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We speak to a panel of recognized experts to discern the relative strength of the drums and percussion space, find out how retailers could better capitalize on manufacturers' products and, finally, discover what offerings are new or soon to be coming down the pike.
This article invites some of the most influential—not to mention successful—independent retailers in the MI business to share their insights with us, present some advice and deliver our industry's "state of the union" address.
This year's annual Holiday Sales Guide drew such an enthusiastic response that we literally didn't have page space to include everybody who submitted product information. So, we present Part Two this month, sharing even more hot holiday products.
Although temperatures are still pretty warm and the holiday season seems a long way away, it's never too early to start preparing for holiday sales. We offer a selection of products that manufacturers state will be hot sellers for the holidays.Perhaps you believe sales of DJ products in 2011 are break-even or even negative compared to last year. However, that's not the case. The DJ market is in transition. Meanwhile, it's also one of the hottest MI market segments.NAMM has taken its message to Capitol Hill, with focus on having the word "music" appear in the reauthorization of the No Child Left Behind Act, and also intellectual property. From Russia With LoveMusikmesse is a Trend Setter
Japan's Tragic AftermathAcoustic Ascent
Gibson Fights Back
Shopatron 'Til You Drop
Class is in Session
Gibson Indictments Likely
NRF Talks Jobs,
Jobs and More Jobs
It’s a Record!
MSR Exclusive InterviewMusic Group's Master PlanKnock it Off With the Knockoffs!Music & Sound Award Nominees
Taylor-Made For EuropeWe Cover it All!
A ‘Super’ Party on Kent Island
‘Father of RMM’ Passes
Don’t ‘Skip’ this Story!
Skip’s Music Celebrates 30th Anniversary of its Special Event
I Just Wanna Bang
on the Drums All Day
Your One-Stop Shop For The Holidays!
Heathcare Provision Could
Be a Nightmare
America the Beautiful
Not Doubting Thomas
Mendello Retires, Thomas Named Fender CEO
Music City Mystery
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The Latest, Industry, Dealers, People and Product Buzz and Showcases.
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The Music & Sound
Independent Retailer
A music store expands to a second location; another would-be burglar is nabbed; a prominent family business is under new ownership; a 75th anniversary is marked; and a retailer celebrated the grand opening of its newest retail store.
Five Minutes With
QSC's Joe Pham offers a detailed, wide-ranging interview during which he discusses his background and career trajectory, QSC's evolving product portfolio, the company's secrets to business success and the state of the market during this turbulent economic time.
MI Spy
Spy's travels to a vacation in the Florida Keys are interrupted by a sojourn in Fayetteville NC, where our intrepid undercover investigator looks for an affordable, but high quality, drum kit.
Guest Editorial
Mark Despotakis, Director of Market Development, Progressive Music, reminds readers about the numerous programs that are accessible to NAMM members.
Appraisal Scene Investigation
Rebecca Apodaca recently attended a concert in Los Angeles where the performers were the former customers of a retail music store called Phillips Music Company. She takes a closer look at the company, and the people behind it.
Sales Guru
Gene Fresco quotes Thomas Edison as having said, "I love making mistakes, because it tells me what not to do." From here, Gene launches into his customarily practical, in-the-trenches salesmanship advice that will satisfy your customer, and make you money.
Business & Marketing
Every person, and every associated business, has to have a social media presence, right? David Hall, Vice President - Sales & Marketing, Pro-Active Websites, takes the mystery out of it, letting you know how to manage your presence in 20 minutes a day.
Veddatorial
Dan Vedda opened a new store this summer. But, it was in the same location, with the same name and, at a glance, you wouldn't realize it was a new store. Huh? Dan tells you all about it. |
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Heidi Blackmer Robichaud:
Took a long journey to become the President of Earthworks Audio. However, she has many great tales to tell. Gioia Molinari: For Gioia Molinari, who serves as Head of Marketing of RCF, a company based in Reggio Emilia, Italy, the path to our industry was a winding one. She shares her story with us.
Cindalee Hall:
Dinah Gretsch
Carol Calato
Diana Cecchini
Jennifer Davies
Sharon Hennessey
Carla Alger
Dawn Werk
Sonia Vallis
Catherine Polk
Cyndi Fritz
Janet Deering
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May 15, 2007 - VOLUME 24, No.5
Doing Sound Biz
Pro audio products are often in demand and can provide strong margins. Looking for tips when customers enter your store looking for these items? Our manufacturer panel offers “sound” advice.
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Leather Case Holds the Key for FTC
A case now being heard by the U.S. Supreme Court is likely to have a huge affect on the FTC’s possible investigation of MI organizations and manufacturers. Find out why this lawsuit is so important.
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U.S. Court Upholds Ace Suit Against Guitar Center
In the case of Ace Pro Sound & Recording vs. Guitar Center and several suppliers, a U.S. District Court Judge has upheld all but two of the 26 counts. Find out what’s next in this $1 billion lawsuit.
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MI BUZZ
The Latest, Industry, Dealers, People and Product Buzz and Showcases.
COLUMNS
The Music & Sound Independent Retailer
We launch a new column specifically dedicated to the independent retailer!
MI Spy
Spy is off to Minnesota’s Twin Cities. Of course, it was cold, but Spy had a great and revealing visit.
Five Minutes With...
Mark Brunner of Shure joins us for our pro audio issue. On the agenda: How the industry has changed during the last 18 years; Have wireless mics caught up to wired mics in terms of sound quality?; How has Brunner’s experiences at retail stores been?; and much more.
The Music & Sound Independent Retailer
The second edition of our new column features a telling interview with Bill Wagoner of Wagoner Music, talk about MusicStoreOwners.com and IMRA, and much more.
Birth of a Product: Shadow Electronics
Often, necessity is the mother of invention. For Lee Barker, founder of Barker Bass, wrist pain when playing bass guitars led to his invention. Here’s the story behind his five-year old, one-man Oregon operation.
Ravi on Record
Ravi compares the in-store customer service experience to an online experience he had when purchasing sunglasses. Read on to see how it correlates to your store.
Veddatorial
Dan Vedda explains why you must engage and excite customers to be successful.
CURTAIN CALL
Imogen Heap writes songs, plays piano and the nail violin, and has had songs featured on shows such as the recently-concluded the O.C. What software, which you may sell in your store, does she use to recreate her unique sounds on stage? Does she plan to design her own instrument?
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