Yes, it's that time again. We don't mean holiday time either. It's time to announce the nominees for the 25 Music & Sound Award categories. This year is the 22nd time we will be handing out the hardware, which will take place at next month's NAMM Show. Information about the winners will appear shortly in the pages of this magazine. Without further ado, let's present the nominees along with a bunch of comments from them as well. Nominees for the best multi-store and single-store MI dealers appear below.
Best Acoustic Guitar of 2007:
Sierra Sunrise
"Being nominated for Best Acoustic Guitar is truly an honor based on the infancy of the Sierra Guitar brand. It is certainly a challenge in such a competitive market for a newcomer to obtain this type of recognition. The SA28CE was designed with the musician and music retailer in mind. Interest for the Sunrise-SA28CE has been phenomenal, and we graciously thank all of our authorized Sierra Dealers for their interest and support."-Craig Toporek, product manager, Sierra Guitars
Michael Kelly Hybrid Special
"We are really appreciative of this recognition especially since it comes from music dealers. We set out to build a simple and elegant solution for players seeking great acoustic and electric tone in a single instrument. We are glad to see that the market likes the end result."-Bill Xavier, VP of sales, Hanser Music Group
Ibanez Exotic Wood African Zebrawood (acoustic-electric)
Crafter TC-035
"On behalf of Crafter USA, I would like to thank our retail partners who have nominated the TCO-35 for the Music and Sound guitar of the year award. This guitar has been a winner for consumers and retailers for some time. We are truly honored!"-Joe Arias, vice president & general manager, Crafter USA
Ovation VXT hybrid
"KMC feels honored to receive so many Music and Sound Award nominations! We sincerely thank our partners in music and business-our dealers for recognizing KMC's commitment to building quality and innovative products, along with providing programs and services to help dealers serve their customers and continue the musical experience."-Paul Damiano, VP sales/marketing, KMC
Best Electric Guitar of 2007:
Fender/Roland VG Stratocaster
"Fender is honored to be nominated in three categories. After more than 60 years in the music industry, it's always great to see that our mission to exceed the expectations of music enthusiasts worldwide is being recognized by our peers."-Bill Mendello, Fender chairman and CEO
Ibanez RG550 20th anniversary reissue
Paul Reed Smith 513
"I am proud to be part of a company where musicians create new tools to create new music. That's what the 513 is all about."-Winn Krozack, artist relations, PRS
"This is an honor. Everyone at PRS worked so hard to bring this model to life. Thank you!"-Paul Reed Smith
Peavey Orange County Choppers
Hamer Sunburst Flame Top
*(See comment under Best Acoustic Guitar)
Best Bass Guitar of 2007:
Ibanez SR400QM
Fender Fretless Jazz Bass
*(See comment under Best Electric Guitar)
Ibanez SRX590
Dean Guitars Razorback
Best Guitar Accessory of 2007:
Planet Waves Tru-Strobe Tuner
"It's an honor to be nominated for these awards. Our goal is to produce unique yet practical high-quality musical instrument accessories for the new and working musician. This nomination validates retailers' confidence in the ability to sell our products to their customers while maintaining credibility and profit. We're very happy to see dealers agree that items like the Planet Waves Tru-Strobe Tuner and Evans Wingnut Drum Key are important to both the music retailer and their customers."-John Roderick, vice president of product management, D'Addario & Co., Inc.
Jodavi Snap Jack Guitar Cables
"We are very excited and appreciative to be nominated for Best Guitar Accessory. When we first conceived the Snap Jack, we knew we had a unique product that would benefit all guitar players; but we didn't realize the magnitude and impact that it had on the industry. It feels great not only to be recognized by the artists, but also the music industry retailers."-Diane Nguyen, director of sales and marketing, Jodavi
Barcus-Berry SoulMate Chromatic Tuner
"We are thrilled that the Barcus-Berry SoulMate tuner has been nominated for Guitar Accessory of the Year. Dealers have really caught on to this product for its versatility, affordability, and easy-sell packaging. Thanks to our dealers for nominating the SoulMate!"-Kimberly Hawthorne, product manager, Barcus-Berry
Best Keyboard/Sound Module of 2007:
Yamaha Motif XS
Korg M3 Music Workstation
"Korg USA feels honored to be nominated in several categories this year. We continually strive to deliver innovative, top performing products to the market and find it gratifying when our efforts are acknowledged by our retail partners."-Combined statement by the Korg USA staff
Roland Sonic Cell
Casio WK-110
Best Instrument Amplifier of 2007:
Genz Benz Black Pearl
*(See comment under Best Acoustic Guitar)
Marshall JVM410H
Kustom '36 Coupe 210
"Hanser Music Group would like to thank its loyal Kustom dealers for nominating the new Coupe 210 tube guitar amp. We're excited that it is gaining recognition both for its outstanding performance and for generating profit on the sales floor. There's more on the way from this growing brand."-Jack Hanser, president, Hanser Music Group
Peavey JSX Mini Colossal
Best Power Amp of 2007:
QSC PLX1804
"The PLX1804 is the amp Pat Quilter designed as if he was going to buy it himself. Clean and simple, compact and powerful, and only 13 lbs., QSC PowerLight technology is now available to a new range of customers, and we appreciate the recognition of this amplifier's strong value."-Pat Quilter, founder and chief designer, QSC
Mackie Tapco Juice 800
SHS International SX series
"SHS has been working hard to fill specific niches that complement our SHS Audio product line. We set out to offer the biggest bang-for-the-buck in our respective price range and still deliver a dependable high-wattage power amp! We are delighted to get this kind of reception from our dealers."-Grant Deaton, national sales/marketing director, SHS International
Best Speaker of 2007:
Community Loudspeakers Sonus 1296
"Community is pleased as punch that the dealers have recognized that the SONUS systems are no ordinary loudspeaker systems. Community Loudspeaker engineers have been relentlessly pursuing perfection in a compact, easy-to-use, plug-and-play all-purpose loudspeaker system. The result is the SONUS 1296."-John Wiggins, vice president, Community Loudspeakers
B-52 Matrix-200
"B-52 is proud to be nominated by our dealers for the PRODIGY FX as DJ Product of The Year and MATRIX-200 as Speaker Product of The Year. Our engineering and design team spent a lot of blood, sweat, and tears to perfect these two models. We are excited that the sales volume and most importantly, the great feedback from end-consumers has been spectacular to say the least. The continuing success of the MATRIX family of products and the overwhelming acceptance of the PRODIGY FX, our first entry into the DJ market, is a major milestone for B-52."-Avi El-Kiss, vice president, B-52
QSC HPR 122i
"We appreciate this recognition by the dealers as well as their invaluable contribution to getting our products in front of customers. We had a goal starting off with this product to build a speaker that would really would fight outside its class; that would perform a step above what you'd typically expect from this category of products. Being known for amplifiers, one of the things we brought to the product was an extremely serious amplifier using the same technology that we use in our popular RMX series of amplifiers. We also gave the product a truly high-end professional look and feel, which makes it something that can really be at home on a professional stage."-Gerry Tschetter, vice president of marketing, QSC
JBL PRX500 Series
"Since its introduction, the PRX500 Series has delivered unprecedented value with the optimal combination of performance, power, and light weight. The nomination for a Music & Sound Award reinforces PRX500's impact on the portable PA market, and it is an honor to be recognized by one of the industry's leading publications." -Simon Jones, director of marketing, portable PA, JBL Professional
Dynacord Variline VL262
Best Multitrack Recorder/Recording & Mixing Software of 2007:
Zoom HD16CD
"We are very pleased to be nominated for this award, in part because we know this is a crowded space with great gear and excellent brands. What sets the HD16CD apart is its dual function as a control surface and hard disk recorder, the recording console 'light bridge' that gives a professional feel and of course, all those Zoom guitar and bass models onboard."-Mark Wilder, director of marketing, Samson
Boss Micro BR
"Thank you to the dealers for recognizing the BOSS Micro BR. BOSS is known for quality, cutting-edge technology, and user-friendly products made for musicians, and the Micro BR represents that philosophy. It seems BOSS has done it again by incorporating a guitar trainer, multi-track recorder, MP3 player, effects processor, and rhythm machine into one sexy little package."-Paul Youngblood, president of BOSS Corporation U.S.
Propellerhead Reason 4
"The comment we get most often from users is how much more great music they're making since they started using Reason. To us that is the greatest compliment, since that's the only thing that Propellerhead is about, helping people get that music out of their head and into the speakers. Reason version 4 delivers on that promise, better than anything we've ever done."-Ernst Nathorst-Böös, co-founder and CEO, Propellerhead
Digidesign Pro Tools 7.3
"It is with a great deal of pride that we offer thanks to our dealers for nominating Pro Tools 7.3 for a Music & Sound Award. We are very proud of the Pro Tools legacy, and thankful for the many dedicated users who produce amazing recordings with our products every day. Our dealers are a vital link between Digidesign and its customers and we are tremendously grateful for their ongoing dedication and commitment to Pro Tools software."-Kyle Ritland, worldwide public relations manager, Digidesign
Best Mixer/Console of 2007:
Phonic Helix Board 24 FireWire MKII
"Phonic is honored that U.S. dealers have nominated the Helix Board 24 FireWire MKII as the Best Mixer/Console of 2007. On our 30th anniversary, this vote of confidence carries a special significance. Phonic brings high-end features and technologies to the mass market, and meets a strong demand in the market. In 2008, we'll continue to bring out innovative, feature-rich gear at unbelievable prices."-Stephen Wang, CEO, Phonic
Korg Zero8
*(See comment under Best Keyboard/Sound Module)
Roland RSS M-400 V-Mixer
"We are honored to be recognized and nominated for 'The Best Mixing Console of 2007'. Our customers are excited about the V-Mixing System because it includes your choice of RSS Digital Snake, 48-channel V-Mixer, and recording options starting at just under $10,000. Our breakthrough price, outstanding sound quality, and features makes digital mixing affordable to most customers."-Rob Read, marketing communications manager, Roland Systems Group
Allen & Heath MixWizard 12M
"We are absolutely thrilled that the MixWizard Monitor mixer has been nominated by our dealers nationwide. Following the success of the recently-launched mid-range GL2800M, Allen & Heath has further extended its range of monitor mixers with the MixWizard 12M Monitor mixer, which combines the design principles of the industry-standard MixWizard Series with a host of modern monitor mixing features. Furnished with 16 mono mic/line inputs, the desk boasts 12 mix outputs, which can be either mono or switched to six stereo pairs to take advantage of the recent trend toward in-ear monitoring."-Gabriel Whyel, marketing director, American Music & Sound
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