Author Archive: Fred Gumm
This Grandma’s No Little Old Lady
Grandma’s Music & Sound is currently the largest music store in the state of New Mexico—in terms of both square footage and sales—but that wasn’t always the case. Thirty years ago, when Micky Patten first moved to Albuquerque, he barely intended to open a music store in the first place. “No one was hiring,” recalled [...]
Vnewsletter – April 12, 2013
Enter to be one of NAMM’s Top 100 Hosted by Jill Nicolini In Memoriam: Robert “RZ” Zildjian QSC Makes Key Promotions KMCMusicorp’s Strategic Investment MIM’s New Accessories Exhibit NAMM’s Top 100 Dealer Awards Gibson Guitar Invests In TEAC… and much more! April 12, 2013 | Episode No. 153 | Run time: 00.09:45 Vnewsletter Sign-up Got something [...]
Music & Arts Opens Instrument Repair, Distribution Center
Music & Arts has opened a newly constructed 112,000-square-foot musical instrument repair, refurbishment and distribution center near the company’s Frederick MD headquarters. More than 100 full-time employees, plus another 40 providing seasonal help, will occupy the space. This facility has allowed Music & Arts to enhance its repair and refurbishment capabilities. The facility includes a [...]
Rick’s Music Honors ‘Student Of The Decade’
Guitar student Dan Griffin of Taunton MA was honored as Raynham MA-based Rick’s Music World’s first “Student of the Decade,” announced in front of a full house at its Annual VIP Holiday Student Bash event. Presenting the award were Griffin’s guitar teacher of 10 years, Mark Carvalho, plus Rick and Robin Santos, Owners of Rick’s [...]
Paying Tribute
Overview: Traynor’s YBA-1 Tribute Head Specifics: The limited edition all-tube Traynor YBA-1 Tribute Head is the first product being released this year celebrating York-ville Sound’s 50th anniversary. The 50th Anniversary 40-watt all-tube Traynor YBA-1 Tribute head owes its heritage and tone to the original, while being updated for a new generation. The four separate inputs [...]
Float Like A Butterfly
Overview: RBH Drum Co.’s Monarch Drums Specifics: Although they are based on the drums of the 1930s, ’40s and ’50s, Monarch drums from the RBH Drum Co. are more than just vintage drum replicas. The line incorporates several advances in drum building. Monarch drums employ the time-honored mahogany-poplar-mahogany shell configuration. Every Monarch drumshell follows this [...]
Alfred’s New Web Site
Alfred Music Publishing has redesigned its Web site, adding improved functionality to make the site experience a more friendly and efficient one. The updated alfred.com now presents a cleaner and more intuitive layout, with clearly labeled links and features. The revamped Web site allows for easier navigation and product selection. Search functionality has also been [...]
Get Ready For IMSTA FESTA
On May 19, the International Music Software Trade Association and SAE Institute Los Angeles will partner to host IMSTA FESTA, a celebration of music technology. IMSTA FESTA brings a collection of top music technology companies together in an environment in which they can interact with music makers face-to-face. IMSTA FESTA draws music industry professionals together [...]
Vnewsletter – March 28, 2013
Making Music Yields Results In New Scientific Study Hosted by Jill Nicolini The Music Group Names Starin 2012 Alfred Dealer Awards Announced SLM’s Sigma Line For iMSO Remo, Resounding Joy Partner Music Improves Health & Wellness D’Addario Hosts Senator Gillibrand … and much more! March 28, 2013 | Episode No. 152 | Run time: 00.10:03 [...]
V For Vendetta
Overview: Roland’s GR-D V-Guitar Distortion, GR-S V-Guitar Space Pedals Specifics: Roland’s GR-D V-Guitar Distortion and GR-S V-Guitar Space pedals are stompboxes designed for use with the GC-1 GK-Ready Stratocaster and other GK-compatible guitars with a 13-pin output. Housed in the Twin Pedal format and equipped with connections for integrating with standard pedals, amps, multi-effects and [...]
