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Lakland Guitars, NAMM 2019
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Founded in 1994 by Dan Lakin and Hugh McFarland, Lakland Guitars is domiciled in Chicago, Illinois. In 2010 Lakland was acquired by now, parent company, Hanson Musical Instruments. Lakland electric basses are designed and manufactured in the United States and Indonesia. Lakland and Hanson Musical instruments endorse a long list of well-known artists and musicians worldwide. […]
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NAMM 2019, NAMM TEC Awards - Peter Frampton Receives Les Paul Innovation Award
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Presented annually by the NAMM Foundation during The NAMM Show, The NAMM TEC Awards (The NAMM Technical Excellence & Creativity Awards), formally the Technical Excellence and Creativity Awards, is an annual event recognizing exceptional accomplishments in audio/sound for the film, television and music industry for both individuals, small companies and large corporations. Winners from each […]
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NAMM 2019, Waves Audio Limited
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Waves Audio, Ltd., is an international mixing and mastering hardware and software development company specializing in digital tools and plug-ins for music and film producers, sound engineers, live recording and post-production editing. Founded in 1992, its American facility is located in Knoxville, Tennessee. During our visit to the Waves booth, we were treated to a […]
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Maegan Wells Guitars and Mandolins, NAMM 2019
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Located in the Northern California town of Forestville, Maegan Wells is a young luthier with exquisite talents. Mostly known for custom building arch-topped, acoustic guitars and mandolins, she also designs and creates beautiful instruments by hand for purchase. Educated through the Masters’ Program at the Galloup School of Guitar Making and Repairs, in Grand Rapids […]
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MicGripZ Pro and MicFX, NAMM 2019
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MicGripZ Pro and MicFX is a design and development company located in Farmington Hills Michigan. They specialize in ergonomically designed decorative microphone grip clips and microphone sleeves. They carry an extensive line of microphone clips and sleeves that can be purchased online. MicGripZ is manufactured using a pliable material that holds firm to any microphone […]
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NAMM 2019, Pfeifer Drum Company
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Located in Philadelphia, PA, Pfeifer Drum Company is a small business owned by professional drummer and drumming instructor, Daren Pfeifer. Daren is a classically trained drummer with a long resume of professional accolades including touring with Hollywood Undead, up until 2014. Now retired from touring with national acts, Daren performs with Philadelphia based, rock band, Killer […]
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9th annual Rock n’ Roll Reunion Benefit
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Magic Entertainment and San Diego native, Anthony Carrasco, continues to prove, that undeniably, he knows how to throw a party! The 9th annual Rock n’ Roll Reunion Benefit, went off without a hitch. Going back to an all San Diego lineup of live music, a new venue, standing room only and an always crowded dance […]
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Lindsey Stirling - A Sensory Overload of Grace, Lindsey Stirling - Taking The World By Storm, Style and Energy
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San Diego music lovers, both young and…seasoned, were treated to a bewitching double headliner, that was spellbinding to the mind and senses! San Diego’s premiere large concert venue, Mattress Firm Amphitheater, played host to today’s hottest young virtuoso, Lindsey Stirling, and the mythical, magical, Amy Lee and Evanescence! Lindsey Stirling kicked off the evening with her high-powered […]
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Six String Society’s Haunted Halloween Cruise
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If you are a music lover in San Diego, then you have probably heard of The Six String Society. Founded in the summer of 2014, this broad-ranging music theater production company is making waves all over the greater San Diego County area. Production creator, Kenneth Rexrode, goes beyond the norm when it comes to showcasing […]
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Evanescence - Grace, Style and Power!
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During a picture-perfect summer evening, San Diego music lovers, both young and…seasoned, were treated to a magical double headliner, that was a celebration to the spirit, eyes and ears! On a late night in August, San Diego’s premiere large concert venue, Mattress Firm Amphitheater, played host to today’s hottest young dancer/violin virtuoso, Lindsey Stirling and […]