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Day 73 on our NAMM Countdown: ROLI launches Lego-like music creation system; BLOCKS

November 6, 2016

  For Day 73 on our NAMM Countdown, ROLI launches BLOCKS, an affordable LEGO-like music creation system for everyone, at Apple Stores around the world. You can catch ROLI at NAMM 2017 at Booth 204C. Check out the news below: ROLI, the music technology innovator, today launches BLOCKS, the most accessible and scalable music creation system ever made. ROLI BLOCKS is a modular music studio that opens up the world of music-making to everyone. Each individual Block offers unique capabilities that enable people to create music in simple but far-reaching ways. The Blocks connect together to create customizable kits that suit any budget, skill level, and musical style. With a click of magnetic connectors, music-makers can now build their own instruments as they go. Renowned artists including Grimes, Steve Aoki, and RZA are already making music on BLOCKS and creating signature soundpacks for BLOCKS musicians. Grimes — a composer, producer, and global superstar whose sound is redefining pop music — said, “ROLI BLOCKS will democratize music production. It’s so intuitive and versatile. I’m always on [Read More]

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Day 74 on our NAMM Countdown: Music-Making Nonprofit Organizations: Apply to Attend NAMM Show

November 5, 2016

  For Day 74 on our NAMM Countdown, Music Making Nonprofit Organizations invited to attend 2017 NAMM. Each winter and spring, nonprofits gather in Anaheim, Ca, and Nashville, TN, to participate in the unique networking opportunities that are The NAMM Show and Summer NAMM. The NAMM Foundation’s Nonprofit Networking program is open to established nonprofit organizations that share The NAMM Foundation’s mission of advancing active participation in music making across the lifespan. Interested in attending The 2017 NAMM Show? Join our mailing list to be among the first to receive updates! Email Jessica Cortez and we’ll make sure you receive upcoming news. We look forward to your participation! Dates & Location January 19-22, 2017 in Anaheim California How to Attend Step 1: Organizations interested in attending need to apply using the form below. Step 2: Organizations selected will be contacted by The NAMM Foundation confirming their opportunity to attend The 2017 NAMM Show. The Value of Attending Organizations selected will receive: An allotment of 10 complimentary badges (before the badge deadline) A listing in the Show Online Directory Nonprofit [Read More]

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Day 75 on our NAMM Countdown: NAMM Musikmesse Russia and Prolight + Sound

November 4, 2016

  For Day 75 on our NAMM Countdown,NAMM Musikmesse Russia and Prolight + Sound NAMM Russia Hits High Note with Participants. Fifth year of annual exhibition offered robust programming, high attendance rates.  NAMM Musikmesse Russia and Prolight + Sound NAMM Russia (September 14-17) concluded after four days of events, demonstrations, meetings, professional development opportunities, and exhibitions. Now in its fifth year, the annual exhibition took place at the Sokolniki Exhibition and Conference Center in the heart of Moscow and attracted 144 Russian and international manufacturers and distributors to present the latest in musical instruments, products and pro lighting and audio technologies to a crowd of over 16,000 unique visitors, an 11% increase from 2015. Visitors attended multiple days of the show to enjoy nearly 200 different events curated by and for industry professionals and to meet with top brands across both musical instruments and professional light and audio. “We’ve now been exhibiting for the last four years, and we can say the show is getting better every year, there’s continuous improvement in terms of quality [Read More]

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Day 76 on our NAMM Countdown: Sennheiser and Neumann nominated for prestigious NAMM TEC Awards

November 3, 2016

  For Day 76 on our NAMM Countdown, Sennheiser and Neumann nominated for prestigious NAMM TEC Awards Audio specialist Sennheiser and Neumann.Berlin have received Outstanding Technical Achievement nominations across three different categories in the 32nd Annual NAMM TEC awards. Sennheiser was nominated for its Wireless System Remote (WSR) application, the HD 25 PLUS professional headphones and the new evolution wireless G3 systems in the A1 band for the USA and Canada, while Neumann was nominated for its ‘Neumann in the Home Studio’ educational microsite.Presented by the NAMM Foundation, the NAMM TEC Awards are the pro audio industry’s most prestigious accolades, honoring outstanding achievement in product innovation and sound production. The 32nd Annual NAMM TEC Awards will be presented during the 2017 NAMM Show, which will be held in Anaheim on January 21, 2017. The nominations, based on product entries by audio manufacturers, were made by a select panel of professionals in numerous audio specialties.Greg Beebe, Director Live Performance & Music at Sennheiser, commented: “We are extremely honored to have received several nominations for Outstanding Technical Achievement [Read More]

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Day 77 on our NAMM Countdown: Dj Ashba of Sixx:A.M. Teams Up with Dean Markley

November 2, 2016

  For Day 77 on our NAMM Countdown, we announce that Dj Ashba of Sixx:A.M. has teamed up with Dean Markley. Check out the news below: “To be a true guitarist isn’t about anything except the art of playing guitar.” — Dj Ashba Dean Markley USA announces the addition of guitarist Dj Ashba to their artist roster along with the Dj Ashba Artist Series of strings. Ashba joins many musicians who proudly play Dean Markley strings.  The Dj Ashba Artist Series is a custom set of gauges that feature .010, .013, .017, .028, .038, and .048 from the longtime favorite, Dean Markley Signature Series of nickel plated strings. Dj Ashba is a multi-instrumentalist, songwriter, producer, and graphic designer. He grew up in Fairbury, Illinois, where he worked in the cornfields to earn enough money to buy his first guitar. Influenced by Randy Rhoads and Eddie Van Halen, he practiced tirelessly, sometimes 17 hours a day. By the time he moved to Los Angeles at 18, he was proficient enough to become an in-demand session and touring guitarist. [Read More]

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Day 78 on our NAMM Countdown: Antelope Audio launches ‘Privilege Club’

November 1, 2016

  For Day 78 on our NAMM Countdown, we feature Antelope Audio. Antelope Audio is a leading manufacturer of high-end professional audio equipment and the pioneer in the adoption of Atomic clock generators, utilizing Igor Levin’s over 20 years’experience in digital audio.  Antelope Audio Launches ‘Privilege Club’ for Passionate Musicians, Featuring Incentive Discount Coupon for Membership. Check out the news below: Santa Monica, Calif., October 31, 2016 —Antelope Audio, a leading interface company specializing in Field Programmable Gate Array (FPGA)-based vintage FX modeling, announced that it is offering a ‘Privilege Club’ for passionate musicians and fans of Antelope Audio. By joining the club at http://antelopeaudio.com/the-privilege-club/, customers can receive exclusive discounts, access to product premieres, and ‘behind the scenes’ information on Antelope Audio products.To join the new Privilege Club, customers are simply required to fill out a short survey describing how they work and the kinds of products they use on a routine basis. In exchange for their time and membership, Antelope is offering a 10 percent discount coupon to customers who register between now and November 15th, 2016. [Read More]

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Day 81 on our NAMM Countdown: 2017 She Rocks Awards Honorees Announced!

October 29, 2016

One of the exciting events that is held during NAMM is the She Rocks Awards and we can’t wait to share with you the 2017 Honorees list. Check out the news below: The Women’s International Music Network (the WiMN), is thrilled to announce the 2017 She Rocks Awards honorees. Paying tribute to women in the music industry, the fifth annual She Rocks Awards at the NAMM show will take place on Friday, Jan. 20, 2017 at 7:00 p.m. at the Anaheim Hilton Hotel in Anaheim, Calif. Tickets are available for purchase at sherocksawards.com.The 2017 She Rocks Awards recipients include: •    Monique Boyer, director, global artist relations/PRO membership at M.A.C. Cosmetics•    Rebecca Eaddy, marketing communications manager for Roland Corporation U.S.•    Lita Ford, legendary rock guitarist, vocalist and songwriter •    Beverly Fowler, director of artist relations and events at PRS Guitars•    Lisa Foxx, radio personality at MYfm on the iHeartRadio network•    Charyn Harris, conductor of music programs at A Place Called Home •    Karrie Keyes, founder of Soundgirls and sound engineer for Pearl Jam•    Tracy Leenman, owner [Read More]