K.H.S. Names Wang CEO

Brian BerkJanuary 10, 2020

K.H.S. Group appointed Andy Wang to the position of CEO.

Alpha Distribution Acquires Amptweaker

Brian BerkJanuary 9, 2020

Alpha Distribution is acquiring the Amptweaker pedal brand, which was founded by James Brown and his wife Phyllis.

Sweetwater Surpasses $800M in Sales

Brian BerkJanuary 8, 2020

Sweetwater’s total sales in 2019 were $805 million, up 11 percent from $725 million in 2018, which represents a record.

Gibson to Begin New Era

Brian BerkJanuary 8, 2020

Gibson announced it will unveil a “new era in guitar evolution” at The NAMM Show in Anaheim, Calif, from Jan. 16-19.

Drum Workshop Unveils Foundation

Brian BerkJanuary 6, 2020

Drum Workshop Inc. (DW), designer and manufacturer of drums, pedals and hardware, recently announced the creation of the DW Music Foundation (DWMF).

Manhasset Specialty Celebrates 85 Years

Brian BerkJanuary 3, 2020

Manhasset Specialty Co., manufacturer of music stands and accessories, is celebrating 85 years.

A Changing of the Guard at MIRC

Brian BerkJanuary 3, 2020

MIRC (Musical Instrument Reclamation Corp.) owner Monte Richards has decided to retire after 27 years.

Gibson Brands to Host New Contest at NAMM

Brian BerkJanuary 2, 2020

KRK Systems is joining forces with Epiphone and parent company, Gibson Brands, to host the first-annual NAMM Guitar Solo Contest at the Gibson booth (300A) during The 2020 NAMM Show.

Drum Workshop Acquires Slingerland From Gibson

Brian BerkDecember 17, 2019

Drum Workshop Inc. (DW) recently announced the acquisition of the Slingerland drum brand from the Nashville-based Gibson.

John D’Addario III Named D’Addario CEO

Brian BerkDecember 16, 2019

The D’Addario Co. has announced that, effective Jan. 1, John D’Addario III, son of John D’Addario, Jr. and nephew of the current CEO, will take on the title of ...