News

October 31, 2025 I Event

Donner Participates in Music China, Unveils a Slew of New Products

Donner unveiled two MIYAVI Signature pedals, two Ruben Wan Signature pedals, four new models of electronic drum sets and digital pianos, and the VIVA stringless smart guitar.

October 28, 2025 I Appointments

Korg Names New CEO, COO  

Effective immediately, Miyou Kato has been appointed CEO and representative director, while Hironori Fukuda has been named COO and representative director.

October 28, 2025 I Event

NAMM Announces Bass Magazine Awards Show at NAMM Show

The celebration of bass will honor Lifetime Achievement Award recipients Les Claypool of Primus, Mike Dirnt of Green Day and Marcus Miller, along with Future of Bass Award Recipients Laura Lee of Khrungbin and Blu DeTiger.

October 27, 2025 I Appointments

Kepma Guitars Expands National Sales Team

The growing brand has added seven industry veterans to its U.S. sales team.

October 21, 2025 I Award

The NAMM Show Wins Gold at Trade Show Executive’s 2025 Awards

The NAMM Show receives the highest honors, winning “Fastest-Growing Retail Show” and “Staying Connected Awards.”

October 20, 2025 I Event

Pearl River’s Global Piano Competition Announces Winners, New Format

The 42nd annual event continued to foster young musical talent worldwide with a new format, a distinguished advisory council and hundreds of regional stages culminating in the International Grand Final in Xiamen, China.

October 20, 2025 I Philanthropy

NAMM Opens Applications for 2026 Best Communities for Music Education

Now in its 27th year, the NAMM Foundation program recognizes school districts and individual schools for their support and commitment to music education, as well as their efforts to ensure access to music for all students as part of a well-rounded education.

October 20, 2025 I Event

Roland, DW’s OxtoberFest Event 2025 Brings 20-Plus New Product Previews

The three-day event welcomed drum retailers from across the world to the annual event, which featured a mix of new product previews, interactive roundtables and live performances.