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July 19, 2024 I Distribution
SJC Drums Assigns U.S. Distribution to Hal Leonard
This new partnership will see Hal Leonard offer an exclusive product line alongside SJC series kits to resellers across the U.S.
July 19, 2024 I Appointments
Korg USA Adds 2 to Sales, Marketing Team
Kate Moyer is the company’s new bass brand category manager, which accounts for all products within the Spector, Aguilar and Darkglass brands, while Anoush Saboktakin is now the guitar amplifier category manager, which accounts for all products within the Blackstar and Vox brands.
July 19, 2024 I Technology
Proel North America Integrates Catalog with AIM POS
This integration enhances convenience and efficiency for music stores, allowing for seamless access to and management of Proel products within their AIM systems.
July 15, 2024 I Appointments
Casio America’s Mark Amentt to Retire
Amentt will retire on Aug. 1 after nearly 14 years at Casio.
July 15, 2024 I Partnership
Yamaha Partners with Tomplay in the U.S.
Yamaha customers will get complimentary access to the Tomplay app for three months by registering a Yamaha brass, woodwind, string or mallet keyboard instrument.
July 15, 2024 I Legal
PRS, Ted McCarty Family Drop ‘Theodore’ Trademark Dispute with Gibson
PRS said in a statement it continues to “hold dear and protect its long-standing agreement with Ted McCarty and the McCarty family regarding the exclusive rights to the McCarty trademark and to McCarty’s name and persona.”
July 15, 2024 I Appointments
Guitar Center Appoints New EVP
In his new role, Adolfo Rodriguez will be responsible for the end-to-end technology vision and execution for the company.
July 09, 2024 I Legal
Dean Guitars Attains Win in Appeal Against Gibson
The U.S. Court of Appeals in the 5th circuit ruled in favor of Dean Guitars by granting a full reversal and a new trial.