As part of its corporate goal to enhance shareholder value and meet the demands of a changing marketplace, TEAC Corporation, the global electronics manufacturer, today announced a strategic alliance with Onkyo Corporation, a worldwide leader in consumer audio. The alliance between Onkyo and TEAC is particularly synergistic in that both companies share a commitment to excellence and a passion for
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Moog Music has announced that it has won an Outstanding Technical Achievement award from the TEC (Technical Excellence & Creativity) Foundation in recognition of its Slim Phatty analog synthesizer, launched in 2011. Mike Adams, CEO/President; Cyril Lance, Chief Engineer and Steve Dunnington, Product Development Specialist of Moog Music were all on hand to accept the award during a special recognition
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For those of you unfamiliar with NAMM, it stands for the National Association of Music Merchants and they just completed their 110th show in Anaheim, CA and reached new record numbers! At show close, NAMM reported 95,709 registered attendees, a six percent increase from last year. International registration also experienced a 15 percent increase from last year to 11,981. The
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MOLECULES’ unique shape produces a full bodied sound with great projection and lots of “low end” frequencies. “If you want big bottom, MOLECULES got em” explains inventor Rob Lerner. Not yet available in stores, MOLECULES have caught the eye and ear of numerous celebrity drummers (see youtube videos of the 2010 BET Awards and 2009GuitarCenterDrum-off). Industry veterans and sound engineers
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Audio specialist Sennheiser is launching its brand new XS Wireless Series at the 2012 NAMM Show. Designed for users who want to easily go wireless, this entry-level series offers complete sets with sturdy units, simple operation and high quality sound. The transmitters have a battery life of up to 10 hours, while a switching bandwidth of up to 24 MHz allows for
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Avid today announced the VENUE SC48 Remote System, a compact digital live sound system that delivers the revered sound quality, deep Pro Tools® integration, and direct plug-in support of the award-winning VENUE SC48, now with remote I/O functionality for increased flexibility. Consisting of the SC48 console and new VENUE Stage 48 remote box, Ethernet Snake Card, and VENUE 3 software,
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Sony Electronics’ full line of professional audio technology -- ranging from portable audio recorders to wireless and wired microphone technology to headphones – will be on display at Winter NAMM (Booth # 6214). Sony’s digital recorders – the PCM-M10, PCM-D1 and PCM-D50 digital field recorders -- are designed to faithfully capture live performances and events, including the most subtle of
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Akai Professional is proud to announce MPC Renaissance and MAX49. Details are below. MPC Renaissance is the world’s first MPC designed to harness the processing power of a user’s Mac or PC. Akai Professional will unveil MPC Renaissance at booth #6400 at the 2012 NAMM Show from January 19-22 in Anaheim, California. MPC Renaissance is the much-anticipated merging of a premium MPC with
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Introducing The Breedlove Voice. Presentation by Colin Bescancon of Breedlove Guitars and Lloyd Baggs of LR Baggs. Together they'll present the new Breedlove Voice Series, a tonal collaboration.
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IK Multimedia is proud to present iRig™ PRE, iRig™ STOMP and iRig™ Mic Cast. Read about them Below. iRig™ PRE is the ultimate solution for connecting any type of microphone – from regular stage microphones to expensive studio models – to any iPhone, iPhone touch or iPad providing access to the widest range of recording applications. iRig PRE is the first high-quality microphone
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MXL, a leading manufacturer of consumer and professional grade recording microphones today announced the upcoming release of the Trio, the latest in the iPad® compatible USB condenser microphones. The trio, which also works with PC and Apple ® computers, is specially designed to also work with both versions of the iPad®. Built out of a rugged all metal design, it
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As part of NAMM Show 2012 being held on January 19-22 in Anaheim California, guitar manufacturing mogul Phillip Jarrell will showcase the latest and greatest creations in the Jarrell Guitar collection. Featuring the debut of the revolutionary Monte Pittman Signature Series of 3 guitars: MPS.1, MPS.f, and the MPS*Classic, attendees will have the opportunity to get 'hands on,' up close
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MXL Microphones, the professional audio division of Marshall Electronics, has introduced a new microphone that puts studio-quality recording within easy reach of iPad® users. The new MXL Tempo is a USB-powered condenser microphone that allows users to record vocals and other sounds on-the-go when connected via an optional iPad® Camera Connection Kit adapter. This lightweight microphone makes it easy to
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Sensaphonics, the technology leader in personal monitoring, is announcing two product upgrades at the 2012 Winter NAMM Show in Anaheim, January 19-22. Effective immediately, a new coaxial cable system is being offered for the company’s 2X-S, 2MAX and 3MAX earphones. In addition, Sensaphonics is introducing Crystal Series color options for all its custom-fit, soft silicone products. The new Sensaphonics cable
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Peavey Electronics, one of the world's leading manufacturers and suppliers of musical instruments, amplifiers and sound reinforcement equipment, will unveil its innovative new products for 2012 at Winter NAMM, January 19-22 in Anaheim, Calif., Exhibit 5740 in Hall B. Please join us for a very special Press Conference on Thursday at 10:30 a.m. in the Peavey exhibit (5740, Hall B), where
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Pelonis Sound And Acoustics Signature Series Model 42 is on the shortlist of nominees in the Studio Monitor Technology category, “representing superior accomplishment in the field of technical achievement,” at the 27th Annual TEC Awards during the NAMM Show. Headquartered in Santa Barbara, California, Pelonis Sound and Acoustics introduced the Model 42 to industry wide critical acclaim. The Model 42 professional
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Gibson Guitar will be showcasing the latest array of guitars, technology and audio equipment at the 2012 NAMM Show in Anaheim, California, January 19-22, 2012. Gibson USA, Epiphone, Gibson Acoustic and Gibson Gear each will host a dynamic and interactive area inside the Gibson exhibit (booth #303AB) for NAMM badge holders to experience firsthand. Plus, Gibson Custom will host its
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There is lots going on at the House Research Institute and it is oh so relevant to ANYONE attending NAMM. Here are some of the topics we've highlighted for this year: Uncle Joe of Los Angeles KLOS radio will stop by on Saturday between 11:00 a.m. and 1:00 p.m. to greet NAMM attendees and to discuss the importance of
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Gig-fx inc. is pleased to announce the release of the PAN-EC echo-panning pedal. Designed with input from top players such as Adrian Belew, three years of R&D has produced an effect that digitally emulates the character of classic tape-loop echo units such as the Wem Copycat and Echoplex and adds a unique feature of smoothly panning the echo left to
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Indianapolis -- Five-time Emmy Award-winning television personality Scott Houston will announce the release of his newest public television series, “Music Makers,” at The NAMM Show, held January 19-22 at the Anaheim Convention Center in Anaheim, California. The announcement will take place during a press conference on Thursday, January 19 at 4:00PM PST in the NAMM Press Room. NAMM is the
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Audio Specialist Sennheiser is unveling a new addion to its wireless microphone portfolio.
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FRANKLIN, TN, January 16, 2012 – Emotiva Pro, the company that is starting a revolution in pro sound, will showcase guitarist Johnny Hiland in three exclusive performance seminars at its National Association of Music Merchants (NAMM) booth in Anaheim, Calif. Hiland will be appearing in Booth 1761 in Hall E that Thursday, Friday, and Saturday from 4:30-6:00 p.m., alongside Emotiva
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With a pedigree in manufacturing Archtop, Acousticand Hollowbody guitars spanning over 40 years,Peerless Guitars is very proud to announce at NAMM2012 the release of two Dr MARTIN TAYLOR MBEsignature models…The Maestro and The Virtuoso. The Maestro is the higher spec model with blondecarved solid spruce top, antique sunburst carved solidmaple back and solid maple sides.The guitar is complimented in perfect
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The 27TH Annual TEC Awards will be held on Friday, January 20, 2012 at the NAMM Show in the Pacific Ballroom of the Anaheim Hilton from 6-9pm. HOSTED by Will Lee LES PAUL AWARD presented to Steve Vai PRESENTERS INCLUDE Billy Sheehan • “Weird Al” Yankovic Jeff “Skunk” Baxter • Lisa Loeb Bootsy Collins • Eddie Kramer
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Since its inception in 2004, Pigtronix has pursued a conceptual approach to pedal design called F.A.T. - Futuristic Analog Tone. The journey to fulfill this ambitious vision has led the upstart pedal manufacturer through uncharted musical territories to breakout success at retail, while inspiring a legion of fans across the globe. Pigtronix now sets a new standard for tube distortion
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(01.12.12) – Napa, CA) ArtistWorks (www.artistworks.com) will be unveiling its fourteenth online music school at the 2012 Winter NAMM Show in Anaheim, California,19-22 January. The leaders in online music education will announce new online schools for Dobro and Latin Percussion to join their twelve existing schools and two academies that already use the innovative Video Exchange™ learning method. ArtistWorks, which this
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After five years of development, near-impossible licensing obstacles and an extended beta period that yielded three industry awards, the wait is finally over. Jammit is one of the most significant developments in music education-technology, driving the next generation of musicians to a skill level of unmatched proportions, using none other than their favorite songs. Delivering a stunning user experience, Jammit
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SANTA CLARA, CALIFORNIA JANUARY 12, 2012 - Dean Markley Strings announced today that Korn guitarist, Munky will be appearing and signing autographs at the Dean Markley booth during the National Association of Music Merchants (NAMM) trade show next week in Anaheim, California. Munky will appear on Friday, January 20 at 5PM at booth #5710. Just this week, James "Munky" Shaffer
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Dean Markley is world reknown for their legendary strings, innovative products and memorable ad campaigns. Dean Markley the man, is back at Booth # 5710. Celebrating the company's 40th Anniversary, Dean Markley has come back to be a part of the day to day activities around the office. Swing by the booth to say hello, meet the man, check out
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NORTHBROOK, ILLINOIS JANUARY 11, 2012 - Cort Guitars announced today the brand new GENE SIMMONS AXE Guitar. The GS GUITAR AXE-2 is the latest addition to the series of signature instruments from GENE SIMMONS and Cort Guitars. The guitar will officially be unveiled at the 2012 National Association of Music Merchants (NAMM) trade show next week in Anaheim, California. Fans
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Worldwide trade distributors John Hornby Skewes & Co. Ltd. is gearing up for a massive NAMM 2012 with the international release of a brand new electric guitar and bass range – Fret-King Black Label – and a showcase of its full range of guitars and basses now distributed in more than 70 countries around the globe. The show will see
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Rhizome, roots of the future Rhizome SXE™ and Rhizome LE™ Now Available for order and on display at NAMM 2012 Last year, Feeltune released a new product at the 2011 NAMM show, the Rhizome, a computer-based groove machine compatible with VST and VSTi plugins. All of this come wrapped in a super ergonomic and exquisitely designed machine, which offers numerous
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