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MIRC 2013: Former DV employees invited to attend networking event
NEWSThe 31 former employees are being invited to the one-day dealer event to seek new opportunities.
TIM SLATER: Eurovision... does anyone still care?
NEWSWith one of the longest-running TV shows just days away from beaming into living rooms around the world our man Tim Slater asks the big question... Does anyone care?
MIRC 2013: Polar Audio to show Mackie and Ampeg lines
NEWSPolar Audio announced it will be unveiling its newly-signed Mackie and Ampeg lines at this year's MI Retail Conference and Expo.
New directorships as Marshall restructures
NEWSMarshall Amplification has announced significant changes to its company structure after a prolonged period of internal development.
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MIA questions DV247 deal
NEWSThe MIA has issued a statement following the purchase of Digital Village's business and assets by German-based Music Store.
DV247: Administrators Grant Thornton release statement
NEWSDV247 has released a statement following online backlash against the sale of Digital Village to a subsidiary of German-based Music Store.
Funding boost for MIRTAS apprentice scheme
NEWSThe MIRTAS training scheme has been given more cash, which will double the amount of funding per apprentice.
How to win a Pro Sound Award
NEWSThe lobbying period for the Pro Sound Awards remains open until the end of May, but we still need your ideas and nominations.
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IAG expands into new UK HQ
NEWSIAG UK – parent company of Wharfedale Pro and SurgeX – is relocating to a new purpose-built facility.
DV rescued by German giant
NEWSDigital Village owner White Rabbit Records has folded and a new company, DV247 has emerged, owned by Music Store director, Michael Sauer.
MIRC 2013: Software specialist TESBL becomes headline sponsor
NEWSMusic industry software specialist The Enterprise Software Business Ltd is the headline sponsor of this year's MIRC.
Peavey brings the Ecoustic E110 to Europe
NEWSPeavey has just announced the availability of its Ecoustic E110 acoustic guitar amplifier in Europe.
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Music Store Cologne to buy Digital Village?
NEWSRumours abound of deal for online retail specialist, with announcement expected shortly.
Rotosound takes on Heller straps range
NEWSHenry Heller has chosen Rotosound as the exclusive UK distributor for its new guitar strap range.
TOP TEN: This week's most read stories
NEWSThis week's news featured a few big moves in the industry with Hal Leonard appointing Mark Mumford as European MD and Peavey adding Jonathan Quinney to its sales team.
MI PRO TV: The craft behind Crafter
NEWSIn this recently released video, Injae Park of Crafter Guitars shows how Crafter acoustic guitars are built in his Korean factory.
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Mumford becomes Hal Leonard Euro MD
NEWSMark Mumford has been promoted to the new role of European managing director of Hal Leonard.
Zico Chain to appear at PMT Cambridge
NEWSYamaha and Professional Music Technology have teamed up to present Zico Chain at the retailer's Cambridge location.
Barnes & Mullins takes on Bow Hold Buddies line
NEW GEARInvented by master string teachers, Things 4 Strings, the Bow Hold Buddies line helps beginners shape and stabilize bow holds.
Vintage sponsors acoustic stage at HammerFest
NEWSTaking place recently in Pwllheli, North West Wales, this year's HammerFest attracted more than 60 bands and thousands of fans.
Yamaha backs A2D show
NEWSThe popular Analogue to Digital music production show, now in its fifth year, returns to Exeter on Saturday 18th May at the Exeter Phoenix.
Yamaha and Chappell of Bond St team up for Ginger Baker film launch
NEWSTo celebrate the launch of the new 'Beware of Mr. Baker' documentary, Yamaha is giving fans a chance to play along with the iconic drummer.
Martin irked by Aria string announcement
NEWSMartin has reacted to Aria's announcement last week that it would be selling Martin strings, with a statement clarifying its UK distribution set-up
Focusrite launches two new Scarlett models
NEW GEARWith recording artists, producers and bands in mind, both of the new units feature Focusrite mic pres and 24/96 conversion.
MIRC 2013: Zoom range ideal for indies says firm
NEWSHome recording and effects specialist Zoom UK will be at this year's MIRC, hoping to once again make an impression among its core indie retail base.
