News
April 13, 2026 I Partnership
Buffet Crampon USA Expands Tuba Showroom
A new partnership with the Baltimore Brass Company provides a secondary location and resource where tuba players can access and purchase instruments.
April 13, 2026 I Technology
The Acoustic Shoppe Hits 100K YouTube Subscribers
With this milestone, the retailer has earned the platform’s Silver Creator Award and recently featured actor and songwriter Jeff Daniels on its channel.
April 05, 2026 I Acquisition
John Packer Musical Instruments Acquires Smith-Watkins
The news sees Smith-Watkins, known for its cornets and trumpets, become part of the family which includes brands, such as JP Musical Instruments, Rath Trombones, Taylor Trumpets, Sterling Musical Instruments and Rudall Carte Woodwinds.
April 05, 2026 I Appointments
ESP Guitar Company Announces Executive Leadership Changes
Longtime CEO and president Matt Masciandaro is retiring, while current vice president of product development Todd Binder has been named president.
April 05, 2026 I Award
Inc. Names Ensemble Performing Arts to 2026 Fastest-Growing Private Companies List
Ensemble, which operates some 125 local music and dance schools, was ranked No. 12 in the region.
April 03, 2026 I Retail
Guitar Center Relaunches Orange County Drum & Percussion
Originally acquired by GC in 2009, CEO Gabe Dalporto speaks exclusively with Music Inc. about the relaunch and how the retailer has reunited with the original founder to honor OCDP’s SoCal punk rock roots.
March 26, 2026 I Anniversary, Event
Fender to Hold Tele Town Event at Ryman Auditorium
The event is set to take place May 4 at the historical Nashville, Tennessee, concert venue and feature such artists as Brad Paisley and Brothers Osborne.
March 25, 2026 I Acquisition
Robert M. Sides Family Music Centers Purchases Johnstonbaugh’s Music Centers
Former owners Bob and Judy Johnstonbaugh closed on the deal on March 6 — the same day as their retirement party.
