuna, Excelsior, Scandalli, Paolo Soprani, Guerrini, Dallape, Bugari, Hohner, Melodjia, Strasser, Karntnerland, Castiglione, Stagi Concertinas, Tyrolean, Master MIDI’s, Musictech MIDI’s, Logic MIDI Systems, Polytone Amplifiers, Centaur Amplifiers, Delicia & Halavecek, Ciao Electronics with reedless and reed accordions, Sem Accordions, Orla Keyboards, Orlavox Reedless Accordions, Orla Arrangers, Midivox III Excelsior Accordions, E. Soprani Accordions, Roland FR 5 and FR 7 Virtual Accordions Rolando Reedless Accordions Amps & Keyboards.
LPD Music International 32575 Industrial Dr. Madison Heights, MI 48071 (248) 585-9630 (800) 527-5292 Fax: (248) 585-7360 E-mail: mail@lpdmusic.com Web site: www.lpdmusic.com Sonia Vallis, pres. Tom Vallis, v.p. Categories: PS/R, S&F, ETH, ACC, BI, PRC, PM, P/KB Principal Brands: American DJ, AudioTechnica, Audix, Blessing, Casio, City Limits Straps, Community, Conquest, Crestwood guitars, Danelectro, Darling Divas Guitars, Dunlop, Electro-Voice, Englehardt, EPM, Vic Firth, Furman Sound, Galaxy Audio, GCI Technologies, Korg Tuners, Grab Bag, Hal Leonard, Hohner, Hosa, Italia Guitars, Josef Bremen Stringed Instruments, Latin Groove percussion, Latin Percussion, L.R. Baggs, Middle Atlantic, Nady, Neotech, Lee Oskar, Oscar Schmidt, Paracho Elite, Pignose, Pro-Co, Pro-Mark, Qwik Tune, Remo, Rhythm Tech, Seiko, Selmer accessories, Sennheiser, Shure, SKB, Soundcraft, Sparrow Guitars, Sperzel, String Swing, Switchcraft, Tara Guitars, Tascam, Telex, Thomastik, TKO Percussion, Tube-Tech Stands, Ultimate Support, Windsor band instruments, Yamaha, Zildjian accessories.
M&M Distributing Co. 2465 S. Industrial Hwy. Ann Arbor, MI 48106-1411 (800) 98-STRAD (987-8723) 50 MMR
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Wholesaler Guide Fax: (800) 99-STRAD (997-8723) E-mail: mm@mandmdistributing.com Web Site: www.MandMdistributing.com Haig Avsharian, pres. Categories: S&F, wholesale distributor of all bowed instruments, cases, strings, and accessories Principal Brands: Pirastro, Thomastik, Jargar, Super-Sensitive, Sensicore, Larsen, Dominant, Prim, D’Addario, Cushy, American Case Co., Play-on-Air, Carlsson, Heritage, Tourte, Kun, Otto Ernst Fischer, Children’s Music Series, Finkel, Schneider, Hoffmann, H.R. Pfretzschner bows, Stretto Humidifiers, Nilton music stands, John Cheng workshop violins, Evy Lavrent Bows, Toshiba Cases, Overture Strings, Presto Carbon Fiber Bows, Embassy Cases, Plug ‘N Play Electric Violins, Cellos, Amps; Suzuki.
MISSOURI KC Music Supply LLC 1300 Quebec N. Kansas City, MO 64116 (816) 781-7312 Order Line (toll-free) 1-877-424-9060 Fax: (816) 781-7312 E-mail: kcmusicsup@aol.com Jim Grimm, pres. Categories: S&F, ACC, PRC Brands: Shoal Creek Guitars, Kyser, Hercules, Shubb, Eleca, Performance Plus, Intellitouch, Qwik Tune, TKL, Intelli, Trophy, Ultra, Seiko, Kay, Applecreek Dulcimers, Grover, Perris, California Guitars/ Amps, Might Brite, and many more.
MMB Music 9051 Watson Road Suite 161 St. Louis, MO 63126 (314) 531-9635 (800) 543-3771 Fax: (314) 531-8384 E-mail: info@mmbmusic.com Web site: www.mmbmusic.com Michelle Brady, President Categories: PRC Principal Brands: Studio 49 Orff Instruments, Exclusive US Distributor
Francois Louis, Dunlop, Legere, Otto Link, Super-Sensitive, Rovner, Planet Waves, TKL, Cleartone, Denis Wick.
Entertainment Power Systems, Rosco, Lee Filters, Clear Com Systems, Northern Case, JB Lighting, Compulite, Wireless Solutions.
NEW JERSEY
D’Andrea Inc.
Musical Distributors Group 9 Mars Court Unit C3 Boonton, NJ 07005 (866) 632-8346 Fax: (973) 335-7779 Email: Sales@musicaldistributors.com www.musicaldistributors.com Categories: S&F, Pro Sound, Recording, Acc, Percu, DJ, Amps Brands: i-Tab, American Recorder,Ampridge Cables, Beat Kangz, Coffin Case, EBS Bass, Encore Guitars, Fernandes Guitars, Fret-King Guitars, Gig-FX Pedals, Hiwatt Amplificant, Kerly Strings, Pacemaker DJ, Olympus ProAudio, Vintage Guitars, Laney Amplification.
NEW YORK Creative Stage Lighting Co., Inc. P.O. Box 567 149 Rte. 28 N. North Creek, NY 12853 (518) 251-3302 Fax: (518) 251-2908 E-mail: info@creativestagelighting.com Web site: www.creativestagelighting.com Categories: Lighting Supplier, Rentals, Fixtures, Lamps, Consoles, Rigging hardware. Principal Brands: Dura-Flex, Entertainment Industry Tape, Cam-Lok, Altman, High End Systems, Osram-Sylvania, GE, ETC, James Thomas Engineering, Suspension Solutions,
115 Eileen Way Syosset, NY 11791 (516) 496-2200 Fax: (516) 496-2425 E-mail: info@dandreainc.com Web site: www.dandreausa.com Fred DiTomasso or Terry Day Categories: S&F, ACC Principal Brands: D’Andrea Picks & Music Gear, Snarling Dogs, Kepur Straps, Ice Pix, SpiderCapo, Ace by D’Andrea, KSD (Ken Smith Designs) Basses, D’Andrea Custom Imprint Shop.
Ideal Musical Merchandise Co. 150 W. 22 St., 2nd floor New York, NY 10011 (212) 675-5050 Fax: (212) 989-9275 E-mail: info@emmcmusic.com Web site: www.emmcmusic.com Kate Loeb, pres. Categories: S&F, BI Principal Brands: Stringed instruments by Josef Lorenz, Andreas Morelli, Jan Kulik, G. F. Heberlein, Hermann Lowendall, Roma, Wenzel Kohler Cellos & Basses, Roman Teller, Ernst Heinrich Roth, T.G. Pfretzschner, G.A. Pfretzschner, Enesco Stringed Instruments, Artur Teller Violins & Violas, Emanuel Wilfer Basses, Lothar Semmlinger, Rudy & Josef Schuster Cellos. Basses 1/10 to 3/4 size by Enesco & Roma. Cases by Gordge, Gewa, Jaeger
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St. Louis Music A division of U.S. Band & Orchestra Supplies Inc. 1400 Ferguson Avenue St. Louis, MO 63133 (314) 727-4512 Fax: (314) 727-8929 E-mail: info@usbandsupplies.com Web site: www.stlouismusic.com Mark Ragin, CEO Categories: B1, S&F, PRC, ACC Principal Brands: Alvarez Guitars, Knilling String Instruments, Austin Guitars, Zonda Reeds, Perfection Pegs, SLM Accessories, Viva, Jade, Alexander Supereal, D’addario, Rico, Vandoren, C.F. Martin, Paiste, Evans, Remo, Vic Firth, ProMark, Dean Markley, Audio Technica, Sennheiser, Zildjian, Korg, Boss, Hohner, Selmer, Yamaha, Manhasset, Thomastic-Infeld, Innovative Percussion, AUGUST 2011
Coming in early fall, the new powerful, lightweight, 120 watt Loudbox Artist. And get ready for this: a street price under $500.
Visit us at NAMM Booth 1110
See us at NAMM Booth 1110
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Wholesaler Guide & Winter. Wittner Metronomes, Music Stands & Tuning Forks, Bows by Joseph Richter, Heinz Dolling, Otto Durrschmidt, Horst Schicker, Herbert Wanka, Willhelm Raum, Alfred Knoll, Lothar Seifert and C.F. Durro Carbon Fiber Bows. Strings by Pirastro, Prim, Kaplan, Jargar, Thomastik and Larsen. Cadet Band Instruments, Musica Rotary Band Instruments, Amati Band Instruments, Aubert Mirecourt & Despiau Bridges, Rosin by Hill, Liebenzeller, Pop’s, Nyman. Shoulder Rests by Kun, Wolf & Resonans, violin maker’s wood & tools, Ideal Instrument Products.
Lou Capece Music/Music World Ent. Inc. 2555 North Jerusalem Road East Meadow, NY 11554 (516) 221-5596 (800) 321-5584 Fax: (800) 573-3630 E-mail: sales@loucapecemusic.com Web site: www.loucapecemusic.com Lou Capece, pres. Categories: PS/R, S&F, ETH, ACC, BI, PRC, P/KB Principal Brands: Di Palo violin, Oxford violin, viola, cello, double bass, New York Pro guitar, mandolin, electric bass, Danville amp, Daphon effects pedal, New York Pro gig bag, New York Pro drumsticks, Intelli Tuners, Intelli metronome, Kyser Capos, Shubb Capos, New York Pro tenor sax, alto sax, trumpet, clarinet, pocket trumpet, trombones, Mr. Music stands, Mr. Tambourine, Gliga Vasile violin, Oxford violin, viola, cello strings, Panasonic batteries, Schaller strap lock, Fort Bryan strap, American Pro rosin, Wittner, Loud Mouth speakers, Dean Markley Strings, Parrott Harmonicas, Super-Sensitive, Buffalo Products, Sky Products, Music Net Work Products, Drum Boy bongos & congas, Play-On Tunes.
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Micro Musical Products Corp. 18008 Liberty Ave. Jamaica, NY 11433 (718) 658-1030 Fax: (718) 658-5942 Categories: BI Principal Brands: Duplexo, Free-Tone, Le Pectole, Nu-Shine, SPIVAK, Shastock, Thermo-flox.
New Sensor Corp. (Electro-Harmonix/Sovtek) 55-01 2nd Street Long Island City, NY 11101 (718) 937-8300 (800) 633-5477 Fax: (718) 937-9111 E-mail: sales@newsensor.com Web site: www.newsensor.com and www.ehx.com Categories: PS/R, ACC Principal Brands: Electro-Harmonix Effect Pedals, EHX Guitar Strings, Sovtek vacuum tubes, Electro-Harmonix vacuum tubes, Tungsol vacuum tubes, Mullard vacuum tubes, Genelex Gold Lion vacuum tubes, JJ vacuum tubes, Svetlana vacuum tubes, JJ Electronic vacuum tubes and others. Eminence speakers, EH speakersDunlop sound effects, Pro Co sound effects, E-Bow sound effects JJ capacitors, Sprague Capacitors, Illinois capacitors, Xicoa capacitors, F & T capacitors, Switchcraft Parts, Carling Parts, CTS Parts, Alpha Parts, Marshall parts, Fender parts, Craig chemicals, Duracell batteries
Rhythm Tech, Inc. 29 Beechwood Ave. New Rochelle, NY 10801 (914) 636-6900 (800) 726-2279 Fax: (914) 636-6947 Web site: www.rhythmtech.com
Richard Taninbaum, pres. & CEO Categories: ETH, ACC, BI, PRC Principal Brands: Rhythm Tech Tambourine, Solo Tambourines, True Colors Tambourines; Studio, Cocktail and Live Shakers; Fruits, Eggz, Canz & Maraquitas Shakers; Stickball & Stick Jingl-er; Rhythm Tech Maracas & Gemini Maracas, Trigger Triangle, Rhythm Tech Cabasa & Piccolo Cabasa; Barbells, Chatterbox, Tambinio child-safe Tambourine, DST Drum Set Tambourine, Studio Series Cowbell, Moon Block, Bar Chimes, Studio Chimes, The Skratcher, Crasher, Metalworks Percussion, Rhythm Tech Conga, Bongos, Djembes, Timbales; Eclipse Conga, Bongos & Djembes; DSM2 Universal Mount, DSM Quad Mount, MGT Mountable Gig Tray, Wireless Mic Clip, Active Snare System, Balance, Bass Drum Beater, The Hat Trick, IT Tuners, Pro Torq Drum Key, The Laptop, The DKP & DKP2 Drum Kit Pack, BSX Basics Percussion Pack
Tone King Corp. P.O. Box 1095 Wyandanch, NY 11798 (631) 643-8333 (800) 662-3478 Fax: (631) 643-8005 Evelyn Conrad, pres. Categories: S&F, ETH, ACC, PRC, BI Principal Brands: Ace Products, Adamas, Al Cass, Alaska Pic, Aranjuez, Augustine, Barnes & Mullin, Big Bends, Blessing, Black Diamond, Blitz, Blue Juice, Bo Pep, C.B.I. Cables, Cannon, Chopsaver, Clark Tinwhistles, D’Andrea, Dampits, Danelectro, Danmar, Dava, Dean Markley, DEG, Dunlop, Duracell, Ebow, Emerald, ,Ernie Ball, Farley, Fender, Finger Ease, Gibson, Gill, Glasser Bows, Grover/ Trophy, H.W. Products, Hamilton Stands, Harmon, Harris Products, Hearos, Hodge, Hohner, Holz, ,Huang, Humes & Berg, Intellitouch, John Pearse, Jones/Meason Double Reeds,
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masterkey 49 Simply a Great Deal
It’s not hard to get excited about the masterkey 49 USB controller keyboard, because there’s a great deal to talk about. Let’s start with 49 velocity-sensitive, synthstyle keys, pitch bend and modulation wheels, 4 controller knobs, a fader, a sustain pedal input, and a red LED display. And of course, masterkey 49 works with all current Windows or Mac music software products. Add to that a full version of Presonus’ incredible DAW Studio One Artist, which offers complete audio and MIDI recording capability, full editing, 25 native effects
and virtual instrument plug-ins, 4 GB+ of additional content and much more. At MSRP $129.99 masterkey 49 offers more value than any other similarly priced USB controller keyboard. It’s more than a great deal for the customer; it’s a great deal for you, the reseller, as well. Call us today to hear more about why masterkey 49 is simply a great deal! Or register your interest in our expanding product range online: www.acorn-instruments.com/dealer
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Acorn Instruments is a part of Nektar Technology. © 2011 Nektar Technology, Inc. All rights reserved.
Wholesaler Guide K&M, Korg, Kyser, La Bella, Lee Oskar, LM Straps, Luthier, Micro, Mighty Bright, Mollard Batons, Neotech, P&H Bows, Paige Capos, Performance Plus, Petersen, Ping, Pop’s Bass Rosin, Pyramid Strings, Qwik Tune, RDM, Redland, RegalTip, Remo, Resonans, RhythmTech, Rockstop, Rovner, Runyon, Savarez, Schaller, Seiko, Shubb, Signal Flex, SKB, Snark, Steve Clayton, Super-Sensitive, Thomastik-Infeld, TKL, Tom Crown, Vater, Vic Firth, WM Kratt, Xeros, Zildjian
NORTH CAROLINA Rowdy Pickers Musical Products PO Box 4899 Mooresville, NC 28117 (850) 380-3438 E-mail: lawson@rowdypickers.com Web site: www.rowdypickers.com Contact Lawson Peets Catagories Strings, Books, Replacement Tuners, and Accessories Principle Brands-- COB Picks, Dean Markley, Osborne Banjo Heads, Morrell Books, and PegHeds® Geared Tuners.
Fax: 412-683-3110 E-mail: sales@aimgifts.com Web site: www.aimgifts.com Albert Elovitz, pres. Categories: ACC, general music gift merchandise, accessories Principal Brands: AIM, Albert Elovitz Inc.
Breezy Ridge Instruments, Ltd. John Pearse Strings P.O. Box 295 Center Valley, PA 18034 (610) 691-3302 Fax: (610) 691-3304 E-mail: info@jpstrings.com Web site: jpstrings.com Mary Faith Rhoads-Lewis, CEO Categories: S&F, ACC, ETH, PM, video courses Principal Brands: John Pearse Strings & Acc., John Pearse Books & Video Lessons; Breezy Ridge Hammer Dulcimers, Ol’ Reliable Capos, D’Angle, Artiste Strings & Rosins, Weissenborn Strings, Nuages Gypsy Strings, Lil’ Nipper, K’Saire, John Pearse Armrests, JP Acoustic Pickups, Django Buttons, Wood, Horn & Bone Fancy Picks, Fast
Turtles, Jazz & Studio Flat Picks, The Edge Slide, Brass King Pins, Horn Bridge Pins, Bone Bridge Pins, Faux Tortoiseshell Bridge Pins, John Hartford Banjo Strings, Vintage Thumbpicks, Hi-Rider Fingerpicks.
Hoshino USA P.O. Box 886 Bensalem, PA 19020 (215) 638-8670 (800) 669-8262 Fax: (215) 245-8583 E-mail: customerservice@hoshinousa.com Web site: www.ibanez.com www.tama.com Bill Reim, pres. Categories: S&F, PRC, Guitar/Signal Processing, Guitar and Bass Amplifiers Principal Brands: Ibanez Guitars & Basses, Ibanez Electronics & Amplification, Tama Drums & Hardware.
RHODE ISLAND JR Music Supply LLC 93 Hazel St.
OHIO V.J. Rendano Co. Inc. 755 E. 82nd St. Cleveland, OH 44103 (216) 881-0599 (800) 321-4048 Fax: (216) 432-3642 Categories: S&F, BI, PRC, P/KB, amps Principal Brands: Galveston, Monique, T.J. Percussion, Texarkana, Casio, Pro Co, Audio-Technica, Karera, Shure Microphones.
Universal Percussion Inc. 1431 Heck Rd. Columbiana, OH 44408 (330) 482-5750 Fax: (330) 482-5760 E-mail: sales@universalpercussion.com Web site: www.universalpercussion.com Tom Shelley, pres. Categories: ACC, PRC, two full lines of drums sets Principal Brands: Cannon, Mega, JAMM, Attack, Zildjian, Vic Firth, Pro-Mark, Vater, Regal Tip, Mike Balter, Drum Workshop, Rhythm Tech, Mic-Eze, RealFeel, Sound Off, Percussion Publications, Wuhan, Handzon Latin Goods, Beato Bags, Innovative Percussion, Black Swamp Percussion, Videos & DVDs, Holz, Cymbal Cleaners Asst., Lug Lock, Latin Percussion, Ludwig, Noble & Cooley, Pure Sound, Tree Works, Trick, XL Products, Qwik Time, Evans Products. Full Distributor of Zildjian Cymbals and Remo Drum Heads.
Wally Reyes, Jr. Lindsey Buckingham
PENNSYLVANIA AIM Gifts/ Albert Elovitz Inc. 3001 Penn Ave. Pittsburgh, PA 16066 (800) 233-2800 54 MMR
©2011 Latin Percussion
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Wholesaler Guide Woonsocket, RI 02895 (401) 762-2278 (800) 333-EADG Fax (401) 762-2215 E-mail: info@jrmusicsupply.com Web site: www.jrmusicsupply.com Categories: Manufacturer/distributor of violin-family instruments & accessories Principal Brands: Instruments: Sheng Liu, Euro, Calin Wultur; Master Instruments by Andrzej Swietlinski, Josef Simon, Andrzej Glodek, Jarek Koscielny, Wojciech Topa, Roman Glogowski, Tadeusz Wojciechowski, and Jan Szlachtowski. Bows: Jean Tabary Carbon Fiber Jet Bows, JT Pernambuco-Graphite Bows, JT Prism Bows, JT Apprentice Bows. Cases: JR Featherlight Cello, JR Cocoon Cello. Strings: Pirastro, D’Addario, Thomastic, Super Sensitive, Jargar, Larsen, Warchal, Prim, Eurosonic, and more.
SOUTH CAROLINA MBT Lighting P.O. Box 63366 North Charleston, S.C. 29419-3366
(800) 641-8392 Email: info@mbtlighting.com Web site: www.mbtlighting.com Categories: Lighting & Sound
Musicorp 2456 Remount Road, Suite 305 North Charleston, S.C. 29406 Mailing Address: P.O. Box 63366 North Charleston, S.C. 29419-3366 (843) 745-8501 (800) 845-1922 Fax: (843) 745-8502 Web site: www.musicorp.com Categories: S&F, PS/R, BI, PRC, ACC, KB Principal Brands: Barcus-Berry, J.B. Player, Percussion Plus, Arbor, J.Reynolds, RMS, Amigo, Hamer XT Series, Lauren, MBT Lighting, Sierra Guitars, Stageline, MBT Cases, Samson, Zoom, Hartke, Yamaha guitar packages and portable keyboards, Sabian, Dean Guitars, Luna Guitars, Shadow, Fender Accessories, Groove Tubes. Categories: PS/R: Pro Sound/Recording; Stringed & Fretted: ETH, Ethnic: ACC, Accessories: BI Band Instruments: PRC:
Percussion: PM Print Music: P/KB: Piano/ Keyboard
M&A Sales, LLC 2456 Remount Road #305 N. Charleston, SC 29406 (800) 323-6500 Fax: (800) 646-1950 Categories: S&F, PS/R, BI, PRC, ACC, KB Principal Brands: MBT Lighting & Sound, Barcus-Berry, Stageline, Dean Guitars, Sabian, RMS, Percussion Plus, Adam, Lauren, J. Reynolds, J B Player, Arbor, Amigo, MBT cases, Wings
TENNESSEE EMD Music, Inc. P.O. Box 487 LaVergne, TN 37086 (866) 871 5800 (615) 793-8787 Fax: (877) 231-6653 E-mail: usa@emdmusic.com Web site: www.staggmusic.com Categories: PS/R, S&F, ETH, ACC, BI, PRC Principal Brands: Stagg, Remo, Nomad Cases, Benz Reeds
Kaman Music Corp. 1042A Fred White Blvd. Portland, Tenn. 37148 (615) 325-7104 Principal Brands: (Please see KMC Connecticut listing)
Morrell Music
What the Fusheki? The foot pedal bracket with a maraca – the LP Fusheki. What will we come up with next?
Distributing Co. 2306 W. State St. Bristol, TN 37620 (423) 968-5811 Curtis Morrell, pres. Categories: S&F, ACC, PRC, PM, guitars, cases, videotapes Principal Brands: Morrell, Martin, Dunlop, Super-Sensitive, Anton Breton, Mapes, Hohner, D’Andrea, TKL, La Bella, Flinthill, Kyser, Lou Capece, Eleca, Saga, Onboard, L&M, Long Hollow.
The Music Link Corp. 2526 Quality Lane Knoxville, TN 37931 Toll Free 1-888-552-5465 E-mail: sales@themusiclink.net Web site: www.themusiclink.net Principal Brands: (Please see California listing)
TEXAS Allparts
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13027 Brittmoore Park Dr. Houston, TX 77041 (800) 327-8942 Fax: (713) 466-5803 Categories: ACC Principal Brands: Allparts, ABM-Mueller, Bartolini, Bigsby, Buzzstop, CTS, Danelectro, Earvana, Gotoh, Graph Tech, Grover, Gurian, Hipshot, Leo Quan, Razor, SwitchMMR 55
Wholesaler Guide craft, Schaller, Sperzel, Joe Barden, TremolNo, Lace, Fender, Gibson, Tone-Pros, Moses Graphite, Q-Parts, Bourns.
M&M Merchandisers Inc. 1923 Bomar Ave. Fort Worth, TX 76103 (800) 299-9035
Fax: (800) 687-0203 E-mail: sales@mmwholesale.com Web site: www.mmwholesale.com Marty Stenzler, CEO, pres. Chuck Franklin, COO Categories: Acoustic, electric, bass guitars and accessories, amplifiers, banjos, mandolins, percussion, horns and reed instru-
ments, instructional books and videos, DJ lighting and sound, retail supplies. Principal Brands: Trinity River, Kona, Oscar Schmidt, Alpine, B.A Starr, Fender, Pyle Pro, Danelectro, Qwik Tune, Harris Musical Products, Black Diamond, GP Percussion, Zildjian, Musician’s Workshop, Watch and Learn, Hal Leonard, Mirage, Shure, Gemini, Audio-Technica, Audix, Chauvet, Gem Sound, Phonic, Ernie Ball, D’Adario, Washburn, GHS, Maestro, Huang, Casio, Hohner, Barraza, Main Street, Fat Boy, Merano, Zebra, Audiopipe, MTX, Yamaha, Grover , Dean Markley.
VERMONT Metropolitan Music Co. P.O. Box 1415 4861 Mountain Rd. Stowe, VT 05672 866-846-5461 (802) 253-4814 Fax: (802) 253-9834 E-mail: sales@metmusic.com Web site: www.metmusic.com Rob Juzek, partner Categories: S&F, ACC Principal Brands: John Juzek Stringed Instruments, E. Wilfer Basses, Resonans Shoulder Rests, Ultra Practice Mutes, Ibex Luthier Tools, Juzek Tools USA, Thomastik, Pirastro, Larsen, Super-Sensitive, Prim, LaBella, Jargar, Warchal, Dörfler Bows, Glasser, Kaces, Soundwear, Kun, Mach, Intelli, Wittner, Teller, Despiau, Aubert, Melos Rosin, Herdim Tools, Simeon Chambers Tonewood, Hammerl Varnish.
VIRGINIA Hohner, Inc. 1000 Technology Park Dr. Glen Allen, VA 23059 (800) 446-6010 Fax: (804) 515-0189 Email: webinfo@hohnerusa.com Web site: www.hohnerusa.com Categories: S&F, PRC, Music Ed Inst. (Orff), ACC, Harmonicas, accordions, recorders, melodicas, kazoos, guitars, ukuleles, banjos, mandolins, drums, microphones, musical toys & children’s instruments, Orff instruments, bags & cases, instrument stands & musical accessories. Principal Brands: Hohner, Lanikai, Sonor, Hohner Kids, Rockwood by Hohner, HSS Bags & Cases, Kohala.
Sonor Drums 1000 Technology Park Dr. Glen Allen, VA 23059 (804) 515-1900 (877) 337-6667 Fax: (804) 515-0347 Web site: www.sonor.com www.myspace.com/sonorusa Categories: PRC Principal Brands: Sonor Drums and Percussion. 56 MMR
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Wholesaler Guide WISCONSIN Dynamic Music Distributing P.O. Box 270655 Milwaukee, WI 53227 Phone: (800) 343-3003 Fax: (800) 211-5570 E-mail: scicero@dynamicmusicdist.com Categories: B&O, Drum & Guitar Accessories, Printed Music & DVD Media, Music Stands, Guitars, Drums, Band Instruments. Proprietary Brands: Archer (guitars), Union (drums), Ravel (band instruments) Distributor Brands: Yamaha accessories, Selmer accessories, Jones, Emerald, La
Voz, Al Cass,Chem-Pak, Micro, Roche Thomas, Super Sensitive, Glasser, Trophy, The Original Swab Co., Neotech, Fibracell, Blitz, Mighty Bright, Sho-All, Blessing accessories, Sherman, DEG, Chartier, Zonda, Harmon, Reed Mate, Alisyn, Berp, Meason, Kratt, Tastee-Reeds, LM Products, Manhasset, Hamilton, On-Stage, Hal Leonard, Alfred, Mel Bay, Word, Remo, Rhythm-Tech, Mike Balter, Zildjian accessories, Sabian, Vater, Kinder, Regal, Aquarian, DW hardware, Rhythm Band, Treeworks, Trick, Slug, Puresound, Ludwig accessories, Danmar, Kaces, Grover, Korg, Dunlop, SKB, Ebow, Dean Markley, Evets, Fort Bryan, Shubb,
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Kyser, Middle Atlantic, Audio-Technica.
Hal Leonard Corporation 7777 W. Bluemound Rd. Milwaukee, WI 53213 P: 800-554-0626 / 414-774-3630 F: 414-774-3259 www.halleonard.com sales@halleonard.com VP of National Sales: David Jahnke Senior VP of Sales: Doug Lady Categories: PS/R, ACC, PM Principal Brands: Print Music – Songbooks/Instructional Publications/DVDs: Hal Leonard Guitar Method, Hal Leonard Student Piano Library, Essential Elements, E-Z Play Today, FastTrack, Play Today, Hal Leonard Jazz Play-Along, Hal Leonard Guitar Play-Along, Hal Leonard Bass Play-Along, Hal Leonard Drum Play-Along, Hal Leonard Keyboard Play-Along, Hal Leonard Pro Vocal Series, Sing with the Choir, Hal Leonard Big Band Play-Along, Hal Leonard Blues PlayAlong, Hal Leonard Harmonica Play-Along, Hal Leonard Worship Band Play-Along, Guitar Recorded Versions, Signature Licks, Berklee Press, Musicians Institute, Cherry Lane, Centerstream, Homespun, Hudson Music, Rock House, Meredith Music, Music Sales America, Faber Piano Adventures, Willis Music, Shawnee Press, De Haske, String Letter Publishing, Disney Publications, Ashley Music, Brentwood/Benson, Fred Bock, Modern Drummer Publications, Music Minus One, Lee Roberts Publications, Rubank, Tara Publications, Canadian Brass, Lillenas, Word Music, Christian Music Summit Classical: G. Schirmer, Boosey & Hawkles, G. Henle, Schott, Universal BMG (Ricordi, Durand, EMB, Salabert), Novello, Chester Pro Sound/Recording Software: Pro Tools, M-Audio, Sibelius, MakeMusic (Finale), Steinberg, Korg (USB Controllers), Antares (Auto-Tune) POD Studio Recording Interfaces, Propellerhead, PG Music, BIAS, Olympus Portable Recorders, Avid, Garritan Sounds, IK Multimedia, Roland MT-90U, Yamaha (headphones, Portable Digital Recorder), Tapspace, Practica Musica, Music Wizard Group Accessories/Gifts: Art Strings Publishing (greeting cards, posters, mugs, mousepads, totes), ChopSaver Lip Balm, GigLight Music Lamps, Hohner Harmonicas, Marlo Folders, Castiv Star Page Flip, Supervocal Health Products, Section 8 Ear & Headphones, Korg (tuners & metronomes), Petersen Music Stands, Rhino Music Stands, Sellers Calendars, Yamaha (B&O accessories, recorders), Acorn Pennywhistles, Willis Music Composer Statuettes Magazines: Christian Musician, Guitar Edge, In Tune, Making Music, Modern Drummer, Music Alive, Premier Guitar, Sing Out!, Worship Musician Trade/Reference Books: Amadeus Press, Applause Theatre & Cinema Books, Backbeat Books, Chronicle Books, Focal Press, Hal Leonard Books, Jawbone Press, Limelight Editions, MusicPro Guides, Omnibus AUGUST 2011
Wholesaler Guide Press, Random House, Record Research, Vintage Guitar Books, Watson-Guptill Publications, Writer’s Digest Books
PUERTO RICO Tropical Music of Puerto Rico P.O. Box 8733 San Juan, Puerto Rico 00910 (787) 726-1750 Fax: (787) 727-8181 Boyde Benfield, pres. Categories: PS/R, S&F, ACC. BI, PR, P/KB
CANADA B&J Music Ltd. (Subsidiary of KMC Music Inc.) 2360 Tedlo St. Mississauga, ON L5A 3V3, Canada (905) 896-3001 (800) 268-8147 Fax: (905) 896-4554, (800) 777-3265 E-mail: bjmusic@kmcmusic.com Dale Kroke, sr. v.p., gen. mgr. Categories: S&F, BI, PRC, ACC Principal Brands: Adamas, Antigua, Applause, Augustine, Austin City, Bari, Becker, Belmonte, Big Idea Guys, Black Diamond, Bridget, CAD Professional Mics, CB Educational Percussion, CB Percussion, Celebrity, Cherub, Corelli, Darco, Durro,
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Eldon, E.M. Winston, Firstnote, Genz Benz, Gibraltar, Gretsch, Grover, Hamer, Hearos, Herco, Hercules, Hirade, Hohner, Ingles, Intellitouch, Jasmine, Jim Dunlop, La Bella, Lee Oskar, LP, Manhasset, Martin, Matrix, Mighty Bright, Montana, Music Boy, Nuvo, Ovation, Perri’s Leathers, Ping, Ramirez, Remo, Retro Parts, Rimshot, Rodam, RTOM, Sanyo, Seiko, Sierra, SignalFlex, SKB, Sousa Band, Super Sensitive, Takamine, TKL, Toca, Tranzamps, Treeworks, Trophy, Ultra, V-Tech, Vega, Vic Firth, Wittner, Zildjian, Fender.
Beda Sales 2634 Shaughnessy St. Port Coquitlam, BC V3C 3G6 (604) 942-1257 (800) 663-5800 Fax: (604) 942-4022 E-mail: beda_sales@telus.net Web site: www.bedasales.ca Donna L. Barina, pres. Categories: S&F Principal Brands: Thomastik, Pirastro, Hofner, Wittner, Jargar, Kun, Skylark, Aubert, Dorfler, Hidersine, Hill, Aubert, Dick, Wittner, Weidler, Super-Sensitive, Larsen, Glasser.
Coast Music (a division of Jam Industries Ltd.) 21000 TransCanada Highway,
See us at NAMM Booth 1636
Baie D’Urfe, Québec H9X 4B7. (514) 457-2555 Sales (800)-363-8460 Fax: (514) 457-0055 800-263-5851. E-mail: info@coastmusic.ca Web site: www.coastmusic.ca. and www.coastmusic.com Martin Golden, Chairman of Jam Industries Ltd.; Eddy Shenker, Co-Chairman of Jam Industries; Marty Szpiro, President, Jam Industries; Manuel Senra, Vice-president of Coast Music; Gil Karout, General Manager. Product Managers: Alex Kundakcioglu, band & orchestral; Scott Atkins, Sonor and percussion. Product specialty: S&F, ACC, BI, PM Brands: Alabama (banjos, mandolins); Alegria (violins, violas, cellos); Amy Birch (rosin); Angel (recorders and educational); Apple Creek (Dulcimers), Aubert (string instrument accessories), Augustine (strings), Bausch (violin accessories), Boblen (cases) Bravo (guitars); Cannon (percussion parts), CNB (bags and cases), Crafter ( guitars ); Dean Markley (Strings), Delta Blues (harmonicas and accordions); Dunlop (strings, effects and pedals, guitar accessories), Elixir (strings), Eden Electronics, Majestic Concert and Marching Percussion, RANDALL Amplifiers, EPM (pickups), Falcone (Pianos),
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Wholesaler Guide Fiore (accordions), Generation (penny whistles),GHS (strings and accessories), Graph Tech (Guitar Parts), Grover (Fretted Instrument Accessories), Hobart M. Cable (pianos), Gypsy Rose (guitars), Herco (Maintenance products), Hill (rosin), Hindersine (Rosin), Hohner (harmonicas, accordions and accessories), Jay Junior (guitars) Jay Turser (guitars); Kun (shoulder rests), Jupiter (band instruments), Leem (cables), Mahalo (ukuleles), Manhasset (stands), Mano Percussion (congas, quintos, tumbadoras, bongos, djembes, accessories); Martin (strings), Mega (amplifiers) Menzel (violins, double basses, cellos, and accessories); Mighty Bright (LED lights), Neotech (straps), Pacific Trends (Piano Lamps), Paganini (Rosin), Procussion (drums); Profile (parts, stands, accessories , tuners ); Rhythm Band (percussion, brass accessories); RB (drums, sticks and percussion accessories), Rhythm Tech (percussion and accessories), Sabian (cymbals and accessories), Samick (guitars), Savarez (strings), Segovia (guitars), Shubb (capos and accessories), Sinclair (brass instruments), Snap Jack (cables), SBR (cymbals), Sonor (drums and percussion accessories), Sonor Orff (educational percussion), SX (guitars and accessories), Thomastik-Infeld (strings), Trak (drums, hardware, drumsticks, accessories); Trophy
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(accessories), Univox (microphones, amplifiers, headphones); Valencia (classical guitars), Vandoren (reeds and mouthpieces), Vic Firth (drum sticks and accessories), Walden (guitars), Westbury (drums, hardware, accessories) and Wittner (metronomes and accessories).
Contact Distribution Ltd. 38 Thornmount Dr., Unit 1 Scarborough ON M1B 5P2 (416) 287-1144 Fax: (416) 287 1204 E-mail: info@contactdistribution.com Web site: www.contactdistribution.com Bill Coons, dir. Principal Brands: APB Dyna-sonics, Countryman Assoc., Optocore, Projectiondesign, Production Intercom, Rane, Renkus-Heinz, Timax.
Counterpoint Musical Services Markham, ON L3R 2W6 (905) 415-0515 (800) 690-0515 Fax: (905) 415-9232 E-mail: kathleen@counterpointmusic.ca George Ullmann, pres. Categories: S&F, ACC, BI Principal Brands: Thomastik, Bohemia, Headway, Fusion Bags, Superslick, Stentor, Wittner, Pirasto, Hidersine, Kun, Wolf,
Legere, Mirage, Chopsaver, Harpsicle Harps, Ultrapure, Aquila..
D’Addario Canada 1-170 Alden Rd Markham, ON L3R 4C1 (905) 947-9595 (800) 268-6855 Fax: (905) 947-4336 E-mail: info@daddariocanada.com Arnold Davidson, pres. Categories: S&F, ACC, BI, PRC Principal Brands: D’Addario, D’Addario Bowed, Planet Waves, Rico, Evans, HQ Percussion, Pro-Mark, Puresound, Archives, BeaverCreek, Danelectro, Tycoon, Qwik Tune/Time, Shadow, Suzuki Harmonicas, Suzuki Melodions, Solutions, Dava, Guitar Workstation, Typhoon, Verona, Wedgie, Music Stamp, Windy City, Kind David Batons, Generation Flageolets, Snark, Biltz Cl’oths, Strukture Stands
Efkay Music Group 2165-46th Ave. Lachine, PQ H8T 2P1 (514) 633-8877 (800) 343-0353 Fax: (514) 633-8872 Howard Kalisky, pres. Categories: S&F, B&O, PM, P/KB, amp Principal Brands: Ibanez guitars, basses, am-
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plification; Orange amplification, Tama drums & accessories, Wuhan cymbals & gongs, Casio keyboards, Morley effect pedals, Rocks bags, Carlos Giordano Silenzia Violins, Ebtech signal processing, J. Michael wind instruments, Groove Juice cymbal cleaner, J. Michael Wind Instruments, 2 Box electronic drums. Rhodes Acoustic Electric Piano.
Erikson Audio 21000 Trans-Canada Hwy. Baie-D’Urfé, PQ H9X 4B7 (514) 457-2555 Fax: (514) 457-0055 E-mail: info@ericksonaudio.com Web site: www.eriksonaudio.com Jeffrey Carman, div. mgr. Principal Brands: Audio-Technica, Ableton, Ashly, Cerwin-Vega, Focusrite, Fostex, Gator Pro, KRK, MyMix, Novation, PreSonus, Quad Industrial, Quik Lok, Stanton, SurgeX, Vestax and Wharfedale Pro
Erikson Music 21000 Trans-Canada Hwy., Baie D’Urfé PQ H9X 4B7 (514) 457-2555 Fax: (514) 457-0055 E-mail: info@eriksonmusic.com Web site: www.eriksonmusic.com Martin Golden, chmn., Eddy Shenker, pres., Martin Szpiro, sr. v.p., Michael Golden, v.p., Peter Patrick, g.m.,Paul Fredrick, perc. mgr., Andrew Bujold, promotions coordinator AUGUST 2011
Products: Digitech, Gator, Protechtor, Seymour Duncan, D-Tar, Headhunter, Marshall, Vox, Mark Bass, Hagstrom, Washburn, Oscar Schmidt, Pearl, Phonic, Quik Lok, Wharfdale, Sonic Décor, Lightsnake. Branch (Vancouver) 580 Ebury Place Delta, BC V3M 6M8 (604) 520-0568 Fax: (604) 520-6176
Erikson Pro 21000 Trans-Canada Hwy. Baie-D’Urfé, PQ H9X 4B7 (866) 916-4660 (888)-918-2244 Fax: (514) 457-0055 Web site: www.eriksonpro.com Christian Bouchard, div. mgr. Principal Brands: Allen & Heath, Aphex, DOD, JEM, KV2, Martin, Swefog, Doughty, Omnimount, Denon DJ, Pulsar, Turbosound, Saf-T-Rig, Chauvet, Iluminarc.
Geo. Heinl Co., Ltd. 201 Church St. Toronto, ON M5B 1Y7 (416) 363-0093 Fax: (416) 363-0053 E-mail: GHCL@idirect.com Web site: www.georgeheinl.com Ric Heinl, pres. Categories: S&F Principal Brands: Aubert, Carlsson, Gold-
brokat, Nyman Harts, Pops, Pyramid, Heinl, Handorff, Roth, Dvorak, Kolstein, Pirastro, Thomastik, Jargar, Schatten, D’Addario, Augustine, Savarez, Martin, Dean Markley, Wittner, Heinrich, Hohner, Wolf, Beare, Kun, Hill, Schaller, Hidersine, Gotoh, Glasser, Dunlop, Intellitouch, Prim, Strunal, Petz, Bam, Hamilton, Gill, Dorfler, Boblen, Bobelock.
Korg Canada 21000 Trans Canada Hwy. Baie D’Urfe, PQ H9X 4B7 (514) 457-2555 Fax (514) 457-0055 Web site: www.korgcanada.com Martin Golden, chmn. Eddy Shenker, pres. Michael Golden, v.p. George Capone, nat. sls. mgr. Categories: PS/R, S&F, ACC Principal Brands: Korg pianos, keyboards, digital recording workstations, guitar effects & accessories.
Martin Canada Professional Lighting 21000 Trans Canada Hwy. Baie D’Urfe, PQ H9X 4B7 (514) 457-2555 Fax: (514) 457-0055 Web site: www.martincanada.com Marty Golden, chmn. Eddy Shenker, pres. Categories: Lighting supplies, movie fixMMR 63
Wholesaler Guide tures, scans, DJ effects, controllers, tracking systems, fog, haze machines. Principal brands: Martin Professional, JEM, MACH.
Musiquip Inc. 325 Bouchard Blvd. Montreal, PQ H9S 1A9 (615) 218-0459 Fax: (800) 563-2948 E-mail: info@musiquip.com www.musiquip.com Categories: S&F, ACC, Amps, Pedals Principal Brands: Tanglewood Guitar Company UK, T-Rex Pedals, AER Amps, JBovier Stringed Instruments, Hiscox Cases, Steph Accessories
Omnimedia Corporation Ltd. 1875 55th Ave. Dorval, PQ H9P 2W3 (514) 636-9971 Fax: (514) 636-5274 E-mail: info@omnimedia.ca Web site: www.omnimedia.ca David S. Joseph, pres. Categories: PS/R Principal Brands: Zoom Digital Recorders, Zoom Effects Processors, Toft, Studio Projects, Joe Meek, Trident, Your Rock Guitars, Bolt, Morpheus Extreme Pedals, Icon.
Scott’s Highland Services Ltd. 143 Stronach Crescent London, ON N5V 3G5 (519) 453-0892 (519) 453-6303 E-mail: scotts@scottshighland.com Web site: www.scottshighland.com; www. piperschoice.com Bev Scott, CEO Doug MacRae, sls. mgr. Categories: PRC, Scottish & Irish ethnic music and instruments. Principal Brands: Pipers’ Choice Bagpipes and Accessories, McCallum Bagpipes, Walton’s whistles & bodhrans, Sousata Whistles.
SF Marketing Inc. 325 Boul. Bouchard Dorval, PQ H9S 1A9 (514) 780-2070 (800) 363-8855 Fax: (514) 780-2111 E-mail: info@sfm.ca www.sfm.ca Categories: PS/R, S&F, BI, ACC, P/KB, PRC Principal Brands: Lighting: Advanced Devices, Alkalite, Antari, Lamps, Leprecon, Leviton/NSI, Lumi, Phase 3, SGM, Socapex, W-DMX – Wireless Solution Accessories: Barkan Mounts, Canare, Digi-
flex, Furman, K&M, Littlite, Marinco, Neutrik, NTI Instruments, Raxxess Pro Audio: Aviom, Communication Specialties, EAW, Fulcrum Acoustic, Genelec, Neutrik, Pacemaker, Pioneer DJ, QSC, Shure, Smaart Training, Symetrix, Telex Communications Musical Instruments: eMedia Music, AER, Bogner Amplification, Cleartone, Duesenberg, Hiscox Cases, JamHub, JBovier, Line 6, Mapex Drums, Moog Music, NS Design, N-Tune, Prudencio Saez, Schecter, Steph Accessories, Tanglewood Guitar Company UK, T-Rex, Ultimate Support Systems
Wes-Can Music Supplies Ltd. 2677-192nd St., Units 117-120 Surrey, B.C. V3S 3X1 (800) 661-9960 (North America) (604) 543-2633 (Worldwide) Fax: (800) 600-6646 Fax: (604) 543-2604 (Worldwide) E-mail: salem@direct.ca Joseph Sallay, Leslie Sallay, Paula Lemke, Cathy Laszlo Categories: S&F, PRC Principal brands: Raimundo, DiMarzio, John Pearse, Audio 2000, Odyssey, Maxell, Gotoh, New Media, L.R. Baggs, B-Band, Blade, THD, D’Aquisto, G7th, Clayton, CBI, Onerr, Trem King, Curt Mangan, Glider, Lace, Tech 21, BESPECO.
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Fresh Faces: NOVA Music Center Even in today’s social media-saturated society, where conversations take place via Facebook “likes” and consensus is built through Twitter retweets, there’s no replacement for a group of like-minded people coming together in one place and sharing their passions face-to-face. For Erich RussekRobbins, owner of Nova Music Center in Norman Rockwellidyllic Clifton, Virginia (population: 187), his new store, which opened in December 2010, aims to be a community focus point, a place where musicians at every talent level are welcome to come in and “chat over the pickle barrel” while comfortably browsing the store. RussekRobbins has a musical background that touches on everything from Cajun, swing, bluegrass, Mariachi and Turkish music (not to mention a soft spot for the ukulele), and his wide-ranging taste, knowledge and desire to share as much music as possible with as many people as possible are reflected in NOVA’s instrument selection, sheet music offerings and community outreach efforts. We recently caught Erich by phone and talked about the joys, challenges
and pleasant surprises that come with launching a music store.
MMR: What led you from performing to running an instrument store? Erich RussekRobbins: As a performer, I was always searching for that peak moment on stage or in a recording. I know I’m in that moment when the hairs on the back of my neck stand up. But as a music storeowner that moment
comes much more freely. It comes with anyone who wants to discuss an instrument. It comes from the excitement of someone who has found and instrument they can connect with. I like matching people to their instrument. For a good time in the mid eighties, I worked at a Music and Arts Center, in both the repair and the retail store. I also spent sometime working for Guitar Center on Sunset in Los Angeles. I gained a lot of knowledge at both places about
“ I just know that I was meant to own a music store. I love my life!”
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retail, inventory management and music instrument sales.
MMR: What would you say is your mission statement or philosophy? ERR: My store is a “pickle barrel” type of store. The purpose of our store is to advocate music and help the customer feel at home in our store. I encourage people to stop by and chat. Our sales technique is relaxed and very simple. I ask my sales staff to try and get an instrument in the hands of every customer. The instrument should sell itself from there. Someone mentioned to me recently how uncomfortable they feel when they enter most music stores, especially the big chains. Immediately, I knew what he was talking about because I have felt it many times before, and I have a strong enough music background where I should feel comfortable when I step into a music store. If I have an uneasy feeling, I can only imagine what it feels like to the complete beginner. These people are my customers, and I enjoy providing a service to them. MMR: You’ve played everything from guitar, saxophone, piano, and vibraphone throughout AUGUST 2011
your musical life. What instruments does NOVA Music carry? ERR: A small store like mine cannot compete with the large chain stores that can buy in bulk and achieve a suitable return so I try to focus my stock outside what they can carry and create a niche for myself. We have a broad and deep selection of print music. We have a great selection of ukuleles. We are adding lines of classical, Spanish and bluegrass guitars. We have a couple of special lines of electric guitars coming. Our brass and woodwind department is expanding and so are our strings.
MMR: Checking out your website, I saw print music books for everything from Amy Grant to Type O Negative. Are you finding that all types of musicians are making their way to you? ERR: We are definitely attracting a wide variety of musicians. We have had opera and Broadway singers looking for sheet music, as well as people looking for Celtic, Hawaiian and bagpipe music. I had a large sale of Jazz folios to a band director from Canada. The ukulele is an important instrument for the store and that community is starting to discover us.
I purchased Cramer’s Music, a print music store in Manassas, VA, that was going out of business. Owning that store’s stock allows me to have an immediate niche of a broad and deep selection of print music. At least once a week I have a delighted customer who discovers that I have an item that he or she can’t find anywhere else. This has happened with mouthpieces, rare sheet music and just last weekend someone asked if I had bagpipe reeds... and I do. I’ve had people tell me they drove four hours to get to my store.
MMR: Can you tell us a little bit about the workshops and community outreach efforts that the store is conducting? ERR: Our first workshop, in late March, is a ukulele workshop with [Grammy award-winning artist] Marcy Marxer. Most of our workshops are from professional working musicians who can provide a different insight into an instrument than you will find with a regular teacher. I’m also working with several local luthiers on crafting custom-made instruments to be carried exclusively at NOVA, and the store has a great front porch area where we plan to host some small concerts. The store occupies the MMR 67
Fresh Faces front of a house with a coffee shop in the back. The two complement each other well; we’re teaming up to host some “open jams” to give the opportunity for musical newbies and more experienced players to make music together!
MMR: As a ukulele fan, are you excited about Eddie Vedder’s all-uke solo album? ERR: Extremely. Tiny Tim had a negative impact for the ukulele for a whole generation. The new generation doesn’t know about Tiny Tim and the ukulele is coming back as a real instrument – and it really is a great instrument. I think it is one of the best starter instruments.
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MMR: Any final thoughts? ERR: I just know that I was meant to own a music store. I love my life! I work all day and I’m not tired. I like talking to people about instruments and music; it makes me feel good. I have a wonderful wife and child and I love where I live. Clifton, VA is very special. It is a historic town of 187 people surrounded by protected land. Drive five miles from my store and you are in a county of a million people [Fairfax County - ed.]. The trick for this store’s success will be not only the support of the town but for me to find creative ways to get the word five miles out that I exist.
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NAMM Exhibitor List *Current as of June 24
Exhibitor
Booth#
211 Guitars 1701 3RD POWER Amplification LLC 1525 Abbatron 547 acouStaCorp 327 Advanced Plating 913 AFM 140 Akai Professional 400 Albion Amplification 1244 Alesis LLC 400 Alfred Music Publishing 1118 Alto Professional 400 Alvarez 436 AMBROSONICS, LLC 222 Amedia Cymbals USA 505 American Audio 518 American DJ Supply, Inc. 518 American Educational Products LLC 210 American Express Open 162 American Way Marketing LLC 230 Ampeg 928 Amptweaker, LLC 1710 AMV Sales & Consultation LLC 1636 ANAFIMA 721 Analysis Plus 547 Ansir Music 728 AP International 629 AQUARIAN 713 Arcane Inc. 1713 ART - Applied Research And Technology 300 Art Strings Publishing 1018 Artioli Designs 274 Asterope, LLC 548 Audio Media 928 Audio Plus Services, Inc 1328 Audio.StudioShare.org 224 Austin Guitars 436 AxeGlove 1343 AXL Guitars 1408 B & S USA 232 BA Ferguson Guitars 268 Bass Player 928 70 MMR
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BBE Sound, Inc. 1118 Beamz Interactive, Inc. 418 Beard Guitars 1300 Bedell Guitars 1210 Beijing DualJoy Musical Instrument Co., Ltd 1349 BES Audio LLC 1330 Big Island Ukulele Co. 1009 Bigsby® 700 Bitchstraps 844 Bite Me Electric Guitars 233 Blackstar Amplification 800 BlueBook OnLine 1027 Bluesman Vintage 1229 Bootleg Guitars, LLC 1617 BOSS U.S. 900 Boulder Creek Guitars 1401 Bourns Pro Audio 306 Breedlove Guitars 1210 Breezy Ridge® Instruments, Ltd. 1006 Burriss Amps & Effects Pedals 1629 C.F. Martin & Co., Inc. 1200 CAD Audio 322 Cal-Fab 1437 Casio America, Inc. 736 CE Distribution, LLC 1227 Cedar Creek Custom Case Shoppe 1106 Cedarmont Woodworking 1442 Charles Dumont & Son, Inc. 918 Chase Case Co. 1620 Cherry Lane Music 1018 Colorado Case Company 223 Computerized Guitar 212 Conn-Selmer Inc. 504, 601 Connolly Music Company 510 ConventionTV@NAMM 1027 Coopercopia LLC 1703 Cordoba Music Group 1211 Corporate Printing Inc. 252 Country Music Hall of Fame & Museum 150 Course Technology PTR 1118
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Crafter USA, Inc Crash ‘N Flash Creators Touch, LLC Crystal Frets Cupit Music Curt Mangan Inc. D Allen Pickups D’Addario & Company, Inc D’Andrea Inc. Dae Hung Precision Co Ltd Daisy Rock Girl Guitars DANSR Delaney Guitars DigiTech Dingdrum DJ Times DownBeat DR Handmade Strings Drumcraft DSSP Duelin Guitars DWatkins Acoustics Ear Filters EarthQuaker Devices Eastman Strings, Inc Ego-Rizer EKO Eleca International Inc. Electro-Harmonix Electronic Musician Electronic Resources Ltd EMD Music Emery & Webb, Inc. EMG Inc. Epilog Laser Ergotar Essential Sound Products, Inc. Eternal Musical Instrument Corp. (Beijing) Evans Drumheads Everly Music Company, Inc.
1304 1715 1124 242 246 1418 1229 1201 200 1600 1118 806 1425 1218 206 1027 1025 1310 504 744 446 1247 711 444 743 309 1521 1336 1518 928 331 1236 1043 1319 311 237 406 447 1201 234
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Exhibitor Booth# F.E. Olds and Son, Inc. 330 Faber Piano Adventures 1018 Falcon Global Distribution, Inc. 1142 Fishman Acoustic Amplification 1110 Flaxwood USA Inc. 1405 Flourish Acoustics 1327 Floyd Rose Marketing 629 Floyd Rose Marketing 629 Focal 1328 Four Star Wire & Cable, Inc. 231 Framus 718 FRENDZ LLC 1717 G-Wiz Electronics 264 Galaxy Audio Inc. 405 Gallien Technology 1513 GAMA - Teaching Guitar Workshops 150 Gatchell Violins Co., Inc. 822 Gator Cases, Inc. 819 GE Money 158 Gig Products 1245 Global Music Products 1709 Godin Guitars 827 Gold Tone, Inc. 1300 Goldfish Guitars LLC 1400, 1716 Gon Bops 436 Gretsch Co. 700 GretschGear.com 700 Grip Studios 318 Grover Allman 1431 Guitar Connection 1621 Guitar Player 928 Guitar Sleeve 260 GuitarHands 1007 Guitars in the Classroom 150 GWW Group Inc. 1109 H & F Technologies, Inc. 810 H.E.A.R. - Hearing Education & Awareness for Rockers 166 H.G. Leach Guitars 1011 Hahn Guitars 1638 Hal Leonard Corporation 1018 Hamilton Stands 806 Hammond Suzuki USA Inc 737 Hanser Music Group 906 Hanson Musical Instruments, Ltd. 1626 Harman 1218 Harris Musical Products, Inc. 1519 Harrison Consoles 338 Heil Sound Ltd 319 Heritage Guitar 1505 HF International Trade (Tianjin) Co., Ltd 1243 HK Audio 800 Homespun Tapes, Ltd. 1018 Hosa Technology, Inc. 528 House Band LLC 405 Hudson Music, LLC 1018 Hughes & Kettner 300 Humes & Berg Mfg. Co., Inc. 901 Hunan Changsha Yale Arts & Crafts Co., Ltd 239 Hunter Music Instrument 828 Hyper Audio Visual 1348 Inspirational Country Music Association150 International Bluegrass Music Association 150 International Entertainment Buyers Association (IEBA) 150 ION Audio 400 Istanbul Mehmet Cymbals 500 Jamhub LLC 437 Jamie Gale Music 707 Jean Larrivee Guitars USA Inc 1000 AUGUST 2011
Exhibitor Booth# Jeff Ayers Custom Wdwking 1342 Jensen Musical Instrument Speakers 1227 Joeker Guitars 1635 John Pearse® Strings 1006 K and S Music 426 Kahler International Inc. 1635 Kala Brand Music Co. 1126 KAM Instruments Corporation 345 Kelly Concepts, LLC 607 Kemper GmbH 730 Keyboard 928
Exhibitor Booth# KEYS Program 150 Kingstar Int’l Enterprise Ltd. 422 Kiwaya USA 1308 Klops Drums 1700 Knilling 436 Knilling Perfection Planetary Pegs 436 Knowledge Of Music Inc. 1029 König & Meyer GmbH 510 Korg USA, Inc. 800 Kyser Musical Products Inc. 1119 L.A. Sax 1711
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Exhibitor Lacuna Acoustic Art LAG Guitars Lakland Guitars, LLC Lanikai Ukulele Lauten Audio Legacy Learning Systems Lemur Music Levy’s Leathers Limited Lian Hai Group Inc LightWing Studios Little Kids Rock
Booth# 244 800 1624 842 1328 924 1708 1226 546 1343 150
Exhibitor Little Walter Tube Amps Long Hollow Leather Co. Ludwig Drums M Music & Musicians Magazine M3 Products, LLC Mahalo Amplification, LLC Major Music Supply Mapex Drums Maple Leaf Strings Marching.com Mario Martin Guitars
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Exhibitor Booth# Marshall Electronics, Inc. 401 Meadowbrook Insurance Group 158 Meinl USA L.C. 610 Merano Musical Instruments 719 Mercury Luggage Mfg. Co. 1424 Mey America 429 Miami Audio Music Corp. 1411 Miktek, LLC 1337 Miller Guitar Strap 256 Mix 928 Modkitsdiy.com 1227 Mogami Cable 401 Morgan Hill Music 1401 Music Dealers Resource Group (MDRG) 334 Music for All, Inc. 150 Music Inc. 1025 Music Magazine Publishers 1118 Music Player Network 928 Music Sales Corporation 1018 Musical Merchandise Review 1031 Musicvox LLC 1248 MXL Microphones 401 Nagoya Suzuki 436 NAMM Endorsed Business Providers 158 NAMM Foundation Pavilion 150 NAMM Young Professionals 158 NAMM/MM/PLS Russia 136 NEMC 836 New Life Digital Media 329 NewBay Media, LLC 928 Notemap, LLC 250 Noteworthy Music Products, LLC 1712 Numark Industries 400 OME Banjos 1705 On Point Audio 1510 On Que Lighting Designs LLC 1715 On-Stage Stands 1318 Onori Entertainment 1244 Onori International 1244 Osiamo LLC 332 Overton 1610 Overture Guitars 1501 P. Mauriat 436 Paige Musical Products 1404 Paiste 436 Panyard, Inc. 704 Paratuss 347 PartnerShip LLC 158 Peak Music Stands 729 Penguin Group, USA 1118 Penn-Elcom 1611 Percussion Marketing Council 150 Percussive Arts Society 150 Performer Media 224 Perri Ink. Guitars 343 Perri’s Leathers Ltd 430 Perry’s Music 1512 Piano Technicians Guild 646 Pick Punch LLC 221 Pick-Smith Inc. 336 Pigtronix 1326 Piknboard 254 PJLA Music Sales & Marketing 330 Placid Audio 1248 Pladd Dot Music 1618 Planet Waves 1201 Players Music Accessories 831 Posse Audio 323 POWER Wrist Builders 506 Powerful Drums 235 Premier Guitar 922 Prentice Practice Pads 272 AUGUST 2011
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Exhibitor Booth# PreSonus Audio Electronics 408 Prism Media Products 321 Pro Audio Review 928 Pro Sound News 928 Pro Stage Gear 1509 Pro-Active Websites 320 Pro-Mark 1201 ProMedia Training, LLC 209 PureSound 1201 Q Lighting 1629 QuaverMusic.com 1628 RainSong Graphite Guitars 1205 Raw Talent Guitar 428 Recording King 1408 Remo, Inc. 605 Retail Up! 838 Reunion Blues 1537 Reverend Guitars 1250 Rico Reeds 1201 Riptide Ukuleles 1401 Ritter Europe Ltd. 526 Ritter USA LLC 526 Roché-Thomas Corp. 1037 Rock House 1018 Rock Solid Guitar Stands 229 Roland Corporation U.S. 900 Rotosound 903 Rowdy Pickers Musical Products 1702 Rupert Neve Designs 219 S.I.T. Strings Co. 1209 Sabian Ltd 710 Saga Musical Instruments 1100 Salebug.com, LLC 1136 Samick Music Corp. 536, 636 Santa Cruz Guitar Corp 1208 Schneider Guitars 1409 SCORE 168 Score Mktg. 1305 SE Electronics 219 Sensaphonics Hearing Conservation 307 Shanghai Max Precision Instrument Co. Ltd. 729 Shoreview Distribution 207 SHS International, Inc. 1336 Shubb Capos 1010 SilverFox Drumsticks 1714 SKB Corporation 1145 Sonic Distribution USA LLC 228 Souldier 1706 Sound & Communications 1027 Source Audio LLC 312 Southland Music Distributors, Inc. 1502 St. Louis Music 436 Stagg 1236 Starkey 427 Stonebridge Guitars International Inc. 1719 StoneWorks Picks 270 Strings by Aurora 1400 Studio-Blue 1123 Superior Vocal Health 1607 Supernatural Cymbals 604 Tape Op Magazine 208 TASCAM 1118 Taylor Guitars 105 TEC Foundation for Excellence In Audio 167 Techrep Marketing 408 Telefunken USA 213 Telescript 202 Testa Communications 1027 The DJ Expo 1027 The Juliet Collective 1603 AUGUST 2011
Exhibitor Booth# The Kelly SHU 607 The Loar 1408 The Music & Sound Retailer 1027 The Music Link 1408 The Music People! Inc. 1318, 1325 The Nashville Musicians Association, AFM Local 257 150 The RapcoHorizon Co 411 Thomastik-Infeld 510 Thornhill Musical Instruments, LLC 1249 Timber Tones 1519 TKL Products Corp. 1106 TMP Pro Distribution 1318 Tonal Innovation Centre - Tonic 442 ToneGear 1707 ToneRite 1508 Tong’s Violin Shop 443 Tradition Guitars, Inc. 911 Trem King® Vibrato 911 Tri-Technical Systems, Inc. 1037 TriCord Innovations LLC 226 Tritone 236 Trolli Master Sdn. Bhd. 420 Tropical Music 907 TSYS Merchant Solutions 158 TunerGuard 1704 Two Old Hippies 1210 U.S. Postal Service 1542 U.S. Small Business Administration 168 UpBeat Daily 1025 US Band & Orchestra Supplies 436
Exhibitor Booth# V-Picks 1536 Veritas Instrument Rental 818 VH1 Save The Music Foundation 150 VHT Amplification 1408 Vintage Guitar Inc 238 VJ Rendano Music 328 VNewsletter 1027 Volz Music Products, LLC 1524 Voodoo Lab 1500 Vovox Cables 1328 VOX Amplification 800 Voyage-Air Guitar, Inc. 1011 Walden Guitars 702 Warrior Guitar, LLC 749 Warwick 718 Waterstone Musical Instruments, LLC 1248 Wavelength Audio, Ltd. 1409 WD Music Products 1420 Wechter Guitars 1329 Westone Laboratories, Inc. 308 WhiteLight Design 237 Willis Music Company 1018 Wilmington Fibre Specialty Company 1231 XP Audio Inc 1428 Yamaha Corporation of America 618 Yellow Jackets 1227 Yorkville Sound Inc. 300 Zaolla Silverline 528 Zenph Sound Innovations 645 Zonda Reeds 436
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NAMM U Schedule 2011 Breakfast Sessions Grand Ballroom, Renaissance Nashville Breakfast 8–8:30 a.m. (first come, first served) Main Session 8:30–9:30 a.m. THURSDAY, JULY 21 BREAKFAST SESSION 8–9:30 a.m. FREE Breakfast served until 8:30 a.m. (first come, first served) Grand Ballroom, Renaissance Nashville 8:30–9:30 a.m. (Main Session) The NAMM Retail Summit Joe Lamond, President/CEO, NAMM, Robin Lewis, Co-Author, The New Rules of Retail: Competing in the World’s Toughest Marketplace, and Guests Retail is changing—fast. So is the Music Industry. That’s why the NAMM Retail Summit was created. This session is focused on the critical changes taking place in retail and the vital information you need to stay in business— and thrive. NAMM President and CEO Joe Lamond will sit down with Robin Lewis, co-author of the current best-selling book “The New Rules of Retail: Competing in the World’s Toughest Marketplace” in a frank, one-on-one discussion about the future of retailing. In the book, it’s predicted that 50% of all retailers and brands won’t survive the latest wave of change. Then a panel of NAMM retailers will share their thoughts on how they’ve adapted to the changing retail climate and how it’s impacted their future business plans. As a music retailer, this is your opportunity to get an exclusive behind-the-scenes glimpse into the 74 MMR
retail trends that will become your essential roadmap to success. IDEA CENTER SESSIONS Booth #837 Open 10:30 a.m.-5 p.m. New sessions start every 30 minutes, unless otherwise noted. 10:30 a.m. Wave A Wand and Make My Problems Disappear Presented by Alan Friedman & Daniel Jobe, Friedman, Kannenberg & Company, PC During challenging times, business owners often look for the “quick fix” to make all of their financial problems go away. Even employing psychoanalysis, repression and dream interpretation won’t fix most financial woes. So what does work? Is there a magic pill or a path of least resistance to fixing these problems? Come join industry accountants Alan “Sigmund” Friedman and Daniel “Freud” Jobe to self-discover a few simple business practices that can turn your financial nightmares into the joy of lucrative business ownership. 11 a.m. Successful Promotions on a Dime: Creative Ways to Drive New Customers and Students to Your Store Presented by Liz Reisman, Creative Music Center Everywhere you look, there are opportunities for promoting your business to new clientele as well as solidifying your relationship with existing customers. Liz Reisman grew her customer base with simple-yet-powerful concepts
like “Bring a Friend” to your music lesson and targeted billboard advertising - without breaking the bank. She explains where she gets her best ideas (hint: at NAMM!) and how they inspire her to successfully customize them for her store. Listen in on how she’s turned her lowcost, creative programs into cash. 11:30 a.m. Store Makeover on a Dime—You Found WHAT on Craigslist? Presented by Lisa Kirkwood, Discount Music of Jacksonville During this economy, how do you improve your store’s image without busting your budget? Learn how to spend very little to update and refresh your store’s design—and inventory—and how it goes a long way toward attracting new and repeat business. There are easy and creative ways to recycle, re-purpose and reuse to get great results. New store owner and former interior designer Lisa Kirkwood will share some solid ideas and tips to find amazing bargains in unexpected places. Learn how Lisa and her husband furnished their store from scratch. You’ll be surprised at just how far your dollars can go to give you and your store a new lease on business! Noon (Double Session) The Basics to Valuing Music Stores Presented by Alan Friedman, Friedman, Kannenberg & Company, PC Given current market conditions, every business owner needs to know the value of their business. Whether it’s for sale or acquisition, family transfer, estate planning, partner buy/sell agreements, divorce or even bankruptcy, determining a dollar value for your music store is the first step in any business transition. However many retailers make the mistake of spending time and money on things that ultimately don’t add value to their store. AUGUST 2011
Join Alan Friedman, a CPA with numerous music store clients, to participate in a “hands on” approach to valuing a music store in today’s market as well as discover the things that do add value. 1 p.m. Cloud Computing—Bringing Google Docs Down to Earth Presented by Peter Dods, Easy Music Center Cloud computing is the idea of using a server like Google for applications and storage. By using Google Docs’ spreadsheets, word docs, etc., instead of programs like Microsoft Office, you can access your files wherever you are, don’t need to pay for software and can allow multiple users to view and edit the same document at the same time. You can also use Google Docs to create anonymous reviews, share order sheet docs and coordinate lessons program times. You will be computing “in the clouds”…on your iPhone, computer or iPad. Get the information you need to know to take advan-
tage of this powerful opportunity to take care of business anytime, anywhere! 1:30 p.m. Stake Your Claim! Make Your Google Place Page Work for You Presented by Grant Billings, Steinway Piano Gallery Madison Imagine a business card that includes your hours, webpage link, pictures of happy customers, reviews about how great you are and directions to your store from anywhere in the world. Now imagine it’s free! If you have a storefront, you already have a Google Place Page. And your customers—and your competitors’ customers—are already using it, but until you claim it, opportunities will pass you by. Join Grant Billings as he demonstrates how to claim and build the Google Place Page for your business in just 30 minutes! 2 p.m. Customer Loyalty Ladder Presented by Robin Walenta, West Music Co.
Which direction are you sending clients on the customer loyalty ladder? If they continue up rung by rung, you’re doing your job right. However a less than satisfactory experience can send them back down a notch. While our business is about musical instruments and products, it’s also about relationships. Good customer service is what keeps people coming back to your store. Join Robin Walenta for ideas and information about the importance of creating a customer relationship based culture that supports repeat and loyal customers. 2:30 p.m. Get Out in Your Community To Help Your Business Thrive – It’s a Win-Win! Presented by Gordy Wilcher, Owensboro Music Center It seems simple enough to ‘get involved in your community.’ How? Getting out from behind the counter for starters! You can only strengthen your position and
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increase your store’s traffic—and your bottom line. Gordy Wilcher will tell you about his involvement with the local Chamber of Commerce, committee work, non-profit events, musician swap meets, talk radio shows and even cookoffs. There are more opportunities than you might realize, and so many community activities that bring their own reward. Gordy and his store have been nominated for small business of the year and businessman of the year, and have a larger customer base as a result. Learn the steps he’s taken to get involved, and take on his challenge for your business to do the same! 3 p.m. Getting Things Done: Organization for Creative Types Presented by Donovan Bankhead, Spring field Music In this music products industry, it’s no surprise that many of us fall into a creative category. As easy as it is to catego-
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rize ourselves, the same can’t always be said for our files. If your organizational system involves neatly stacked piles of paperwork all over your desk, then this session is for you. Getting Things Done (GTD) is a simple and effective system that anyone can utilize and learn. Gone are the days where that important bill or bid gets “lost in the shuffle”! GTD will increase your efficiency, saving you time and money. Join us to get your business in order and keep it that way! 3:30 p.m.–5:00 p.m. (90-minute Session) I Love to Buy! Now, I May Need Some Help to Sell Thru! Presented by Danny Rocks, The Company Rocks & Alan Friedman, Friedman, Kannenberg & Company, PC, with Panel Successful retailers plan their purchases. They only buy the products that they are confident they can sell. They have learned how to manage their inventory. They understand the importance
of positive cash flow. And, they balance their desire to buy products with their need to actually sell through on their purchases. Sometimes you need help to move that newest inventory – so it doesn’t become old inventory! Danny Rocks and Alan Friedman have gathered an outstanding panel of successful retailers and manufacturers who can help you to develop successful strategies for buying and selling through. You will learn the steps these retailers have taken to make sure that the products they buy actually get sold!” FRIDAY, JULY 22 BREAKFAST SESSION 8–9:30 a.m. FREE Breakfast served until 8:30 a.m. (first come, first served) Grand Ballroom, Renaissance Nashville 8:30-9:30 a.m. (Main Session) The Top 10 Web Marketing Trends and How to Use Them
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Presented by John Arnold, Marketing Author and Columnist at Entrepreneur.com Marketing tools and technologies are constantly changing. The key is in knowing which ones to invest in today. What are consumers paying attention to—and what are they skipping over? Learn the best ways to spend your time and money—and recognize the new technologies that are less likely to pay off. Learn how to use tools like social media, search marketing, mobile devices and marketing locally on the Internet—and how not to invest where you won’t get results. Get savvier and make your marketing efforts count by attending this session and taking away today’s most effective web marketing tips! IDEA CENTER SESSIONS Booth #837 Open 10:30 a.m.-5 p.m. New sessions start every 30 minutes, unless otherwise noted. 10:30 a.m. How to Use Facebook to Market Your Business: The Do’s & Don’ts Presented by Greg Billings, Steinway Piano Gallery of Naples & Grant Billings, Steinway Piano Gallery Madison This session holds the record as the most-attended Idea Center session in NAMM U history—for a good reason! To make the most of social media, we need to truly understand it. The father and son team of Greg and Grant Billings will explain how they’ve used Facebook to successfully market their business online—the right way. Make your postings interesting, relevant and engaging. Update your postings on a regular basis. Post pictures of your customers holding or playing an instrument. Invite your customers to attend events. Greg and Grant will discuss their Facebook tips for success, as well as the technical aspects. Learn how to make Facebook work for your store! 11 a.m. How To Capitalize On Your Greatest Source Of New Business! Presented by Bob Popyk, Founder of BentleyHall, Inc., and Columnist for Music Trades Magazine AUGUST 2011
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11:30 a.m. How To Handle Objections In 5 Words Or Less! Presented by Bob Popyk, Founder of Bentley-
Hall, Inc., and Columnist for Music Trades Magazine Are some of your customers walking out your door without buying? Do you
have a plan in place to answer objections like “I can buy it cheaper on the internet”, “I have to check with my wife (or husband)”, “I want to shop around”, or “I’ll think about it”. It can be simpler than you think. In fact in this session you’ll find out how to handle ANY objection in just a few words, so your cash register will be ringing more each day. Noon Shoot for the $tar$, You Might Hit the Moon! Presented by Daniel Jobe, Friedman, Kannenberg & Company, PC All music retailers are on the hunt for more revenue. Sometimes looking within your own business and amongst your current staff can be a gold mine. Join music industry accountant and consultant Daniel Jobe as he gives you a strategy to engaging those members of your team as well as help you find additional income within your current lesson, repair, rental and sales streams. Not only will he show you the money, but he will help you track the additional revenue and success!
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12:30 p.m. Hook Them with Your Home Page! Presented by Kate Blom, Associate Director of Marketing & Communications, NAMM Your store’s home page is the first thing online visitors see about your business—make it count! To create the biggest impact, start by looking at your business ‘personality’ and what you want your visitors to think of when they first see your website. Make an unforgettable first impression that entices consumers to explore your site—and keep them returning. Listen in as Kate Blom discusses the do’s and don’ts, like skipping the jargon and keeping your contact information up to date. Kate will also touch on the power of testimonials and how to be selective about content and design, tell your story, keep the site simple and make the branding authentic—all leaving a positive impression with everyone visiting your site. 1 p.m. Marketing Locally on the Internet Presented by John Arnold, Marketing Author and Columnist at Entrepreneur.com AUGUST 2011
The web puts you in touch with the world, but what about those shoppers right in your neighborhood? Streamline your efforts by sitting in on this session and learning how to use online marketing to reach prospects and customers in a specific geographic area. Get tips on how to advertise your business on thousands of local web sites, maps, search pages, blogs, social media sites and mobile devices—and get connected with the consumers close to your store. 1:30 p.m. Monetize Your Facebook Page Presented by John Arnold, Marketing Author and Columnist at Entrepreneur.com Getting the conversation going is one thing, but chattering doesn’t necessarily lead to business. Find out how to start making money with Facebook promotions by effectively advertising your products, sharing coupons and creating your own group deals. Don’t
miss opportunities to cash in on your Facebook efforts and turn your fans into loyal customers. 2 p.m. The Top 10 Marketing & Promotion Ideas That Experts Say “Try Now!” Presented by Scott Robertson, Director of Marketing & Communications, NAMM, with Retail Panel As a busy retailer with a small store, you often don’t have time or resources to invest in a lot of programs, especially when you’re not sure what kind of results you’ll get. We understand! This spring, NAMM launched a new online best practices sharing section featuring successful, field-tested marketing and promotional ideas from NAMM members. Sit in on this action-packed session that will sum up the Top 10 ideas from varied retailers who have firsthand experience of what works and what doesn’t. Spend your time—and money—wisely with these proven ways to market your store!
2:30 p.m. (Double Session) Fan Your Success! Presented by Jen Lowe, BoomBoom Percussion and Tony Caporale, TwinBear Management Jen Lowe and Tony Caporale will explain how to identify your FANS – the critical first step to inspire social media, word of mouth, and branding. They will share the key components to building your customer base and teach you how to engage, involve and inspire your audience to make them life-long members of your team! Join Jen and Tony as they break it down, and give you a strategy for making your social media marketing plan ROCK! 3:30 p.m. (Special Three-Part Series) Get Ready for the “Next Generation” of Music Lessons, Part 1: Applying Social Media and the Internet To Your Music Lesson Program Presented by Pete Gamber, Alta Loma Music and “The Lesson Room” Columnist for Music Inc. Magazine
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Music lessons aren’t just for indie music stores any more! You’ve got everybody teaching—from the “dudes” in their garage, to churches, to chain retailers to online instruction via Skype and YouTube. Why does anyone really need you? Is your music lesson program going to survive? What do you need to do to survive? Discover how you can use Facebook, YouTube, Twitter and other social media outlets to create new lesson signups, retain current students and position your music store prominently on Google and the web— paying little or nothing! 4 p.m. Get Ready for the “Next Generation” of Music Lessons, Part 2: Print Music and Your Lesson Program Presented by Pete Gamber, Alta Loma Music and “The Lesson Room” Columnist for Music Inc. Magazine A major part of your program—and a profitable partnership—is in print music. The power of your lessons and print music can together increase your cash flow and success! 4:30 p.m. Get Ready for the “Next Generation” of Music Lessons, Part 3: Where’s Your “Woodstock”? Presented by Pete Gamber, Alta Loma Music and “The Lesson Room” Columnist for Music Inc. Magazine Would we know of Jimi Hendrix if he never played a gig? Why do we remember Woodstock? It was about the music and the event! The same goes for your music lesson program and store. Put the pieces together via student performance events. Learn how to implement your print music program, social media and your music store’s heart and soul to thrive. Create your own “Woodstock” and be the “next generation” of music lesson competition! SATURDAY, JULY 23 BREAKFAST SESSION 8–9:30 a.m. FREE Breakfast served until 8:30 a.m. (first come, first served) Grand Ballroom, Renaissance Nashville 80 MMR
8:30-9:30 a.m. (Main Session) Best in Show: This Year’s Hottest Products Frank Alkyer, Publisher, Music Inc., with Panel Summer NAMM is known for new products, exhibitor debuts and unique finds. And while you’re enjoying the quality face-to-face time with vendors you can only find in Nashville, it’s sometimes difficult to scout out all the important items to amp up your business for the fall and holiday selling season. Join Music Inc. publisher Frank Alkyer and his panel of well-respected retailers and buyers who have combed the show floor in search of the best products, ideas and trends each selecting their top picks in four categories: Something Small, Gotta Stock It, Companies to Watch and Best in Show. Don’t miss this 60-minute snapshot of the must-haves and must-sees before you leave Nashville! IDEA CENTER SESSIONS Booth #837 Open 10:30 a.m.-4 p.m. New sessions start every 30 minutes, unless otherwise noted. 10:30 a.m. (Double Session) What is Working in My Music Store Now! Presented by Danny Rocks, The Company Rocks In a world where everything’s changing so rapidly, music retailers want to know what’s really working in music stores today. The good news is that Danny Rocks has some answers. He called, e-mailed and interviewed a wide range of music retailers to find out “the one thing that is working in your store now.” Don’t miss this session as Danny shares the best tips in 5 categories: What product mix to buy now! When’s the best time to purchase the products that you expect to sell now! How you can best merchandise the products that you just purchased to sell now! What opportunities you have to market the products now! And, how to make sure that you’re servicing the customers who just purchased a product from you– NOW and in the FUTURE!
11:30 p.m. Successful Lessons Series: Selling Lessons As a Retail Item Presented by Donovan Bankhead, Spring field Music You’ve heard that you are supposed to offer lessons to improve your bottom line, but exactly how do you do it? Donovan Bankhead will answer the most important questions on everyone’s mind: Should my teachers be employees or independent contractors? How does my store get compensated—through rent, lesson income splits, traffic? How am I going to manage a lessons program, plus run the store? You’ll come away with a successful lessons model to use in your own business. Don’t miss this practical session detailing the nuts and bolts of lesson programs, and learn how make your lesson program a profit center! Noon Build Your Own Buzz—and Grow Your Business! Presented by Rick Hubbard, Kazoobie Kazoos Marketing through community outreach programs such as sponsorships, giveaways, contests and events can build a buzz about your store and your products. Build a bigger buzz by taking these promotions to the next level with media attention and social media interaction. These efforts help you strengthen your existing customer base, discover new customers in unexpected demographics and increase transactions and traffic. Learn fun, low-cost ways to build your own buzz—and a bigger business! 12:30 p.m.–4 p.m. Wanna Play Music Day Clinics and Sessions Please check http://www.namm.org/summer/2011/wannaplay for more details and updates.
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play a multitude of classic licks, fills, riffs, grooves and solos. The accompanying CD features recorded demonstrations, including slowed-down versions to help bassists master the fast and tricky passages. The pack even offers info on Bootsy’s gear setup. Retail price: $17.99. www.halleonard.com. Tepoe Computerized Guitar Computerized Guitar’s first model ever focuses on guitarists of the music gaming generation. By combining the technology of a computer and a guitar, this new product offers an innovative and portable way to learn guitar while still having fun. The guitar comes standard with over 30 video lessons ranging from “Learning Your First Chord” and “Strumming” to “Soloing Techniques” and “Song Writing.” The guitar includes a condenser mic recorder, a basic music theory ebook to teach the fundamentals of music, and the capability of downloading song lyrics for reference while performing. The guitar also comes with over 800 instructional diagrams including chords strums, arpeggios, lead licks, tablature and reference charts. To combine fun with the elarning process, the guitar incorporates a game program that can reduce the stress of a practice sessions. Retail price: $500. www.tepoe.com
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signed for pianists ready to play their first solos. Each volume comes with a CD of orchestrated arrangements. The music in the books matches these recorded orchestrations exactly, and is carefully arranged for beginning pianists. The simple notation and easy-to-read layout combine with authentic-sounding recordings to provide a fun and musically satisfying performance experience for first- and second-year beginners of all ages. The CD contains two tracks for each song: a full performance track for listening and practice, plus a separate backing track that lets each student be the soloist! The CD is playable on any CD player, and is also enhanced so Mac and PC users can adjust the recording to any tempo without changing the pitch. The first volume, Disney Favorites, contains beloved songs like “Can You Feel the Love Tonight,” “If I Never Knew You,” “Mickey Mouse March,”“A Whole New World,” and “Zip-A-Dee-DooDah.” The Beatles Hits, Vol. 2 offers eight Fab Four favorites, incuding “Eight Days a Week,” “Hey Jude,” “Let It Be,” and “Yesterday.”The Sound of Music, Vol. 3 includes “Climb Ev’ry Mountain,” “DoRe-Mi,” “My Favorite Things,” and “So Long, Farewell.” Retail price: $12.99 (Glee Vocal Method and Songbook), $29.99 (The Real Worship Book), $14.99 (Beginning Piano books) www.halleonard.com. New American DJ Products American DJ unleashes six versatile new additions to the company’s product line. With its transparent housing that glows when in use, American DJ’s Jelly Jewel is as distinctive as it is beautiful. The ma-
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script below. Befitting this instrument, only the finest, most deeply-figured Michigan maple and the choicest Adirondack spruce will be used for the back, sides, neck and top – each collected from exactly the same area that supplied the original wood used in the 1923 Master Mandolin that Monroe played for most of his career. The finest engraved and heavily gold-plated machine heads are used with tuning buttons of genuine mother-of pearl. The gold plated tailpiece is stylisticly hand-engraved with the words “The Kentucky.” The delicate black and white lines of purfling on body and neck also duplicate Bill’s 1923 original. The skillfully shaded sunburst finish of the neck and body faithfully rounds out the look of this soon to be sought after collectable. www.sagamusic.com
The Dingdrum Dingdrum’s flaghip model is a musical instrument made from a 20 lb. propane tank, making it a genuine Americanmade steel hand drum. Its sound can be described as a cross between a xylophone and wind-chimes. The Dingdrum is easy to play and ideal for percussionists who’d like to get some melody into their performance. There are eight tabs on the face of the drum, each of which produces a different tone. Dingdrums are available in a variety of five and six-note melodic scales, each with its own distinct character. This drum is ideal for percussionists looking for a simple way to get some melody into their art without the time-consuming process of learning a new instrument. Dingdrums are designed to be intuitive to play and the notes sounded by the eight tabs make it a perfect instrument for improvisation.
Playgrounds are another great place for a Dingdrum. Its simple scale makes it great for kids to play on, and it does the ever so important job of exposing young people to music. It’s easy to learn Dingdrum basics, yet there are plenty of advanced techniques to be explored. The Dingdrum had only been available online until now, but the company is proud to announce a full distribution to authorized dealers across the country. www.dingdrum.com Lowell Liebermann’s Concerto for Clarinet Written for virtuoso clarinetist Jon Manasse of the Metropolitan Opera orchestra, Liebermann’s new clarinet concerto is a 32-minute exploration of the depths and colors of clarinet concerto writing, featuring dazzling, sprightly passages. The present study score is large enough to read easily. The solo
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New Products part with piano reduction is forthcoming. Lowell Liebermann is one of America’s most frequently performed and recorded living composers. Called by the New York Times “as much of a traditionalist as an innovator,” Mr. Liebermann’s music is known for its technical command and audience appeal. Having written over one hundred works in all genres, several of them have gone on to become standard repertoire for their instruments, including his Sonata for Flute and Piano, which has been recorded more than twenty times to date. www.presser.com Gretsch Motor City Black Renown57 Drum Set Motor City Black adds a new color dimension to Gretsch’s innovative and popular Renown57 drum set. Inspired by the great American car companies from the 1950’s, the Renown57 incorporates timeless, iconic car design elements into each drum. The “hood ornament”
is the Renown Chevron, an aluminum triangular teardrop painted white with raised beveled chrome edges and embossed chrome Gretsch logo. Each drum has its own sized chevron, scaled to symmetrically fit that specific drum size. Renown’s contemporary features make this a modern day classic. The Renown57 features North American rock maple shells and standard Renown specifications to produce punchy and full tones. Gretsch’s ball/socket double tom holder securely mounts toms to the bass drum. For a limited time, this kit includes a FREE matching Motor City Black throne from Gibraltar Hardware. Sizes: 18x22, 8x10, 9x12, 16x16, 6.5x14 20-lug snare. Meanwhile, Gretsch’s new Renown Purewood Wenge 6-piece shell pack features 7-ply, 100% African wenge shells finished in high gloss lacquer. One of the
strongest tropical timbers, wenge (pronounced “weng-gei”) produces deep, low and rich overtones with superior projection and clarity. The wood’s naturally dark color and highly figured grain produces a distinctive and dramatic look. Other features include 30-degree bearing edges, chrome hardware, die cast hoops and Evans USA heads. The snare drum is equipped with 10 lugs giving the snare a wide open sound that can cut through in any setting. Limited to 100 pieces worldwide. Sizes: 18x22, 7x10, 8x12, 12x14, 14x16, 6x14 10-lug snare Retail price: $3010, sale price starting at $1957 (Motor City Black); $4155 (Purewood Wenge) www.gretschdrums.com Levy’s Brass Grommet Guitar Straps Leather manufacturer Levy’s new brass grommet guitar straps are 2” cotton webbing with printed designs, complemented
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with antique brass eyelets or grommets. The stylish model MC8PG is available in six original designs from the company based on classic bruising street fighter imagery. www.levysleathers.com DigiTech iPB-10 Programmable Pedalboard The iPB-10 Programmable Pedalboard is the world’s first programmable pedalboard using the Apple® iPad®. Together with the pedalboard, DigiTech also now offers the iPB-Nexus app for iPad. This app gives AUGUST 2011
guitar players drag and drop pedalboard design functionality. It also includes the My Tones library where users can store and organize presets. Also included is a real-time performance view where users can see each pedal and its settings. Together, the iPB-10 and iPB-Nexus allow guitar players to design their ultimate pedalboard . Users can drag and drop up to 10 different pedals, in any order, to each pedalboard, and can even add an amp and cabinet to complete each setup. With 87 different pedals, 54 amps, and 26 cabinets to choose from, the number of different guitar tones users can create is virtually unlimited. By
Arrangements in Book 1, late elementary level include: But Not for Me * A Foggy Day (In London Town) * Rhap-
sody in Blue (Selected Themes) * ’S Wonderful * Summertime * Swanee * ThreeQuarter Blues. Arrangements in Book 2, early intermediate level include: I Got Rhythm * Let’s Call the Whole Thing Off * The Man I Love * Nice Work If You Can Get It * Rhapsody in Blue (Selected Themes) * Someone to Watch Over Me * Summertime.
using the touch gestures of the iPad, guitar players can rearrange the pedals in their signal chain, turn them on and off, or to adjust their settings. The iPB-10 Programmable Pedalboard allows users to save their setups with the touch of a finger, and instantly recall them with the stomp of a foot. The iPB-10 Programmable Pedalboard is not simply a dock for the iPad. It uses multiple Audio DNA2™ processors within the unit to provide users with nolatency, high-definition signal processing. The iPB-10 is compatible with all models of iPad2 and iPad. Retail price: $699.95 www.digitech.com
Gershwin for Students from Alfred Music Publishing The Gershwin for Students, Books 1 – 3 piano collections each feature seven widely popular Gershwin tunes that are arranged at the late elementary to intermediate level. Perfect for the early learner and hobbyist alike, key signatures are limited to no more than one sharp or flat, with songs appearing in approximate order of difficulty. Every arrangement is carefully graded for students, while still retaining the intent and style of the original Gershwin compositions. AUGUST 2011
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New Products Arrangements in Book 3, intermediate level include: Fascinating Rhythm * Love Is Here to Stay * Prelude II (Blue Lullaby) * Promenade * Rhapsody in Blue (Selected Themes) * Summertime * They Can’t Take That Away from Me. Retail price: $6.99 each. www.alfred.com/piano Peavey’s Marvel Super Heroes Guitars Musicians of every skill level, from beginner to pro, can become real guitar heroes with these new musical instruments exclusively from Peavey, which immortalize Marvel Super Heroes Captain America, Thor, Wolverine, X-Men, SpiderMan, Iron Man and The Incredible Hulk in highly detailed artwork on guitars, percussion instruments and accessories. Peavey will kick off the partnership in summer 2011 with a half-size Peavey acoustic guitar featuring the Marvel Super Heroes, followed by a three-quarter size Peavey electric guitar and the full-size Peavey Rockmaster® electric guitar. Peavey will also debut guitar picks and straps featuring the Marvel Super
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Heroes, including fan favorites like Ghost Rider and Punisher. Peavey and Marvel musical instruments and accessories will be available in summer 2011 at specialty and major national retailers. www.peavey.com Roland UM-ONE USB MIDI Interface The UM-ONE is a bus-powered 1-In/1-Out MIDI interface with LED indicators for MIDI I/O signal monitoring, and conveniently integrates both USB and MIDI cables for easy compatibility with today’s computerbased music systems. The UM-ONE features high-performance FPT processing, which provides superior MIDI
transfer rates with lower latency and tighter clock timing. The UM-ONE is perfect for hobbyists who want to connect a MIDI keyboard to a computer, and is also ideal for small studios or academic settings where only
one MIDI device will be connected in close proximity to the computer. In live performance settings, the UM-ONE can also be used to control a synth, drum machine, MIDI light set-up, master recording console, or any other MIDI device from a computer. www.rolandus.com Kaces Puck Drum Practice Pad Kaces adds another product offering to their expanding percussion line with the introduction of The Puck, a 3” pocket drum pad that allows you to practice anywhere! The smaller size challenges your accuracy, making you a better drummer and the surface is formulated for a natural drum rebound. Complete with eye-catching 4-color POP counter display. Retail: $9.95. www.kaces.com WindTech Accessories WindTech has announced four new precision audio accessories made in America for small yet important tasks in any audio-visual engineer’s day-to-day operations. The CM-80 is a Camera Hot Shoe to 1/4”-20 Adapter. It attaches to any video or still camera accessory shoe and allows the mounting of a LCD monitor, a digital audio recorder or other equipment to the camera. Includes two large locking nuts. Made of high quality aluminum in a natural finish. The CM-90 is a Sony-type Inverted Hot Shoe Adapter. It converts any 1/4”-20 female thread to a standard 5/8²-27 male Microphone thread, and it allows the user to mount a microphone to any camera with a 1/4²-20 female accessory or tripod mount. Includes two large locking nuts. The M-6 is a large knurled edge Lock Nut with 1/4”-20 female thread. Can be used as a locking nut for any video or still camera or tripod accessory. Made from high quality aluminum in a natural finish. The M-7 is a threaded adapter for lighting stands or camera trpods to convert from a male 1/4²-20 to standard microphone AUGUST 2011
thread. 1/4²-20 female to 5/8²-27 male. Retail price: $18.99 (CM-80, CM90); $6.99 (M-6, M-7). www.olsenaudio.com Zildjian Gen16 Gen16, the Zildjian Company’s new division, has launched a new website and will soon release two highly anticipated virtual products, the Groove Player app for iPhone and iPad and the Gen16Grooves. com website. The Groove Player app can store thousands of beats and percussion patterns. Featuring a powerful, interactive user interface, the app allows users to create their own beats or purchase beats by many of the world’s greatest drummers and percussionist from Gen16Grooves.com. This powerful hand-held device allows users to control tempo, time signature, and drum and cymbal sound levels and post their creations to Drop Box ™ or similar websites. The app will sell for $2.99 and be available on the iTunes App Store soon.
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Meisel MPT-70 Pocketuner At just under 2” in diameter, the Meisel MPT-70 Pocketuner™ is one of the smallest on the market, but will tune any instrument and has features typically found on larger and more costly tuners. The Meisel Pocketuner is fully chromatic and features a range from B0 to B7 – suitable for all instruments. The large display is easy to read and changes
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Gen16Grooves.com offers beats (grooves) from thousands of the world’s leading drummers and percussionists, including Kenny Aronoff, Alex Acuna, Marco Minnemann, Wolf, Eddie Bayers, Danny Seraphine, Billy Martin, and a host of other world-class players. Formatted into “groove pallets,” the grooves are searchable by style, tempo, artist, and genre and can be auditioned using two bar loops in the form of MP3 files. Also, users can download a complete groove and place each two bar phrase in the appropriate spot within their musical piece. The grooves may be transferred into a ZIP folder and managed in general MIDI (GM) or optimized using the Gen16 Digital Vault “Z-Pack” or any BFD product. Users can dial in articulations and assign sounds, mic positions, and effects. Additionally, each groove can be purchased from or played on the Groove Player App. Grooves can be found soon at Gen16Grooves.com.
Industry standard dealer margins (Dealer Starter Kit Available). Easy and convenient to use for both students and professional musicians. Encourages home/road cleaning of the brass instrument. QHR use on a regular basis will result in a clean and free blowing instrument. The QHR is designed to provide intermittent and easy horn cleaning. The QHR is in no way intended to be a replacement for an annual cleaning maintenance program.
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New Products color from blue to green when a note is in perfect tune. The Pocketuner weighs less than an ounce and features a built-in stand and key chain so it can always be kept handy. Retail price: $29.95 (battery included). www.meiselaccessories.com New Mics From St. Louis Music St. Louis Music unveils two new entrylevel microphones, both of which are Low Z microphones and come with a 15foot low-impedance cable. Both feature convenient on/off switches, rugged construction and durable wind screens. The stage microphones mark another step in the company’s effort to continue to build on St. Louis Music as a brand, and that these mics are just another of the long line of house products being developed. Retail price: $39.95 (SSH100L), $49.95 (SHL300L). www.stlouismusic.com AHEAD Armor Cymbal Silo Offering a combination of innovation, durability, convenience and style, the new AHEAD Armor Cymbal Silo brings the advanced designs, superior quality and increased protection of AHEAD Armor drum cases to a new generation of cymbal bags. The Cymbal Silo is licensed by Revolution® and loaded with deluxe features such as AHEAD’s DX-Core dual foam padding, removable dividers covered in premium-grade Sherpa fleece and the state-of-the-art “Tuc-Away” convertible back-pack system with heavy-duty straps and lower back support. The Silo’s main compartment holds cymbals up to 24˝ and has a super-strong, highly-reinforced bottom while the exterior has additional storage space for hi-hats, splashes and effects. Like the groundbreaking line of Armor drum cases, the Cymbal Silo is constructed from a heavy-duty, doublestitched, 600 denier, polyester fabric—
making it extra tough, resistant to dirt, water and damage and a new standard of protection for all drummers from beginners to professionals. www.BigBangDist.com
Making Music with Mobile Devices from Alfred Making Music with Mobile Devices teaches how to employ modern day electronic devices for music making while on the go. In addition to spurring new ideas for making music, the guide also reveals how to incorporate mobile devices such as Apple® iPhone, iPod Touch, Korg DS-10/ DS-10Plus, and Nintendo® Gameboy, including the integration of mobile devices into the home recording environment for use with software such as Pro Tools, Ableton Live, and more. The Making Music with Mobile Devices handbook surveys current technologies, hardware, and software available for making music on mobile devices with easy-to-understand set up tutorials. Geared for amateurs and professional music producers alike, numerous possibilities in producing, performing, and even editing music remotely are revealed, along with best practice integration for studio or stage application. Retail price: $29.99. www.alfred.com/proaudio. Pearl Triple Shaker This 6” long, rectangular aluminum shaker provides three unique sounds: shake, click, and swish. The combination of shot and rods within the shaker allows you to rotate the body and isolate each sound or play them together, producing
an additional sound. A simple turn of the shaker activates separate sets of shot or rods, giving the player a new timbre to enhance the musical experience. Standard playing of the Triple Shaker gives you a shake sound, but by rotating AUGUST 2011
once, the shaker provides just a single click for isolated rhythms. Another rotation gives the shaker a swish sound, making this shaker the most versatile of its kind. The Triple Shaker comes in a bright red metallic finish with black end caps. Retail price: $44.00 www.pearldrum.com i-Series Injection Molded Case Line The addition of four brand new sizes in SKB’s i-series cases brings the count up to 22 different injection molded cases from the company that provide a variety of solutions for customers seeking waterproof, yet lightweight cases. All of the new i-series cases are injection molded with impact resistant, ultra high-strength polypropylene copolymer resin that has been independently tested to be over 2½ times stronger than the competition. The case shells are designed and manufactured to US Military specification standards (MIL-STD) for tactical applications. The waterproof airtight and submersible design (IP67) is also resistant to corrosion. All cases include multiple padlock locations, snap-down rubber over-molded cushion grip handles and SKB patented trigger latches. If locking latches are needed, the latches can be easily changed to a TSA locking trigger latch with the purchase of a latch kit. The 3i-2217-10 case has interior dimensions of 22” x 17” x 10½” with the base being 8½” deep and the lid being 2” deep. This case includes an injection molded telescoping handle and two in-line skate wheels. This case is available as an empty or cubed foam version. The estimated street prices for the 3i-2217-10 are $174.99 (empty) and $224.99 (cubed foam). The 3i-3614-6 case has interior dimensions of 36½” x 14½” x 6” with the
base being 4½” deep and the lid being 1½” deep. The case includes two in-line skate wheels. This case is available as AUGUST 2011
empty or layered foam versions and is shipping now. The estimated street prices for the 3i-3614-6 are $159.99 (empty) and $194.99 (layered foam). The 3i-1510-6 case has interior dimension of 15” x 10.38” x 6” with the base being 4¼” and the lid being 1¾.” This case will be available in empty and cubed version in July, 2011. The estimated street prices for the 3i-1510-6 are $84.99 (empty) and $104.99 (cubed foam). The 3i-1914N-8 has interior dimensions of 19” x 14½” x 8” with a base being 6” and the lid being 2.” This case will be available in empty and cubed version in July, 2011. The estimated street prices for the 3i-1914N-8 are $109.99 (empty) and $149.99 (cubed foam). www.skbcases.com Adams Keyboard Travel Bags Adams Voyager Frame Marimbas, Vibraphones, and Xylophones have new custom case sets designed to protect all parts and simplify transportation. The vibraphone bags are a brand new addition for Adams while the marimba and xylophone bags have been updated for 2011. The Adams Soft Bag set features heavy-duty ballistic nylon shells, complemented with heavy-duty nylon handles, shoulder straps, and integrated wheels on the larger bags for the heaviest components. All bag sets are complete with padded and lined interiors for scratch free protection, as well as more pockets
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and compartments for easy organization. Protect your investments in your instruments with heavy-duty professional quality bag sets for Adams marimbas, vibraphones, and xylophones. Retail price: $1165 (Artist/Concert Vibe 3.0 bag set –6pc.), $1250 (Soloist Xylophone 3.5 bag set – 5 pc., Concert Xylophone 4.0 bag set – 6 pc.), $1350 (Soloist Xylophone 4.0 bag set – 5 pc.,),
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New Products $1500 (Marimba Artist 4.3 bag set – 6 pc., Marimba Artist 5.0 bag set, 8 pc.), $1760 (Marimba Artist 4.6 bag set, – 8 pc.), $1850 (Marimba Soloist 4.3 bag set – 7pc., ), $2,010 (Marimba Concert 4.3 bag set – 7 pc.). www.pearldrum.com VOX VDL1 Dynamic Looper This floor effect unit contains two independent loops, Pre and Post Loop effects, and a dynamic footpedal allowing real time control of both loops and effects. Two independent loops can be stacked with an infinite number of tracks using innovative Sound on Sound recording, with no loss of fidelity. Overdubbing features include last-step undo and redo. Eleven categories of Pre Effects can be applied to the sound before recording, each offering numerous options. There are standard effects such as wah and delay, and unique effects such as pitch shifting, filtering, synths, and even bass and acoustic guitar simulators. Pre Effects can be applied to the instrument input, Mic input or both. Also included are Loop Effects, which can be applied to the recorded phrases. Loop Effects allow the user to apply effects and control the recorded
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phrases with Pitch, Speed, Scratch, Stutter, Reverse, Cross Fade, and numerous Filters, Delays and Modulation Effects. A “wah-style” expression pedal provides volume control, or can be assigned to a specific parameter control for the Pre or Loop effect. The imaginative design allows users to create sounds never before possible on the guitar. Four additional footswitches allow convenient performance control of the pedal’s presets and recording capabilities. The VOX Dynamic Looper holds 100 Programs. A single program contains the settings for the Pre Effect, the Loop Effect and assignment of the expression pedal. There are 50 Preset Programs and 50 User Programs. Programs can be created by either editing one of the preset programs or by starting from scratch. The built-in metronome can provide a rhythmic guide; Loop Quantize uses the tempo to create perfect-length phrases that loop on the beat. Auto Recording Start waits for an audio signal trigger, eliminating the need to hit record. The entire performance can be re-sampled as the basis for a new loop. Three Stop modes allow Loops to be stopped Clean, with Delay added, or to Fade out. The
dual-mode Master Limiter assures a constant level between the loops and the original signal. Retail price: $400.00. hwww.voxamps.com/us Audio-Technica Quietpoint Noise-Canceling Headphones All four models of the new QuietPoint headphones use Audio-Technica’s exclusive QuietPoint active noise-cancelling technology to effectively block outside noise. The ATH-ANC7b, ATH-ANC27, ATH-ANC25 and ATH-ANC23 offer up to 90% noise-cancelling performance. Unlike many other noise-cancelling headphones, their audio functions even if their battery runs down, ensuring listeners will never be without their music. The ATH-ANC23 in-ear model features Comply TM Foam Tips, which use a patented design that comfortably seal the ear canal. The Comply ear tips are made out of breathable memory foam that gently expands to confirm to the shape of the ear canal. Because Comply Foam Tips are 30 times softer than standard ear buds, they’re remarkably comfortable. The ATH-ANC7b, ATH-ANC27 and ATH-ANC25 feature cushioned ear pads and an adjustable headband, and have a detachable cord, enabling their use as cordless noise-cancelling headphones. The ATH-ANC7b and ATH-ANC27 headphones both fold flat for easy storage in their hard shell carrying cases, and the ATH-ANC25 has a compact folding design that takes up minimal luggage space when stored in its handy travel pouch. All models come with an airline adapter and an AAA battery, and the ATHANC7b and ATH-ANC27 models come with a 1/4-inch stereo adapter. The ATHANC23 also includes Comply Foam Tips, S, M and L sized rubber ear tips and a soft carrying pouch. Retail price: $219.95 (ANC7b), $119.95 (ANC27), $79.95 (ANC25) and $99.95 (ANC23). www.shopaudiotechnica.com AUGUST 2011
R.A.T. Z3 Tablet Stand Tablets and similar gadgets offer many advantages over sheet music such as instantly providing access to any music, storing all music in one manageable location, freeing valuable storage space and, with their illuminated screens, eliminating the need for lighting. Z3 is the first in what will be a series of tablet floor stands, designed to meet the demands of the music industry and fill an unmet need in the consumer market. With a telescopic stem and hinged iPad cradle, the stand holds the device securely at any height or angle. This makes the stand suitable for any musician, from a cellist to a trumpet player. In keeping with the design of tablets, Z3 is lightweight and portable; folding flat in just 3 simple moves. A 360 degree rotation feature on the cradle enables the iPad to be operated in landscape and portrait modes. www.ratstands.com
tionality that lets users record using the X-Y pad, just as on Korg’s Kaossilator Pro. Enhancements include four more
velocity-sensitive pads (16 to the original nanoPAD’s 12) and Kaossilator gate arpeggio patterns built into the X/Y control pad, letting users play MIDI arpeggios. The nanoKONTROL2 provides eight channels of the controllers needed to control music software, plus a set of transport buttons. A knob, fader, and three switches are provided for each of the eight channels, respectively assigned to pan, volume, and solo/mute/record (or
whatever the user specifies). www.korg.com Quick Horn Rinse Sudser The new Quick Horn Rinse (QHR) Sudser cleans brass instrument pipes quickly and effectively, making on-the-go cleanings easy and convenient. The tool flushes water through the lead pipe to dislodge and remove small and large particles of debris from the horn. The result is a clean and free blowing instrument. The QHR is designed to provide intermittent and easy horn cleaning. It is in no way intended to be a replacement for an annual cleaning maintenance program. The LB Model is designed to fit all large bore brass instruments. The SB Model is designed to fit all small bore brass instruments. www.quickhornrinse.com
Korg nanoSERIES2 The nanoSERIES2 is Korg’s next generation of slim-line USB-MIDI controllers. Compact and convenient, with serious functionality and features, nanoSERIES2 incorporates many user-requested enhancements and offers them up in the same ultra-slim casing as the original nanoSERIES. The size and color of the entire series nicely matches a laptop Mac or PC. All three units are also a perfect addition to Korg’s 37-note microKEY USB MIDI keyboard. The nanoKEY2 is a 25-note keyboard controller for creating songs, featuring a separate-type keybed (modeled after that of a Macbook®) to ensure precise, reliable recording, as well as a damper button offering sustain on the fly. Also included are buttons for octave shift, pitch bend, modulation, and a key transposition. The nanoPAD2 is great for inputting drum parts; it also boasts new funcAUGUST 2011
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Supplier Scene Shure SM58 Give It Voice Tour Winners Shure Announces the regional winners of the SM58® Give It Voice Tour. Fans voted and the 15 bands chosen to advance to the final stage of the competition are one step closer to rocking the legendary Shure SM58® Vocal Microphone at the RedGorilla Music Fest in Austin, Texas. The bands nominated to perform at the renowned regional venues for a chance at stardom are: • The Internet, Daniel Durrett, and Captions, The Roxy in Los Angeles on January 19, 2011 at 8:00 P.M. PST • Rivals of the Peacemaker, St. Bagu, and Samantha, Metro in Chicago on January 20, 2011 at 6:00 P.M. CST • The Specktators, Nick Edelstein, and Ingrid Salas y su grupo Black Shadow, Wildhorse Saloon in Nashville on January 25, 2011 at 6:00 P.M. CST
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JJ & The Rogues, Of Forgotten Dreams, and The Pulse Electric, Emo’s in Austin on January 26, 2011 at 7:00 P.M. CST • Llama Tsunami and the Without Helmet, Captain Cutthroat, and Mieka Pauley, The Paradise in Boston on January 27, 2011 at 7:00 P.M. EST After the live performances, fans will vote again and determine the band that stood out from the crowd. The final winner will have the opportunity to rock out on the SM58 at Austin’s RedGorilla Music Fest and win $10,000 worth of Shure gear. To learn more about the tour, listen to tracks from the regional winners, or to cast a vote for your favorite band, please visit www.giveitvoice.shure.com. North Hollywood ENGL Guitar Amp Showroom German-engineered ENGL Guitar Amplifiers now have a home base in North Hollywood, Calif. The company has announced the opening of a new showroom that will enable players to see, hear, try and feel these boutique amplifiers in a comfortable, hassle-free environment. The new facility, located within the Third Encore complex at 10917 Vanowen Street, offers players the opportunity to really dig into the amps without the fear of disturbing others, or being disturbed. Showroom manager and U.S. artist relations director Michael Berger is available for a one on one consultation and demonstration of the full amplifier line. Players can also purchase amplifiers at the showroom, and to celebrate the grand opening, ENGL is offering an extended two-year warranty for a limited time. In addition, the showroom offers ENGL parts and merchandise. To schedule an appointment, players should contact: Michael Berger, Showroom manager and U.S. Artist Relations director at (310) 895-8249; E-mail: englshowroom@me.com Kala Brand Visits DC with NAMM Kala Brand Music, Inc. took an opportunity to spread cheer through the nation’s capitol this spring during NAM’s Fly-In week to Washington DC. The company presented a custom painted red, white and blue ukulele to Peter Cunningham,
the Assistant U.S. Secretary Of Education for Communications and Outreach, at the Strumming and Drumming for Education ukulele and drum circle. NAMM President Joe Lamond presented Cunningham with the commemorative patriotic ukulele donated by Kala
in appreciation for the Dept.’s ongoing commitment to music/arts education. The strum and drum circle took place in front of the Department of Education and participants included music students from George Fox and Lime Kiln Middle Schools. Instruments for the ukulele and drum circle were provided by Remo, Inc. and Kala. Representing Kala were Mike Upton, President, and Rick Carlson, Director of Sales and Marketing. The red, white and blue ukulele was specially hand painted in Kala’s custom shop in California for the event which was also attended by jazz guitarist/ New York Yankee great Bernie Williams and former U.S. Secretary of Education Richard Riley. While holding the ukulele Cunningham proclaimed, “We are 50 million percent in favor of music and arts education in schools, and we will work very hard to make sure America embraces the benefits of a full education that includes music and the arts.” www.kalaukelele.com AMV Sales Adds QR Code Service to Its Stable of Goods This Summer AMV Sales & Consultation, a company that offers music-related apparel, print goods, collectibles, accessories and other items is now offering a new service: the QRiff, a QR code service that will allow retailers to post comprehensive info online about any product in their stores with just a scan from a smart-phone. See the QR code below for a demonstration. All retailers know how intensive it can be to keep up a thorough website – fullAUGUST 2011
time webmasters are sometimes necessary, and there just might not be time to update every item in the inventory. QR codes – the blocky black-and-white images appearing with growing frequency on print ads lately – are like next-generation UPC codes, scannable by any customer’s smart phone. With them, stores can market as many products in their store as they wish via those smart phones, many of which have apps that scan QRs and can store multiple bits of data, and pictures. It’s like having detailed brochures for everything, without the waste of paper. Stores can also add that data to their own websites, linking for free to the info on the QRiff site and just pay around $1 for each QR code they use. It’s all cloud-based so there’s no intensive software to download. AMV says the new service might also help retailers compete with E-Bay. The QRiff site is going live for the first time ever this summer. For more info, visit www.amvsales.com American DJ and American Audio Go on Nationwide Tour DJs of all experience levels will have an opportunity to see ground-breaking products from American DJ and American Audio as they embark on their 2011 Summer Tour, with stops in several locations around the country. Presented by American DJ National Sales Manager Alfred Gonzales and the 2010 US DMC Champion, DJ Etronic, this tour is a perfect opportunity for DJ’s who couldn’t make it to one of the big trade shows to get up close and personal with some of the most innovative, technically advanced DJ gear on the market today. A question-and-answer session with industry experts and hands-on demonstrations will provide attendees with opportunities to learn about the exciting features on new ADJ and American Audio prodAUGUST 2011
ucts, and how they may apply to their own businesses. Attendees will also be able to enter giveaways for chances to win great prizes and enjoy a free buffet, provided by American DJ. Gonzales will discuss and demonstrate American DJ’s latest and most exciting DMX and LED lighting products that produce incredible, breathtaking effects, including the H2O DMX PRO, Atmospheric RG LED, Hypnotic RGB, Duo Scan RG and more. Meanwhile, DJ Etronic will present the latest American Audio MIDI controllers and mixers in an entertaining and educational way geared towards DJ’s of all experience levels. Products to be demonstrated include the VMS4 and VMS2 mixers, the Versadeck and more. The tour is ongoing through the summer, ending on August 25 in Portland, Oreg. www.americandj.com Cort Guitars Teams with John Lennon Talent Award As part of their growing support for music education and promotion, Cort Guitars donated three guitars as part of the winning prizes to this year’s recipient of the John Lennon Talent Award after a contest held in Germany last month. The three guitars were the Cort Matthias Jabs Signature model Garage 2 guitar featuring the Scorpion guitarists favorite Scorpu pickups, coil tap switch, a two
Those 25 then perform and 11 bands or artists are selected into a crash course of the music industry, committing every spare moment to rehearsals, evaluations from industry luminaries and coaching sessions that include songwriting, stage performance, music business and law, and musicianship. www.cortguitars.com JZ Microphones on Lady Gaga’s New Album Latvian mic manufacturer JZ Microphones were proud to announce that their products were were used extensively in the production of Born This Way, the latest full-length release from Lady Gaga. Recording engineer and producer Rafa Sardina (Beyoncé, Shakira, Stevie Wonder), who worked on Born This Way, revealed that he used JZ mics extensively in the recording process. “It was really exciting to do some ‘out of the ordinary’ sessions for Lady Gaga using some of my new toys, the JZ V47 and V67 microphones,” he says. “I ended up naturally gravitat-
way, full force pickup switch and Graph Tech Tusq nut; a custom finished Cort acoustic guitar and a fully customized Cort M520 electric guitar with custom paint, mahogany body and neck, carved top and Tone Pros bridge and tailpiece. With just over 1,000 entries in this year’s competition, Bavarian band Shenaniganz walked away with the prize. The competition lasts nearly a year as initial entries are reviewed and narrowed down to 25 in a similar fashion to television’s American Idol. See us at NAMM Booth 1006 MMR 95
Supplier Scene ing towards them, even though I had a great vintage microphone selection at my disposal.’’ The mics were also recently used by engineer Joe Chiccarelli (The White Stripes, The Strokes, U2) on Christina Perri’s debut album, “Lovestrong”. www.jzmic.com Atwood and Freer Lead Cloyd Duff Timpani Master Class Pearl/Adams Artists Jim Atwood and Tom Freer taught the 30th annual Cloyd Duff Timpani Master Class from June 13-17, 2011. Held on the campus of the University of Missouri at Kansas City, Atwood and Freer lead a week of all things related to timpani – including technique, musicality, repertoire, mallet wrapping, head clearing, head tucking, instrument care, and audi-
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tion preparation. Founded in 1982 by the legendary Cloyd Duff, the five day class attracts aspiring timpanists from around the world, including students, teachers, amateurs, and professionals. As part of Pearl and Adams’s continuing support of providing exceptional educational opportunities for aspiring percussionists, a set of four Adams Dresden Classic Timpani and a set of four Adams Generation 2 Professional Timpani were made available for use during the class. Each day, Atwood and Freer presented lectures on the fundamental technical and musical considerations that
made Duff’s approach to timpani integral to generations of timpanists. Class participants also performed a variety of standard repertoire in a master class setting, working with either Atwood or Freer. Pearl and Adams are proud to support this outstanding event with such a storied history. Each year, the Cloyd Duff Timpani Master Class stimulates a group of inspiring musicians by working closely with professionals who dedicate their time to the future of their craft. By working with musicians such as Atwood and Freer, Pearl and Adams are able to create instruments that are embraced by professionals worldwide for their sounds, excellence, and quality. www.pearldrum.com Symetrix Jupiter System Goes On the Defense The Royal Thai Armed Forces Headquarters in Thailand’s Ministry of Defense recently called on contractor Fuzion Far East,well-respected not only for flawless designs but also for tremendous aftersale service, to improve the sound quality the organization’s Bangkok headquarters. Fuzion director Siri Wongkamolchun relied on a Symetrix Jupiter 8 “zero learning curve” signal processor to deliver stellar quality and functionality with minimal setup time and at a very competitive price.
Fuzion also installed a complement of NEXO loudspeakers in the ceiling, including four PS8s, one PS8TD-V3, and two LS400s. Two Quest QM12MP stage monitors provide fold-back while minimizing feedback. The Symetrix Jupiter 8 is one of three hardware configurations in the Jupiter Series and provides eight inputs and eight outputs. The unit accepts all of the input sources at the headquarters’ function room to deliver equalization, limiting, mixing, and feedback suppression using the Gain-sharing Automixer 1 app. Users control the system with a Vity wireless touchscreen panel. They select which input sources are active and their volumes via the Jupiter 8. Other controls, that users really have no business adjusting, are not made available. “The installation was very successful,” said Wongkamolchun. “The AV systemis professional and functional, and pressing the room into service forlectures and meetings has been transparent and straightforward for theMinistry of Defense.” www.symetrix.co Crossrock Offers Huge Giveaway at Summer NAMM The Crossrock™ Case Company is giving away a package of instrument cases worth $2500 at the Nasvhille Summer NAMM Show. The durable musical instrument case manufacturer announced that dealers can enter to win this package either by calling 541-550-7122 to set up an appointment for the Summer NAMM Show, or by stopping by their booth at the conference (#422) and putting a business card into the Crossrock fishbowl. Crossrock™ cases aim to provide MI retail establishments a powerful combination of high-quality case products & great profit margins. With
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www.casio.com www.chem-pak.com www.chesbromusic.com www.civilizedworld.com www.hofner.com; www.paesold.com wwwComputerizedGuitar.com www.connollymusic.com www.CooperStand.com www.creatorstouchllc.com
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F Fishman Transducers, Inc. Fishman Transducers, Inc. Fishman Transducers, Inc. Fishman Transducers, Inc. Flaxwood USA, Inc Floyd Rose Marketing
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M/N Metropolitan Music Co. Miami Audio Music Corp. NAMM National Educational Music Co. Nektar Technology, Inc New Sensor Corp.
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B J.J. Babbitt Co. Inc. Big Bends LLC Breezy Ridge Instruments Ltd.
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U/V U.S. Band & Orchestra Supplies U.S. Band & Orchestra Supplies Visual Sound VocoPro Voyage-air Guitar
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W/Y/Z W.D. Music Products Inc. Wittner GmbH & Co. KG Yamaha Corp. of America Yorkville Sound Inc. Avedis Zildjian Co.
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