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".WURLITZER, A Division of Gibson Guitar Corp."

"309 Plus Park Boulevard, Nashville, TN 37217. Tel: (615) 871-4500. Toll-free: (800) 876-2976. Fax: (615) 884-7283. Email: info@baldwinpiano.com. Web: www.baldwinpiano.com.Manufacturer and distributor of: Wurlitzer pianos and Wurlitzer Historic Collection pianos."

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"12 Tone Music Publishing, LLC."

"P.O. Box 20564, Dayton, OH 45420-0564. Tel and Fax: (937) 256-9344. Email: sales@12tonemusic.com. Web: www.12tonemusic.com. Contact: Mike Overly. Home of Guitar & Bass EncycloMedia, Fretboard Flashcards, and Fretboard Facts. "

"AC-CETERA, INC."

"3120 Banksville Road, Pittsburgh, PA 15216-2721. Tel: (412) 344-8609. Toll-free: (800) 537-3491. Fax: (412) 344-0818. Email: info@ac-cetera.com. Web: www.ac-cetera.com. Contact: Mark B. Tarshis.Manufacturer of Mic-Eze, Rubber-Neck, Lumin-Eze, and Cable-Wrap products."

"ACCESS PRODUCTS GROUP, LLC"

"PMB 323, N.E. 321 Highschool Road, Bainbridge Island, WA 98110. Tel: (864) 288-6359. Fax: (864) 288-8129. Email: info@accesdspg.com. Web: www.accesspg.com. Contact: Marty Harrison.Full-service supplier of bags and hardshell cases."

"ACCORDION EXCHANGE, THE"

"c/o Venturi House of Music, 1706 Howard Road, Madera, CA 93637. Tel: (559) 674-0071. Fax: (559) 674-5468. Email: accordionexchange@thegrid.net. Web: www.accordionexchange.net. Contact: Jerry Venturi. Distributor of Roland V, Weltmeister, Excelsior, and Concerto MIDI accordions. The firm also handles Hohner, Gabbanelli, Melodija, and Zupan button boxes and many other brands of accordions."

"AccutroniCS/SOUND ENHANCEMENT PRODUCTS, INC."

"185 Detroit Street, Cary, IL 60013. Tel: (847) 639-4646. Toll-free: (800) 284-5172. Fax: (847) 639-4723. Email: cal@soundenhancements.com. Web: www.accutronicsreverb.com. Randy Wright, general manager.Manufacturer of the world-famous Accutronics spring reverb, used in quality amps throughout the world. Also, maker of Morley wah pedals and footswitches."

"Acoustical Solutions, Inc."

"2420 Grenoble Rd. Richmond, VA 23294 Tel: (804) 346-8350. Toll-free tel: (800) 782-5742. Fax: (804) 346-8808. Email: info@acousticalsolutions.com. Web: www.AcousticalSolutions.com.The company offers a complete line of sound-control and noise-reduction products for use in all type of applications, including: recording studios, broadcast facilities; distance learning classrooms, architectural acoustics, houses of worship, theaters, auditoriums, gymnasiums, home theater, residential, and teleconferencing and videoconferencing environments, as well as all types of industrial noise control."

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"ACTIVE MUSICAL PRODUCTS, LTD."

"7475 Kimbel Street, Missisauga, ON L5S 1A7. Tel: (416) 672-0550. Fax: (905) 689-9321."

"ACTODYNE GENERAL, INC."

Refer to Lace Music Products in this section.

"AGUILAR AMPLIFICATION, LLC"

"599 Broadway, 7th Floor, NY, NY 10012. Tel: (212) 431-9109, ext. 17. Toll-free: (800) 304-1875. Fax: (212) 431-8201. Email: sales@aguilaramp.com. Web: www.aguilaramp.com.Builders of high quality bass heads, cabinets, combos, and accessories."

"AIM GIFTS/ALBERT ELOVITZ, INC."

"3001 Penn Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA 15201-1520. Tel: (412) 683-2900. Toll-free: (800) 233-2800. Fax: (412) 683-3110. Email: sales@aimgifts.com. Web: www.aimgifts.com. Albert Elovitz, president.AIM Gifts is the world’s largest manufacturer of music gift accessories, including pins, rhinestone brooches, key chains, magnets, stationery, pens, pencils, tote bags, briefcases, luggage, luggage tags, backpacks, figurines, statues, busts, men’s and women’s jewelry and watches, mugs, glassware, dishware, household items, lamps, clocks, art posters, door mats, apparel (shirts, hats, socks, ties, etc.), furniture, license plates, souvenirs, bobble-head dolls, and much more. The AIM full-color catalog lists over 10,000 music gift accessories, with new products being introduced every month. AIM provides same-day shipping and has no minimum order requirement. Call the customer service team and enjoy the experience of a company dedicated to the music retailer business."

"AirLogic Percussion, Ltd."

"9904 Running Brook Drive, Parma, OH 44130. Tel: (440) 888-8813. Fax: (440) 888-8031. Email: info@airlogic.com. Web: www.airlogic.com.Pneumatic bass drum pedals incorporating springless adjustable air pressure and adjustable true-center to off-center cam drive settings. Interchangeable strap and chain drives."

"AKMS, inc. The BRACEGUARD People "

"P.O. Box 50329,Columbia, SC 29250. Tel: (803) 695-5001. Fax: (803) 695-1997. Email: staff@braceguard.com. Web: www.braceguard.com. Manufacturer of BRACEGUARD, the reusable shield that enables instrumentalists to perform comfortably with a correct embouchure while wearing orthodontic braces. "

"ALBEST MUSICAL INSTRUMENT CO., LTD."

"6th Floor, No.2, XingYi Road 4 section, Taipei, Taiwan. Tel: +886-2 2325 3723 Web: www.pmauriatmusic.com. Email: altosax6@ms75.hinet.net. Contact: Alex Hsieh.In the United States: 5217 West 26th Street, Greeley, CO 80634. Toll-free: 866-330-9633. Mobile phone: (970) 381-9624. Email: info@monteverdemusic.com. Contact: Roger Greenberg.Product line includes the P. Mauriat saxophones."

"Alembic, Inc."

"3005 Wiljan Court, Santa Rosa, CA 95407-5702. Tel: (707) 523-2611. Fax: (707) 523-2935. Email: info@alembic.com. Web: www.alembic.com. Contact: Mica Wickersham."

"AMATI U.S.A., INC."

"P.O. Box 1429, Mountainside, NJ 07092. Tel: (908) 301-1366. Toll-free: (800) 721-7878. Fax: (908) 301-1367. Email: amati_strunal@msn.com. Web: www.amati.cz. Rana Singh, president.Amati U.S.A., Inc., is the U.S. subsidiary of Amati-Denak s.r.o. factory of Kraslice, Czech Republic, and Cerveny factory of Hradec Kralove, Czech Republic.Amati student woodwinds and brasswinds are well known in the U.S.A., especially for their rental and school bid values. The Amati factory is famous for one of the largest and most well balanced model assortments within the industry. Elementary schools and high schools are asking more and more for Amati bassoons, euphoniums, tubas, and sousaphones that both demonstrate quality and fit within their budgets.Amati U.S.A. also imports and distributes the world-famous Cerveny rotary valve tubas and other rotary valve brass instruments. Since the 19th century the Cerveny factory has been the world’s largest facility specializing in rotary valve instruments. Cerveny BBb tubas are popular with high school and university students for their beautiful European mellow sound and great craftsmanship at affordable prices."

"AMAZEING PERCUSSION, INC."

"P.O. Box 1165, Harvey, LA 70059. Tel: (504) 393-0303. Fax: (540) 393-6333. Email: sales@amazeingpercussion.com. Web: www.amazeingpercussion.com. Contact: Jim Maze.Specializing in custom drumkits made from five-, six-, eight-, or ten-ply maple."

"AMERICA LONGXING, INC."

"3300 Northern Boulevard, Long Island City, NY 11101. Tel: (718) 706-0828. Fax: (718) 706-0128. Email: Shanlin0596@hotmail.com. Web: www.huntermusical.com.Wholesaler and manufacturer of band and orchestral instruments."

"AMERICAN DESIGNS, INC."

"1821 Dakota Avenue, Flint, Michigan 48506. Tel: (810) 238-1214. Fax: (810) 235-2798. Frank F. Strnad, president.This company makes the Strnad harmonica pickup. It is the only known pickup that attaches directly to the harmonica. Available with finger-tip volume control. Incorporates AE (automatic expand) system, which allows the unit to adjust automatically to different thickness harps."

"American Lighting, Inc."

"7660 East Jewell Avenue #A, Denver, CO 80231. Tel: (303) 695-3019. Toll-free: (800) 800-1180. Fax: (303) 923-1159. Email: ssullivan@americanlighting.com. Contact: Shane Sullivan."

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"AMERICAN PIANO SUPPLY CO., A Division of Schaff Piano Supply Company"

"451 Oakwood Road, Lake Zurich, IL 60047. Tel: (847) 438-4556. Fax: (847) 438-4615.Manufacturer and wholesale distributor of piano tools, hardware, and supplies. See Schaff Piano Supply Company listing in this section."

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"American String Teachers Association, with National School Orchestra Association"

"4153 Chain Bridge Road, Fairfax, Virginia 22030. Tel: (703) 279-2113. Fax: (703) 279-2114. Email: asta@astaweb.com. Web: www.astaweb.com. Ellen Barclay, executive director."

"AMERIWEST TECHNOLOGY, INC."

"121 North Andreasen Drive, Escondido, CA 92029. Tel: (760) 747-9619. Fax: (760) 747-9642. Email: tom@atiplastics.com."

"AMETRON AUDIO/VIDEO, INC."

"1546 North Argyle Avenue, Hollywood, CA 90028-6410. Tel: (323) 466-4321. Fax: (323) 871-0127. Email: info@ametron.com. Web: www.ametron.com.In business for over 50 years, Ametron rents, sells, and installs pro-audio and video equipment."

"AMPCO MUSICAL PRODUCTS, INC."

"6810 78th Street, Kenosha, WI 53142. Tel: (262) 697-9398. Toll-free: (800) 732-6726. Fax: (262) 697-0036. Email: sales@ampcomusical.com or jim@ampcomusical.com. Web: www.ampcomusical.com. James C. Paulsen, president.Stage lighting, effect lighting, trussing, dimming and controllers, and audio accessories."

"ANCRIS PERCUSSION PRODUCTS, INC."

"20 East Court, Derby, CT 06418. Tel: (203) 735-7581.Manufacturer of Cana-Sonic drum heads and drumsticks."

"ANDERSON SILVER PLATING CO., INC."

"541 Industrial Parkway, P.O. Box 961, Elkhart, IN 46515. Tel: (574) 294-6447. Michael R. Anderson, president and general manager.This firm has been plating for the band instrument industry since 1948, and at one time or another it has served most of the band instrument manufacturers in the country. A dozen manufacturers are using its services at this time. A mail order division is now operating so that repairmen and dealers may use these fine finishes and offer the ultimate to their customers.The company has its own lab facilities so that it may constantly adjust its plating baths to keep them operating properly. An electronic thickness tester is also used to check plating results. Bright electro-plated finishes are offered in gold, silver, nickel, and stainless nickel and are recognized as being the best available. Custom electro-formed tapered tubes for trumpet, cornet, and bassoon mouthpipes are now being offered to the industry. These tubes have the advantage of being very consistent from one tube to the next. Electro-formed trumpet, cornet, and trombone bells are also available. Besides being consistent, these bells have controlled distribution of metal. The throat and flare are made thin for excellent response and projection, and the stems are left heavy to give strength at the braces and to facilitate bending."

"AntakaMatics, Inc."

"3500 Fifth Avenue #203, Pittsburgh, PA 15213. Tel: (412) 802-6432. Web: www.turboharp.com.The company sells harmonicas for every budget and skill level."

"ANTIGUA CASA SHERRY-BRENER, LTD. OF MADRID"

"3145 West 63rd Street, Chicago, IL 60629. Tel: (312) 737-1711.Known as The House of Guitars, this company is a maker and distributor of handmade classical and flamenco guitars, with workshops in Madrid, Granada, and Barcelona. Among instruments distributed by Sherry-Brener are classical and flamenco guitars from the workshops of Fleta, Ramirez, Hernandez, Fernandez, Garcia, and Hernandis. Delivery is immediate on all models of guitars.A full line of guitar accessories includes: foot rests, metronomes, cejilas, cases, and strings. A complete line of nylon guitar strings includes: Savarez, Augustine, Arabesque, Concertiste, and Antigua gold, silver, and copper."

"ANTIGUA WINDS, INC."

"5806 La Colonia, San Antonio, TX 78218. Tel: (210) 661-6505. Toll-free: (800) 661-6505. Fax: (210) 661-6702. Email: awi@antiguawinds.com. Web: www.antiguawinds.com.Antigua Winds provides high quality and extraordinary value flutes, clarinets, trumpets, and trombones all manufactured to meet the standards of today’s school music programs. Additionally, Antigua offers a full range of student to professional soprano, alto, tenor, and baritone saxophones. Artists worldwide have recognized quality, feel, and the uniquely pleasant sound of Antigua saxophones. Available Antigua accessories include Power Tone™ mutes for trumpet and trombone, as well as Antigua music and instrument stands. High quality and extraordinary value is the foundation on which Antigua Winds was formed. A relatively young company of 16 years, the Antigua brand has quickly become recognized for its high quality and value; and continues to gain acceptance in the school music and professional saxophone markets. The flagship of Antigua Winds is the PRO Power Bell Series of saxophones. Featuring an oversized bell and larger bow, combined with ribbed construction, the very best materials, and professional design features, these instruments provide a sound, feel, and look that professional players appreciate.Antigua student and advanced instruments are ideally suited for the school music market and the ‘working’ players. Drawing design features from professional level instruments, Antigua advanced models are excellent instruments for the serious student musician, who continues to perform periodically or the gigging musician requiring an instrument that performs at a professional level without costing a professional level price.Antigua student instruments are specifically designed with the beginning musician in mind. Years of contact and consultation with educators has resulted in a line of student instruments with ideal configurations, specifications, and materials to best contribute to the musical development of student musicians. Clearly more children would love to enjoy learning music. Often, the opportunity to learn music is cost-prohibitive. A recent influx of low-cost imported instruments attempts to address this cost need. However, a larger, more serious problem actually results from these instruments being introduced into the marketplace. Though these instruments address price and are within the reach of more students, enabling more to participate in school music programs; the quality of these instruments is completely unacceptable. To address this issue Antigua designed, developed, and introduced the Antigua XP Series of student band instruments. This series of instruments is held to the same high standards of quality as the Antigua products. Utilizing global resources, the best materials at the best cost are found in order to create the XP series. Implementing several design features from advanced instruments also significantly reduces production cost. Consequently, what Antigua XP gives you is the highest quality and highest value available in a student instrument. "

"ANTOINE COURTOIS PARIS (Buffet Crampon USA, Inc.)"

"14125 Beach Boulevard, Jacksonville, FL 32250. Tel: (904) 821-0234. Toll-free: (866) 434-9240. Fax: (904) 821-0315. Email: marketing@buffetcrampon.fr. Web: www.courtois-paris.com. .Courtois Paris is owned by Buffet Crampon. Courtois Paris was founded in 1803 and is well known for its trombones (linked with famous teachers and artists like Michel Becquet and Gilles Millière), flugelhorns, and trumpets. It also invented the direct air column valve group and is the only company still making the original saxhorn. The factory is located in Amboise, 300 kilometers southwest of Paris."

"ANVIL CASES, INC. "

"15650 Salt Lake Avenue, City of Industry, CA 91745-1114. Tel: (626) 968-4100. Toll-free: (800) 359-2684 (FLY-ANVIL). Fax: (626) 968-1703. Email: anvil@anvilcases.com. Web: www.anvilcases.com.Manufacturer of heavy-duty A.T.A. carrying and shipping cases for all musical instruments."

"Apple, Inc."

"1 Infinite Loop, MS 301-4AM Cupertino 95014, CA USA Phone: (408) 996-1010 Fax: (408) 255-2078 Email: fritzo@apple.com Toll-Free: (800) MY-APPLE Web: www.apple.com/logicstudio Contact: Apple Online StoreLogic Studio gives musicians everything they need to create in the studio, on the stage, and for the screen. Logic Studio includes Logic Pro 8, Apple’s professional music application; MainStage, an innovative new application for music performance; and Soundtrack Pro 2 for audio post-production. It also includes Studio Instruments, Studio Effects, and an expanded Studio Sound Library-all in a single box at an incredible price. "

"ARB MOUTHPIECES (A Division of Remle Musical Products, Inc.)"

"18707 Parthenia Street #10, Northridge, CA 91324. (Mailing address: P.O. Box 260015, Encino, CA 91426-0015.) Tel: (818) 993-3710. Toll-free: (800) VIVA-SAX. Fax: (818) 993-3241. Email: Beechler@aol.com. Web: www.beechler.com. Judith Beechler-Roan, president.Manufacturer and distributor of mouthpieces for clarinets and saxophones. (Also see Remle Musical Products in this section.)"

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"ARIOSO MUSICAL INSTRUMENTS, LP"

"1st and 2nd Floors South 401 West Elm Street Norristown, PA 19401. Tel: (214) 905-8090. Fax: (214) 905-8091. Email: alex@ariosoband.com. Web: www.ariosoband.com. Contacts: Alex Jing, Heather Karlsson. Manufacturer and distributor of: woodwind/band instruments, including clarinet, flute, piccolo, saxophone, bassoon, and oboe, from student to professional level. Also carries replacement parts and cases."

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"ARKAY MUSICAL STRINGS, INC."

"Mailing Address: P.O. Box 743, Holbrook, NY 11741-0741. Tel: (631) 737-9111. Email: arkayms@aol.com. Web: www.arkaystrings.com. Roberto A. Kalosdian, president.The company manufactures strings for electric, acoustic, classical, and electric bass guitars."

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"ARMSTRONG, a division of Conn-Selmer, Inc."

"P.O. Box 310, Elkhart IN 46515-0310. Tel: (574) 522-1675. Fax: (574) 295-0334. Email: custserv@conn-selmer.com. Web: www.conn-selmer.com. Armstrong woodwinds have been recognized as the leading choice for students and schools, Armstrong Heritage flutes are professional-level instruments that offer incredible performance and value.In 1931, William Teasdale Armstrong, a highly respected craftsman, founded his small flute repair shop in Elkhart, Indiana. Word of his skill and uncompromising commitment to quality quickly spread, and it wasn’t long before he was asked to manufacture complete instruments for professional musicians. The Armstrong legend was born.The proud Armstrong heritage passed on to son Edward, who apprenticed under his father and shared his father’s commitment to quality. But Edward’s concern for quality went well beyond the crafting of professional-level instruments. He recognized a need to provide quality instruments to a rapidly growing number of student and community musicians. As a result, many flutists begin their musical journey on Armstrong and, as they progress, many find than an Armstrong professional flute is the right model for their performing careers, as well.Strong research and development programs are the heart of Armstrong’s continued dedication to innovation. That dedication brought features like the first Headstart curved headjoint that has helped scores of very young flutists learn to play. Innovations like the Armstrong scale, new headjoint designs and more recently, development of the Classic series, also demonstrate Armstrong’s continuing commitment to innovation. Today, the Armstrong flute-makers continue to use their expertise to make modifications and new designs that improve the musical instruments they create.Armstrong enjoys a well-deserved worldwide reputation as “the most respected name in woodwinds.” Although the company has grown far larger than William T. Armstrong may have envisioned possible, his original guiding principles are still firmly in place: listen, question, design, test and continue to craft, with the skill of true artisans, the world’s finest woodwinds."

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"Artecsound Co., Ltd."

"#540-6, Kwansan-Dong, Deokyang-Gu, Koyang, Kyunggi, 412-804, KOREA. Email: byartec@artecsound.com, www..artecsound.com"

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"Artisan Classic Organ, Inc."

"2800 John Street, Unit 4, Markham, ON L3R 0E2. Tel: (905) 475-1263. Fax: (905) 475-2735. Email: jfchubb@organworks.com. Contact: JamesChubb."

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"Artist Showcase, Inc. Guitar Straps & Acc., "

"7421 Mississippi St. Merrillville, In. 46410. 219-947- 4525 Email:artistshowcase@hotmail.com. President:Daniel J. Cerajewski A full line of leather guitar straps and guitar and drum related accessories. "

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"ARTLEY, a division of Conn-Selmer, Inc."

"P.O. Box 310, Elkhart IN 46515-0310. Tel: (574) 522-1675. Fax: (574) 295-0334. Email: custserv@conn-selmer.com. Web: www.conn-selmer.com.Family. The word evokes feelings of shared spirit and beliefs, which is precisely the foundation upon which Artley Woodwinds was built. Donald D. Artley, born in 1892 in Middlebury, Indiana, spent much of his early career in the Elkhart music industry. Together with four family members, he began the Artley Manufacturing Company, for the purpose of supplying precision-quality flutes to a New York City firm. From there, the family-made Artley flute took on a life of its own.As news of the high-quality instruments spread, the company grew and was renamed D. and J. Artley, Inc. in 1953. Superior-quality instruments were developed using the same crafting techniques that the Artley family honed during their many years in the music business.After Donald Artley’s death in 1955, Richard W. Bosse, a loyal Artley employee, became president and general manager, vowing to carry on the tradition of excellence begun by the Artley men. In 1958, the company’s name was changed to Artley, Inc. In 1960, Artley concluded an agreement with C.G. Conn, Ltd., making C.G. Conn its exclusive distributor. It was during this time that the first Artley clarinets and double-reeds were developed. For over 30 years, Artley clarinets and double-reeds have helped young musicians learn to play with excellent intonation and control.In 1969, C.G. Conn purchased Artley. More recently, innovations in clarinets and double-reed design have enhanced the Artley name and Artley clarinets and double reeds are among the best for sound and reliability. New materials, new techniques, new performance features, all have made Artley a name of choice in woodwind instruments."

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"ASHLY AUDIO, INC."

"847 Holt Road, Webster, New York 14580-9103. Tel (585) 872-0010. Toll-free (800) 828-6308. Fax (585) 872-0739. Email sales@ashly.com. Power amps from 45 watts per channel to 1,500 watts per channel. DSP, graphic, and parametric EQs, comp-limiters, electronic crossovers, and a full line of sound reinforcement/recording mixers."

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"ATCO PRODUCTS, INC."

"189 Frelinghuysen Avenue, Newark, NJ 07114. Tel: (973) 242-5757. Toll-free: (800) 443-8256. Fax: (973) 242-0131. Email: sales@atcoproducts.com. Web: www.atcoproducts.com. Contact: Martin Gornstein.Manufacturer and distributor of hardware for musical instruments and cases. Hinges, locking latches, no lock catches, box and binder corners, lid stays."

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"ATS CASES, INC."

"172 Otis Street, Northboro, MA 01532. Tel: (508) 393-9110. Toll-free: (800) 451-4242. Fax: (508) 393-9508. Web: www.atscases.com. Contact: Ron Orlando. Manufacturer of custom heavy-duty reusable shipping cases and lightweight carrying cases."

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"AUDIO COMPOSITE ENGINEERING, INC."

"2415 West Vineyard Avenue, Escondido, CA 92029-1222. Tel: (760) 741-3787. Fax: (760) 737-3920. Email: SRosefield@audiocomposite.com. Web: www.audiocomposite.com."

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"Audio-Technica U.S., Inc."

"1221 Commerce Drive, Stow, OH 44224. Tel: (330) 686-2600. Fax: (330) 686-0719. Email: pro@atus.com. Web: www.audio-technica.com. Gary Boss, Marketing Director.Established in 1962, Audio-Technica is a leading innovator in electro-acoustic design and manufacturing, recognized for high-performance microphones, wireless systems, headphones and other audio equipment. Audio-Technica products set quality standards for live sound tours, broadcast and recording studios and more. Products lines include 40 Series condenser microphones and Artist Elite microphones and wireless systems. A global leader in its field, Audio-Technica is committed to providing products of superior quality, consistency and durability for its customers worldwide."

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"AUGUSTINE, LTD., ALBERT"

"151 West 26th Street, NY, NY 10001. Tel: (917) 661-0220. Fax: (917) 661-0223. Email: mail@albertaugustine.com. Manufacturer of nylon guitar strings. "

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"AV Link, Inc."

"Room 1709, No. 1258 YuYuan Road, ChangNing District, Shanghai, China. Tel: +86 (21) 32572212. Fax: +86 (21) 32572216. Email: michael@avlinkinc.com. Contact: Michael Liu."

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"AVIOM, INC."

"1157 Phoenixville Pike #201, West Chester, PA 19380. Tel: (610) 738-9005. Fax: (610) 738-9950. Email: info@aviom.com. Web: www.aviom.com.Aviom is the world leader and pioneer of personal monitor mixing technology with the popular Pro16® Series, as well as the exclusive developer of the revolutionary Pro64® Series of audio networking products. "

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"B-BAND, LTD."

"Konttisentie 8B, 40800 Vaajakoski, Finland. Tel: 011-358-14-332-9050. Fax: 011-358-14-332-9001. Email: sales@b-band.com. Web: www.b-band.com.In the United States: B-Band, Inc., 10909 Vanowen Street #300, North Hollywood, CA 91605-6408. Tel: (818) 508-9412. Fax: (818) 508-9413. Email: sales@b-bandusa.com. Web: www.b-band.com."

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"Bad Cat Amplifier co., inc."

"PMB #406, 2621 Green River Road #105, Corona, CA 92882. Tel: (951) 808-8651. Email: badcatamps@earthlink.net. Web: www.badcatamps.com. Contact: James Heidrich."

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"BALDWIN, A Subsidiary of Gibson Guitar Corp."

"900 Hwy 463 S., Trumann, AR 72472, Toll Free: 800-444-2766, www.baldwinpiano.com. Baldwin China: Section 5, Bohai Street, Yingkou Liaoning Prov. 115004, China. Tels: 011-86-417-483-2594 and 011-86-417-480-9367. Fax: 011-86-417-483-9057. Manufacturer and distributor of: Baldwin pianos, Baldwin Acrosonic pianos, Baldwin Hamilton pianos, Baldwin ConcertMaster player systems, D.H. Baldwin pianos. "

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"BAZHOU WEIMING MUSICAL INSTRUEMTNS CO.,LTD."

"Post Box 21,Dagaoge Village,Bazhou Hebei 065700,China. Tel:011-86-316- 741-6195.Fax:001-86-316-741- 4130.Email: zwm@wmyq.net and timberzhang2003@yahoo.com.cn Web:www.wmyq.net Percussion, congas,bongos,djembes,bata drums Chinese folk drum,djun djun drum,talkingdrums,and kids’percussion, and all kinds of guitar cases, volin cases,wood shell case,foam case,etc. "

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"BBE SOUND, INC."

"-5381 Production Drive, Huntington Beach, CA 92649. Tel: (714) 897-6766. Toll-free: (800) 233-8346. Fax: (714) 895-6728. John McLaren, chairman. Manufacturer of the patented BBE Sonic Maximizer signal processing products and owner of G&L Musical Instrumen"

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"BEACON BANJO COMPANY, INC."

"2277 Glasco Turnpike, P.O. Box 597, Woodstock, NY 12498. Tel: (845) 679-8314. Fax: (845) 679-5483. Bill Keith, president. Email: inquiries@beaconbanjo.com Web: www.beaconbanjo.comManufacturer and distributor of the Keith banjo tuners and Bill Keith banjo strings. The company also furnishes Moon bridges, Price tailpieces, and other accessories, and audio, video, and printed instruction material."

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"BENGE, a division of Conn-Selmer"

"P.O. Box 310, Elkhart IN 46515-0310. Tel: (574) 522-1675. Fax: (574) 295-0334. Email: custserv@conn-selmer.com. Web: www.conn-selmer.com.Elden Benge was only seven years old when he first fell in love with the trumpet a love that would turn into a life-long affair for the Winterset, Iowa native. It was also then that he adopted his first hero, the trumpeter of the hometown band. Young Elden persuaded his family to buy a trumpet for him, and he practiced religiously. He began playing professionally when he was 14 and, years later, assumed the role of First Trumpet with major symphony orchestras in Detroit and Chicago.As a gifted musician, Benge became increasingly dissatisfied with the range of tone available in ordinary mass-produced trumpets. He studied the technical and mechanical aspects of the trumpet in search of ways to improve its playing characteristics. Working with two craftsmen skilled in the construction of the trumpet, Benge began to fashion trumpets in the basement of his home.Through tireless experimentation, he finally developed his “dream trumpet,” an instrument with remarkable clarity, tonal range and easy response. Success was due to a combination of specially designed tapers, extremely precise machining tolerances, and special alloys. But the secret ingredient was meticulous attention to detail.In 1939 Benge sold his first custom-made trumpet to a fellow trumpeter in the Chicago Symphony. News of the marvelous Benge trumpet spread among professional players and what had begun as an artistic endeavor was soon a thriving business.Top trumpet players everywhere began to call on Benge to solve their performing problems. By 1952, the demand for the trumpet was so great that Benge retired from active performing so that he could devote all of his energies to his goal of producing the world’s finest trumpets.Benge’s instruments defined a new level of performance and quickly became the benchmark by which all others were judged. Designed to satisfy a variety of musical performance styles, Benge trumpets, cornets and trombones continue to meet the ever-changing needs of today’s artists.Such a desirable reputation is possible today through strict adherence to the same attention to detail set forth by Benge in his basement some 60 years ago. Benge upholds this tradition of fine craftsmanship and perfection to create instruments of timeless quality. "

192

"Better Built Workshops, Ltd."

"532 West Fifth Avenue, Naperville, IL 60563. Tel: (630) 305-0754. Email: betterbuiltworkshops@hotmail.com"

196

"BGW SYSTEMS, an Amplifier Technologies, Inc., company"

"1749 Chapin Road, Montebello, CA 90640. Tel: (323) 278-0001. Fax: (323) 278-0083. Email: sales@bgw.com. Web: www.bgw.com. Contact: Angie Scott.Manufacturer of professional-quality audio power amplifiers, rack-mount metal accessories, and self-powered subwoofer systems."

197

"BIAMP SYSTEMS, INC."

"10074 SW Arctic Drive, Beaverton, OR 97005. Tel: (503) 641-7287. Toll-free: (800) 826-1457. Fax: (503) 626-0281.American designed and manufactured Biamp brand products for the music industry and Advantage brand products for the commercial and sound contractor industry."

198

"BIAS, INC."

"140 Keller Street, Petaluma, CA 94952. Tel: (707) 782-1866. Toll-free: (800) 775-2427. Fax: (707) 782-1874. Email: sales@bias-inc.com. Web: www.bias-inc.com. Christine Berkley, marketing. An established leader in cutting-edge audio software technology, dedicated to crafting powerful, innovative tools for audio, video, and film professionals as well as musicians, composers, multimedia developers, and internet authors."

200

"BIG BENDS, LLC"

"Box 324, Plainwell, Michigan 49080. Tel: (269) 808-6702. Email: massey@toast.net. Contact: Jeff Massey."

207

"Billy Raygun Design, Inc."

"4113 Liberty Court Flower Mound, TX 75028 Tel: (469) 293-5675 Email: billyraygun@live.com Contact: Bill Roosée.Billy Raygun Design is a three-dimensional brand management company with the intent to showcase your products and services with character. Since 2000, our approach has been to design creative architecture and graphics that will capture your target audience’s attention like a rockstar on center stage. "

1,885

"BLUE BOOK PUBLICATIONS, INC."

"8009 34th Avenue South #175, Minneapolis, MN 55425. Tel: (952) 854-5229. Toll-free: (800) 877-4867. Fax: (952) 853-1486. Email: guitars@bluebookinc.com. Web: www.guitars.bluebookinc.com. The Blue Books are the most comprehensive guides on guitar/guitar amplifier values and information. Blue Books are currently available for three different product areas: electric guitars, acoustic guitars, and guitar amplifiers. Each book contains accurate retail pricing and detailed descriptions on hundreds of popul"

1,710

"BLÜTHNER, JULIUS, PIANOFORTEFABRIK GmbH"

"Dechwitzer Str. 12, D-04463 Grosspösna, Germany. Tel: 011-49-34297-7513. Fax: 011-49-34297-75150. Email: info@bluethner.de. Web: www.bluethner.de. Board of directors: Ingbert Blüthner-Haessler, Dr. Christian Blüthner-Haessler, Knut Blüthner-Haessler.Representation in the United States: Bluthner USA, 5660 West Grand River Avenue, Lansing, Michigan 48906. Tel: (517) 886-6000. Fax: (517) 886-1574. Email: info@bluthnerpiano.com. Web: www.bluthnerpiano.com. James M. M. Reeder, managing director.Blüthner and Haessler pianos are crafted by Juliüs Blüthner Pianofortefabrik. The company has been family owned and/or operated since 1853 and is internationally known for its production of highest-quality instruments. Six sizes of grand pianos and four sizes of vertical pianos are manufactured. Blüthner pianos have been favored by Franz Liszt, Claude Debussy, Peter Tschaikowsky, Arthur Rubinstein, and many other famous musicians and music lovers alike. Musicians praise the character of the sound with its famous romantic role.To celebrate its 150th anniversary in 2001, the company introduced the Blüthner Jubilee Edition (6’3”) featuring a new plate design reminiscent of the special edition of 1903. A left-handed piano was introduced in 2003, and in that same year a grand piano action with four pedals was invented. The fourth pedal activates the lift of the dampers, allowing them to drop back when the respective key is played. The remaining undraped strings produce harmonics that enrich the sound.The Haessler line of pianos made by Juliüs Blüthner consists of three sizes of grand pianos and three sizes of upright pianos. The international market will find a price advantage with the Haessler line, which meets Blüthner’s highest quality standard that has been maintained since 1853. These are truly remarkable sounding instruments.The Irmler-Europe line consists of mid-priced European grands and verticals in attractive styles and finishes. All are made to exacting specifications developed by Irmler Piano and reflect Irmler’s long history of piano making (established in 1818 in Leipzig, Germany). The Irmler Piano Company is owned by Dr. Christian and Knut Blüthner-Haessler. The pianos are constructed in Poland with German-made components and parts, with an engineering advantage from Blüthner Leipzig. All instruments are finalized in the Blüthner factory in Germany with extensive quality control.The Breitmann line includes two sizes of grand pianos B-16 5’4” and B-18 5’9” and four sizes of vertical pianos B-110 44”, B-120 46.5”, B-122 48.5”, and B-130 52”. Breitmann pianos, a division of the Irmler Piano Company, are constructed to exacting specifications by the company’s German engineering facility in Leipzig and with German-made components including pin block, strings, hammers, etc. This line of pianos represents the finest in Asian-made instruments for budget-minded buyers.Contact the Lansing, Michigan, office for more information."

1,711

"BOHEMIA PIANO AMERICA, INC."

"P.O. Box 17789, Tampa, FL 33682-7789. Tel: (813) 908-6471. Fax: (813) 961-8514. Email: bohemiapianousa@aol.com. Web: www.bohemiapiano.cz. Marcela Schramlova, President.The history of Bohemia piano began in 1871 in the town of Jihlava. In 1924 the company started its cooperation with a Viennese firm, Hofmann & Czerny (Austria). The factory’s modernization and assortment expansion continued until 1944, and in 1945 the company was converted to a state-owned corporation. In 1993 Bohemia Piano Ltd. bought the factory from the government and transformed it to a privately owned company again.The new owner has reinstituted the pre-war traditions and has successfully developed the new construction of all piano models in a very short time. With some 2,500 instruments produced annually, the company is one of the largest European manufacturers. The original confined factory space in Jihlava led to the addition of a factory in Hradec Králové for grand piano production. The hand-production of grand pianos is based on the cooperation between the designers and the company’s highly skilled piano builders, whose perfect workmanship and use of top-quality components result in the unique instruments sought after by professional performers, music schools, and concert halls. Each instrument is monitored on an ongoing basis, and the innovations are in accordance with the customer’s satisfaction. Bohemia Piano prides itself in producing the most innovative pianos in an otherwise predominantly conventional handicraft.Using the brand names Bohemia Piano and Hofmann & Czerny, the company produces a full range of upright pianos from size 43” to 52” and grand pianos from 4’11” to 8’11”.Bohemia pianos are preferred by players who enjoy the elegant and mellow European sound as well as the fine variety of cabinets in many different colors and veneers.A few years ago, C. Bechstein became a shareholder of Bohemia Piano s.r.o, Jihlava, and with their investment as well as the assistance of their technicians, the production increased. In April 2007 C. Bechstein bought the remaining shares and renamed the company C. Bechstein Europe s.r.o, Jihlava. Bohemia Piano America, Inc. remains the distributor for North America with their representative, German American Trading. "

1,798

"BROOKS, LTD."

"376 Shore Road, Old Lyme, CT 06371. Tel: (860) 434-0287. Toll Free: (800) 326-2440. Fax: (860) 434-8089. Email: BrooksLtd@sbcglobal.net.Brooks, Ltd., established in 1980, is the importer and supplier of Abel Encore piano hammers and action parts. Bolduc wood supplies, soundboards, and pinblocks (quantity discounts). Dampp-Chaser products. With 45 years as piano technicians and rebuilders, the company provides fast, expert service, quality supplies, and honest technical support. Phones answered daily 8:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. EST. High-quality custom hammer boring and shaping. Pre-hanging grand hammers is a specialty."

1,984

"BRTB CANADA, INC."

"140 Bentley Street #3, Markham, ON L3R 3L2. Tel: (905) 475-8903. Toll-free: (800) 518-BRTB (2782). Fax: (905) 475-0157. Web: brtbcanada.com, Email: sales@brtbcanada.com. Contact: Ted Barker.BRTB is a leading manufacturer/distributor of cable products and accessories for the MI, professional sound, lighting, A/V, studio, broadcast, consumer, and OEM markets. The company has been in business for oer 20 years."

234

"BRYAN ENTERPRISES, INC."

"5608 Scoggins Street, Fort Worth, TX 76114-1136. Tel: (817) 626-9090. Toll-free: (800) 367-7985. Fax: (817) 626-1539. Email: bryan116@aol.com.This company established the Fort Bryan strap line in 1984 to serve the United States and international customers. Starting with the Ranger Nylon to the High Quality leather straps, Bryan Enterprises manufactures leather and nylon guitar straps, band accessories, and related leather products. In the past several years, strides have been made to bring Bryan Enterprises to new levels in guitar straps and accessories. “Made in the USA, Made for the World.” Also representing Eagle Mountain Straps dealers in Texas, Oklahoma, Arkansas, and Louisiana"

243

"BUFFET CRAMPON USA, INC."

"14125 Beach Boulevard, Jacksonville, FL, 32250-1543. Tel: (904) 821-0234. Toll-free: (866) 434-9240. Fax: (904) 821-0315. Email: marketing@buffetcrampon.fr. Web: www.buffet-crampon.comBuffet Crampon, a worldwide leader of the professional clarinet market with increasing sales for the last 15 years, annually manufactures 63,000 student and professional wind instruments (clarinets, bass clarinets, oboes, saxophones) under its own label. The 22,000 professional instruments are manufactured at its historic site in Mantes la Ville (240 employees), and has a consolidated turnover of 55 million euros, mostly from export."

245

"BULLFROG, INC. (MTS)"

"A Division of MTS Products Co., P.O. Box 1338, Elkhart, IN 46515. Tel: (574) 295-3142. Toll-free: (800) 688-6001. Fax: (574) 295-1269. Email: mtsproducts@michianatoday.com. Web: www.mtsproducts.com. Manufacturer of quality speakers."

1,712

"BÖsendorfer Pianos,"

"L. Bösendorfer Klavierfabrik GmbH, Graf Starhemberg-Gasse 14, A-1040 Vienna, Austria. Tel: 011-43-(1)-504-66-51-0. Email: mail@boesendorfer.com. Web: www.bosendorfer.com."

294

"C.G. CONN, a division of Conn-Selmer, Inc."

"P.O. Box 310, Elkhart IN 46515-0310. Tel: (574) 522-1675. Fax: (574) 295-0334. Email: custserv@conn-selmer.com. Web: www.conn-selmer.com. C.G. Conn, the oldest continuously active band instrument brand in America, literally gave birth to the U.S. band instrument manufacturing industry. Always committed to serving the needs of students, music educators, amateurs, and professionals, C.G. Conn’s storied history reflects a dedication for innovation and quest for the ultimate in design and craftsmanship an industry leader in musical performance.One Saturday night in 1873, Civil War veteran Charles Gerard Conn got involved in a brawl that resulted in a split lip. Not good news for a man who played cornet with the Elkhart, Indiana “Brick Brown Band.” In order to get around this problem, Colonel Conn set out to perfect a special rubber-cushioned mouthpiece so he could continue playing. The new mouthpiece, which he later patented, caught the eye of other musicians. He made a few for his friends, but soon there was such a demand for his mouthpieces that he rigged up a lathe from an old sewing machine and began turning them out as fast as possible.In 1875, a French musical instrument maker named Dupont stopped by the shop and asked if he might use Conn’s bench to repair some horns. After watching him work for several days, Conn decided that he, too, could make a horn. In that same year, in a closet-size shop only 20 feet square, Col. Conn produced the first American-built cornet.By 1879 the shop moved into larger quarters, and Conn began adding instruments to his line. In 1888, Colonel Conn brought 15 European instrument craftsmen to the United States and gave them the space, the tools and the incentive to make the finest instruments their skills would allow. Their expertise, teamed with the Colonel’s ingenuity and ambition, soon produced instruments so exceptional that they were accorded highest honors in the 1893 World’s Columbia Exposition in Chicago.Twice the Conn plant burned to the ground. Twice it was rebuilt, bigger and better than before. Famous bandmasters and musicians visited the plant and personally endorsed “Conn Wonder Instruments.” John Phillip Sousa, Patrick Gilmore, Herbert Clarke, Arthur Pryor, A. Liberati and others were frequent visitors.Vaudeville was at its peak, and the theaters and music halls of Elkhart saw a steady procession of the finest bands and musicians of the day. All played the Colonel’s instruments. Conn instruments ornate and often jeweled became world famous as Sousa and others toured Europe playing before kings, queens and czars.The Colonel also loved strange and bizarre instruments. In 1907 he built an Immensaphone, the largest horn in the world. It measured 12 feet in diameter and 35 feet long. The Conn factory also built the world’s largest drum, a slide tuba to make noises like a ship’s warning whistle, tenor tubas for the jackass role in Strauss’ Don Juan, and a saxophone for one-armed musician Al Miller.Since the first American cornet in 1875, C.G. Conn continued producing “firsts” throughout its distinguished history: the first American saxophone, first double-bell euphonium, first sousaphone (built to the great Sousa’s specifications), and a long list of many others. In 1915, Colonel Conn sold the C.G. Conn Company to C.D. Greenleaf. Greenleaf, almost clairvoyantly, realized a need for the advancement of instrumental music in the schools. His foresight and energy continued to add to Conn’s innovations. He was responsible for founding the first national school for band directors, first and only center for the study of musical acoustics, first successful short action valves, first all-electronic organ and first fiberglass sousaphones, among other legendary advancements.During World War II the Conn factory was completely converted to manufacture precision instruments for defense. Conn received four Army-Navy “E” Awards the first given in the band instrument industry. During the Korean War part of the facilities was converted to defense production, and Conn achieved another record in precision manufacturing.Many of today’s most preferred instruments owe their original success to Conn’s innovation. C.G. Conn French horns, for example, have been the horn of choice for the Hollywood film industry for most of the 20th Century. C.G. Conn Symphony Series trombones have a legendary place in the classical trombone world. Today’s best trumpet players are discovering the break-through performance with Vintage One trumpets. These innovative designs, enhanced by superior craftsmanship and technological breakthroughs, have provided today’s musicians with the superior instrument performance.Building on the proven designs of the past, C.G. Conn continues to meet the demands of today’s best musicians. As well, amateur and student musicians can enjoy the very best in instrument technology and performance with brass instruments and saxophones from C.G. Conn."

251

"CABBAGE CASES, INC."

"1166-C Steelwood Road, Columbus, OH 43212-1356. Tel: (614) 486-2495. Toll-free: (800) 888-2495. Fax: (614) 486-2788. Web: www.cabbagecases.com. Michael Hannah, sales manager.Designer and manufacturer of shipping and carrying cases for any item musical instruments, computers, audio-visual, sales-demo, exhibit systems."

1,985

"CABLETEK ELECTRONICS, LTD."

"1638 Kebet Way, Port Coquitlam, BC V3C 5W9. Tel: (604) 942-1001. Toll-free: (800) 939-1001. Fax: (604) 942-1010. Web: www.cabletek.ca. Contact: Peter Janis.Distributor of pro-audio equipment."

255

"CAE, InC."

"10087 Industrial Drive, P.O. Box 430, Hamburg, Michigan 48139. Tel: (810) 231-9373. Fax: (810) 231-1631. Email: sales@caeinc.com. Web: www.caeinc.com. Contact: Donn Deniston.Littlite flexible gooseneck tasklamps and accessories and Leprecon lighting control and dimming equipment."

257

"Cakewalk, Inc"

"268 Summer Street, 8th Floor, Boston, MA 02210-1183. Tel: (617) 423-9004. Toll-free: 888-CAKEWALK. Fax: (617) 423-9007. Email: sales@cakewalk.com. Web: www.cakewalk.com. Cakewalk develops and markets the world’s leading software for music and sound production."

263

"CANARE CABLE, INC."

"531 Fifth Street #A, San Fernando, CA 91340. Tel: (818) 365-2446. Fax: (818) 365-0479. Web: www.canare.com.“Star Quad” mic cable; GS-6 guitar cable; audio connectors; modular snake systems; and cable reels."

265

"Canopus Co., Ltd."

"2-3-16 Takaido Higashi, Suginami-ku, Tokyo 168-0072, Japan. Email: sales@canopusdrums.com. Web: www.canopus.com Contact: Shinichi Usuda."

267

"Cappello Music Co., Inc."

"Phone: (203) 263-6329. Email: sales@cappellomusic.com. Contact: Joe Cappello. Distributor of Traps Drums Percussion Products and the Bass Drum Lift: www.bassdrumlift.com. See all our products at the 2009 Winter NAMM show in Anaheim, Ca."

276

"CASECORE, LLC"

"11044 Weddington St., North Hollywood, CA 91601. Tel: (818) 760-2180. Fax: (818)760-2145 Email: info@coffincase.com Web: www.coffincase.com.Case Core makes the Coffin Case line of products including a wide array of exclusive Guitar & Bass cases and accessories, the Blood Drive Distortion pedal, Amp Cases, Pedal Board cases, Body Bag gig bags & Drum gear."

278

"CASIO, INC."

"-Electronic Keyboard and Digital Pianos , 570 Mount Pleasant Avenue, Dover, NJ 07801. Tel: (973) 361-5400. Fax: (973) 537-8957. Web: www.casio.com."

290

"CELLO IMPORTS, LTD."

"One Blauvelt Road, P.O. Box 160, Monsey, NY 10952. Tel: (845) 425-6961. Contact: Julius Jacobs.Direct importer and authorized sales representative for Europe’s finest stringed instrument makers Gottfried Raabs and others."

1,891

"CENTERSTREAM PUBLICATIONS, LLC"

"P.O. Box 17878, Anaheim Hills, CA 92817. Tel and fax: (714) 779-9390. Email: centerstrm@aol.com. Web: www.centersteam-usa.com. Contact: Ron Middlebrook. Full line of music instructional publications, DVDs, bios, music reference, and videos for most instruments."

292

"CERVENY ROTARY VALVE INSTRUMENTS (Amati U.S.A., Inc.)"

"P.O. Box 1429, Mountainside, NJ 07092. Tel: (908) 301-1366. Toll-free: (800) 721-7878. Fax: (908) 301-1367. Email: amati_strunal@msn.com. Web: www.amati.cz. Rana Singh, president.Cerveny is the world’s largest manufacturer of brass instruments with rotary valves. The Cerveny factory (located in Hradec Kralove, Czech Republic) is a part of Amati-Denak Company. Amati U.S.A., Inc., distributes all the Cerveny instruments in the U.S.A. American musicians have known Cerveny tubas since the 19th century. Cerveny BBb tubas are the most popular instruments of their kind among high school and university students. Cerveny marching rotary helicons are popular with military bands."

296

"Charanga, Inc."

"9 Dyke Road, Brighton, United Kingdom. Tel: +44 (0)1273 823 900. Fax: +44 (0)1273 823 922 Email: tomwilkinson@charanga.com. Web: www.musiccoach.com. Contact: Tom Wilkinson."

299

"CHEM-PAK, INC."

"242 Corning Way, Martinsburg, West VA 25401-2589. Tel: (304) 262-1880. Toll-free: (800) 336-9828. Fax: (304) 262-9643. Email: music@chem-pak.com. Web: www.chem-pak.com. G.P. Pete Duane Jr., president.Manufacturer of a complete line of aerosol specialties for the music industry, marketed under trademarks Tone and Finger-Ease and available through wholesalers/distributors."

1,894

"CHERRY LANE MUSIC, INC."

"6 East 32nd Street, 11th Floor, New York, NY 10016-5422. Tel: (646) 562-5860. Fax: (646) 562-5865. Email: rquigley@cherrylane.com. Web: www.cherrylane.com. Peter Primont, CEO.Publisher of sheet music and folios for all instruments, as well as trade and educational music magazines."

300

"Cherub Technology Co., Ltd."

"8/F, Nanshan Bldg., 1065 Nanhai Bldg., Nanshan District, Shenzhen, Guangdong, China 518067 Phone: +86-755-26869866 Fax: +86-755-26869366 Email: zhou@cherub.cn Web: www.CherubMusic.com Cherub is a leading digital music instrument manufacturer in China. Our products include metronome, tuner, metro-tuner, tone generator, digital drum, pedal and modeling effect, pickup, and sustain pedal, etc. Cherub is the largest tuner and metronome manufacturer in China."

1,716

"CHICKERING, A Division of Gibson Guitar Corp."

"309 Plus Park Boulevard, Nashville, TN 37217. Tel: (615) 871-4500. Toll-free: (800) 876-2976. Fax: (615) 884-7282. Email: info@baldwinpiano.com. Web: www.baldwinpiano.com.Manufacturer and distributor of Chickering pianos."

303

"Chop Saver, Inc."

"P.O. Box 20692, Indianapolis, IN 46220. Tel: 3172591447. Email: dan@chopsaver.com. www.chopsaver.comChopSaver (For Musicians With Lips!) is an all-natural lip balm created by a professional musician. It is the first lip care product that actually helps musicians feel better, play better, and sound better. ChopSaver is used by professional, student, and amateur musicians alike. "

309

"CIPEX INTERNATIONAL, INC."

"12662 Corral Place, Santa Fe Springs, CA90670. Tel: (562) 906-6185. Fax: (562) 906-6186. Email: agatha@cipexinternational.com. Web: www.roadreadycases.com."

312

"Clark Synthesis, Inc."

"8020 Southpark Circle, Suite 600 Littleton, CO 80120. Tel: (303) 797-7500, Toll-free: (800) 898-1945 Fax: (303) 797-7501 Email: info@clarksynthesis.com Clark Synthesis manufacturers the only high-power, real-time thumper for drum thrones and platforms."

316

"CLAYTON, STEVE, INC."

"201 Rogue River Parkway, Talent, OR 97540. Tel: (541) 535-4440. Toll-free: (877) 752-9484. Fax: (541) 535-4449. Email: steve@steveclayton.com. Web: www.steveclayton.com. Steve Clayton, president.Manufacturer of music accessories: guitar picks; online custom guitar pick imprint programs; guitar straps; guitar slides; guitar polish; and drumsticks. Publisher of: chord chart posters and fingering charts for stringed instruments; and band folders."

317

"CLEARSONIC MFG., INC."

"1223 Norton Road, Hudson, OH 44236. Tel: (330) 650-1420. Toll-free: (800) 888-6360. Fax: (330) 247-4126. Email: info@clearsonic.com. Web: www.clearsonic.com. Contact: Matt, Chris, or Caron. Manufacturer of transparent acoustic panels and drum shields, portable free-standing SORBER baffles, and portable drum and vocal booth systems for stage, studio, and rehearsal use. "

320

"cliff electronic components, inc."

"5610 South Topeka Blvd. Suite C, Topeka, Kansas 66609. Tel: (785) 862-2543, Toll Free: 1-800-806-6659, Fax: (785) 862-5723, Email: sales@cliffusa.com, Web: www.cliffusa.comDesigner and manufacturer of a full range of audio components and accessories featuring: Soundcheck audio test CD; 1/4 jack sockets; plugs; XLR connectors; control knobs; cabinet accessories; and the patented Touchproof terminal binding posts, digital reverb boards."

322

"CodaBow International, Ltd."

"P.O. Box 18, Winona, MN 55987. Tel: (507) 454-1509. Toll-free tel (U.S.): (877) 263-2269. Fax: (507) 454-0400. Email: bows@codabow.com. Web: www.codabow.com. Contact: Jeffrey S. Van Fossen.Codabow International unites time-honored bow-making traditions with the science of today’s advanced materials to create a family of perfornance bows that serve players at every level."

1,871

"COMMERCIAL CREDIT REPORTS, INC."

"Toll free: (800) 748-6290. Toll-free fax: (800) 748-5512. Web: www.commercialcreditreports.com, Email: pam@commercialcreditreports.comThe largest provider for Experian and Equifax Business Credit Reports, this company provides credit information on businesses and owners of businesses. The most credit information on companies in the music industry."

334

"CONCERTO NO. 1, INC."

"14145 Proctor Avenue # 6, City of Industry, CA 91746. Tels: (626) 369-7151 and (626) 378-8208. Fax: (626) 369-7153. Email: rocky51502@yahoo.com. Web: www.concerto-no1.com.Manufacturer of a wide range of quality musical instruments including violins, violas, cellos, clarinets, flutes, piccolos, and guitars, as well as instrument kits, cases, bows, music stands, instrument stands, and accessories."

335

"CONCORD INTERNATIONAL GROUP, INC."

"2380 Vantage Drive, Elgin, IL 60124-7801. Tel: (847) 836-8688. Toll-free: (877) 956-8688. Fax: (847) 836-8288. Email: info@concordgroup.com. Web: www.concordgroup.com.Product line includes Christopher basses, celli, violins, and violas; Concord cases and accessories; Eminence upright basses; and Alta electric violins."

339

"CONN-SELMER, INC."

"P.O. Box 310, Elkhart IN 46515-0310. Tel: (574) 522-1675. Fax: (574) 295-0334. Email: custserv@conn-selmer.com. Web: www.conn-selmer.com. John Stoner, president and CEO; Judy Schuchart, vice president, finance and CFO; Brian Imel, vice president of sales; Richard Breske, communications director.Conn-Selmer, Inc. is the leading manufacturer and distributor of band and orchestral instruments for professional, amateur and student use. The Company manufactures and distributes its products under a variety of well-known brand names, including Vincent Bach, Selmer USA, C.G. Conn, Leblanc, King, Holton, Armstrong, Martin and Vito band instruments; Ludwig and Musser percussion, and Glaesel, Scherl & Roth and William Lewis & Son string instruments. Other brands include Emerson flutes, Noblet clarinets, Benge trumpets and Artley woodwinds. Conn-Selmer is also the exclusive North American distributor for Selmer (Paris) professional brass and woodwinds and U.S. distributor for Yanagisawa saxophones.Conn-Selmer manufactures and distributes instruments in ten facilities located in Elkhart, Indiana; Cleveland and Eastlake, Ohio; Monroe, North Carolina; LaGrange, Illinois; Kenosha and Elkhorn, Wisconsin and at G. Leblanc Cie in La Couture-Boussey, France. It also enjoys an extensive relationship with a variety of suppliers from around the world.The Company’s mission is to provide a superior experience for every player, music educator, distributor and dealer throughout the world, through continuous improvement, ongoing brand investment, and support of the music education community.Conn-Selmer, Inc. holds leading market share in a majority of instrument categories. With brands that are the overwhelming choice of professional musicians, Conn-Selmer recognizes its responsibility to maintain the highest quality of manufacture using proven designs that satisfy the most critical of professional players. Unwilling to sit on its current designs, however, the Company continues to develop new instruments that help musicians reach greater performance levels. The company’s commitment to the amateur player is no less critical, providing instruments at all price points that exceed customer expectations for performance, quality and value.Through its educational division, Conn-Selmer Institute, the Company provides band directors with ongoing educational opportunities in band & orchestra administration, musical instrument development and leadership skills. Through workshops, artist clinic programs and educational materials, the Company provides support to educational professionals, school systems, and students, assuring that music and music education continues to be available to all. Conn-Selmer also provides a wide array of promotional materials to communicate the benefits of music to the overall market.Conn-Selmer, Inc. is a division of Steinway Musical Instruments, Inc. (NYSE: LVB)."

337

"Connector Technics Sound, Inc."

"No. 191-5, Long-En Street San-Shua Town, Taipei Hsien 237 Taiwan. Tel: 8862-8671-0282. Fax: 8862-8671-0281. Email: sales@contechsound.com. Contact: Roger Chiang."

343

"CORA & PETER KUO, INC."

"-P.O. Box 610, Taichung, Taiwan, R.O.C. Tel: 011-886-4-2372-0100. Faxes: 011-886-4-2372-0463 and 011-886-4-2375-2221. Email: cpkinc@ms12.hinet.net. Web: www.cpkinc.com. Contact: Peter Kuo. Product lines: Power Beat, CPK, and Mitello brand drumsets, all ki"

346

"Core One Creative, Inc. (Bullet Cable & Core X2)"

"3545 Lomita Blvd., Suite E, Torrance, CA 90505. Tel: (310) 539- 1692, Fax: (310) 606-2660. sales@coreoneproduct.com"

345

"CORE, HOWARD"

"Refer to Howard Core Company, LLC, in this section."

348

"CORT U.S.A., a division of Westheimer Corporation"

"3451 West Commercial Avenue, Northbrook, IL 60062. Tel: (847) 498-6491. Fax: (847) 498-5370. Email: cortsales@cort.com. Web: www.cort.com.Cort acoustic guitars and electric guitars and basses are crafted by musicians for musicians in the Cort musical instrument factories in Korea, Indonesia, and China. Cort is one of the largest quality guitar producers in the world innovative guitars with uncompromising quality and a lifetime limited warranty. Call or write for the company’s brand-new catalog. Cort is exclusively distributed in the U.S.A. by Cort U.S.A., a division of Westheimer Corporation."

350

"COUNTRYMAN ASSOCIATES, INC."

"195 Constitution Drive, Menlo Park CA 94025. Tel: (650) 364-9988. Toll-free: (800) 669-1422. Fax: (650) 364-2794. Email: sales@countryman.com.Manufacturer of the Countryman Type 85 Direct Box and the Isomax series of microphones for musical instruments, sound reinforcement, broadcast, and acoustical measurement."

361

"CURT MANGAN, INC."

"P.O. Box 1778, Cortez, CO 81321. Tel: (970) 564-5935. Toll-free: (866) 463-2878. Fax: (970) 564-5932. Toll-free fax: (866) 831-1777. Email: 411@curtmangan.com. Web: www.curtmangan.com. Manufacturer of Made in the USA Curt Mangan® FusionMatched strings for acoustic and electric guitar and related accessories."

378

"D.B. MUSICAL INSTRUMENT CO., LTD."

"Taiwan Office: D.B. Building No. 3, Zhe-Nan Road, Ta-Tu Hsiang, Taichung Hsien, Taiwan. Tel: 011-886-4-2691-2393. Fax: 011-886-4-2691-7629. Email: db-musical@db-musical.com. Web: www.db-musical.com. Tony Huang, president.China Factory: Ban-Xian-Shan Village, Heng-li Town, Dong-Guan City, Guang-Dong Privoice 523468, China. Tel: 011-86-769-373-8428. Fax: 011-86-769-373-8458. Email: db-musical@db-musical.com. Web: www.db-musical.com.Manufacturer of drumsets, general percussion products, general musical stands, hardware, and accessories for drumsets and musical instruments."

365

"DAMPITS, INC."

"Box 493, Radio City Station, NY, NY 10101. Tel: (212) 581-3047 Fax: (212) 265-9601.Invented and patented by Ralph Hollander, American violinist, the Dampit is designed to protect violins, guitars, woodwinds, pianos, harps, and harpsichords against cracking, unglueing, warping, and hardening of tone. This humidifier consists of a flexible tube containing water-absorbent material with protective closures and fasteners. It is immersed in water and then inserted into the instrument to retain humidity. It is left in while the instrument is not in use; string and fret performers may leave the Dampit in the instrument while playing, if desired. Many world-famous artists and teachers use and endorse the Dampit, including: string virtuosos Yehudi Menuhin, Yo Yo Ma, Ruggiero Ricci, Mstislav Rostropovic, Gary Karr, Ivan Galamian, and the Guarneri String Quartet. Fretted instrument artists include Carlos Montoya, Alice Artzt, and Theodore Bikel. Among the leading woodwind players are world-renowned oboe soloist Heinz Holliger, the NY Philharmonic’s woodwind section Albert Goltzer (oboe), Stanley Drucker (solo clarinet), and Manuel Ziegler (solo bassoon), and the NY City Ballet Orchestra David Weber (solo clarinet).Famous conductor Leopold Stokowski also endorsed the Dampit, as did Simone F. Sacconi, one of America’s leading violin makers and restorers.Dampits are sold through music stores. Retail prices: Violin, $10.95; Little Violin, $9.45; Viola, $11; Cello, $13; Bass, $14.50; Guitar regular, $17.95; Guitar super, $18.95; Mandolin, $11; Oboe Clarinet (1st Joint), $10.45; Clarinet (2nd Joint)/Alto Clarinet, English Horn, $11; Bass Clarinet, $13; Bassoon (Wing Joint), Bassoon (Ball Joint), $14; Road Case/Reed Storage Container, $10."

372

"DANSR, inc"

"2209 West North Avenue, Chicago, IL 60647. Tel: (773) 292-1445. Fax: (773) 292-1545. Toll-free tel: (888) 707-4455. Email: info@dansr.com. Web: www.dansr.com. U.S. importer for Vandoren reeds, mouthpieces, and accessories. Refer to Vandoren Paris in this section for more information. North American importer for Denis Wick brass mouthpieces and mutes. Refer to Denis Wick in this section for more information. "

370

"Dan’l Guitars, Inc. "

"Phone : 512 945-1308 Email : danl@danlguitars.com Website: www.danlguitars.com www.mypace.com/danlguitars Limited Edition Innovative & Ergonomical Electric Guitars & Basses from Austin, TX. Combining exotic woods, sculptural styling, top grade hardware and electronics by Bill Lawrence, USA, Rio Grande, and Bartolini, Dan’l Guitars are pro level instruments with dynamic sonic voices. Instruments not yet widely available except through the Austin based company and through www.professionalmusicequipment.com"

377

"Davitt & Hanser Music,"

"2395 Arbor Tech Drive, Hebron, KY 41048. Orders: (800) 999-5558. Fax: (800) 451-4944. Local: (859) 817-7100. Email: sales@hansermg.com. Jack Hanser: Chairman/CEO. Bill Xavier: National Sales Mgr "

383

"DEAN MARKLEY ELECTRONICS, INC."

"3350 Scott Boulevard #45, Santa Clara, CA 95054. Tel: (408) 988-2456. Toll-free: (800) 800-1008. Fax: (408) 988-0441. Email: info@deanmarkley.com. Web: www.deanmarkley.com. Dean Markley, president; Bari Wilson, executive vice president.Distributed exclusively by Kaman Music Corporation; toll-free tel, (800) 647-2244."

384

"DEAN MARKLEY STRINGS, INC."

"3350 Scott Boulevard #45, Santa Clara, CA 95054. Tel: (408) 988-2456. Toll-free: (800) (800) 1008. Fax: (408) 988-0441. Email: info@deanmarkley.com. Web: www.deanmarkley.com. Contact: John Picetti.Dean Markley manufactures a complete array of strings for acoustic, electric, and bass guitar."

1,807

"DECALS UNLIMITED, INC."

"9333 96th Street North, Mahtomedi, MN 55115. Tel: (651) 429-4465. Fax: (651) 429- 5155. Email: avery@decalunlimited.com. Web: www.decalsunlimited.com. This company specializes in the printing of over 3,000 piano fallboard decals and over 150 decals for the soundboards of acoustic grands. All decals are pressure sensitive, with the adhesive on the letters and art areas of the decal only. Extremely simple to use, needing absolutely no clean up, and will accept a large variety of finishes immediately. Most artwork is consistent with the hand-rendered art from the original piano fallboard or soundboard. Decals are of the appropriate size. The company provides the decal as ordered or will custom make one-of-a-kind names in its highly trained, full-time Art Department; it will not substitute another decal. Send a sketch or photograph for quotation . Can convert any line art into a pressure-sensitive decal, company logos, guitar logos; harpsichord stencils, in lots of just one or 100.Decals Unlimited also offers LASER-cut music racks for turn-of-the-century Art Case Grands, some benches in selected period styles, or legs for Artist stool conversions. Catalog available upon request. Decals can be viewed at the website. www.decalsunlimited.com."

386

"DECOR MUSIC, INC."

"P.O. Box 4050, Sparks, NV 89432. Tel: (775) 356-8887. Toll-free: (888) 888-0068. Fax: (775) 356-8577. Toll-free fax: (866) 666-3118. Email: decormusic@hotmail.com. Web: www.decormusic.com.Classic stringed music instruments and accessory wholesale. Free 30-page color catalog."

388

"DEFFNER ACCORDIONS, ERNEST"

"P.O. Box 11663, 5712H General Washington Drive, Alexandria, VA 22312. Email: ernestdeffner@aol.com. Website: www.bussomusic.com. Tel: (703) 941-9300. Fax: (703) 941-9301. Directors: Frank Busso Jr and Faithe Deffner"

389

"DEG Music Products, Inc."

"3475 Springfield Road, P.O. Box 968, Lake Geneva, Wisconsin 53147. Tel: (262) 248-8314. Toll-free tel: 800-558-9416. Fax: (262) 248-7953. General e-mail: info@dynastybi.net. Web: www.dynastybi.com.DEG Music Products is the manufacturer and worldwide distributor of Dynasty Brasswind & Percussion Musical Instruments; Schafer band instruments; and DEG accessories for wind instruments and percussionDynasty Brass and Percussion:Top marching bands and drum & bugle corps throughout the world, including 11-time DCI World Champion Blue Devils, perform on Dynasty marching brass and percussion. The comprehensive line of Dynasty marchingbrasses includes Bb trumpet, F mellophone, Bb French horn, F French horn, Bb trombone, Bb baritone, Bb euphonium, BBb convertible tuba, and three- and four-valve BBb marching tuba, as well as three-valve G bugles in soprano, mellophone, baritone, and euphonium, and three- and four-valve contrabass in both professional and micro-tune models. Dynasty percussion has been designed and is manufactured to the highest quality standards. A full range of marching drums, including the revolutionary lightweight Wedge marching snare; basses, multi-toms, and concert drums are available. Concert xylophones, marimbas, vibraphones, chimes, orchestra bells, pedal glockenspiels, and timpani complete the Dynasty percussion offering.Schafer Brass Instruments:Under its Schafer trademark, DEG offers a reasonably priced, durable, responsive line of upright tubas and baritone horns.Accessories:DEG offers dealers the a complete line of accessory products for wind instruments and percussion. Contact Information"

1,990

"DeLORENE ACOUSTICS, INC."

"44290 Yale Road West, Chilliwack, BC V2R 4H1. Tel: (604) 795-2229. Fax: (604) 795-4488. Email deloreneinc@shaw.ca. Web: www.delorene.com. Contact: Roselyn Kent."

396

"Digidesign, A Division of Avid"

"2001 Junipero Serra Boulevard, Daly City, CA 94104-3886. Tel: (650) 731-6300. Fax: (650) 731-6399. Email: prodinfo@digidesign.com. Web: www.digidesign.com. Digidesign is the leading manufacturer of digital audio workstations for professional music, recording, film, and video markets."

401

"DiMARZIO, INC."

"1388 Richmond Terrace, P.O. Box 100387, Staten Island, NY 10310. Tel: (718) 981-9286. Toll-free: (800) 221-6468. Fax: (718) 720-5296. Email: on-line@dimarzio.com. Web: www.dimarzio.com.DiMarzio sells a complete line of guitar and bass replacement pickups along with a wide variety of guitar accessories, including guitar cables, high-end audio cables, guitar straps, and accessories."

409

"DIVERSITRONICS, INC."

"231 Wrightwood, Elmhurst, IL 60126. Tel: (630) 833-4495. Fax: (730) 833-6355. Email: LCADA@diversitronics.com, Web: www.diversitronics.com. Contact: Larry Cada.Stage lighting, special lighting effects, control boards, strobe lights, sequencers."

1,897

"DOVER PUBLICATIONS, INC."

"31 East Second Street, Mineola, NY 11501. Tel: (516) 294-7000. Toll-free: (800) 223-3130. Fax: (516) 742-5049. Email: jmeskill@doverpublications.com. Web: www.doverdirect.com.Publisher of classical and popular music scores and music books."

421

"Drum Glove Music, LLC"

"290 White Plains Road #1, Eastchester, NY 10709. Tel: (914) 787-8840. Email: info@tripletdrumglovemusic.com Web: www.tripletdrumgloves.com . Contact: James Lento.The Incredible TDG. With Zero-Dependency, Improved Grip, Increased Muscle Strength, and Reduced Injuries, all based on a Patented Isometric Three-Band System-Using the TDG is a Win-Win Situation! This Claim is Supported by Dr.Luga Podesta- M.D. Sports Medicine Specialist, and Columnist for Drum! Magazine. hey Are Used By Top Pros on Concert Tours , Recording Studios, Drum Clinics, Universities, and Schools of Music Throughout The World. We’ve Proudly Set The Standard of What A Drumming Glove Should Be...So What Are You Waiting For ?! Put a Pair in Your Stick Bag Today ! Anything Else is Just a Glove !"

423

"DRUM WORKSHOP, INC."

"3450 Lunar Court, Oxnard CA 93030. Tel: (805) 485-6999. Fax: (805) 485-1334. Email: customerservice@dwdrums.com. Web: www.dwdrums.com.Drum Workshop (DW) is a leading American manufacturer of professional-quality drums, pedals, hardware, snare drums, and accessories. DW is also the designer and exclusive worldwide distributor for Pacific Drums and Percussion, which offers a wide range of high-quality yet affordable instruments for beginning, intermediate, and semi-pro players."

428

"DUKOFF MOUTHPIECES, BOBBY"

"P.O. Box 56-1002, Kendall, FL 33156. Tel: (305) 255-3967. Web: www.BobbyDukoff.com.For all saxophones, metal and Ebonite composition. Manufactured and sold by Bobby Dukoff."

429

"DULCIMER FACTORY, INC., THE"

"715 South Washington Road, Fredericksburg, TX 78624. Tel: (830) 997-6704. Fax: (830) 997-8752."

1,898

"DUMONT, CHARLES & SON, INC"

"1085 Dumont Circle, P.O. Box 1017, Voorhees, New Jersey 08043. Toll-free tel (nationwide): 1-800-257-8283, local: 1-856-346-9100. 24-hour Fax Ordering: 1-856-346-3452. www.dumontmusic.com. Officers: Charles Dumont, President / Michael S. Dumont, Executive Vice-President, Treasurer.Since 1945, this company has been the largest print music distributor dedicated exclusively to servicing the music retailer.Over 100,000 titles in stock representing all styles and categories of music. Sheet music, pop folios, method books, band, orchestra and choral arrangements are just a few categories distributed by this firm. The company also distributes a full line of musical gift items and music accessories.Exclusive distributor for Joel Rothman Publications, Beacon Music Co., Bernard Stein Music Co., “Bugs” Bower’s Nancy Music Co., Inc. ASCAP, 10 Easy Lessons Series, Könemann Music Budapest, Learn To Play/Koala Publications, Ronnie Lee, Henri Elkan Music Publisher and The Ultimate Music Display System.Assumed sales and distribution responsibilities of the Carl Fischer Jobbing Division and Rack Sense Program.Services include itemized billing, computerized special orders, Dumont rack programs, fast service, dynamic website, toll-free WATS service by experienced personnel, top discounts, monthly bulletins, weekly email newsletters, highlights catalog and New Issue Program.."

433

"DYMusic USA, Inc"

"1132 D. Telegraph Rd. Monroe, MI 48161 Phone:734-384-1705 Fax: 734-384-1705 Contact: Toya Grego E-mail: toya@dymusicusa.com "

436

"DYNASTY PERCUSSION, MARCHING BRASS, AND BUGLES"

"Refer to DEG Music Products, Inc., in this section."

363

"D’ADDARIO & COMPANY, INC."

"P.O. Box 290, Farmingdale, NY 11735. Tel: (631) 439-3300. Toll-free: (800) 323-2746. Fax: (631) 439-3333. Toll-free fax: (800) 632-3274. Web: www.jdaddario.com.J. D’Addario & Company, Inc., designs, manufactures, and markets complete lines of strings for fretted and bowed musical instruments, drumheads, and accessories, and musical instrument accessories under the brand names D’Addario, Evans Drumheads, Planet Waves, and HQ, as well as woodwind accessories under the brand name Rico. The company’s headquarters in Farmingdale features a full-service R&D, manufacturing, and warehouse facility, and its products are marketed in approximately 100 countries for use by touring musicians, marching bands, orchestral musicians, and in a variety of other musical instrument applications. J. D’Addario has specialized in the design and production of fine-quality musical instrument strings for nine generations and is the world’s largest producer of strings.J. D’Addario now ships all products through its warehouses in Farmingdale, NY; Pacoima, CA; and Richmond Hill, Canada (800) 268-6855).."

367

"D’ANDREA, INC."

"115 Eileen Way, Syosset, NY 11791. Tel: (516) 496-2200. Toll-free: (800) 554-1090. Fax: (516) 496-2425. Email: info@dandreainc.com. Web: www.dandreapicks.com, www.snarlingdogs.com, and www.dandreausa.com. Established in 1922, D’Andrea produces a complete line of guitar accessories; guitar and wood instrument care products; guitar and wind instrument straps; Snarling Dogs brand of guitar and bass wah, effects pedals, and stomp boxes; and D’Andrea USA also distributes Tribal Planet Bags, Rebel Straps, Planetone & Spirit Harmonicas, Hot Sticks Drumsticks, KSD Basses, Brooklyn Gear, Ice Pix, Rocky Mountain Slides, and Wallacher Guitar Hangers"

437

"E AND E EXPORTS, INC."

"2815 Junipero Avenue #101, Signal Hill, CA 90755. Tel: (562) 968-3447. Fax: (562) 989-3037. Email: ee.exports@worldnet.att.net. Web: www.studio-tech.com/EE-Exports.htm. Contact: Tom Brady.Export distribution for manufacturers of American-made professional audio and musical products."

492

"E-PAD! Enterprises, LLC"

"31125 Via Colinas # 908 Westlake Village, CA 91362 Phone 818-889-3723, Fax 818-889-3725 www.epadco.com , www.myspace.com/epadco email, info@epadco.comManufacturer of a range of innovative drum practice pads and accessories that feature Enduraflex, a trademarked material whose bounce characteristics, between a pillow and a standard gum rubber pad, develop greater speed, endurance, and control."

473

"E.M. Winston, LLC"

"1156 Bowman Road, Suite 200, Mt. Pleasant, SC 29464. Toll Free: 800-456-1841. email: don@emwinston.com, , www.emwinston.com. Contact: Don Rhoades.Band instruments of Boston since 1980. High-quality, affordable student and background band instruments. Full line of plastic and wood classroom Gill recorders. William H. Zeswitz orchestral instruments (violins, viola, cello. General band instrument accessories, mouthpieces, ligatures, straps, bongos and pan flutes. "

443

"EASTMAN STRINGS, INC."

"22525 Gateway Center Drive, Clarksburg, MD 20871. Tel: (240) 686-2050. Toll-free: (800) 624-0270. Fax: (240) 686-2058. Email: info@eastmanstrings.com. Web: www.eastmanstrings.com.The Eastman Music Company was established in Boston, MA in 1992 as a manufacturer and distributor of Orchestral String Instruments. In 2001, the company was re-established in Maryland to distribute and manufacture orchestral stringed instruments, guitars and mandolins, brass instruments, woodwind instruments, and fiberglass and carbon fiber cases. Eastman enjoys a broad network of distribution throughout the United States with approximately 800 dealers. "

447

"EBTECH/SOUND ENHANCEMENT PRODUCTS, INC."

"185 Detroit Street, Cary, IL 60013. Tel: (847) 639-4646. Toll-free tel (sales and customer service): (800) 284-5172. Fax: (847) 639-4723. Email: info@ebtechaudio.com. Web: www.ebtechaudio.com.Manufacturer of: Hum Eliminator, Hum X, Line Level Shifter, and Swizz Army Cable Tester."

451

"EDEN ELECTRONICS, INC."

"444 East Courtland Street, Mundelein, IL 60060. Tel: (847) 949-0444. Toll-free: (800) 877-6863. Fax: (847) 949-8444. Email: eden@eden-electronics.com. Web: www.eden-electronics.com.High end bass amplification, studio monitors, and accessories."

452

"Edge Technologies, Inc."

"314 East 26th Street, Tacoma,WA 98421. Toll-free: (800) 275-2015. Fax: (253) 272-9429. Email: joe@profit-plus.com. Contact: Joe GratkowskiEdge Technologies was founded by retailers to provide the finest retail management system available."

455

"Eikosha Musical Instrument Co.,Inc. "

"2-22 Higashi Nagata-cho, Kitaku, Nagoya, Japan. Phone: 81-52-911-6456 Email: eikosh@aol.com , eikoshjp@ybb.ne.jpManufacturer, Exporter, Distributor of acoustic guitars, ele. guitars, violins, accessories, drums etc. having manufacturing plants in China and Taiwan. Brands include arion, artisan, beyond shimano harvest, starfire, s.yairi, suzuki and yamaha. O.E.M. production welcome. "

460

"ELECA INTERNATIONAL, INC."

"21088 Commerce Pointe Drive, Walnut, CA 91789. Tel: (909) 468-1382. Toll-free: 888-GO-ELECA. Fax: (909) 468-1652. Email: info@eleca.com. Web: www.eleca.com ; www.ElecaAmps.comComprehensive range of Electric and Acoustic Guitars, Amplifiers, Single/Multi-Effect Pedals, and Guitar related accessories."

461

"Electratone, Inc."

"20820 N. 25th Place, Phoenix, AZ 85050. Tel: (480) 612-3956. Email: frank@electratone.net, www.electratone.net"

1,809

"ELKAY PRODUCTS CO., INC."

"35 Brown Avenue, Springfield, NJ 07081. Tel: (973) 376-7550. Toll Free (orders): (800) 631-7351. Fax: (973) 912-0418. Email: elkayprod@aol.com. Web: www.elkayprod.com.Manufacturer and distributor of material handling and piano moving products."

469

"Elkhart Cases, InC."

"P.O. Box 1414, Elkhart, IN 46515. Tel: (574) 295-7700. Toll-free: (800) 582-0319. Fax: (574) 295-7761. Email: elkcases@aol.com. Dale D. Fahlbeck, president.Since 1964 Elkhart Cases has served the industry with quality cases at sensible prices."

475

"EMD MUSIC, INC."

"P.O. Box 487, LaVergne, TN 37087-0487. Tel: (615) 793-8787. Fax: 877-231-6653. Toll free: (866) 871-5800 Email: usa@emdmusic.com. Web: www.staggmusic.com. Contact: Daniel F. Barker.Exclusive U.S. distributor for Ashdown engineering, manufacturers of world-class bass and guitar amplifiers and bass effect pedals. Also, exclusive U.S. distributor of the complete range of Stagg acoustic and electric guitars, amplifiers, drums, cymbals, congas, bongos and percussion, guitar, keyboard, lighting, PA, drum and percussion stands, cases, bags, cables, connectors, piano and keyboard benches as well as our complete line of horns, wind instruments, string instruments and accessories."

478

"EMERSON, a division of Conn-Selmer, Inc."

"P.O. Box 310, Elkhart IN 46515-0310. Tel: (574) 522-1675. Fax: (574) 295-0334. Email: custserv@conn-selmer.com. Web: www.conn-selmer.com. Working closely with key European makers and soloists, Emerson Deford developed a scale and headjoints with a clearly defined Emerson sound. Preferred by artists and educators in the U.S., the Emerson sound can be heard from the professional level Boston Legacy flutes and piccolos and is highly desired, as well, by the finest flute instructors for their students.Nearing retirement, Mr. Deford handed stewardship of the company to Steinway Musical Instruments in 1997. Emerson Flutes continued their development through the introduction of new instruments and innovations, and establishing a quality level which surpasses most players’ expectations for intermediate and student flutes. Advanced headjoint designs include Sterling silver lip plates and risers on student flutes and specially cut embouchure holes. Today, the Emerson flute family includes a full line of soprano, alto and bass flutes, and piccolos, for professional, amateur and student players."

480

"EMG, INC."

"P.O. Box 4394, Santa Rosa, CA 95402. Tel: (707) 525-9941. Toll-free: (800) 821-1446. Fax: (707) 575-7046. Email: scott@emgpickups.com, www.emgpickups.com.Established in 1976, EMG is known worldwide as a leading manufacturer of active low-impedance electronic pickups for electric and acoustic instruments. EMG offers a full line of pickups including the high-impedance “HZ” line."

484

"ENCORE ETC., INC. (MAESTRO MD)"

"100 Burtt Road, Andover, MA 01810. Toll-free: (800) 818-0220. Web: www.maestromd.com.Creator of a patented sterlization method for wind instruments that kills 100% of all viruses, bacteria, and fungi."

485

"ENCORE MALLETS, INC."

"437 Southfork Drive Suite 100, Lewisville, TX 75057. Tel and fax: (972) 436-6963. Email: info@encoremallets.com. Web: www.encoremallets.com Contact: Dan Lidster."

486

"ENGELHARDT-LINK, INC."

"185 King Street, Elk Grove Village, IL 60007. Tel (847) 593-5850. Fax (847) 593-5894. Email concert@engelhardtlink.com. Web www.engelhardtlink.com. Manufacturer of string basses and cellos of the highest quality for the school industry. Distribution is through leading wholesalers"

494

"EPIPHONE GUITAR CO., a part of the Gibson family of brands"

"645 Massman Drive, Nashville, TN 37210. Tel: (615) 871-9585. Fax: (615) 872-7768. Web: www.epiphone.com.Manufacturer of: Epiphone acoustic guitars and basses; Epiphone electric guitars and basses; Epiphone strings and accessories; Epiphone guitar amplifiers; Epiphone bass amplifiers; and Epiphone U.S.A. Collection."

498

"ERNIE BALL, INC."

"P.O. Box 4117, San Luis Obispo, CA 93403. Tel: (805) 544-7726 (collect calls accepted). Toll-free: 800-54-E-BALL. Toll-free fax: (800) 577-3225. Email: webmaster@ernieball.com. Web: www.ernieball.com.The company that set the industry standard for electric guitar strings manufactures a full line of electric and acoustic instrument strings. Featuring top selling Slinkys, RPS, Slinky Acoustics (Phosphor Bronze), Ernesto Palla classical strings, and Earthwood Acoustic (80/20) guitar string sets. Ernie Ball strings have been available since 1962 and are widely revered for their quality and playability. Slinky bass strings are offered in nickel and stainless steel, while flatwound bass strings are also available for order. Exclusive instrument accessory items include Ultraflex cables, Polypro straps, a wide selection of picks, Inked Leather Straps, Ernie Ball Instructional books, guitar, and amp hardware, custom imprinted picks, volume and wah pedals, and more.Ernie Ball/Music Man manufactures the world-renowned StingRay Bass, Sterling, Bongo, StingRay 5, and SUB electric basses. Music Man’s guitar lineup features the Silhouette, Silhouette Special, Axis, Axis Supersport, and SUB 1 models. Music Man signature guitar models include Steve Morse, Steve Lukather, Albert Lee, John Petrucci, and Benji Madden. All instruments are made in the U.S.A."

499

"ESP GUITAR COMPANY, INC."

"10903 Vanowen Street #A, North Hollywood, CA 91605-6408. Tel: (818) 766-2097. Fax: (818) 506-1378. Email: info@espguitars.com. Web: www.espguitars.com. Contact: Allen Steelgrave.High-performance bolt-on, set neck, and neck-through-body electric and semi-acoustic guitars and basses under the ESP, LTD, and Xtone brands."

500

"Essential Sound Products, Inc."

"PO Box 81998 Rochester, MI 48308. Tel: (248) 375-2655. Fax: (248) 375-2701. Email: info@essentialsound.com. Contact: Michael Griffin. Manufacturer of high-performance ac power cords, power distribution and surge suppression components for audio equipment including musical instrument amplifiers and pro-audio gear. Sold under “MusicCord Professional” and “The Essence Reference” brands. All products are made in the USA."

506

"EUPHONIC AUDIO, INC."

"11 Revere Court, Princeton Junction, NJ 08550. Tel: (732) 240-3715. Fax: (732) 736-1400. Email: info@euphonicaudio.com. Web: www.euphonicaudio.com. Contacts: Larry Ullman, John Dong.Manufacturer of high-quality bass speaker cabinets. Products range from small, compact cabinets designed for intimate venues to larger cabinets designed for concert halls."

1,999

"EUROMUSIC MARKETING, INC."

"2651 John Street #8, Markham, ON L3R 2W5. Tel: (905) 475-3876. Toll-free: 888-8-PETROF. Fax: (905) 475-8538. Email: info@euromusic.ca. Web: www.euromusic.ca. Exclusive Canadian distributor for Petrof pianos, Hoffman & Kuhne pianos."

509

"European Musical Imports, Inc."

"P.O. Box 1071, Township of Washington, NJ 07676. Tel: (201) 497-5079. Email: info@europeanmusical.com. Web: www.europeanmusical.com. Domenick Mandrafina, president."

514

"Everly Music Company, Inc."

"7303 Atoll Ave., North Hollywood, CA 91605. Tel (888) 438-3759, Web www.cleartonestrings.com. Manufactures, markets and distributes Cleartone Brand Guitar Strings, Everly Strings, Postal Monkey Cases and Star Picks brand plectrums."

517

"EXOTIC WOODS CO., INC."

"P.O. Box 532, Sicklerville, NJ 08081. Tel: (856) 728-5555. Toll-free: (800) 443-9264. Fax: (856) 728-6262. Email: gulab@exoticwoods.com. Web: www.exoticwoods.com. Gulab H. Gidwani, president.Supplier of woods and parts for stringed instruments and woodwinds, and supplier of inlaying materials of mother-of-pearl and abalone. Specializing in ebony, East Indian rosewood, and African blackwood, plus curly, bird’s-eye, and quilted maple and lightweight ash bodies. Quartersawn, one-piece, hard maple necks available on a custom basis."

520

"Factory Metal Percussion, LLC"

"Tel: (760) 868-4808, email: JimA@factorymetalpercussion.com. Dealers Contact: Latin Percussion, Tel: 973-478-6903 . www.FactoryMetalPercussion.comSpecializing in Metallic Effect for Drummers & Percussionists"

525

"FBT USA, INC."

"P.O. Box 8144, Berlin, CT 06037-8144. Tel: (860) 829-0434. Toll-free: (800) 333-9383. Fax: (860) 829-1026. Email: fbtusa@sbcglobal.net. Web: www. fbtusa.com or www.fbt.it. Contact: Carol Concorde.Principal Brands FBT Professional, Audio, Qube Audio, Kempton Audio,, JTS Microphones & Wireless Systems,, Cicognani Guitar & Bass Guitar Amps,, Drum Art Snare Drums, Equipment: FBT MaxX, FBT HiMaxX,, Verve, Jolly, PSR powered and, passive speakers, Formula series, Mixers, Symbol amps, Amico portable, sound systems, FBT Modus Powered and, passive line arrays, Qube Audio, powered & passive line arrays and, speakers, Qube amplification,, Kempton GT & PW series speakers,, Kempton KA series amps, Kempton, mixers, Cicognani series guitar and, bass amps, Brutus series guitar, amps, Imperium series guitar amps,, Indy series bass guitar amps, Dragon, effects pedals, JTS Microphones, JTS, UHF wireless mic systems, JTS in ear, wireless systems, Drum Art handmade, snare drums."

529

"FERREE’S TOOLS, INC."

"1477 East Michigan Avenue, Battle Creek, Michigan 49014. Tel: (269) 965-0511. Toll-free: (800) 253-2261. Fax: (269) 965-7719. Email: ferreestools@aol.com. Web: www.ferreestools.com. Clifford Ferree, president.The company specializes in repair tools and supplies for band instrument repair technicians. Cliff Ferree has an excellent background in the repair field. After his graduation from the Conn Repair School in 1946, he established his own repair shop. This grew into a large retail business which was later sold due to the expansion of the tool business. In 1956 Ferree bought out the repair tool departments of both Conn and Leblanc. Using these tools as a nucleus, Ferree did some extensive redesigning and engineering and published his first complete catalog in 1957. The tool business moved to larger quarters in 1965, and in 1967 a large addition to that building was completed. In 1970, after becoming dissatisfied with foreign saxophone pads, Cliff Ferree designed several unique assembly machines, made complete sets of precision dies, and began manufacturing saxophone pads.Cliff Ferree attributes the rapid growth of his business to the fact that he was active in the repair field and realized the needs of other repair shops. The company is still constantly working on improvements and shorter steps to quicker, easier, and more efficient repair methods. This has resulted in the constant development of new tools. A person using these tools can complete difficult and complicated jobs more simply, accurately, and in much less time. All these special tools are precision made and quality controlled under the supervision of Steve Willbur and Curtis Ferree.The company was originally organized as Ferree’s Band Instrument Tools and Supplies, Inc., because Cliff Ferree thought that the name should symbolize the products. After 40 years, however, he felt that the “Ferree” name had become synonymous with quality band instrument repair tools and supplies and that customers would appreciate a shorter name; so the company name was changed to Ferree’s Tools, Inc.A large catalog is available free, upon request."

534

"FIRTH, VIC, INC."

Web: www.vicfirth.com. Tel: (617) 364-6869. Fax: (617) 364-2571. Email: info@vicfirth.com.

1,903

"FJH MUSIC COMPANY, INC."

"Westport Business Park, 2525 Davie Road #360, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33317-7424. Tel: (954) 382-6061. Toll-free: (800) 262-8744. Fax: (954) 382-3073. Email: info@fjhmusic.com. Web: www.fjhmusic.com. Frank J. Hackinson, president."

537

"FLAG SYSTEMS, INC."

"1968 East McFadden Avenue, Santa Ana, CA 92705-4706. Tel: (714) 547-9041. Fax: (714) 547-9179. Email: flagsound@aol.com. Contact: David M. Forney.Finland birch cabinetry; amp racks; shipping cases; speaker enclosures; custom designs."

548

"FOUR STAR WIRE & CABLE, INC."

"6200 19 Mile Road, Sterling Heights, MI 48314. Tel: (586) 254-0505. Toll-free: (877) 789-1626. Fax: (586) 254-1792. Email: pauls@fourstarwire.com. Web: www.mystarsound.com and www.fourstarwire.com. Contact: Paul Snyder.Four Star manufactures the “MyStarSound” line of instrument, microphone, speaker, MIDI, and RCA cables and high-quality box and fan snakes. The company offers a lifetime guarantee on all audio products and “the best service in the business.”"

555

"Fred Tebb & Sons, Inc."

"P.O. Box 2235, Tacoma, WA 98422. Tel: (253) 272-4107. Fax: (253) 272-4292. Email: craigleverson@yahoo.com. Contact: John Tebb."

557

"FRENCH AMERICAN REEDS, INC."

"80 Mill Masters Drive, Jackson, TN 38305. Tel: (731) 664-5545. Fax: (731) 664-8684. Email: info@frenchamericanreeds.com. Web: www.frenchamericanreeds.com. Contact: Eliane Maccaferri Reese, president.The company was founded in Paris, France, in 1934 by Mario Maccaferri. In 1939 Mario moved it to NY. After 64 years in the NY area, the company was moved to Jackson in western Tennessee, between Memphis and Nashville, by Eliane Maccaferri Reese. French American specializes in a complete line of reeds from Eb clarinet to bass sax. The company utilizes its own exclusive diamond-cutting high-precision machines to assure the finest quality and consistency. The company has been a mainstay in the production of reeds for woodwind instruments dating from the Big Band Era of the 1940s to the present. The reeds are used by professional performers in the classical and the jazz fields, as well as by students. All Masterpiece and Populaire reeds are produced in the U.S.A. from selected imported superior-quality cane. Each reed is cut with high precision, hand finished, and thoroughly inspected to ensure ultimate quality and consistency. Reeds are available in nine strengths and packaged in boxes of 5, 10, 25, and 50. Private-label work with individualized packaging is a specialty with French American Reeds. The company works closely with customers who prefer their own brand."

558

"FRETLORD MUSICAL INSTRUMENT LIGHTING SYSTEMS, INC."

"6801 Merion Court, North Lauderdale, FL 33068. Tel and fax: (954) 978-4553. Email: sales@fretlord.com. Web: www.fretlord.com.A musical instrument lighting accessories company specializing in laser, micro-LED, fiber optic, and luminescent products for electric and acoustic guitar, bass, drums, brass, and woodwind instruments."

562

"FURMAN SOUND, INC."

"1690 Corporate Circle, Petaluma, CA 94954-6919. Tel: (707) 763-1010. Fax: (707) 763-1310. Email: info@furmansound.com. Web: www.furmansound.com.Furman Sound, in business since 1974, is a leading manufacturer of AC Power Products: power conditioners; power conditioners with instrument tuners; and locking outlet systems."

564

"G. EDWARD LUTHERIE, INC."

"1620 Central Avenue NE #232, Minneapolis, Minnesota 55413. Tel: (612) 781-5799. Toll-free: (800) 741-3041. Fax: (612) 788-2080. Email: gelbass@aol.com. Web: www.gelbass.com."

566

"GABBANELLI ACCORDIONS & IMPORTS, L.L.C."

"4991 West Bellfort Avenue, Houston, TX 77035. Tel: (713) 728-9898. Toll-free: (800) 244-0763. Fax: (713) 728-9393. Email: gabbanelliusa@hotmail.com. Web: www.gabbanelliaccordions.com.Gabbanelli offers several models of Diatonic (Button), Piano, Cajun, MIDI, and Chromatic accordions. Accordion accessories and parts are stocked. Also, expert repairs and tuning service on all brands of accordions."

574

"Gatchell Violins Company, Inc."

"1377 West New Haven, Avenue, West Melbourne, FL 32904. Toll-free Tel: (866) 614-7547. Fax: (321) 725-4904. US Distributor: H.ermann Luger, Keith, Curtis & Clifton (KCC), Nicolas Parola, Stefan Petrov, Viktor Kereske, Rudolph Fiedler, Plamen Edrev, Radiana Edreva, Ricardo Galaini, GVC, Sumi, Hermann Luger Master Bows, Thomastik."

575

"Gator Cases, Inc."

"18922 N. Dale Mabry Hwy. Lutz, FL 33548. Tel: (813) 221-4191. Email: sales@gatorcases.com. Web: www.gatorcases.com.Gator Cases is a premier manufacturer of carrying cases designed to meet the rigors of the traveling musician. These include wooden, plastic molded, lightweights, and gig bags for guitars, pro-audio equipment, percussion, AV equipment, DJ, and band instruments. Gator takes great pride in the research and development that goes into every product to create the best cases on the market in both quality and usability. Every case goes through rigorous quality checks to ensure that all customers will be satisfied with their choice of using a Gator Case. In addition, Gator offers a limited lifetime warranty. Gator Cases also specializes in OEM manufacturing to meet the private label needs of distributors and instrument manufacturers."

583

"George Dennis, LtD."

"Hlavni tr. 65 Havirov Mesto CZ 736 01 Czech Republic. Tel: 011-420-2-7482-2758. Fax: 011-420-2-7482-2584. Email: georgede@vol.cz. Web: www.george-dennis.cz. Contact: George.Manufacturer of all-tube amplifiers, professional effect pedals, and guitar picks."

1,727

"GERMAN AMERICAN TRADING COMPANY, INC."

"P.O. Box 17789, Tampa, FL 33682. Tel: (813) 961-8405. Fax: (813) 961-8514. Email: germanamer@msn.com.The company represents the following brands in the United States: August Föerster, Bohemia and Discacciati."

588

"GETZEN COMPANY, THE"

"530 South Highway H, P.O. Box 440, Elkhorn, WI 53121. Tel: (262) 723-4221. Toll-free: (800) 366-5584. Fax: (262) 723-4245. Email: info@getzen.com. Web: www.getzen.com. Thomas R. Getzen, owner and president; LouAnn Getzen, vice president; Dave Surber, sales manager; Mary Rima, executive assistant and customer service; Raymond Moe, controller; Brett T. Getzen, special project manager; Bridget Linhart, purchasing manager; Thomas DeGrave, plant manager; Christan Griego, Edwards Instruments.Founded in 1939, The Getzen Company, a family-owned company, manufactures at its facility in Elkhorn, Wisconsin, U.S.A., a complete line of brass wind instruments, including: trumpets in Bb, C, and piccolo Bb/A; cornets in Bb, and C; fluegelhorns; trombones; valve trombones; French horns; euphoniums; and baritone horns. Brand names include: Genesis, Custom Series, Eterna, and Eterna II-700 Series professional models; Capri and “700 Special” intermediate models; “300” and “400” series standard models; and Edwards trumpets and trombones. The company is also a distributor of Meinl-Weston tubas and euphoniums in the United States and Canada. Accessories include: brasswind care kits; Getzen and Edwards lubricants; Getzen mouthpieces; cases and covers; gig bags; and wearables."

593

"GIBSON U.S.A., A Division of Gibson Guitar Corp."

"309 Plus Park Boulevard, Nashville, TN 37217. Tel: (615) 277-2190. Toll-free: (800) 283-7135. Fax: (615) 889-0564. Web: www.gibson.com.Manufacturer of electric solid-body guitars: Les Pauls, SG, X-Facctor series, Chet Atkins SST, Pioneer, Thunderbird basses."

596

"GIG-FX, INC."

"1050 Winter Street #1000, Waltham, MA 02451. Tel: (978) 263-6432. Toll-free: 866-78-GIG-FX. Email: ben.bourgeois@gig-fx.com (sales); susan.ivins@gig-fx (customer service); and jeff.purchon@gig-fx.com (technical support).Gig-fx specializes in delivering high-quality, innovative products and accessories designed to fill the unmet needs of the gigging musician and the studio performer."

602

"GLAESEL, a division of Conn-Selmer, Inc."

"P.O. Box 310, Elkhart IN 46515-0310. Tel: (574) 522-1675. Fax: (574) 295-0334. Email: custserv@conn-selmer.com. Web: www.conn-selmer.com. Musicians worldwide recognize the Stradivarius and Guarneri violins, products of 17th and 18th century Italian artisans. While the Italian schools have long since faded, the German tradition for craftsmanship continues in the Glaesel orchestral instruments. The German tradition traces its origins to Jacob Stainer. Until the early 19th century, when power and brilliance became the fashion in violin performance, Stainer’s instruments were more highly praised than Stradivari’s. One of his pupils, Matthias Klotz, became the first in a long line of luthiers. For the next 200 years members of the Klotz family refined and perfected their craft, contributing to the famous Mittenwald school.The Glaesel family story begins in 1720 during the lifetime of Stradivari and Matthias Klotz. Since that time no fewer than 48 descendants have followed the calling, including three currently active members of the family. This span of over 250 years exceeds the entire Italian Cremona tradition that produced Stradivari. While the family seat has always been in Markneukirchen, a center for instrument craftsmanship, generations of Glaesels have studied at the famous Mittenwald school. In addition to creating fine instruments, other members of the Glaesel family have received distinction for specializing in bows and instrument restoration.Kurt G. Glaesel (born 1926) studied at Mittenwald under the direction of Matthias Klotz (a direct descendant of the original). After working in a number of prominent shops in Holland, Switzerland, and Germany, he came to the United States in 1953. Here he established “shop adjusting,” the process by which imported instruments are assembled, finished, and tested for consistency and strict adherence to quality standards. Students greatly benefit from the availability of affordable instruments crafted in the old world tradition. Glaesel was even invited by MENC (Music Educators National Conference) to write their standards for acceptable student instruments.Glaesel models are now focused on the traditional European instruments. Glaesel student and step-up models are known for their appeal to many different levels of musicianship. The level of craftsmanship is exquisite and teachers moving their students up into traditionally-sourced instruments will find that Glaesel models are an easy choice."

603

"GLASSER BOWS, INC."

"4330 Bullard Avenue, Bronx, NY 10466. Tel: (718) 994-1613. Fax: (718) 324-1918. Web: www.GlasserBows.com. Andrew Glasser, president.The world’s largest maker of bows for stringed instruments, Glasser invented the fiberglass violin bow in 1962. The company offers a complete line of fiberglass, composite, graphite, and braided carbon fiber bows for all stringed instruments in all sizes for every budget. Glasser Bows are made in the U.S.A. and are covered by a limited lifetime guarantee. Glasser is also the sole U.S. importer and distributor of Larsen strings from Denmark."

608

"GMS Drum Co., INC."

"855-C Conklin Street, Farmingdale, NY 11735. Tel: (631) 293-4235. Fax: (631) 293-4246. Email: info@gmsdrums.com. Web: www.gmsdrums.com. Contact: Rob Mazzella."

611

"GODLYKE, INC."

"P.O. Box 3076, Clifton, NJ 07012. Tel: (973) 777-7477. Toll-free: 866-2-GODLYKE. Fax: (973) 777-7078. Email: info@godlyke.com. Web: www.godlyke.com. Kevin Bolembach, president. Godlyke is the exclusive North American distributor for the Guyatone brand of musical instruments, amplifiers, and accessories; Maxon brand electronic effects pedals; Chunk Systems brand Bass Effect units, EMMA Electronic effects and HAO Handbuilt effects. Godlyke is also manufacturer and worldwide distributor for Power-All brand power supplies and accessories "

1,848

"GOETZ, PETER D., & ASSOCIATES"

"6711 Stewart Avenue East, Puyallup, WA 98371. Tel: (253) 841-5666. Toll-free: (800) 397-1821. Fax: (425) 468-9361. Email: davidagoetz@comcast.net. Contact: David Goetz.The company has 50-year history in the piano business providing a wholesale resource for used and like-new Yamaha and Kawai grands and verticals. The company ships anywhere in the United States."

616

"Goodall Guitars, INC."

"P.O. Box 3542, Kailua-Kona, HI 96745-3542. Tel: (808) 329-8237. Fax: (808) 329-2708. Email: contact@goodallguitars.com. Web: www.goodallguitars.com.World-class maker of custom acoustic steel-string and nylon string guitars offered in Parlor, Grand Concert, Concert Jumbo, Standard, Jumbo and Baritone box sizes. Fine tonewoods compliment every playing style. "

1,813

"GRAND WORKSHOPPE PIANO CO., INC."

"1720 Burrstone Road, New Hartford, NY 13413. Tel: (315) 724-3200. Email: 3rivers@borg.com. Contact: Daniel Fusco. Piano technology services and manufacturer of solid cherry wooden music stands and music storage chests."

629

"GRETSCH ENTERPRISES, FRED"

"P.O. Box 2468, Savannah, GA 31402. Tel: (912) 748-7070. Web: www.gretsch.com.Since 1883 the Gretsch Company has been making some of the world’s greatest drums and guitars, which, when played by some of the world’s greatest musicians, produce that “Great Gretsch Sound.” With its emphasis on hand-craftsmanship and commitment to quality, Gretsch has won endorsement from some of the music industry’s most respected artists.Fred Gretsch Sr., grandfather of the company’s current owner, introduced the multi-ply drum shell in 1927. This technique, which was quite the innovation at that time, has become the standard not only of Gretsch drums but also of drum-making around the world. Gretsch drums continue to be hand-made in South Carolina utilizing time-honored tooling, procedures, molds, and processes to exacting quality specifications. Gretsch drums are distributed by Kaman Music Corporation (KMC).Gretsch produces several guitar lines featuring beautifully crafted hollow-body electrics, solid-body electrics, acoustics, acoustic/electrics, and Broadkaster basses. Left-handed versions of many of its popular guitars as well as double-neck models are available. Gretsch makes artist signature models as well as reissues of some of its classic models from the ’50s and ’60s. Gretsch guitars are distributed by Fender Musical Instruments (FMIC).Bigsby guitars, Leedy drums, Bacon banjos, Ode banjos, Sho-Bud and EMCI pedal steel guitars, and accessories are additional Gretsch trademarked products. For details on each, see separate listings within this section."

633

"GRIZZLY INDUSTRIAL, INC."

"1203 Lycoming Mall, Muncy, PA 17756. Tel: (570) 546-9663. Toll-free: (800) 523-4777. Fax: (570) 546-7724. Email: melinda@grizzly.com. Web: www.grizzly.com"

634

"GROOVE TUBES, LLC"

"1543 Truman Street, San Fernando, CA 91340-3118. Tel: (818) 361-4500. Toll-free: (800) 459-5687. Fax: (818) 365-9884. Email: Groovetube@aol.com. Web: www.Groovetubes.com. Contact: Aspen Pittman.Manufacturer and distributor of tubes and tube-related musical merchandise."

636

"GROVER MUSICAL PRODUCTS, INC."

"3800 Kelley Avenue, Cleveland, OH 44114. Tel: (216) 391-1188. Fax: (216) 391-8999. Email: music@grotro.com. Web: www.grotro.com. Richard I. Berger, president; Dann Skutt, vice president; Chuck Kirschling, national sales manager. Celebrating 85 years in business. Manufacturer of musical instrument accessories for over 50 years. Maker of Grover guitar machines, the original enclosed gear machines. Exclusive manufacturer and distributor of the Grover “self-lock” machine heads. Also, bass and mandolin machines; banjo, dulcimer, and violin pegs. Complete line of five-string and tenor banjo bridges. Around-the-clock phone service offers convenience for messages or orders. Divisions of Grover Musical Products are Trophy Music Company, Duplex Percussion accessories, Grossman Music Corp., and Clevelander Drum Company; see separate listings for each in this section."

637

"GROVER PRO PERCUSSION, INC."

"22 Prospect Street #7, Woburn, MA 01801. Tel: (781) 935-6200. Fax: (781) 935-5522. Email: info@groverpro.com. Web: www.GroverPro.com, www.SilverFoxPercussion.com, and www.BestStick.com. Neil W. Grover, founder and president. Product lines/brands include: Grover; Grover Pro; Silver Fox hand-finished drumsticks and field mallets; Projection-Plus tambourines and concert snare drums; HSH Hammered triangles; Super-Overtone triangles; Bronze-Pro triangles; SV Series Percussion; Artist’s Choice bamboo and maple timpani mallets; New England Rock Maple woodblocks; Performance Series snare drums and snare wires; and Spectrasound Mark Tree brand chimes.Exclusive US Distributor for Premier marching, percussion, concert percussion and pipeband products."

1,729

"Guangzhou Pearl River Piano Group, Ltd."

"Yu Wei Xi Road, South Hua Di Da Dao, Fangcun, Li Wan Guangzhou, China 510388. Tel: 0086- 20- 81503507/81507678/81405260/81501011- 3213 Fax: 001-86-81502649. Email: wmk@pearlriverpiano.com. Web: www.pearlriverpiano.com. Pearl River, the world’s largest piano manufacturer, also produces over 5,000 violins, cellos, violas, and double basses per month, as well as 50,000 acoustic and electric guitars per month. Add to that one of the most varied collections of musical instruments including drums, brass, wind, and even accordions. Violins are available in all sizes and feature the finest in spruce wood with book- matched backs. Many orchestra and music directors see the Pearl River violin as a “Best Buy” in the American marketplace. The use of high quality materials and workers dedicated to producing the fi nest music products possible have propelled Pearl River violins to the forefront. Pearl River guitars offer high quality and all the important features at exceptionally competitive pricing on all models including professional, classical, acoustic and electric guitars. As the leading guitar manufacturer in China for more than 50 years, Pearl River is internationally renowned for the finest workmanship and consistent quality. The guitar factory is committed to constant innovation. Pearl River is determined to provide the finest guitars at affordable prices with outstanding customer service."

642

"GUILD GUITARS, A Division of Fender Musical Instruments"

"8860 East Chaparral Road #100, Scottsdale, AZ 85250. Tel: (480) 596-9690. Fax: (480) 596-1384. Web: www.guildguitars.comFounded in 1952, Guild is a respected manufacturer of archtop jazz and acoustic guitars. Since 1995 Guild Guitars has also been a part of F.M.I.C., and the Guild line of American-made acoustic and archtop electric guitars includes Benedetto brand archtop jazz guitars, considered by many to be the finest jazz guitars being made today. Benedetto guitars are built alongside many custom and specialty guitars at F.M.I.C.’s Guild Custom Shop in Nashville, Tennessee. A line of Guild accessories is also available from Fender Strings, Picks, and Accessories."

643

"Guistar Picks, LLC"

"944 Beaver Grade Road Moon Township, PA 15108 Tel: (412) 841-2399 Fax: (412) 262-4447 Email: cguzelli@gmail.com Contact: Charles Guzelli"

646

"Guitar Liquidators, Inc."

"P.O. Box 8798, Newport Beach, CA 92658. Tel: (949) 752-1170. Fax: (949) 752-0056. Email: info@Guitar-Liquidators.com. Contact: Alex Folken. Guitar Liquidators, Inc. disposes of musical instruments and related accessory seconds, rejects, closeouts, discontinued products, imperfects and returns. Many instruments are used for parts, luthier students, decorations or props. Minimum purchases are required and are often sold outside the music industry or off shore. An online outlet store for overstocks, discontinued or shop worn and new accessories like strings, parts, heads, reeds, sticks, etc., has been created to repair or replace missing or defective parts. "

1,731

"Hailun Distribution, LLC"

"5400 Lawrenceville Highway Suite #E-2,Lilburn, GA 30047. Tel: (770) 381-3871, Email: Aspire@HailunUSA.com, Web: www.HailunUSA.com.Manufactures five models of uprights (116, 121, H1, 125, H5, H31P) with traditional and cabriolet leg styles including new Estate model H1 ebony with mahogany trim, 116 School Piano and H31P Professional. Upright options include agraffes, coordinated silver or gold trim, and full or half lid styles. Grand piano (sizes 151, 161, 178, 198, 218, 277) styles include Traditional Spade, Cabriolet, Georgian. New Baroque model in ebony with bird’s eye maple trim. Finishes include: ebony, white, light or dark walnut, (polished and satin) and mahogany polished. Grand pianos may be ordered with factory-installed Pianodisc™ units."

654

"HALL CRYSTAL FLUTES, INC."

"17220 Sargent Road SW, Rochester, WA 98579. Tel: (360) 273-6216. Toll-free: (800) 231-2499. Fax: (360) 273-6217. Email: sales@hallflutes.com. Web: www.hallflutes.com. Contact: Jenny K. Hall.Truly unique musical instruments. Hall Crystal Flutes, Hall Crystal Piccolos, Hall Panpipes, Hall Didjeridus, Hall Guitar Slides."

655

"Halo Custom Guitars, Inc."

"21621 Stevens Creek Boulevard, Cupertino, CA95014. Tel: (408) 209-7970, Fax: (408) 873-7670, Email: waylon@haloguitars.com Contact: Waylon FordStandard and custom-designed electric guitars and bass guitars."

1,732

"HAMMOND SUZUKI USA, INC"

"733 West Annoreno Drive, Addison, IL 60101-4315.Tel (630) 543-0277. Toll-free 888-ORGAN-B3 (888-674-2623). Fax (630) 543-0279. Email hammondsuzuki@worldnet.att.net Web www.hamondorganco.com.Hammond Suzuki USA manufactures, markets, and distributes Hammond Institutional Organs, Hammond Contemporary Music Systems, Hammond Professional products, and Leslie Organ Speaker cabinets."

660

"HARLAN HARP COMPANY, THE"

"512 Morningside Drive, San Antonio, TX 78209. Tel: (210) 826-7714. Email: harlanharp@stic.net. Harlan McWillis, president.The company builds a variety of small harps without pedal, encompassing a range of 27 to 36 strings."

1,914

"Harmonica Music Publishing, Inc."

"P.O. Box 671, Hermosa Beach, CA 90254-0671. Toll-frees: wholesale(800) 333-7133; music stores (800) 748-5089. Faxes: (310) 798-0070 and (corporate) (310) 378-1770. Email: marcos@harmonicamusic.com. Web: www.harmonicamusic.com. Publisher of How to Play the Harmonica, Guitar & Keyboards Instantly series (book, video, CD-ROM and/or cassette, DVD)."

664

"HARRIS MUSICAL PRODUCTS, INC."

"49 Rose Street, Stoughton, MA 02072. Tel: (781) 341-0776. Fax: (781) 341-0778. Toll-free: (800) 559-7425 Email: info@picksbythepound.com. Web: www.harrismusical.com. Contacts: Marc Harris, Michael Harris. Manufacturer and distributor of proprietary lines of musical instruments, accessories and gifts. Brands include: U.S. Blues-guitars, amps,gig bags, straps, harmonicas; Picks by the Pound-guitar picks, general accessories; Sticks by the Pound-drumsticks, stick bags, spaghetti sticks, mallets, brushes; Narragansett-wind and sax reeds, recorders, music stands; Buckaroo-Pro Percussion-Cymbals,cymbal polish,tambourines, bongos; Famous #351-guitar strings, guitar pick packs;FeelNoFret-guitar capos, acoustic pickups, guitar accessories;Tour-Pix-coated guitar picks; Boston Creme-guitar polish; SmartParts-guitar parts, tools.Musical gifts lines now include: The Inconcert Designs Guitarlamp, Innersoul guitar pick pendants, Guitar Mousepads and Guitar Rugs. Harris is the company that introduced Wheatware Guitar picks & Drumsticks to the global music industry. Wheatware products are made from 100% surplus American wheat byproducts and are 100% biodegradable."

665

"HARRIS-TELLER, INC."

"7400 South Mason Avenue, Chicago, IL 60638. Tel: (708) 496-2100. Toll-free: (800) 252-4004. Fax: (708) 496-2130. Email: sales@harristeller.com. Full-line distributor of musical instruments, accessories, and printed music products."

666

"HART DYNAMICS, INC."

"500 Industrial Park Road #K4, Destin, FL 32541. Tel: (850) 654-1455. Toll-free: (800) 769-5335. Fax: (850) 654-8505. Email: sales@hartdynamics.com. Web: www.hartdynamics.com. Contacts: Paul Andre and Adam Beachner.Product line includes: Hart Professional and Acupad “mesh” electronic drums; Ecymbal electronic cymbals; Prodigy “mesh” electronic training drumset; Epedal, ADT, ADC, Multipad, and Hammer electronic accessories; and Hartware and Ultilite hardware and rack systems."

2,003

"HEINL, GEO. & CO., LIMITED"

"201 Church Street, Toronto, ON M5B 1Y7. Tel: (416) 363-0093. Toll-free: (800) 387-7858. Fax: (416) 363-0053F. Email: info@georgeheinl.com. Web: www.georgeheinl.com.Violin specialist, with the following product lines: Heinl, Aubert, Augustine, Beare, Board Buff, Bobelock, Boblen, Carlsson, Corelli, D’Addario, Dean Markley, Dunlop, Dvorak, Glasser, Gold Brokat, Gordge, Gotoh, Grover, Hamilton, Handorff, Hannabach, Heinrich Gill, Hidersine, Hill, Höfner, Hohner, Intellitouch, Jaeger, Jargar, Kaplan, Kolstein, Kun, Larsen, Martin Strings, Nyman Harts, Pirastro, Pops, Prim, Pyramid, Roth, Sacconi, Savarez, Schaller, Strunal, Suzuki, Thomastik, Wittner, Wolf, Wood Food, and Yamati."

1,916

"HENDRICKSON PUBLICATIONS, R.H."

"Box 5024, Borger, TX 79008-5024. Tel: (806) 857-3392.Publisher of Guitar Chords (78 lessons) and Play Guitar Chords (26 lessons). New CD release: “Again at Twilight Time” by Richard Harry Hendrickson."

675

"HERITAGE GUITAR, INC."

"225 Parsons Street, Kalamazoo, MI 49007. Tel: (269) 385-5721. Fax: (269) 385-3519. Web: www.heritageguitar.com. Jim Deurloo, Marv Lamb, J.P. Moats, and Bill Paige, principals.The four principals have more than 100 years of guitar-making experience, and most craftsmen at Heritage have at least 20 years of experience. The company specializes in hand-crafted fretted instruments."

1,917

"HMS PUBLICATIONS, INC."

"P.O. Box 524, Niantic, CT 06357. Tel and fax: (860) 739-3187. Toll-free and fax: (888) 739-3187. Email: hmspublications@earthlink.net. Web: hmspublications.com. Contact: Harvey Snitkin.Publisher of: Practicing for Young Musicians: You Are Your Own Teacher; Practice Planner: A Journal of Goals and Progress; and the Reedmakers series for oboe, bassoon, and single reeds. Practice workshops available in Connecticut, Rhode Island, Massachusetts, and lower New York."

686

"HODGE PRODUCTS, INC."

"5134 Cub Creek Road, Roseland, VA 22967. Tel: (434) 361-1945. Toll-free: (888) 685-0548. Fax: (434) 361-1200. Email: ann@hodgeproductsinc.com. Web: www.hodgeproductsinc.com. Contacts: Ann Hodge, Alan Hodge.Manufacturer of Hodge Silk Woodwind Swabs. Made from China silk. Manufacturer of Hodge woodwind reed cases designed especially for the student market."

688

"HOHNER, INC."

"Mailing address: P.O. Box 15035, Richmond, VA 23227-0435. Shipping address: 1000 Technology Park Drive, Glen Allen, VA 23059-4500. Tel: (804) 515-1900. Faxes: (804) 515-0347 [sales] or (804) 515-0840 [marketing]. Email: info@hohnerusa.com. Web: www.hohnerusa.com. The worlds largest producer of harmonicas, Hohner, Inc., was founded in 1857. Hohner is also known worldwide for manufacturing piano and diatonic accordions, melodicas, recorders, guitars, ukuleles, bluegrass instruments. musical instrument toys, musical imprinted products, and stands/accessories. Hohner, Inc., is a distributor of Hohner acoustic, electric, and bass guitars; Hohner banjos and mandolins; Lanikai ukuleles; Rockwood by Hohner guitars and drums; Sonor drums and percussion; Sonor Orff instruments; Laney amps"

689

"HOLTON, a division of Conn-Selmer, Inc."

"P.O. Box 310, Elkhart IN 46515-0310. Tel: (574) 522-1675. Fax: (574) 295-0334. Email: custserv@conn-selmer.com. Web: www.conn-selmer.com. Frank Holton was a professional trombonist with the famous Sousa band and associate of the leading musicians of the late 19th century. He was a business manager and trombone soloist; a theatre musician and entrepreneur. The legacy of Frank Holton continues to this day, over 100 years later, focusing on providing musicians with the finest tools on which to perform their craft.Holton began his company in 1896 in Chicago, after numerous engagements as a trombonist in many leading performing groups. As a former member of Sousa’s great band, and an associate and friend of trombonist Arthur Pryor and cornetist Herbert L. Clarke, Holton enjoyed wide renown. At forty year’s of age, Frank Holton created his own recipe for trombone slide oil. He soon took on the sale of used band instruments. H.A. Vander Cook (who later started the Vander Cook School of Music) stated that, “The present factory is the result of his perseverance and his making ‘one good tone at a time,’ which method he applied to overcome the obstacles as they arose before him.”Holton’s contacts and friendships made in his professional musician days served him well during these years. Many of his friends in the theatre and dance band circuits had made their way to top symphony jobs, bringing their Holton instruments to Boston, New York, Philadelphia and other highly respected orchestras. One interesting note is that the first trumpet player with the Boston Symphony, Vincent Bach, used and endorsed the Holton trumpet at that time.In 1917, Holton had completed tooling for a complete line of saxophones, in order to meet with the saxophone craze that was just beginning. His factory, though, was at capacity and needed to grow. One of his early customers and friend suggested that Holton combine his love of Wisconsin farms with his work and set up a new factory in Elkhorn, Wisconsin. The citizens of Elkhorn built him a factory of over 35,000 square feet and, while bringing in or training a workforce proved difficult, the first profits for the Wisconsin-based company showed themselves in 1920. The organization of school bands and the promise of “a playing band within twelve weeks,” brought Holton good sales results, but this growth in student instrument demand was not a good fit for the higher-priced professional instruments that Holton was producing. The company introduced lower-priced outsourced instruments under such names as Pertin and Beaufort until it could introduce its own “Collegiate” line in the early 1930’s. Mr. Holton retired at age 82 and sold his controlling shares to longtime associate, William Kull. Frank Holton died on April 16, 1942.Kull remained the CEO until his death in 1944, but the Frank Holton Company was essentially run by the sales manager, Elliott Kehl, a long-time Holton employee. Kehl found war work to keep the factory open during a time when all brass was directed to the war effort. Over the next several years, Kehl was allowed to purchase a majority share in the company as he led a program of re-engineering and improving the line of instruments. Kehl also revived work with key artists, including Phillip Farkas, first horn player of the Chicago Symphony. In 1956, the Holton Farkas model French horn was introduced to great acclaim. That same year, new tooling for saxophones brought Holton into the modern saxophone world.In 1962, the decision to sell the Frank Holton Company to the G. Leblanc Corporation was made. G. Leblanc brought its strength in woodwind instruments together with Holton brass expertise, creating a much more formidable competitor in the band instrument industry.Through the remainder of the century, Holton continued to produce student and professional brass instruments. Its work with international star Maynard Ferguson and his “Superbone” continued Frank Holton’s commitment to working with the finest artists. Development with key educators such as Chicago’s Ethel Merker keeps Holton French horn development moving even beyond what Phillip Farkas has envisioned. Efforts to help young people progress included the introduction of a child-size single horn.In 2005, the company introduced the new Holton Collegiate line of low brass instruments. Like its predecessor in the 1930’s, this high-quality, lower-priced instrument line provides the ideal combination of performance and value for school music programs.The second century of Holton continues to be written, however, the purchase of Leblanc and Holton by Steinway Musical Instruments bodes well for the company. Working with key artists, serving amateur musicians, and developing exciting new opportunities were key to Frank Holton’s vision. Now as part of Steinway Musical Instruments and its band and orchestra division, Conn-Selmer, Inc., Holton instruments continue to excite the musical mind and provide today’s musicians with the finest instruments on which to experience the joy of music."

691

"HomeBrew Electronics, Inc."

"3607 West Campobello Drive, Glendale, AZ 85308. Tel: (602) 501-0187. Toll-free: (866) 790-2950. Toll-free fax: (866) 790-2956. Email: pedals@homebrewelectronics.com. Web: www.homebrewelectronics.com. Contact: Charlie Turner.Custom hand built guitar effects pedals."

694

"HORIZON MUSIC, INC."

Refer to The RapcoHorizon Company listing in this section.

695

"HORNETS DRUMSTICKS, LCC"

"6635 North Baltimore Avenue #230, Portland, OR 97203. Tel: (917) 399-8487. Fax: (503) 283-2963. Email: info@hornetsdrumsticks.com. Web: www.hornetsdrumsticks.com. Contact: Aaron Wilhelm.The company successfully combines art with functional and ergonomic superiority in drumstick manufacturing. A contoured handle, o-rings that both reduce vibration and act as a grip, and an array of vibrant colors are the driving forces behind the innovative Hornets brand."

696

"Hosa Technology, Inc."

"6650 Caballero Blvd. Buena Park, CA 90620 Tel: (714) 522-8878 Fax: (714) 522-4540 Web: www.hosatech.com. Email: sales@hosatech.com. Headquartered in Buena Park, CA, Hosa Technology, Inc. is a supplier of analog and digital connectivity solutions to the musical-instrument and professional-audio industries."

702

"Howard Core Company, LLC"

"99 Symphony Way, Anniston, AL 36205. Tel: (256) 238-9966. Toll-free: (800) 633-2302. Fax: (256) 238-8465. Email: info@howardcore.com, Web: www.howardcore.com. Importer and wholesaler of stringed instruments, bows, cases, and all related accessories. Exclusive distributor of Johannes Köhr & August F. Köhr instruments and bows, including the popular K500 series of instruments, exclusive line of Core cases and instrument bags. Howard Core Company is also the Exclusive Distributor of Negri cases; GEWA instruments, cases, and accessories; Crown strings; S.I.R. Cellos; Royal Oak rosin & string cleaner. The company also carries instruments by Semmlinger, Karl Höfner, Toussaud Lee, and Wilfer Basses. Bows from the finest bowmakers abroad, including Knoll, Schicker, Grunke & Son, Seifert, Dörfler, Johannes Köhr, and others; cases, both domestic and imported; strings from Jargar, Pirastro, Prim, Super-Sensitive, Thomastik, Larsen, D’Addario and more!"

704

"HRtronics, LLC"

"21225 52nd Ave. S.E. Woodinville, WA 98072 U.S.A. Tel: (425) 605-8560. Fax: (425) 605-0968. Email: hvrobson@hrtronics.com. Contact: Howard Robson.Designs, manufactures and markets the Uncontained Sound line of professional guitar and bass guitar "

705

"HUGHES DULCIMER CO., INC."

"4419 West Colfax, Denver, CO 80204. Tel: (303) 572-3753. Contact: Norman Roberts.Historical reproduction stringed instruments and kits."

708

"HUMES & BERG MFG. CO., INC."

"4801 Railroad Avenue, East Chicago, IN 46312. Tel: (219) 397-1980. Toll-free: (800) 348-9737. Fax: (219) 397-4534. Email: Products@humes-berg.com. Irwin Berg, president; Mike Berg, vice president.Completing 71 years in the music industry. Manufacturer of Stonelined mutes for all brass; Fibre carrying cases; Enduro molded cases; EnduroPro molded cases; DrumSeeker padded instrument bags; Tuxedo padded instrument bags; Galaxy musical instrument bags; Colorfold orchestra stands; music room equipment; All-Steel music cabinets; E-Z Fold choir band and orchestra risers; piano benches; and Kardova wood music stands. Contract manufacturing."

717

"IBC Trading Ltd,"

"74 Unit 97, NDDO, Enterprise House, Bangor, BT19 7QT, Northern Ireland. Tel: + 44 2891 272529 Fax: + 44 2891 272606 Web: www.ibctrading.com ; info@ibctrading.comThe company specializes in guitars and employs a number of key international staff. We offer a unique set of skills, designs, technology, instruments and QC team. While many Chinese companies are trying to raise the quality of their instruments, they simply don’t understand how to get there. Our team has been used to building guitars from $1000-$50,000 retail and we bring this knowledge to our partners in China.IBC Trading are sourcing experts for OEM brands and we have a select team of consultants in China who help customers achieve effective sourcing of a wide range of musical instruments – everything from guitars, accessories, pianos, keyboards, stringed instruments, brass and woodwind etc."

721

"iGUITAR, INC (previously Brian Moore Guitars, Inc)"

"290 Main Street - Building #3, Cold Spring, New York 10516. Tel: (845) 809-5347. Fax: (845) 350-4002. Email: info@iguitar@com. Web: www.iguitar.com. Patrick G. Cummings, president. Innovative guitars featuring advanced electronics and vintage construction values. iGuitar, 13-pin technology and U.S.A. Custom Shop"

725

"IMPACT INDUSTRIES, INC."

"A Division of Wausau Canvas Co., Inc., 801 Jefferson Street, Wausau, WI 54403. Tel: (715) 842-1651. Toll-free: (800) 342-1244. Fax: (715) 848-2366. Email: info@impactind.com. Web: www.impactind.com. Robert Eriksen, president.Manufacturer of Impact drum outfits, marching percussion, molded cases, and carrying bags."

729

"INDEPENDENT AUDIO, INC."

"43 Deerfield Road, Portland, ME 04101. Tel: (207) 773-2424. Fax: (207) 773-2422. Email: info@independentaudio.com. Web: www.independent.com."

730

"INNOVATIVE MUSIC SYSTEMS, INC."

"11410 NW 56th Drive #115, Coral Springs, FL 33076. Tel: (954) 270-6172. Email: prodinfo@intelliscore.net. Web: www.intelliscore.net. Maker of intelliScore Ensemble music recognition software. Listens to prerecorded or live music (in WAV, MP3, WMA, or CD format) comprised of several different instruments, and helps create a multitrack MIDI file containing the notes played, broken down by instrument. "

731

"Innovative Percussion, Inc."

"470 Metroplex Drive #214, Nashville, TN 37211. Tel: (615) 333-9388. Toll- free: (877) 581-9074. Fax: (615) 333- 9354. Email: info@innovativepercussion.com. Web: www.innovativepercussion.com. "

734

"INTER-M AMERICAS, INC."

"13875 Artesia Blvd., Cerritos, CA 90703 . Toll-free: (866) 636-5795. Tel: 562-921-0370. Email: info@inter-m.net.Inter-M Americas is a manufacturer of a comprehensive line of commercial and professional audio products including mixer amps and sources, matrix systems, large and small mixers, digital and analog signal processing gear, amplifiers, and a number of specialty products."

739

"ISP TECHNOLOGIES, LLC"

"5479 Perry Drive, Suite B,Waterford, MI 48329. Tel: (248) 673-7790. Fax: (248) 673-7696. Email: sales@isptechnologies.com. Web: www.isptechnologies.com. Contact: Shelley Waller.State-of-the-art sound reinforcement and guitar products. "

741

"Izotope, Inc."

"One Kendall Square, Bldg. 200, Cambridge, MA 02139. Tel: (617) 577-7799, Fax: (617) 588-0471, Email: mark@izotope.com, Contact: Mark Ethier Maker of plug-ins for restoring analog feel to digital sound."

746

"JAMBARREY MUSIC PRODUCTS, LLC"

"5007 N. AVRA ROAD TUCSON 85743, AZ UNITED STATES Phone: 520-624-9437 Fax: 520-624-9437 Email: jambarrey@hughes.net "

1,820

"JANSEN, PAUL L. & SON"

"1550 Harrison Street, Oshkosh, WI 54901-3008. Tel: (920) 231-5433. Toll Free: 800-BENCHES (800-236-2437). Fax: 920-231-5450. Email: pljansen@aol.com. Web: www.pljansen.com.Manufacturer of the Piano Bench of the Artists. Fully adjustable from 18” to 22” in height. Richly upholstered in Naugahyde with diamond tufted pattern. Available in ebony, walnut, or mahogany wood finish. Choice of black or brown upholstery. Genuine leather also available.Also manufacturer of a complete line of tufted velour piano and organ bench pads. All popular sizes and colors shipped from stock. Special sizes custom-made to order. Manufacturer of a full line of piano, organ, digital, and grand piano benches.Other items from this firm are: dual trucks for moving pianos and organs; grand leg dollies; piano and organ lamps; Mackintosh covers for pianos, organs, and tone cabinets; piano dollies; moving blankets; fitted quilted piano covers; grand piano skidboards, 5’, 6’, 7’, and 9’; grand piano trucks; organ dollies; four-wheel moving dollies; truck loading ramps; piano bench pads; organ bench pads; Wittner and Franz metronomes.Also manufacturer of Protexorgan plastic pedal guards for organs; will not creep or slide. Sizes available for spinet or console organs.Other items carried in stock include: wood and plastic caster cups; wood piano chairs; sheet music cabinets, available in mahogany, walnut, or ebony finishes; replacement straps for most types of moving equipment; spinet, console, studio, and grand piano dollies. Small size upholstered top bench designed for use with digital pianos.Free catalog available upon request."

756

"JEANNÉ, INC."

"P.O. Box 49564, Blaine, MN 55449. Tel: (763) 754-6695. Toll-free tel: (800) 831-7691 (U.S. and Canada). Fax: (763) 754-6000. Email: mail@jeanne-inc.com. Contact; Valarie Anderson. Specializing in woodwind solo and chamber music publications; manufacturer of clarinet and oboe reed-making tools and accessories; manufacturer of high-quality clarinet and oboe instrument stands for maximum stability with no danger to the instrument. "

758

"JEMM COMPANY, THE"

"c/o K&J Manufacturing, P.O. Box 596, Pine, CO 80470. Tel: (303) 296-1660. Fax: (303) 292-3638. Contact: Matesh Patel.Manufacturer of: practice drum pads (The “Practa-Pal”) and Ken drum major and signal batons."

761

"jj BABBITT COMPANY, INC."

"2201 Industrial Parkway, P.O. Box 1264, Elkhart, IN 46516. Tel: (574) 293- 6514. Toll-free: (800) 262-6514. Fax: (574) 293-9465. Email: info@jjbabbitt.com. Web: www.jjbabbitt.com. William (Bill) Reglein, owner/chairman; Rocco (Rocky) Giglio, president/chief operating officer;Jim Green, VP/ Manufacturing; Linda Nielsen,cfo. jj Babbitt Company, Inc., founded in 1919 by Jesse J. Babbitt, manufactures hard rubber, sculpted plastic, metal, and gold-plated mouthpieces for saxophones and clarinets. The family-owned firm is the only company to handle hard- rubber molding and vulcanizing in- house for complete control over the quality of its finished products. Mouthpieces are designed and produced for players of all levels, from student to professional. jj Babbitt is acclaimed throughout the world for outstanding variety, quality, innovation and craftsmanship. Annually the firm produces over 300,000 mouthpieces for saxophones and clarinets in over 2,000 different variations under brand names Otto Link, Meyer, jj Babbitt, Wolfe Tayne, Guy Hawkins and Hite. The company also produces custom mouthpieces with private labeling. In 2004 jj Babbitt purchased the Premiere and J & D Hite lines, which they had previously private labeled for David Hite Inc. In 2006 new production efficiencies helped establish stronger working relationships with jj Babbitt’s worldwide distributors, generating record-breaking sales” "

762

"JJ GUITARS, INC."

"Tower Farm, Little Wolford, Warwickshire CV36 5NR, England. Tel: 011-44-7973-825-085. Fax: 011-44-1608-684-554. Email: tony@jjguitars.com. Web: www.jjguitars.com.Manufacturer of solid-body electric guitars. JJ Guitars currently represents the high point in English guitar-making."

767

"Jodavi, Inc - ZZYZX Snap Jack"

"15320 Valley View Ave - #7, La Mirada CA 90638. Tel: (562) 677- 1245, Fax (562) 404-6510. Email: info@zzyzxsnapjack.com, info@jodavi.net,. Web: www.zzyzxsnapjack.com. Vincent Lee, President. Diane Nguyen, Vice President of Sales & Marketing. Manufacturer of ZZYZX Snap Jack. The award-winning ZZYZX Snap Jack utilizes its world wide patented magnetic technology with their products. Starting with their flagship product - Snap Jack guitar cables - offers an ingenious solution to guitarist in reducing the risk of damage to their equipment, and eliminating any obnoxious popping or squeals sounds by using a precision magnetic design that allows the jack to detach from the cable only when it is subjected to excess tension. By utilizing the extra TIPS, guitarists are able to switch multiple guitars onstage effortlessly and in silence. The new products for 2008-2009 utilizing the magnetic concept are the Magnum Series, Premium Silver cables, XLR cables, Pedal Boards cables, Stereo cables, Patch cables, and Earphone cables."

1,919

"JPMC BOOKS, INC."

"29 Church Street, Burlington, VT 05401-4433. (Mailing address: P.O. Box 526, Burlington, Vermont 05402-0526.) Tel: (802) 860-7110. Toll-free (for orders): (888) 388-8883. Fax: (802) 860-7112. Email: sales@jpmcbooks.com. Web: www.jpmcbooks.com. Contact: Jane Peterer.Publisher of The Masters Series Funk, R&B, Gospel. North American distributor for Edition Melodie Zurich (Switzerland), Van Teeseling (The Netherlands), and Ancora Verlagsservice Halbig (Germany). "

786

"Jupiter Band Instruments, Inc."

"11310 Hwy. 290 West, Austin, Texas 78737 (Mailing Address: P.O. Box 90249, Austin, Texas 78709-0249) Phone: (512) 288-7400 Toll-free: (800) 283-4676 Fax: (512) 288-6445 Email: sales@jupitermusic.com Website: www.jupitermusic.com Jupiter Band Instruments, Inc. is the U.S. distributor of Jupiter woodwinds and brass, Mapex concert and marching drums, Ross mallet percussion, Majestic percussion and Altus handmade flutes. As part of the KHS family, all of the JBI, Inc. brands benefit from being part of a global company with access to an established network of suppliers and controlled manufacturing in company- owned factories ensuring consistent high quality and reliability. Incorporating some of the fastest growing brands today, KHS and Jupiter Band Instruments, Inc., offer a full line of quality instruments to school music programs and individual players. The new Quantum Marching Project, launched in January, is a collaborative effort between Jupiter, Mapex and Majestic brands to develop a family of marching instruments specifically suited to the world’s most competitive marching ensembles. The Jupiter Quantum marching brass, Mapex Quantum marching drums and Majestic Quantum field percussion were created through an ensemble approach to achieve unified voicing. Jupiter brass and woodwind instruments provide superior performance at affordable prices from student models and low brass to the XO professional series. Mapex concert and marching drums, Ross mallet and Majestic percussion offer schools and individuals a complete solution for high performance on the stage, in the studio or on the field. Award winning distribution policies and dealer-friendly programs have helped establish Jupiter Band Instruments, Inc. as one of the fastest growing suppliers in the industry. In addition to some of the most appealing programs and margins, dealers benefit from the support of a true global brand. Jupiter’s commitment to quality, assurance of value, and dedication to progress is quickly making it a recommended choice of leading school music dealers. For more information, visit www.jupitermusic.com . "

819

"K&K SOUND SYSTEMS, INC."

"P.O. Box 626, Coos Bay, OR 97420. Tel: (541) 888-3517. Toll-free: (800) 867-6863. Fax: (541) 888-4846. Email: karla@kksound.com. Web: www.kksound.com. Contact: Karla Kaudel.The product range covers: acoustic guitar and instrument transducers; upright bass pickups; amplification systems for vibraphones and marimbas; and instrument microphones."

824

"K&M Analog DesignS, LLC"

"619 Martin Avenue #6, Rohnert Park, CA 94928. Tel: (707) 584-8663. Fax: (707) 584-8661. Email: joe@two-rock.com. Contact: Joe Mloganoski."

817

"K-IV ENTERPRISES, LLC/SABRA SOM"

"59 Flaming Arrow Road, Mahwah, NJ 07430. Tel: (201) 828-9492. Fax: (201) 828-9493. Email: paksr@aol.com.Manufacturer of audio accessories."

812

"K.H.S. MUSICAL INSTRUMENT CO., LTD."

"1F, No. 48, Cheng-ho Street, Lu-Chow City, Tapei Hsien, Taiwan 247, R.O.C. Tel: 011-886-2-2282-5159. Fax: 011-886-2-2281-4038. Email: musixm@khs-musix.com. Web: www.khs-music.com. Wu H. Hsieh, president."

790

"KAHLER INTERNATIONAL, INC."

"2525 Jason Court #101, Oceanside, CA 92056. Tel: (760) 643-0000. Fax: (760) 643-0074. Email: joshvittek@kahlerusa.com. Web: www.kahlerusa.com. Kahler International, Inc., is a world leader in the manufacture of guitar and bass tremolo bridge systems. No other bridge can outperform a Kahler. Kahler offers the Professional line of tremolo systems for guitar and bass and provides retailers exclusively with the all new Hybrid bridge that is either a fixed bridge or full range tremolo at prices of $219"

795

"Kanstul Musical Instruments, Inc."

"1332 South Claudina Street, Anaheim, CA 92805. Tel: (714) 563-1000. Toll-free tel: 888-KANSTUL (888-526-7885). Fax: (714) 563-1661. Email: sales@kanstul.com. Web: www.kanstul.com. Zigmant J. Kanstul, President; James New, Plant Superintendent; Charles Hargett, Sales and Marketing. Kanstul Musical Instruments, Inc. is proudly celebrating more than 25 years in the design and production of the finest quality brass instruments. Located 1 mile east of Disneyland in Anaheim, California, our modern 32,000 square foot production facility and combination Sales & Showroom annex provide musicians of all levels the advantages of our Old World skilled craftsmen, and our state-of-the-art Computer design capabilities."

797

"KASS, LARRY, MUSIC PRODUCTS"

"P.O. Box 1608, Novato, CA 94948. Tel: (415) 897-0982. Fax: (415) 892-3220. Email: larrykass@novato.net.Manufacturer of fine quality violin chinrest in boxwood, ebony, and rosewood, as well as tailpieces, pegs, and fingerboards for violin, viola, cello, and bass."

799

"KAYLINE PROCESSING, INC."

"31 Coates Street, Trenton, NJ 08611. Tel: (609) 695-1449. Toll-free: (outside New Jersey): (800) 367-5546. Fax: (609) 989-1094. Michael Lebwohl, president; Harley Hoffman, vice president, sales/marketing. Check out our website: www.kayline.com for the newest Kayhide finish: ASC99 Black PanamaThis company has been in existence for over 35 years as a leading manufacturer of covering and lining vinyl materials. Its goals are to service the music industry with high quality, economical prices, a wide variety of vintage finishes, and immediate delivery of many stock materials."

800

"KAYSOUND IMPORTS, INC."

"5 Coton Lane, Champlain, NY 12919. Tel: (514) 633-8877. Toll-free: (800) 343-0353. Fax: (514) 633-8872. Email: mark@kaysound.com. Contact: Mark Kalisky.Distributor of: Sony, SMPro, Violet Audio, XP Sound, Hercules, SAC, Kaysound portable keyboards, ESI, Jam Session, and CME."

802

"Keeley Electronics, Inc."

"6400 Industrial Boulevard, Edmond, OK 73034. Tel: (405) 341-2025. Email: fx@rkfx.com. Contact: Robert Keeley."

804

"KELLER PRODUCTS, INC."

"41 Union Street, P.O. Box 4105, Manchester, NH 03108. Toll-free: (877) 209-9359. Fax: (603) 627-3110. Email: keller@kellerproducts.com. Web: www.kellershells.com. James J. Decknick, vice president of sales and marketing.With nearly 50 years of experience in the music industry, Keller Products is well known for providing precision-built, custom-molded plywood shells to leading high-end drum manufacturers."

1,821

"KELLY CO., THE O.S."

"318 East North Street, P.O. Box 1267, Springfield, OH 45501-1267. Tel: (937) 322-4921. Fax: (937) 322-1322. Email: tgolba@oskelly.com. Contact: Ted Golba.Manufacturer of piano plates."

1,739

"KEMBLE AND CO., LTD."

"Mount Avenue, Bletchley, Milton Keynes, MK1 1JE, England. Tel: 011-44-1908-371-771. Fax: 011-44-1908-270-448. Email: brian.kemble@gmx.yamaha.com. Web: www.kemble-pianos.co.uk.Kemble & Company (established 1911) is the largest piano manufacturer in Western Europe. It warehouses its fine British pianos in the U.S.A.; flooring is available."

807

"KEN SMITH BASSES, LTD."

"P.O. Box 199, Perkasie, PA 18944-0199. Tel: (215) 453-8887. Toll-free: (800) 347-6484. Fax: (215) 453-8084. Email: sales@kensmithbasses.com. Web: www.kensmithbasses.com. Ken Smith, president.The only company of its kind wherein all products are designed for the specific professional needs of bass and guitar players by a professional musician, Ken Smith.Product line includes: Electric bass strings Slap Masters, Rock Masters, Metal Masters, Slick Rounds, Compressors, Taper Core, Bass Burners, Double Ball Ends, five-, and six-, and seven-string pre-packaged sets; Smith Burner electric guitar strings, Crystal Classic and Crystal Bronze classical and acoustic guitar strings; and Smith Electric Basses 100 percent handmade in the U.S.A., featuring Smith Handmade Pickups for four-, five-, six-, and seven-string basses, the Smith Quick String Release (QSR) Bass Bridges, and the Smith Three-Band EQ “B.M.T.” circuit. Also, Smith Pro Formula and Classic Wax guitar polish, Smith guitar straps with sheepskin shoulder pads, Smith gig bags, and other state-of-the-art accessories.The company’s new web features a factory tour and a wood species section as well as many other interesting pages."

806

"KEN-DEL PRODUCTIONS, INC."

"1500 First State Boulevard, Wilmington, DE 19804-3596. Email: info@ken-del.com. Web: www.ken-del.com. Edwin Kennedy. purchase approval.CD, CD-ROM, DVD, VCR, and ACR duplication/replication. Also, in-house graphic design, printing, packaging, and fulfillment. Serving the corporate, education, and music communities since 1950."

1,920

"KENDOR MUSIC, INC."

"P.O. Box 278, Delevan, NY 14042. Tel: (716) 492-1254. Fax: (716) 492-5124. Email: info@kendormusic.com. Web: www.kendormusic.com. Craig Cornwall, president and sales manager.Publisher of educational music for jazz ensemble, concert band, string orchestra, textbooks, and instrumental solos and ensembles.."

2,005

"KERBY, E.C. LTD., A Division of G. Ricordi & Co. (Canada) Ltd."

"Editorial Office, c/o Counterpoint Musical Services, 2650 John Street #24, Markham, ON L3R 2W6. Tel: (905) 415-0515. Fax: (905) 415-9232. Email: counterpoint_musical@compuserve.com"

1,740

"KETRON / CMC Distributors, Inc,"

"1510 Bath Avenue Brooklyn, NY 11228 Tel (800) 554-5982 and (718) 232-6436 Fax (718) 232-6453 email Tedcmc@aol.com Web: www.ketron.com Contact: Ted Kraus Importer and U.S. Distributor of Ketron Products. “"

1,822

"KEYBOARD CORPORATION, THE"

"P.O. Box 625, Elizabethtown, KY 42702-0625. Tel: (270) 737-5797. Fax: (270) 737-6640. Dennis Robey, president; Peter Pavkovich, vice president; Mike Lange, operations manager.The nation’s largest transporter of keyboard instruments, the company operates a large fleet of trailers customized for the music business. It offers 48-state delivery consisting of: guaranteed weekly service; air-ride trailers with liftgates for ground level delivery; temperature-controlled trailers; 24-hour notification; and blanket-wrap deliveries."

1,741

"KEYBOARD CORPORATION, THE"

"809 South Park Road, Elizabethtown, KY 42701. Tel: (270) 737-5797 Fax: (270) 737-6640. Dennis Robey, president; Peter Pavkovich, vice president; Mike Lange, operations manager.The nation’s largest transporter of keyboard instruments, the company operates a large fleet of trailers customized for the music business. It offers 48-state delivery consisting of: guaranteed weekly service, air-ride trailers with liftgates for ground level delivery; temperature-controlled trailers; 24-hour notification; and blanket-wrap deliveries."

2,046

"Keyboard Teachers Association International, Inc."

"361 Pin Oak Lane, Westbury, New York 11590-1941. Tel: (480) 704-0149. Fax: (516) 997-9531. Email: ktai@nais.com. Web: www.516Web.com/Musix/ktai. Albert DeVito, Ph.D., Mus.D., president; Louis Muccigrosso, vice-president; Mrs. Elfriede Evans Richey, secretary/treasurer. Established 1963. Educational aims include teaching improvement in organ/piano/keyboard, improvement of methods and materials."

811

"Keytar, Inc."

"P.O. Box 11547, Fort Smith, AR 72917. Tel: (479) 478-8500. Email: retaylor3@msn.com. Web: www.keytarinc.com. Contact: Ralph Taylor.Manufacturer of Williams Keyboard Guitars, or Keytars, which are real analog electric guitars for keyboard players. Keyboard players can now double on the guitar, right away."

815

"KING, a division of Conn-Selmer, Inc."

"P.O. Box 310, Elkhart IN 46515-0310. Tel: (574) 522-1675. Fax: (574) 295-0334. Email: custserv@conn-selmer.com. Web: www.conn-selmer.com. The King tradition of excellence goes back to 1893, when Sunday concerts in the park were plentiful and the blare of trumpets in minstrel bands sent shivers down the spine of anyone within hearing distance. Music was appreciated in America, but to some, it was more than just a walk in the park.As a young man, Henderson N. White loved music and theater. He ran an instrument repair shop in Cleveland, Ohio, and became friends with the musicians in the city. One of the finest musicians was Thomas King, a solo trombonist with the Lyceum Theatre Orchestra. He urged White to design a new trombone and offered to help. The two men collaborated, White providing his mechanical skill, King contributing his experience as an artist. They tried their ideas, tested them over a period of months, and finally produced a trombone with a vastly improved slide action and superb tonal quality. White named it the “King” trombone, after his friend. It was an immediate success in Cleveland and soon became one of the most popular trombones in the country.White followed his trombone success by designing and patenting a new silver cornet, which also won almost instant acceptance. Then came King trumpets, French horns, baritones and double-bell euphoniums.And so the company began. It started because its young founder felt that every fine artist deserves the best possible instrument. The company’s continuing developmental work has been motivated by this same commitment ever since.During the early years, White worked at the benches along with his employees to learn the causes of imperfections in band instruments... his own included. He insisted that every flaw be corrected. He even sponsored a 12-piece band that played at the factory three times a week not only for the enjoyment of his people but also as a continuing test of his instruments. He listened critically, and many improvements resulted from these concerts and discussions with the musicians afterward.This dedication to perfection and craftsmanship built the company steadily and solidly. King instruments were introduced to the public only when they offered superior advantages. H.N. White pioneered the use of Sterling silver in making bells for cornets, trumpets and trombones. This resulted in a richer sound with more overtones and greater carrying power than conventional bells.By the time of Henderson White’s death in 1940, he had designed and developed 28 instruments, including a complete line of low brass instruments which provided the player both musical superiority and long-lasting construction. The business was carried on for the next 25 years under the direction of Mrs. Henderson White.In 1964, 12-1/2 acres of land in Eastlake, Ohio, became the site for a new plant and the reputation of King musical instruments grew, as band directors discovered the educational superiority of King instrument design. When Mrs. White retired in 1965, the company was sold to a group of investors who expressed their sincere intentions to carry on the ideals and philosophies of the White family.The expansion program continued, and it was determined that the company could attain even greater growth through an association with a larger organization. In January of 1966, the company was merged with The Seeburg Corporation, a major manufacturer in the electronic entertainment industry. At the completion of this merger, the name was changed from the H. N. White Company to King Musical Instruments and, for a short period, ownership changed once again. King is currently owned by Conn-Selmer, Inc., a division of Steinway Musical Instruments, Inc.Over the years, many famous professionals have endorsed King instruments. Tommy Dorsey used a King trombone throughout his career. His brother, Jimmy, also played King instruments. Others include “Dizzy” Gillespie, William Bell, Ray Anthony, Vaughn Monroe, Johnny “Scat” Davis, Harry James, Nat Adderley, Kai Winding, Yusef Lateef, Cannonball Adderley and Mel Davis. Today’s best musicians and finest bands insist on the quality and performance of King musical instruments. Today, King legend continues its strong voice in musical performance"

820

"KLARK-TEKNIK ELECTRONICS, INC."

"12000 Portland Avenue South, Burnsville, MN 55337. Tel: 952-736-4031. Toll-free: (800) 392-3497. Fax: 952-736-4582. Email: prosound@telex.com. Web: www.telex.com. Equalizers, compressor limiters, noise gates, digital delays, reverb, and real time analyzers."

826

"KNUCKLEHEADMUSIC, LC"

"2681 East Parleys Way #201, Salt Lake City, UT 84109-1668. Tel: (801) 466-2630. Toll-free: 866-4-STRINGS. Fax: (801) 466-8721. Email: info@knucklehead.com. Web: www.Knucklehead.com.Manufacturer/distributor of premium-crafted U.S.A. guitar and bass strings."

828

"KOLSTEIN MUSIC, INC."

"795 Foxhurst Road, Baldwin, NY 11510. Tel (516) 546-9300. Fax (516) 546-9309.. Barrie Kolstein, president. Manufacturer of the Kolstein Product line, instruments and accessories for stringed instruments. Restorer and appraiser of fine violins, violas, cellos, basses, and bows.Website: www.kolstein.com"

834

"KRATT PITCH PIPE CO., WM."

"40 Lafayette Place, Kenilworth, NJ 07033. Tel: (908) 709-8901. Fax: (908) 8908. Email: krattpitchpipe@aol.com, John McNamara, president.The Wm. Kratt Co., founded in 1918 by Wm. Kratt Sr., is a manufacturer of quality vocal and instrumental pitch pipes for vocal teaching purposes as well as for ear training of pitch The company offers the well known Master Key Chromatic Pitch Instrument, available in two models and six styles, three of which include the Note Selector, a device helpful in stage work. For the tuning of stringed and fretted instruments, pitch pipes are available in three models: Super, Synchrotone I, and Synchrotone II. All models offer pitch pipes with brass reeds for the tuning of instruments ranging from the two-string dulcimer through the Spanish guitar. Also available are pitch pipes for tuning the Bluegrass banjo and the 12-string guitar."

835

"KRAUS MUSIC PRODUCTS, INC."

"Mailing address: P.O. Box 22205, Milwaukee, OR 97269-2205. Tel: (503) 722-7977. Fax: (503) 722-8214. Edward Kraus, president.The company sells tools and supplies used for the repair of band instruments; it sells to full-time band instrument repair shops only and does not sell to guitar or drum shops or to the public."

836

"Kremona, Inc."

"1637 Halifax Way, El Dorado Hills, CA 95762. Tel: (916) 835-0743, Email: nick@kremona.com, Contact: Nikolay Iliev.Manufacturer and distributor of stringed musical instruments."

837

"KRK Systems, LLC"

"3000 SW 42nd Street, Hollywood, FL 33312. Tel: 954-316-1580. Fax: 954-316-1590. Email: salesorders@krksys.com. Web: www.krksys.com. Contact: Dave Hetrick. Designer and manufacturer of high-quality studio monitors."

846

"KWO HSIAO CO., LTD."

"10F-3, No. 136, Sec 3, Chung Hsing Road, Hsin Tien City 231, Taipei Hsien, Taiwan, R.O.C. Tel: 011-886-2-2910-6235. Fax: 011-886-2-2910-6085. Email: kwohsiao@ms19.hinet.net. Web: www.finaguitar.com.tw.Manufacturer of the Fina guitar, a fine guitar known for its excellent sound and quality."

848

"L AND L SALES CO., INC."

"P.O. Box 238, Madison, TN 37115. Tel: (615) 868-6976.Products include: George L’s pickups; strings; Cable Warehouse; Cable Checker; Speaker Cable Warehouse with pop-on speaker plugs; 10-string and 12-string steel guitar pickups; and other guitar accessories."

850

"L.A. GUITAR WORKS, INC."

"P.O. Box 4037, Valley Village, CA 91617-0037. Tel: (818) 760-9164. Fax: (818) 760-9174."

852

"LAKEY, CLAUDE"

See Claude Lakey Mouthpieces in this section.

1,923

"LARRY LITTLE COMPANY, THE"

"10120 West Flamingo Road #4-160, Las Vegas, NV 89147. Toll-free and fax: (800) 452-8273. Email: info@larrylittle.com. Web: www.larrylittle.com. Contact: Larry Little. Publisher and distributor of best selling instructional DVDs."

862

"Laskey Company, ThE"

"270 Eisenhower Lane North #8, Lombard, IL 60148. Tel: (630) 889-2188. Fax: (630) 889-2190. Email: scott@laskey.com. Web: www.laskey.com.Manufacturer of premium quality trumpet, cornet, flugelhorn, trombone, French horn, and tuba mouthpieces."

1,744

"LAUL ESTONIA PIANO FACTORY, LTD."

"7 Fillmore Drive, Stony Point, NY 10980. Tel: (845) 947-7763. Fax: (845) 947-7863. Email: LaulEstoniaPiano@aol.com. Web: www.EstoniaPiano.com.The Laul Estonia Piano Factory, a European maker of handcrafted first-tier pianos, specializes in making grand pianos. The Studio Grand 168 (5’6”), Parlour Grand 190 (6’3”), and Concert Grand 273 (9’) instruments have been praised by many concert pianists, including Oscar Peterson, Emil Gilels, Sviatoslav Richter, and Dave Brubeck."

868

"LEATHERTONE, INC."

"153 Hamlet Avenue, P.O. Box 247, Woonsocket, RI 02895. Tel: (401) 765-2450. Fax: (401) 769-8246.Manufacturer of decorative plastic sheets for drum coverings and guitar pickguards. Most styles and colors in stock."

869

"LEBLANC, a division of Conn-Selmer, Inc."

"P.O. Box 310, Elkhart IN 46515-0310. Tel: (574) 522-1675. Fax: (574) 295-0334. Email: custserv@conn-selmer.com. Web: www.conn-selmer.com. The story of Leblanc’s inception and ultimate growth is one of the most captivating and well known in the music industry-the stuff of which, as the saying goes, legends are made.Since its modest beginnings in America as a two-man shop, Leblanc grew to a position of international prominence under the leadership of its cofounders, Léon Leblanc (1900-2000) and Vito Pascucci (1922-2003). Leblanc instruments continue to be crafted in Kenosha, Wisconsin and La Couture-Boussey, France.Leblanc in America traces its origins to the founding of Ets. D. Noblet of France in 1750, when the great flourishing of instrumental music at the court of Louis XV created a demand for musical instruments of all kinds. More than any other instrument manufacturer, Noblet refined and developed early woodwind manufacturing techniques, securing for the French nation its preeminent reputation for producing the best wind instruments in the world. Based in La Couture-Boussey for two and a half centuries, it is among the oldest continuously operating companies in France.In 1904, having no heirs, the Noblet family passed its holdings to Georges Leblanc, descendant of a long line of distinguished French instrument makers. By the time he acquired Noblet, Georges Leblanc had gained a reputation as one of the finest woodwind makers in France. The workshop at the Leblanc headquarters in Paris became a meeting place of the great woodwind artists of the era. The subsequent growth and success of G. Leblanc Cie. as a manufacturing entity was largely due to the work of Léon Leblanc, who in addition to his reputation as an instrument maker and businessman, was also a gifted clarinetist, holder of the first prize of the Paris Conservatoire, the first and only instrument maker to have held such an honor.As Léon Leblanc once noted, “Musicians of today should not be handicapped by the deficiencies of those before me. Acoustical, mechanical and musical improvements will be made. To this end, I have dedicated my life.” Monsieur Leblanc served as chairman of the American company and président honoraire of the French firm until his death in 2000 at the age of 99.The history of Leblanc in Kenosha, Wisconsin, dates to the last months of World War II and a chance meeting between Léon Leblanc and Vito Pascucci.Born in Kenosha, Vito Pascucci showed a marked interest in music and played cornet in the Kenosha High School band. He became fascinated with the construction and design of musical instruments and learned their repair as a summer apprentice at the Frank Holton Company, and then, while still in high school, augmented his family’s income by operating an instrument-repair shop at his brother’s music store.In 1943, Pascucci was called into the armed forces. His instrument-repair skills were rewarded when he was assigned as a trumpeter and repairman to Army Field Bands, then to the Army Air Corps Band, led by Glenn Miller. He began with the Miller band in New Haven, Connecticut, and then traveled with them to Europe. Stationed in England, Pascucci and Miller formed plans to set up a chain of music stores after the war.Miller’s untimely death put an end to those plans, but when the band was sent to newly liberated France, Vito paid a visit to G. Leblanc Cie., and his guide that day was Léon Leblanc. After service discharge in 1946, Pascucci returned to Kenosha, where Mr. Leblanc asked him to establish a foothold for the French company in America.A shop for the purpose of disassembling, climatizing and reassembling wood instruments was set up as part of the new firm. After shipment to America by sea (and later by air), the wood was allowed to stabilize under the new atmospheric conditions, and the instruments were restored to original factory specifications, reassembled, adjusted and thoroughly tested.In the 1950s, due to an ever-growing school market, demand for Leblanc instruments in the United States was far greater than the French concern could meet, so Leblanc began producing plastic-bodied clarinets in Kenosha.The Vito line of musical instruments was thus born, thrusting Leblanc to the forefront of the student clarinet market. In 1951, construction of Leblanc’s Kenosha factory was completed, a plant that to this day provides a model for the industry in its modern equipment, efficient operation and attractive appearance. Ever-increasing production called for the factory’s subsequent expansion in 1953, 1960 and 1966 and 1999.In April 1989, Leblanc USA acquired majority interest in the esteemed French firm and assumed responsibility for its management. In 2004, Leblanc was acquired by Conn-Selmer, Inc. a division of Steinway Musical Instruments (NYSE:LVB). Today, Leblanc clarinets are achieving even greater prominence through its new Leblanc by Backun professional instruments. The association of Leblanc and famed instrument designer, Morrie Backun has provided for a superior combination of acoustical and mechanical expertise rarely found in the music industry. Artist like Ricardo Morales, Eddie Daniels, Julian Bliss and host of others continue to perfect their performances with instrument from Leblanc."

870

"Lectrosonics, Inc."

"P.O. Box 15900, Rio Rancho, NM 87124. Tel: (505) 892-4501, Fax: (505) 892-6243, Email: kathy@lectrosonics.com, Contact: Kathy BacaProfessional audio systems."

873

"Lee, W.H., & Company, Inc."

"410 South Michigan Avenue Annex, Chicago, IL 60605. Tel: (312) 786-0459. Fax: (312) 786-9615. William Harris Lee III, president. W. H. Lee & Company is the largest maker of fine hand-crafted orchestral string instruments in the United States."

876

"LEGERE REEDS, LTD"

"39 Weatherup Crescent, Barrie , ON, Canada L4N 7J6. Tel: (705) 735-1559. Fax: (705) 735-4097. Email: info@legere.com. Web: www.legere.com. Contact: Peter Randall. Légère Reeds makes a full line of premium synthetic reeds for clarinets and saxophones. Légère reeds are used by professional musicians for teaching, recitals, and recording but are also perfect for students, providing instant response and a rich, powerful sound. Sample packages are available for new retailers and distributors."

878

"LESHER, MARLIN, REED CO., INC."

"P.O. Box 1004, Port Townsend, WA 98368. Toll-free: (800) 272-1948. Toll-free fax: (888) 591-5827. Email: reed@cablespeed.com.The company makes double reeds using the most advanced manufacturing technique with machines designed specifically for making the oboe and bassoon reeds."

881

"Lightronics, Inc."

"509 Central Drive, VA Beach, VA 23454. Tel: (757) 486-3588. Toll-free tel: (800) 472-8541. Fax: (757) 486 3391. Email: gary002@lightronics.com. Web: www.lightronics.com. Gary Hardy, National Sales Manager. Lightronics manufactures quality lighting control systems for entertainment and commercial applications. All registered products are covered by a five-year warranty. "

882

"LightWave Systems, Inc."

"6387-A Rose Lane, Carpinteria, CA 93013 U.S.A. Tel (805) 684-3216. Fax (805) 684-6696. Email willcox@lightwave-systems.com. Contact Christopher Willcox. Sales: 800.549.6600 / sales@lightwave-systems.com "

884

"LINE 6, INC."

"26580 Agoura Road, Calabasas, CA 91302-1921. Tel: (818) 575-3600. Fax: (818) 575-3601. Web: www.line6.com.Incorporated in 1996, Line 6 is a music gear manufacturer dedicated to developing music products to inspire creativity both on the stage and in the studio."

885

"LINTON, J.M., MUSICAL INSTRUMENTS"

"1013 Alma Street, Elkhart, IN 46514. Tel: (574) 264-6045. Toll-free tel: (800) 745-6045. Fax: (574) 266-7658. Email: info@lintonwoodwinds.com. Web: www.LintonWoodwinds.com. Jack M. Linton, president.Jack Linton is a hands-on oboe and bassoon maker, rarely seated at his executive desk, more often working at a bench participating in the meticulous progress of a fine new oboe or bassoon. Woodwinds undergo thorough inspection prior to shipment. Oboes and bassoons for the student, the advanced student, and the professional, as well as custom applications, are produced in the Elkhart plant under the supervision of Jack M. Linton. All J.M. Linton instruments are fully warranted for five years.The firm also maintains a complete woodwind service department, and in its accessory line it can supply replacement parts for any age Linton oboe, as well as Linton Model 5K bassoon bocals and bassoon parts.J.M. Linton woodwinds are distributed worldwide and are available throughout the United States at retail music stores."

889

"LM PRODUCTS, INC"

"1325 Meridian Street, Anderson, IN 46016. Tel: (765) 643-3802. Toll-free: (800) 876-7651. Fax: (765) 641-1205. Email: info@lmproducts.com. Web: www.lmproducts.com. Contacts: L.J. Mechem, Pres., Troy Parker, V.P. Production, Jeff Messersmith, Controller. Since 1979 the company has been creating quality guitar straps, band instrument accessories, and banjo, mandolin, and percussion accessories for the music industry. LM Products is also the exclusive source for Standtastic keyboard stands, the most versatile sturdy keyboard stands made.The company is the manufacturer of unique products such as: Ralph Marlin Guitar Straps, the line of exciting photo-quality-looking straps from the Ralph Marlin designer tie company; Surelock Straps, the patented locking guitar strap system; Alexis Straps for Girls, the first and most diverse lineup of straps designed by girls for girls. LM is the manufacturer of the Eyeland Luxury straps as well as Ultra Series, the high-end leather and suede straps featuring garment leather padding and top-of-the-line bridle leather; PS Sliders, the unique, easy-to-adjust straps with the vivid design patterns.LM is the manufacturer and distributor of Slider Ergonomic Straps for guitars. "

890

"LoDUCA BROS., INC."

"5665 South Westridge Drive, New Berlin, WI 53151. Tel: (262) 754-9850. Fax: (262) 754-0318. Email: info@loducabros.com. Web: loducabros.com. Jim LoDuca, president, Mickey LoDuca, national sales manager, Andy LoDuca, marketing vice president."

903

"LYNX STUDIO TECHNOLOGY, INC."

"190 McCormick Avenue, Costa Mesa, CA 92626. Tel: (714) 545-4700, Fax: (714) 545-4777, Email: sales@lynxstudio.com., Web: www.lynxstudio.com. Lynx TWO, L22, AES16 digital interface PCI cards, and Aurora A/D D/A converters."

904

"LYON & HEALY, U.S.A."

"168 North Ogden Avenue, Chicago, IL 60607. Tel: (312) 786-1881. Toll-free: (800) 621-3881. Fax: (312) 226-1502. Web: www.lyonhealy.com and www.harp.com.Manufacturer of Lyon & Healy harps."

1,000

"M&M MERCHANDISERS, INC."

"1923 Bomar Avenue, Fort Worth, TX 76103. Tel: (817) 339-1400. Toll-free: (800) 299-9035. Fax: (817) 339-1426. Toll-free fax: (800) 687-0203. Martin Stenzler, president and CEO; Chuck Franklin, COO.In its 32nd year of operation, M&M Merchandisers provides a wide variety of guitars, amplifiers, banjos, mandolins, percussion products, microphones, band instruments, accessories, and total customer satisfaction. The company’s motto is “M&M Merchandisers will exceed your expectations.”"

951

"M-AUDIO, A part of Avid Technology, Inc."

"5795 Martin Road, Irwindale, CA 91706. Tel: (626) 633-9050. Toll-free: (800) 969-6434. Fax: (626) 633-9060. Tech support: (626) 633-9055. Email: info@m-audio.com. Web: www.m-audio.com. Leading provider of innovative tools for today’s computer musicians and audio professionals. Products include: PCI-, FireWire- and USB-based audio interfaces; USB/MIDI keyboard controllers and digital pianos; microphones, preamps and reference monitors; and DJ tools."

906

"MACKIE DESIGNS, INC."

"16220 Wood-Red Road NE, Woodinville, Washington 98072-9061. Tel: (425) 487-4333. Toll-free: (800) 258-6883. Fax: (425) 487-4337. Web: www.mackie.com."

907

"Madadot, LLC"

"1411 Genesee St., Rear Bldg. Utica, NY 13501 U.S.A. Tel: (315) 533-1389. Email: todd@stickflip.com. Contact: Todd Heselton."

1,926

"MAGNAMUSIC DISTRIBUTORS, INC."

"74 Amenia Union Road, Sharon, CT 06069-0338. Toll-Free: (888) 665-2721. Fax: (860) 364-5168. Email: magnamusic@magnamusic.com. Web: www.magnamusic.com. Madeline Hunter, Tim Hunter."

913

"MAIN STRAP CONNECTION, THE, INC."

"3440 Dandolo Circle, Cape Coral FL 33909, Tel: 239-471-0451, Toll Free:800-458-3044, email: Thestrap@msm.com, mainstrap.com. Manufacturer of a wide variety of guitar straps, saxophone straps, mandolin straps, and banjo straps. The company offers a dealer strap insurance policy. Call or fax for a free catalog.."

916

"MAKEMUSIC, INC."

"7615 Golden Triangle Drive, Eden Prairie, MN 55344-3848. Tel: (952) 937-9611. Toll-free: (800) 843-2066. Fax: (952) 937-9760. Web: www.makemusic.com.Music software. Music notation product lines include Finale music notation; Allegro; PrintMusic; SongWriter; and NotePad. Rehearsal software includes SmartMusic."

920

"MAN-HOW, INC."

"1150 Southard Street, Trenton, NJ 08638. Tel: (609) 392-4895. Fax: (609) 392-0194. Marching band accessories and equipment."

918

"MANDOLIN BROTHERS, LTD."

"629 Forest Avenue, Staten Island, NY 10310. Tels: (718) 981-3226 or (718) 981-8585. Fax: (718) 816-4416. Web: www.mandoweb.com. Email: mandolin@mandoweb.com. Contact: Stanley M. Jay.The company provides free evaluation by tel, email, and fax, as well as buys, sells, consigns, and trades fine acoustic and electric guitars, banjos, and mandolins."

921

"MANIAC MUSIC, INC."

"3937 Cranbrook Drive, Indianapolis, IN 46240. Tel: (317) 340-1161. Email: info@sustainiac.com. Web: www.sustainiac.com. Alan Hoover, president.Product line: Sustainiac (produces infinite sustain and harmonic fade-in of notes on electric guitar)."

922

"Manley Laboratories, InC."

"13880 Magnolia Avenue, Chino, CA 91710. Tel: (909) 627-4256. Fax: (909) 628-2482. Email: emanley@manleylabs.com. Web: www.manleylabs.com. Contact: EveAnna Manley., president."

1,823

"MAPES PIANO STRING CO., THE"

"#1 Wire Mill Road, Elizabethton, TN 37643. Tel: (423) 543-3195. Fax: (423) 543-7738. J.H. Schaff, treasurer; W.L. Schaff, president; R.L. Schaff, executive vice-president/sales; Randall Hutchins, plant eng.; Elmer Rehart, vice president, operations; Frank L. Schaff, executive vice-president/research and development; Regina S. Harris, secretary; Stephanie Schaff, assistant vice-president/finance; Mark Schaff, production coordinator; Lawrence Pierce, piano repair supervisor.For over 90 years the Mapes Piano String Company has been a leader in the production of quality piano wire and musical strings.Founded in 1912 in New York City, Mapes started its wire production operations in the mountains of east Tennessee in 1951. The remainder of its operations were moved to the Tennessee site over the next 20 years. The move was complete by 1972.From its Tennessee complex, Mapes buys its own steel wire rod, from which it draws wire for the spring, automotive, piano, defense, and toy industries. In addition to piano wire, Mapes draws music spring wire, both tin-coated and cd-zn coated, type 430 stainless, type 302 stainless steel, 52100 bearing steel, high-carbon flat wire, and copper.In addition, Mapes is one of the country’s oldest manufacturers of musical strings for use on pianos, guitars, banjos, and mandolins."

925

"MAPES PIANO STRING CO., THE"

"#1 Wire Mill Road, Elizabethton, TN 37643. Tel: (423) 543-3195. Fax: (423) 543-7738. J.H. Schaff, treasurer; W.L. Schaff, president; R.L. Schaff, executive vice president/sales; Randall Hutchins, plant engineer; Elmer Rehart, vice president, operations; Frank L. Schaff, executive vice president/research and development; Regina S. Harris, secretary; Stephanie Schaff, assistant vice president/finance; Mark Schaff, production coordinator; Lawrence Pierce, piano repair supervisor.For over 90 years the Mapes Piano String Company has been a leader in the production of quality piano wire and musical strings.Founded in 1912 in New York City, Mapes started its wire production operations in operations in the mountains of east Tennessee in 1951. The remainder of its operations were moved to the Tennessee site over the next 20 years. The move was complete by 1972.From its Tennessee complex, Mapes buys its own steel wire rod, from which it draws wire for the spring, automotive, piano, defense, and toy industries. In addition to piano wire, Mapes draws music spring wire, both tin-coated and cd-zn coated, type 430 stainless, type 302 stainless steel, 52100 bearing steel, high-carbon flat wire, and copper.In addition, Mapes is one of the country’s oldest manufacturers of musical strings for use on pianos, guitars, banjos, and mandolins."

926

"MAPEX U.S.A., INC."

"118 Wheeler Street, P.O. Box 1360, LaVergne, TN 37086-1360. Tel: (615) 793-2050. Toll-free tel (dealers only): (888) 627-3987. Fax: (615) 793-2070. Email: mapex@mapexdrums.com. Web: www.usa.mapexdrums.com"

928

"Marc Ingber, Inc."

"11725 Gainsborough Road. Potomac, MD 20854. Tel: (301) 765-7788. Fax: (301) 765-7790. Email: marc@marcingber.com. Marc Ingber, principal. This firm represents manufacturers of quality products who sell primarily through established distributors in the U.S. and Canada. It has a proven record of success in retail, distribution, and as a factory representative. Marc Ingber was the founder and CEO of M&A Sales of Rockville, Maryland; he sold that company in 2003. As a manufacturer’s representative, the company works for both large and small entities. Its experience has given it the know-how to help suppliers and customers in areas such as marketing, pricing, packaging, and the launching of new products. Companies represented include: Mollard Conducting Batons; ProCo Sound cables and RAT pedals; Shubb Capos; Mighty Moe AmpStraps; Corriciadan slides; RoboKey Drum Tools and Snake Guitar Stringwinders; Lute Hole feedback reducers; Extreme Isolation Headphones; Boomwhacker percussion tubes; E-Pad practice pads; ; Mighty Grip Drummers gloves and stick powder; FingerStix; Chopsaver lip balm; Giglight music stand lights; the Chromatic Watch Company."

930

"MARCINKIEWICZ CO., INC."

"593 SE First Avenue, Canby, OR 97013. Tel: (503) 263-2456. Fax: (503) 263-2484. Email: info@marcinkiewicz.com.Manufacturer of precision brasswind mouthpieces and artist-quality trumpets and cornets."

935

"Marlo Plastic Products, Inc."

"289 Highway 33, Manalapan, NJ 07726. Tel: (732) 792-1988, Fax: 732-792-1996, Email: Becky@marloplastics.com, Contact: Becky Livingston Manufacturer of choral folders."

936

"Marshall Amplification c/o Korg U.S.A., Inc.,"

"316 South Service Road, Melville, NY 11747. Tel: (631) 390-6500. Fax: (631) 390-6501. Web: www.marshallamps.com. Joe Castronovo, president; Mitch Colby, executive vice president and CMO. Marshall products are exclusively distributed in the United States by Korg U.S.A., Inc. Product range includes JVM series, Vintage Modern, AVT2000 series, MGIII series, Mode Four family, Hand Wired series, Acoustic Soloist series, Bass Amp range,classic reissues, mini amps, Artist signature series and accessories"

939

"MARTIN, a division of Conn-Selmer, Inc."

"P.O. Box 310, Elkhart IN 46515-0310. Tel: (574) 522-1675. Fax: (574) 295-0334. Email: custserv@conn-selmer.com. Web: www.conn-selmer.com. The original Martin band instrument plant was established in Chicago prior to 1871 and could have become America’s oldest band instrument company, had it not been for one of the many fires that claimed much of the city at that time. In 1876, after a fire completely wiped out Henry Martin’s business, it is said that he walked the entire distance to Elkhart, Indiana, where he joined an instrument company just being formed by C.G. Conn as its sixth employee. Henry retired from C.G. Conn in 1902 and died in 1920. However, in 1907, Henry Martin’s five sons, who had learned the art of building instruments from their father, established the new Martin Band Instrument Company. Martin instruments were truly a cottage industry, with each brother building instruments in their homes during the early years. It wasn’t until 1910 when the Martin factory opened its doors in Elkhart. Through the years, Martin built a reputation for outstanding quality wherever its instruments were sold. In 1928 Martin acquired The Indiana Band Instrument Company, giving Martin a lower priced student line for this growing market.One of the most famous Martin instruments, the Martin Committee trumpet, earned its name by being designed by a committee of trumpet experts in the 1930’s. It dominated the jazz trumpet market from the late 1940s. Committee trumpets were played by Miles Davis throughout his career, as well as Chet Baker, Dizzy Gillespie, Maynard Ferguson, and Al Hirt. In 1962 Martin was acquired by Richards Music Corporation. RMC was absorbed by Wurlitzer Corporation in 1965. Production at the Elkhart plant ceased in 1968. The brand was later sold to the G. Leblanc company and manufacturing moved to Kenosha, Wisconsin in 1971. It was during this time that renowned trombonist Urbie Green worked with Leblanc engineers to create the Martin Urbie Green trombone.With the sale of Leblanc to Conn-Selmer, Inc. in 2004, Martin instruments have joined the growing number of legendary brands under the Conn-Selmer banner. Martin now enters its second century with a renewed commitment to provide the highest level of professional craftsmanship to these classic instruments."

942

"MARTINSOUND, INC."

"1151 West Valley Boulevard, Alhambra, CA 91803-2493. Tel: (626) 281-3555. Toll-free: (800) 582-3555. Fax: (662) 284-3092. Email: info@martinsound.com. Web: www.martinsound.com. Manufacturer of: Martech MSS-10 microphone preamplifiers; MAX monitoring and recording products; and Flying Faders console automation."

947

"MasterWriter, Inc."

"740 State Street #203, Santa Barbara, CA 93101. Tel: (805) 892-2656. Toll-free: (866) 892-8844. Fax: (805) 892-2696. Email: barry@masterwriter.com. Contact: Barry DeVorzon."

952

"MAVEN PEAL INSTRUMENTS, INC."

"P.O. Box 71, Strafford, VT 05072. Tel: (802) 765-4607. Email: dave@mavenpeal.com. Web: www.mavenpeal.com.Exclusive manufacturer of Zeeta, the world’s only amplifier with the patented Maven Peal Sag Circuit."

953

"MAXTONE MUSICAL INSTRUMENT MFG. CO., LTD."

"3F, #400 TAICHUNG-KANG ROAD SEC.1 TAICHUNG 403, TAIWAN R.O.C. TEL:886-4-2313-0174 FAX:886-4-2313-2493 E-mail: maxtone@ms7.hinet.net Web Site: http://www.maxtone.com.twManufacturer of a full line of standard drum outfits, hardware, bongos, and congas for more than 32 years."

2,013

"MAYFAIR MUSIC PUBLICATIONS, INC."

"2600 John Street #203, Markham, ON L3R 3W3. Tel: (905) 475-1848. Toll-free: (800) 387-9670. Fax: (905) 474-9870. Email: sales@mayfairmusic.com. Web: www.mayfairmusic.com. John Loweth, president; Steven Loweth, vice president; Lucie Stubbington and Carol Simpanen, sales reps.Publisher of The Leila Fletcher Piano Course; Frank Mills Hooked on... Series; and Regal Sheet Music. The company specializes in custom printing on manuscript paper, Staff/Dictation books, and the best-selling Best Guitar Case Chord Book, as well as notepads and greeting cards. Mayfair has a wide range of unique music-themed giftware, most designed exclusively for the company, such as pens, pencils, rulers, pencil sharpeners, lapel pins, jewelry, ties, scarves, slippers, socks, schoolbook bags, and so much more. Call the company to receive an email of the Colour Gift Catalogue."

1,747

"MEDELI ELECTRONICS, LTD."

"20/F, Cheung Lee Ind. Bldg., 9 Cheung Lee Street, Chai Wan, Hong Kong. Tel: 011-852-2898-8831. Fax: 011-852-2558-2639. Email: sales@medeli.com.hk. Web: www.medeli.com.hk. Contact: James Cheng.Manufacturer of digital pianos."

960

"MEDELI ELECTRONICS, LTD."

1,930

"Mel Bay Publications, Inc. "

"#4 Industrial Drive, Pacific, MO 63069. Tel: (636) 257-3970. Toll-free: (800) 8-MEL-BAY ((800) 863-5229). Fax: (636) 257-5062. Email: email@melbay.com. Web: www.melbay.com. Established in 1947, Mel Bay Publications produces and distributes a wide variety of instructional books, DVDs, CDs, and accessories worldwide. Covering almost every conceivable style of guitar playing as well as most other instruments such as mandolin, banjo, ukulele, dulcimer, harmonica, fiddle, & percussion; Mel Bay has instructional material for the most diverse and selective musicians."

969

"Merlin 5 Products, Inc."

"2572 East Fender #B, Fullerton, CA 92831. Tel: (714) 879-7508. Fax: (714) 879-0951. Contact: William Gerien."

975

"MEYER SOUND LABORATORIES, INC."

"2832 San Pablo Avenue, Berkeley, CA 94702. Tel: (510) 486-1166. Email: info@meyersound.com. Web: www.meyersound.com. Designer and manufacturer of high-quality sound reinforcement loudspeakers, studio monitors, equalizers, and sound measurement tools for the professional audio industry."

995

"Mi-Si Electronics Design, Inc."

"52 Aberdeen Street, Newton, MA 02461. Tel: (617) 795-2146. Fax: (617) 795-2146. Email: sioffe@mi-si.com. Web: www.mi-si.com. Contact: Simona Ioffe.Mi-Si Electronics Design, Inc. offers a line of innovative products based on proprietary battery-free technology for various acoustical instruments. Products manufactured in USA."

976

"MiBAC MUSIC SOFTWARE, INC."

"P.O. Box 468, Northfield, Minnesota 55057. Tel: (507) 645-5851. Toll-free tel: (800) 645-3945. Fax: (507) 645-2377. Email: info@mibac.com. Website: www.mibac.com. Contact: Helen or John Ellinger. MiBAC produces interactive music education software for Windows and Macintosh: comprehensive music theory and ear training programs MUSIC LESSONS I Fundamentals and MUSIC LESSONS II Chords and Harmony; and MiBAC JAZZ accompaniment software. Single copies, lab packs, and site licenses are available."

978

"MICKELSON MUSIC ENTERPRISES, INC."

"P.O. Box 182, Milan, IL 61264. Tel: (309) 787-6997. Email: mickelson@revealed.net. Neil Mickelson, president. This company specializes in the high-quality repair of woodwind and brass instruments. Dealers may request a Dealer Information Packet."

981

"Microsonic, Inc."

"2960 Duss Avenue, Ambridge, PA 15003. Tel (877) 376-7139, Fax 724-266-9482. , Email jlybarger@microsonic-inc.com, Contact Janis Lybarger A full-service earmold laboratory."

982

"MID-EAST MFG., INC."

"7694 Progress Circle, West Melbourne, FL 32904. Tel: (321) 724-1477. Fax: (321) 952-1080. Web: www.mid-east.com."

985

"MIDWEST CLINIC, THE"

"828 Davis Street #100, Evanston, IL 60201-4423. Tel: (847) 424-4163. Fax: (847) 424-5185. Email: info@midwestclinic.org. Web: www.midwestclinic.org.Annual instrumental music education conference. Held in Chicago, this event draws people from all 50 states and from as many as 30 nations."

987

"MIDWEST MUSIC DISTRIBUTORS, INC."

"7135 Shady Oak Road, Eden Prairie, MN 55344. Tel: (952) 925-1928. Toll-free: (800) 332-9872. Fax: (952) 925-2541. Email: sales@mmdicompanies.com. Web: www.midwestmusic.biz.Wholesale distributor of musical instruments and accessories. Instrument include E.M. Winston, Eleca, and Flinthill. Representing over 250 manufacturers of fretted, percussion, and band/orchestra products. The company also publishes a full-line catalog."

988

"Mighty Bright/Gold Crest, LLC"

"650 Ward Drive, Santa Barbara, CA 93111. Tel: (805) 683-9000. Toll-free: (800) 922-3233. Fax: (805) 683-7661. Toll-free fax: (800) 877-8782. Email: sales@mightybright.com. Web: www.mightybright.com. Keith Severson, VP of sales and marketing.Since 1985, Mighty Bright has been on the vanguard of personal lighting for the Music Business. Millions of Mighty Bright portable clip-on lights have been sold throughout the world, filling the need for proper lighting for musicians of every type and ability. From the beginning, the mission has always been clear: to be a singularly focused “Light & Sight” company dedicated to the music industry.All Mighty Bright® lights clip onto music stands or can sit on mixers, soundboards, or DJ equipment. You can even use them as a flashlight backstage. Ideal for pianos, schools, nightclubs––great for gigs or practice sessions––they’re a must for every musician and music "

989

"MIGHTY MITE, a division of Westheimer Corp."

"3451 West Commercial Avenue, Northbrook, IL 60062. Tel: (847) 498-6483. Fax: (847) 498-5370. Email: mitesales@mightymite.com. Web: www.mightymite.com.Complete line of professional and original replacement parts for electric and acoustic guitars and basses. Featuring a complete line of U.S. retro fit parts, pickups, bodies, and necks."

992

"MIKLAS WHOLESALE MUSIC, INC., WALT"

"P.O. Box 26, Fanwood, NJ 07023. Tel: (908) 753-5330 Fax: (908) 757-8384. Walter J. Miklas Jr., president; Walter J. Miklas, sales representative.Van jobber, wholesaler, manufacturers’ representative, and importer of musical instruments and supplies. The company carries a large selection of domestic and imported folk, classical, and electric guitars; sound systems and microphones; drum sets; guitar cases; fibre drum cases; guitar strings and accessories; and miscellaneous musical supplies.Among the many well known name products distributed by Miklas are: Atlas stands and booms; Ace straps; TKL products; French American Reed; Duracell batteries; manuscript books; Camber cymbals; Eleca products; Dinosaur amplifiers; guitar packages; Mighty Bright lights; Gill recorders; Al Cass oil; Dunlop products; Kratt pitch pipes; Avanti cymbals; Blue Juice; Hamilton stands; Qwik Tune products; Mel Bay publications; Pro-Mark, Regal-Tip, and Mainline drumsticks; J.Z. Music band instruments; D’Carlo string instruments; custom guitar cases; Kyser Musical products; Shubb capos; Super Star products; Werco tambourines; WJM stands; WJM percussion; WJM cables and accessories; Pocket Tones; Trophy Music products; Supreme drums; Pignose and Gorilla amplifiers; and many other well known lines too numerous to list.The company’s unique van system offers the ultimate in service to dealers in New Jersey, Pennsylvania, Connecticut, New York, Rhode Island, Delaware, and Maryland."

1,931

"MITCHELL PUBLICATIONS, BOB c/o Robha Methods"

"2300 Essex Road, Minnetonka, MN 55305. Tel: (952) 545-8103. Email: mvpbrazil@aol.com. A series of Easy Chordal Methods for harmonica and guitar, under the title of Instant Fun Series. "

997

"MIYAZAWA FLUTES, LTD."

"1214 5th Street, Coralville, IA 52241. Tel: (319) 341-0042. Toll-free: (800) 967-6733. Fax: (319) 351-0479. Email: info@miyazawa.com. Web: www.miyazawa.com. Exquisite handmade professional flutes with many options available for customization. Exclusive Brögger System mechanism. Miyazawa combines the best of traditional flute making techniques with advanced state-of-the-art technology, ensuring the highest quality mechanism and sound."

1,001

"MMB MUSIC, INC."

"3526 Washington Avenue, St. Louis, MO 63103. Tel: (314) 531-9635. Fax: (314) 531-8384. Toll-free fax (for orders): (800) 543-3771. Email: info@mmbmusic.com. Web: www.mmbmusic.com. Norman A. Goldberg, chairman; Marcia Lee Goldberg, president.Sole U.S. distributor for Studio 49 Orff instruments; U.S. agent for Mountain-Rythym handcrafted percussion instruments; publisher of contemporary classical concert music"

1,933

"MMB MUSIC, INC."

"3526 Washington Avenue, St. Louis, MO 63103. Tel: (314) 531-9635. Toll-free: (800) 543-3771. Fax: (314) 531-8384. Email: info@mmbmusic.com. Web: www.mmbmusic.com. Norman A. Goldberg, chairman; Marcia Lee Goldberg, president.Sole U.S. agent: Studio 49 Orff instruments. Publisher/distributor of concert music for orchestra, opera, concert band, and chamber ensemble by the finest American composers of our time."

1,002

"MMS, INC."

"P.O. Box 3685, Brentwood, TN 37024. Tel: (615) 331- 3002. Fax: (615) 331-0339. Email: info@mmsinc.us. Contact: George Mantoan. Independent export representative/consultant specializing in music/pro audio product lines. "

1,014

"MOORADIAN COVER COMPANY, INC."

"65 Sprague Street, Boston, MA 02136. Tel: (617) 492-8930. Toll-free: (800) 999-8930. Fax: (617) 787-7786. Email: info@mooradian.com. Web: www.mooradian.com. Contacts: Ron Mooradian, Peter Hoffman.Manufacturer of bags and covers for all guitars, basses, keyboards, and all classical string instruments."

1,016

"MORLEY/SOUND ENHANCEMENT PRODUCTS, INC."

"185 Detroit Street, Cary, IL 60013. Tel: (847) 639-4646. Toll-free: (800) 284-5172. Fax: (847) 639-4723. Email: info@morleypedals.com. Web: www.morleypedals.com. Contacts: Bill Wenzloff (ext. 12) or Debbie Stewart (ext. 31).Morley is a leading maker of pedals and foot switchesrfs"

1,018

"MOSES, INC."

"P.O. Box 10028, Eugene, OR 97440. Tel: (541) 484-6068. Fax: (541) 684-8579. Email: orders@mosesgraphite.com. Web: www.mosesgraphite.com. Contact: Stephen B. Mosher.Graphite products for all stringed musical instruments; guitar and bass necks for major brands and custom applications."

1,935

"MOZART EFFECT RESOURCE CENTER, a department of MMB Music"

"3526 Washington Avenue, St. Louis, MO 63103. Tel: (314) 531-9635. Toll-free: (800) 721-2177. Fax: (314) 531-8384. Email: info@mmbmusic.com. Web: www.mozarteffect.com.Order online."

1,022

"mPATHX, LLC"

"209 East William Street #535, Wichita, KS 67202. Tel: (316) 262-8788. Fax: (316) 262-8799. Email: tnightingale@mpathx.com. Web: www.mpathx.com. Contact: Thomas Nightingale.Product line includes the mPATHX SmartRack. After 900 in-depth industry-wide interviews, the company has now introduced a SmartRack for every application. New features include: Pro-Audio 2,400 watts; front-panel DC, AC, and USB; sequence all DC and AC receptacles; and full accessory line. SmartRack kills the heat, weight, noise, and cost of wall-warts while delivering power and data at peak efficiency over one cable."

1,031

"Muse Research, Inc."

"970 O’Brien Drive, Menlo Park, CA 94025. Tel: 650-326-5400, Fax: 659-326-5401, Email: chris@museresearch.com, ,Contact: Chris Halaby Maker of The Receptor, a unique and versatile musical instrument that turns software-based synthesizers and processors into real musical instruments."

1,943

"MUSI*KEY, a division of Chesbro Music Co."

"P.O. Box 2009, Idaho Falls, Idaho 83403-2009. Telephone: (208) 522-8691. Toll-free: (800) 243-7276. Fax: (280) 522-8712. Email: musikey@chesbromusic.com. Musi*key, the print music industry bible is the ultimate reference guide. With 500,000 titles and a selection of over 300 publishers, Musi*Key brings even the most obscure songs to your fingertips in seconds. Musi*key now has 3 ways to find that song: by book, by CD or by Phone."

1,875

"MUSIC AGENCY, INC."

"P.O. Box 868, Arlington, TX 76004-0868. Tel: (817) 557-0031. Toll free: (800) 421-1283. Fax: (817) 557-0135. Email: musicagency@comcast.net. Web: www.musicagencyinc.com. Contact: Kathy LeBlanc.Music Agency offers All Risk* worldwide insurance coverage on musical instruments. Music dealers can protect their rented/leased inventory of instruments. Premiums are very affordable and can be included with the rental/lease payments. Coverage includes theft and accidental damage such as being dropped, sat on, run over. Great for band camps and band trips. Low deductible. (*Subject to policy limitations and exclusions.)This company offers insurance to music dealers for lease/purchase and rental, protecting the rental investment. Policies provide all risk insurance, including fire, theft, vandalism, and accidental damage. Very inexpensive monthly payment plan. Premiums payable right along with lease/purchase payments. Plan is very helpful in closing instrument sales and is available to non-professional musicians only."

1,032

"MUSIC AGENCY, INC."

"P.O. Box 868, Arlington, TX 76004-0868. Tel: (817) 557-0031. Toll-free: (800) 421-1283. Toll-free fax: (888) 557-0135. Email: musicagancy@comcast.net. Web: www.musicagency.com. Contact: Kathy LeBlanc.Music Agency offers All Risk* worldwide insurance coverage on musical instruments. Music dealers can protect their rented/leased inventory of instruments. Premiums are very affordable and can be included with the rental/lease payments. Coverage includes theft and accidental damage such as being dropped, sat on, or run over. We also have coverage plans for schools and individuals. Great for band camps and band trips. Low deductible. (*Subject to policy limitations and exclusions.)"

2,017

"MUSIC BOX DANCER PUBLICATIONS, LTD."

"Distributed in Canada by Mayfair Music Publications, Inc., 2600 John Street #220, Markham, ON L3R 3W3. Fax: (905) 474-9870.This company features a catalogue of best selling sheet music and music books for piano, organ, and guitar."

1,035

"MUSIC HOUSE, THE"

"3100 Airway, Suite 119, Costa Mesa, CA 92626. Tel: (714) 429-2300, ext. 246. Toll-free tel: (800) 266-8745, ext. 246. Fax: (714) 429-2323. Web: www.musichouse.com."

1,036

"MUSIC LINK CORPORATION, THE"

"P.O. Box 162, Brisbane, California 94005. Tel: (415) 570-0970. Toll-free tel: 888-552-5465. Fax: (415) 570-0651. E-mail: sales@themusiclink.net. Web: www.themusiclink.net. Steve Patrino, president.The Music Link Corporation is a manufacturer, distributor, importer, and exporter of musical instruments and accessories. Its extensive product lines include: Recording King banjos, guitars and cowboy art guitars, The Loar archtop acoustic guitars and mandolins, AXL guitars, amplifiers, and accessories, Dell’Arte gypsy jazz acoustic guitars, Guardian bags and cases, Johnson guitars and amplifiers, The Paris Swing Co. gypsy jazz mandolins, Palatino string and wind instruments, Palatino pianos, Lucida classical, flamenco, and mariachi guitars, Antonio Hermosa classical guitars, CODA drums and percussion and Koloa ukuleles. The Music Link’s Dealer Advantage Program offers benefits such as freight discounts, promotional material, advance notice of new products and much more. The program gives participating dealers an additional boost in the success of gear sales.The company brand websites include: recordingking.com, axlguitars.com, theloar.com, johnsongtr.com, parisswing.com, codadrums.com, lucidaguitars.com, axlmusic.com, koloaukulele.com, antoniohermosa.com, savannahacoustic.com, and guardiancases.com, plus the company website, themusiclink.net. These sites contain links only to businesses in the Dealer Advantage Program, offering exclusive on-line contacts to businesses carrying products by The Music Link."

1,037

"MUSIC MAN, A Division of Ernie Ball"

Refer to listing for Ernie Ball in this section.

1,941

"MUSIC-SEARCH, The Computerized CD-ROM Music Catalog"

"10358 SE Knight Street, Portland, OR 97266. Tel: (503) 777-9515. Toll-free: (888) 468-0232. Fax: (503) 777-0137. Email: music-search@comcast.net. Web: www.musicsearchusa.com. Contact: Myles Reck. The company’s CD-ROM catalog lists over 1,400,000 titles of music in print and includes over 97,000 karaoke titles. Updates are available every three months. Now on the web at musicseachusa.com."

1,046

"MUSICHEM, INC."

"7551 Convoy Court, San Diego, CA 92111-1113. Toll-free tel and fax: 800-PRO-OILS. Email: tech@musichem.com. David H. Elgas, president. Product line includes valve oils and greases for wind instruments."

1,049

"Musicorp, LLC."

"2456 Remount Road, Suite 305, North Charleston, SC, 29406 Mailing address: P.O. Box 63366, North Charleston, SC 29419-3366 Phone: (843) 745-8501 Toll-free Phone: (800) 845-1922 (Charleston, SC) and 217-342-9211 (Effingham, IL) Fax: (843) 745-8502 Website: www.musicorp.comMusicorp is a leading wholesale distributor of musical instruments, accessories and lighting equipment owned by KMC. Musicorp partners with music retail customers to help them strategically grow their business, providing the industry’s widest product selection, broadest marketing reach and national distribution network.Musicorp is equipped to meet the needs of retailers, offering quality, cost-effective, self-manufactured brands such as Barcus-Berry, J.B. Player, J. Reynolds, Percussion Plus, Stageline, MBT Cases, Arbor, Amigo, Lauren and MBT Lighting & Sound. Musicorp also partners with international brands such as Yamaha portable keyboards and guitars, Dean Guitars, Remo Crown Percussion, Samson, Zoom, Hartke and Luna Guitars in exclusive distribution arrangements to better serve the industry. Musicorp is also the exclusive North American distributor of Sierra Guitars.Musicorp maintains the highest level of service and stands behind its mission to provide excellent customer service, product quality, and competitive pricing, at all times, handling every order with care. Musicorp is headquartered in Charleston, SC, with distribution centers located in California and Kentucky and a second call-center in Illinois. Multiple locations allow Musicorp to offer customers the broadest product selection, in-depth inventory, availability and efficient shipping across the country."

1,051

"MUSIX RESOURCES, INC./MEGASTAR SINGING SYSTEMS"

"2232-A Westborough Boulevard, South San Francisco, CA. Tel: (650) 583-7464. Toll-free: (800) 808-7464. Fax: (650) 583-7491. Email: sales@megastarusa.com. Web: www.megastarusa.com. Contact: Cesar M. Vergel de Dios.MegaStar Singing Systems: karaoke machines, sing-along machines, microphones, backing tracks, and accessories."

1,053

"MUSSER, a division of Conn-Selmer, Inc."

"P.O. Box 310, Elkhart IN 46515-0310. Tel: (574) 522-1675. Fax: (574) 295-0334. Email: custserv@conn-selmer.com. Web: www.conn-selmer.com. Clair Omar Musser (b. 10/14/01 d. 11/7/98) was in 5th grade Lincoln School, (PA) with his violin for his Christmas program. A prominent school director, Mr. Ammon Bucher had just purchased an Edison phonograph and loaned the instrument to the program. His (five) “cylinder recordings” featured violin selections, Enrico Caruso, Christmas music and his last number was announced as “The United States Marine Band” featuring Thomas Mills playing “Four Little Black Berries” (solo) on the Xylophone. Young Musser was awestruck, as the audience requested that it be repeated.Musser switched instruments and studied with several prominent xylophone and marimba teachers at the time, including Philip Rosenweig, and had toured as a virtuoso in the United States, Canada and Europe. In 1930, Musser soloed with the Chicago Symphony Orchestra, under the direction of Frederick Stock. It was through this affair that Musser succeeded in arranging for a 100 piece Marimba Symphony Orchestra to perform at the Century of Progress Exposition in Chicago. Musser trained the entire orchestra, arranged the music and conducted the concert. For the next thirty years, Musser organized a large number of “marimba symphony orchestras” which toured the United States and Europe. From 1942 to 1952, Musser taught at Northwestern University in Evanston, Illinois. His innovative designs for a variety of mallet keyboard instruments found their way into production and distribution through his own company, which he started in 1948. The next decade saw tremendous growth in popularity of Musser mallet instruments as they became known as the standard for tuning and for defining the quintessential sounds for mallet instruments.In 1966, the Musser Marimba Company joined the Ludwig Drum Company, making the combined entity, Ludwig/Musser, a total percussion force. Claire Musser passed away in 1998, leaving a legacy of unique skills that brought the marimba and other keyboard mallet instruments to the forefront of modern percussion.Musser mallet instruments are well-known for their accuracy of pitch and integrity of tone. The results of Musser’s unique tuning process are well-known by percussionists around the world. As mallet instruments grew in importance on the marching field, Musser led the charge in developing a unique Kelon material that allowed the superior Musser tone to be translated to materials impervious to weather.Today, Musser instruments are seen and heard throughout the world being played by leading jazz artists, in professional symphonies and on the outdoor marching field. Known for their high level of tonal excellence, Musser marimbas, vibraphones and xylophones set the musical standard for excellence."

1,054

"MW ENTERPRISES, INC."

"P.O. Box 1274, Boone, NC 28607. Tel: (828) 963-7083. Fax: (828) 963-8990. Email: sales@muncywinds.com. Web: www.muncywinds.com.MW Enterprises is the sole U.S.A. distributor for Backun Music Products of Canada, and the manufacturer of the Muncy Synthetic, Grenadilla, Rosewood, and Cocobolo clarinet barrels and the Olivieri single and double reeds. Established in 1987."

1,055

"Myers, Ed USA, INC."

"3578 Mark Lane, San Antonio, Conroe, TX 77303. Tel: (936) 264-2680. Toll-free: (800) 228-9188. Fax: (936) 264-2688. Email: edmyersusa@msn.com. Web: www.edmyersusa.com. Kathy Reed, president.America’s oldest pad manufacturer since 1920."

1,056

"NADY SYSTEMS, INC."

"6701 Shellmound Street, Emeryville, CA 94608-1023. Tel: (510) 652-2411. Fax: (510) 652-5075. Web: www.nady.com.Manufacturer of wireless microphone and instrument systems and an extensive line of audio gear, including amplifiers, mixers, EQs, speakers, headphones, hardwired mics, and portable p.a.s. Products cover a broad range of professional audio applications and are distributed worldwide."

2,057

"NAMM, the International Music Products Association"

"5790 Armada Drive, Carlsbad, California 92008-4391. Toll-free: 800-767-NAMM (6266). Telephone: (760) 438-8001. Fax (760)-438-7327 E-mail: info@namm.org Web: www.namm.org Joe Lamond, president/CEO NAMM is the not-for-profit association that unifies, leads and strengthens the international musical instruments and products industry. NAMM’s activities and programs are designed to promote music making to people of all ages. NAMM is comprised of approximately 9,000 Member companies. For more information about NAMM or the proven benefits of making music, interested parties can visit www.namm.org or call 800-767-NAMM (6266)."

1,058

"NANJING AILEEN TRADING CO., LTD"

"Add. RM A3501(Block A), New World Center Building, No. 88 Zhujiang Road, Nanjing210008, China. Tel: 0086-25- 8453 3373, Fax: 0086-25-5807 1583. www.aileen.com.cn , www.a-violin.com, E-mail: ltong@a-violin.com, leighton.tong@gmail.comA leading manufacturer of fine stringed instruments (violin, viola, cello, contrabass), bows, stringed accessories, case and bags, guitars, brass-wind and woodwind instruments, and other novel musical instruments from China to overseas market."

1,059

"NATIONAL EDUCATIONAL MUSIC COMPANY, LTD. (NEMC)"

"1181 Route 22, Mountainside, NJ 07092. Tel: (908) 232-6700. Toll-free: (800) 526-4593. Fax: (908) 789-3025. Email: info@nemc.com. Web: www.nemc.com.NEMC offers music merchants a unique no-fee turn-key rental program that removes the dealer’s operational burdens yet enables the dealer to offer a customized, high-quality, profitable rental program with no capital investment in inventory. The NEMC Rental Program removes from the dealer the steep capital requirements, high operation costs, extensive service and repair responsibilities, and the complicated, intense legal requirements of offering rental contracts to the public. Under the NEMC program a dealer receives an inventory of new and like-new name-brand instruments complete with accessories, ready for rental. NEMC supplies an inventory based on the size of the dealer’s rental program, and additional inventory is sent throughout the year as the dealer needs it, all at NEMC’s expense. If a new dealer already has rental inventory, NEMC will purchase it from the dealer as it is rented to a customer, thus freeing up cash for the dealer. Each instrument’s rental documents are customized for each affiliate according to the often strict laws and requirements of their respective state or territory. NEMC also works with the dealer to create a custom, competitive, and profitable price schedule for the affiliate’s individual marketplace.NEMC maintains one of the largest staffs of skilled repair technicians dedicated only to rental instrument service. Free hands-on instrument repair training is available to all affiliates in NEMC’s New Jersey repair center with one-on-one private instruction.Motivational mailings to parents and students on behalf of the affiliate, the billing and collecting of rental payments and delinquent accounts, along with the Platinum Plan Plus to increase commission percentage and the Annual Rental Bonus Plan for cash bonuses all add to the rental program of choice for discerning dealers nationwide. “Often imitated, never duplicated.”"

2,063

"National Piano Foundation, The (NPF)"

"5960 West Parker Road Suite 278, #233, Plano, Texas 75093-7792. Tel and fax: (972) 625-0110. Email: don@dondillon.com. Web: www.pianonet.com. Donald W. Dillon, executive director. The educational arm of the piano industry, NPF strives to educate the public on the benefits of playing and studying piano."

1,065

"NEO PRODUCTS, INC."

"3209 Park Boulevard, Wildwood, NJ 08260. Tel: (609) 522-6595. Email: sales@richroland.com. Web: www.richroland.com and www.HelmetGuitar.com. Rich Roland, president.Maker of Helmet Guitars tm, the Spitfire J2 6000 series, electric violins for Meisel Music, Inc., and the Aquarium and Neon guitars. Experience in collaborative design efforts with manufacturers and vendors. Maker of custom electric stringed instruments."

1,071

"Ningbo Jiangbei Cola Musical Instrument Co.,Ltd."

"295 Bei An Qin Sen,Qing Hu Road,Ningbo,China Tel : 86-574-87223747 Fax: 86-574-87223717 Email : colamusic@colamusic.netWebsite: www.colamusic.netColamusic integrates the manufacture,R&D and export of musical instrument worldwide. We offer OEM services through our own factories as well as through a large network of facilities that we work with in China. We can offer the friendliest service ,the best price and full range quality products that will keep your customers coming back."

1,075

"NOBLE U.S.A., INC."

"5450 Meadowbrook Industrial Court, Rolling Meadows, IL 60008. Tel: (847) 364-6038. Fax: (847) 364-6045. Email: info@nobleusa.com. Web: www.nobleusa.com.Products include rotary, slide, and trimmer potentiometers, rotary encoders, fixed resistors, input devices, and custom keytop assemblies."

1,076

"NORA POST, INC."

"52 Lounsbury Place, Kingston, NY 12401. Tel: (845) 331-4845. Fax: (845) 331-4846. Email: norapost@hvi.net. Web: www.norapost.com. Contact: Nora Post.An exclusive oboe and English horn dealer carrying Loree, Howarth, and Fox instruments. Exclusive U.S. distribution of Rigoutat oboes and English horns."

1,080

"Noren Products, Inc."

"1010 O’Brien Drive, Menlo Park, CA 94025. Tel: (650) 322-9500. Fax: (650) 324-1348. Email: sales@norenproducts.com. Contact: David Marin.Acoustilock noise reduction and heat removal cabinets for home studios, video post, recording studios, IT and any other critical listening environment. DBA reduction to 34 dba."

1,749

"NORTH AMERICAN MUSIC, INC."

"11 Kay Fries Drive, Stony Point, NY 10980. Tel (845) 429- 0106 Hallet Davis & Co. pianos, Hardman pianos, Private label pianos, and pre-owned Yamaha and Kawai pianos."

1,082

"NORTHEAST MUSIC CO., INC."

"15 Hickey Hollow Lane, Whitman, MA 02382. Tel: (617) 447-4277. Toll-free: (800) 448-0137. Fax: (781) 447-4398. Brian D. Milligan, president.Manufacturers’ rep organization and distributor of musical instruments and related accessories."

1,827

"NORTHWEST SPECIALTY WOODS, INC."

"430 Keys Road #41, Satsop, WA 98583. (Mailing address: P.O. Box 665, Elma, Washington 98541.) Tel: (360) 482-6724. Fax: (360) 482-6725. Chris Munger, CEO; Frank Johnson, general manager. Email: nswinc@techline.com. Web: www.nswoods.net.Supplier of all Sitka spruce piano and other musical instrument soundboards."

1,085

"NOTION Music, Inc"

"1141201 South Elm Street, Greensboro, NC 27401. Tel: (336) 275-2994. www.notionmusic.com. NOTION delivers software tools for music creation, performance, education and exploration. NOTION, the flagship product, features a built-in sample library of the London Symphony Orchestra. PROGRESSION, a guitar-centric product features samples from acclaimed guitarist Neil Zaza, virtuoso bassist Victor Wooten, and Drums by Roy “Futureman” Wooten."

1,088

"NSI, A LEVITON COMPANY"

"P.O. Box 2210, Tualatin, OR 97070. Toll-free: (800) 736-6682. Fax: (503) 404-5600. Email: dalbert@leviton.com. Web: www.lms.leviton.com. Contact: Debbi Albert.Memory lighting controllers and programmable dimming systems for stage, club, church, and theater lighting markets. Write for additional information on the full line."

1,093

"OCHENRIDER CONCEPTS, INC."

"16612 Brigadoon Drive, Tampa, FL 33618. Tel: (813) 264-5885. Fax: (813) 961-2909. Email: rochenrider@otray.com."

1,097

"Old Dog, LLC"

"P.O. Box 1475, Laurel, MD 20725-1475. Tel: (301) 362-1420, Fax: (301) 362-1421 Email: bob@olddogproducts.com, Contact: Bob Stevens Manufacturer of the X-Cabinet, the Modular Speaker System for Guitar, and Road Warrior guitar stands, which have no moving parts; available in seven colors, including glow-in-the-dark."

1,098

"OLDS BAND INSTRUMENTS, F.E."

"P.O. Box 2669, Westfield, NJ 07091. Tel: (908) 233-5354. Toll-free: (888) 554-5354. Fax: (908) 789-3025. Web: www.feolds.com. Manufacturer of a full line of over 400 different models of band, orchestra, and percussion instruments. Founded in 1908, the company began by manufacturing the finest trombones the world had ever seen. As these instruments attracted worldwide attention, the company expanded, and valve instruments bearing the Olds signature began appearing in the hands of some of the more famous artists of the day. Olds instruments are produced in the most modern manufacturing facilities. Every instrument is subjected to a meticulous quality-control inspection process to make sure each is fully responsive to every musical requirement and fully worthy of the Olds signature. Everyone remembers F.E. Olds as the Number One craftsman of quality band instruments in America, and now, after years of intense research and development, the exciting new Olds band and orchestra instruments emerge engineered to meet today’s ever more challenging performance needs. These new Olds instruments possess superb playing ease as well as an extraordinary built-in sturdiness to withstand the most rugged use. Making the best better is the F.E. Olds tradition. That is why research is continuous research that is constantly seeking better ways to make better instruments. All Olds products now carry a ten-year limited warranty."

1,099

"OLEG PRODUCTS, INC."

"7843 Noble Avenue, Van Nuys, CA 91405. Tel: (818) 904-0030. Fax: (818) 904-0303. Email: OlegProducts@sbcglobal.net. Manufacturer and distributor of “Oleg tm” woodwind Instruments and accessories. Trade marked lines: “Olegature” woodwind ligature, Bulldog saxophone stand,Maestro , Contempo,PowerCut, NYVintage mouthpieces, ProSAX Enhancers, Ergonomic Sax strap, ErgoPlus strap, Strap-harness combo, Oleg sax neckpipes,Professional OLeg Saxophone and flute line, Oleg-o-phone sax."

1,100

"OLSEN AUDIO GROUP, INC./WindTech Windscreens"

"7845 East Evans Road, Scottsdale, AZ 85260. Tel: (480) 998-7140. Fax: (480) 998-7192. Web: www.olsenaudio.com.Since 1976 WindTech has manufactured the highest-quality, American-made windscreens available. With more than 30 models and up to 25 colors, there is a size to fit virtually any microphone. WindTech also distributes a complete line of microphone accessories, including mic clips, goosenecks, thread adapters, shock-mounts, stand clamps, flanges, etc. Also available is the “Studio Pop Screen,” a 5” diameter dual fabric screen for use in recording studios to control breath blasts to sensitive microphones.A new product line called Mic-Muff was recently introduced. This line offers faux fur windshields to fit over the foam windscreen in professional video, TV news, and film applications. There are over 40 models of Mic-Muffs to fit most consumer and professional video cameras and microphones.The company offers a complete line of microphone windscreens and accessories."

1,104

"ON THE WALL PRODUCTIONS, INC."

"9441 Old Bonhomme Road, St. Louis, MO 63132-3442. Tel: (314) 692-2900. Toll-free: (800) 788-4044. Fax: (314) 692-8479. Email: fishbone@fclass.net. Web: www.thundertube.com. Wholesale distributor for novelty percussion products."

1,106

"Onori Accessories, Inc."

"4785 Galendo Street, Woodland Hills, CA 91364. Tel: (818) 888-9960. Email: richieonori@sbcglobal.net. Contact: Richie Onori.Manufacturer of guitar straps and music accessories."

1,115

"ORSI & WEIR, INC."

"P.O. Box 973, Amherst, Nova Scotia B4H 4E1, Canada. Tel: (902) 661-2202. Fax: (902) 661-2208. Email: info@orsiandweir.com. Web: www.orsiandweir.com. These professional-model wood clarinets are the result of a close collaboration with the Prof. Romeo Orsi Company in Italy. The Prof. Romeo Orsi Company, established in 1836, is Italy’s oldest and best known band instrument manufacturer. "

1,116

"OSCAR SCHMIDT INTERNATIONAL, INC."

"444 East Courtland Street, Mundelein, IL 60060. Tel: (847) 949-0444. Toll-free: (800) 877-6863. Fax: (847) 949-8444. Email: oscarschmidt@oscarschmidt.com. Web: www.oscarschmidt.com.Autoharps, guitars, banjos, mandolins, electric guitars, bass electric guitars, and publications."

1,947

"OXFORD UNIVERSITY PRESS, INC."

"Corporate Office: Music Department, 198 Madison Avenue, New York, NY 10016-4314. Tel (212) 726-6050. Fax (212) 726-6441. General Music Department Email music.us@oup.com. Rental Department Email rentals@cfpeters-ny.com. Web www.oup.com/us/sheetmusic. Contact Lou Fifer, lou.fifer@oup.com. Since 1923 Oxford University Press has been a leader in publishing concert, educational, and sacred music."

1,145

"P&D WHOLESALE MUSIC SUPPLY, INC."

"P.O. Box 586, Stratford, CT 06614. Tel: (203) 375-8871. Toll-free: (800) 823-5188. Fax: (203) 377-2576. Peter F. D’Addario, president.Distributor of drums, percussion, guitars, and accessories."

1,122

"P. AUDIO AMERICA, INC."

"13465 Camino Canada #106-136, El Cajon, CA 92021. Tel: (619) 659-5999. Fax: (619) 659-6060. Email: info@paudioamerica.com. Web: www.paudioamerica.com. Contact: Jerry E. Talavera."

1,123

"PACE INDUSTRIES, INC."

"P.O. Box 5127, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33310. Tel: (954) 975-6333. Toll-free: (800) 796-2675. Fax: (954) 351-1174. Email: pacecork@bellsouth.net. Web: www.pacecork.com. Contact: Michael S. Piluso.Cork components for the musical trade industry."

1,125

"PACKAGED LIGHTING SYSTEMS, INC."

"29 Grant Street, P.O. Box 285, Walden, NY 12586. Tel: (845) 778-3515. Toll-free: (800) 836-1024. Fax: (845) 778-1286. Email: info@packagedlighting.com. Web: www.packagedlighting.com. Contact: Lois Meyer.Manufacturer of lighting equipment with related dimmer/chaser controls and accessories, including low-voltage blacklight fixtures and special effects."

1,130

"PALMETTO MUSICAL WHOLESALE, INC."

"16 Lolandra Avenue, Charleston, SC 29407. Tel: (843) 769-0900. Toll-free: (877) 769-0905. Fax: (843) 769-0902. Email: sales@palmettomusical.com. Contact: Basil W. Lefter.Rhythm Works percussion; Avondale acoustic and electric guitars, amplifiers, effect pedals, cables; Argosy cases; SoundGear audio cables; Eleca; Picks By the Pound; Attack drumheads; Wuhan cymbals."

1,132

"Panyard, Inc"

"1216 California Ave. Akron, OH 44314-1842 U.S.A. Tel (937) 293-8664. Fax (330) 745-3155. Email randykerns@panyard.com. Contact Randy Kerns. Website – www.panyard.com"

1,143

"Paul SheldEn Global Productions, Inc./DiplomatTE Musical InstrumentS"

"405 Sturl Avenue, Hewlett, NY 11557. Tel: (516) 967-0005. Email: psgpi@aol.com. Contact: Paul Shelden. Paul Shelden and Diplomatte Musical Instruments Keep Moving Forward. For the past eight years, Dr. Paul Shelden, president of Diplomatte Musical Instruments and of Paul Shelden Global Productions, Inc. has been carefully developing the Diplomatte brand from the viewpoint of a professor/performer, geared towards both the general public as well as the professional musician/teacher. Along with his director of production, Amy Mao, they have maintained a “front seat” in the development of the highest quality musical instruments made in China. Reflecting on their worldwide success, Dr. Shelden cites their fierce emphasis on quality control as their “key” to the future. "

1,150

"PEARL RIVER WIND, STRING, AND BAND INSTRUMENTS"

"Guangzhou Pearl River Piano Group, Ltd. Yu Wei Xi Road, South Hua Di Da Dao, Fangcun, Li Wan Guangzhou, China 510388. Tel: 0086- 20-81503507/81507678/81405260/81501011-3213 Fax: 001-86-81502649. Email: gzpearl@pearlriverpiano.com. Web: www.pearlriverpiano.com.Pearl River, the world’s largest piano manufacturer, also produces over 5,000 violins, cellos, violas, and double basses per month, as well as 50,000 acoustic and electric guitars per month. Add to that one of the most varied collections of musical instruments including drums, brass, wind, and even accordions.Violins are available in all sizes and feature the finest in spruce wood with book-matched backs. Many orchestra and music directors see the Pearl River violin as a “Best Buy” in the American marketplace. The use of high quality materials and workers dedicated to producing the finest music products possible have propelled Pearl River violins to the forefront.Pearl River guitars offer high quality and all the important features at exceptionally competitive pricing on all models including professional, classical, acoustic and electric guitars. As the leading guitar manufacturer in China for more than 50 years, Pearl River is internationally renowned for the finest workmanship and consistent quality. The guitar factory is committed to constant innovation. Pearl River is determined to provide the finest guitars at affordable prices with outstanding customer service."

1,151

"PEARSE STRINGS, JOHN/BREEZY RIDGE INSTRUMENTS, LTD."

"P.O. Box 295, Center Valley, PA 18034. Tel: (610) 691-3302. Toll-free: (800) 235-3302. Fax: (610) 691-3304. Email: info@jpstrings.com. Web: www.jpstrings.com. John Pearse, president; Mary Faith Rhoads-Lewis, secretary/treasurer.Manufacturer and distributor of John Pearse strings and accessories: John Pearse strings for banjo, fiddle, violin, dulcimer, mandolin, mandola, octave mandolin, ukulele, pedal steel guitar, six- and eight-string Hawaiian guitars; Nuages Manouche, Weissenborn, baritone, resophonic, classical, six- and 12-string acoustic guitars; electric guitars; and electric bass guitars. John Pearse Singles Selection. John Pearse fine wood armrests. John Pearse Thermo-Cryonic Tone Bars for pedal steel and Hawaiian guitars. John Pearse bronze contour slide. Breezy Ridge hammer dulcimers. John Pearse humidifiers for guitar and violin and K’Saire case humidifier. John Pearse Hi-Rider fingerpicks and Vintage thumbpicks. The John Pearse D’Angle, John Pearse volume and volume/tone control cables. John Pearse String Wizard. John Pearse acoustic pickup. John Pearse leather guitar straps and leather Hang-Ups.New John Pearse products: John Hartford banjo strings; Tenor banjo and Irish bouzouki strings; Artiste rosin for violin or cello; Buffalo Horn sarod and dimple picks; Buffalo Horn bridge and end pin set for guitars; Bone bridge and end pin set for guitars; Bone Dimple picks; The Edge guitar slide; Ol’ Reliable capos for guitar, banjo, classical, and 12-string; “Junior” fine wood armrests; Li’l Nipper string winder; KingPins bronze bridge and end pin set; Faux tortoise-shell bridge pins, end pin and strap button sets and luthier’s sets; ebony and rosewood Sarod picks; bar boxes for pedal steel bars; John Pearse Pick Stuff; and John Pearse String Swipes."

1,154

"PEDULLA GUITARS, INC., M.V."

"83 East Water Street, P.O. Box 226, Rockland, MA 02370. Tel: (781) 871-0073. Fax: (781) 878-4028. Email: christin@pedulla.com. Web: www.pedulla.com. Contact: Michael Pedulla.M.V. Pedulla Guitars has been making high-end professional-grade basses since 1975. Included in the line are the MVP, Buzz, Rapture, Thunderbass, Thunderbolt, Pentabuzz, Hexabuzz, and Octabuzz."

1,156

"Pendulum Audio, Inc."

"P.O. Box 339, Gillette, NJ 07933. Tel: (908) 665-9333. Email: info@pendulumaudio.com. Contact: Gregory Gualtieri."

1,157

"PENN FABRICATION, INC."

"12691 Monarch Street, Garden Grove, CA 92841-3918. Tel: (805) 604-0606. Toll-free: (800) 442-7326 (California), (800) 446-7174 (New Jersey), and (800) 503-8999 (Texas). Fax: (805) 604-0707. Email: california@penn-fabrication.com. Web: www.penn-fabrication.com.Manufacturer of flight case, speaker cabinet, and rack-mounting hardware. Product line also includes a full range of portable trussing systems and stage lighting."

1,948

"Per-Mus Percussion Publications, LLC"

"P.O. Box 218333, Columbus, OH 43221. Tel: (614) 336-9665. Fax: (614) 336-9665. Email: permus@aol.com. Web: www.permus.com. Contact: James L. Moore.Per-Mus Publications offers quality percussion music at affordable prices. A leading source of percussion solos, ensembles, and collections. Dealers worldwide carry Per-Mus publications. Also direct sales to institutions and individuals. View our complete catalog on our web, or contact us for a printed catalog and dealer discount information."

1,160

"PERCUSSIVE INNOVATIONS, LLC"

"P.O. Box 720189, Pinon Hills, CA 92372. Tel: (760) 868-4808. Fax: (909) 549-0549. Email: jimdrumz@aol.com. Contact: Jim Anderson.The company currently manufactures three product lines: (1) Pi Drum Accessories; (2) VertDrums; and (3) Factory Metal Percussion."

1,161

"PERFEKTION MUSIC, INC."

"25561 West Blakely Parkway, Wauconda, IL 60084. Tel: (847) 526-3597. Fax: (847) 526-4520. Email: prfktmusic@aol.com. Contact: Alan Perkins.Manufacturer’s rep and importer of all music related products. Lowest pricing available with great variety of product. "

1,165

"PETERSON ELECTRO-MUSICAL PRODUCTS, INC."

"11601 South Mayfield Avenue, Alsip, IL 60803. Tel: (708) 388-3311. Fax: (708) 388-3341. Email: info@petersontuners.com. Web: www.petersontuners.com. Contact: John Norris.Highly precise strobe tuners for tuning all types of musical instruments. Models include the StroboRack Rack tuner, StroboStomp True Bypass pedal tuner, VS-F StroboFlip Multi-Temperament Tuner, V-SAM Virtual Strobe Audio Metronome, AutoStrobe 490, 490ST, 590, Strobe Center 5000, and StroboSoft Tuning software and accessories."

1,166

"PETILLO, PHILLIP J."

"Petillo Masterpiece Guitars and Accessories, 1206 Herbert Avenue, Ocean, NJ 07712. Tel: (732) 531-6338. Fax: (732) 531-3045. Web: www.petilloguitars.com.Excellence in instruments and design. Making, repairing, and restoring stringed instruments since 1966."

1,753

"Petrof PIANOS, spol. s.r.o."

"5400 Lawrenceville Hwy, Suite B1 Liburn, GA 30047 U.S.A. Tel: (404) 310-5519. Fax: (909) 673-9165. Email: aer1@mindspring.com. Contact: Al Rich."

2,023

"PG MUSIC, INC."

"29 Cadillac Avenue, Victoria, BC V8Z 1T3. Tel (250) 475-2874. Toll-free (800) 268-6272. Fax (250) 475-2937. Email marketing@pgmusic.com. Web www.pgmusic.com. Contact Catherine Cantwell "

1,173

"PHILLIPS VIOLINS & BOWS, INC."

"830 Rudolph Road, Lake Worth, FL 33460. Tel: (561) 967-6061. Toll-free: (800) 472-0296. Fax: (561) 967-6012. Contact: Maria Phillips.All types of bow rehairing. School bows, only $10. Also, rehairing and restoration of professional bows. Sales."

1,829

"PIANO BOOK, THE"

Refer to Piano Book in the Keyboard section.

1,863

"PIANO BOOK, THE"

Refer to Piano Book in the Keyboard section.P

1,754

"PIANO BOOK, THE"

"Brookside Press, P.O. Box 300168, Jamaica Plain, Massachusetts 02130. Tel: (617) 522-7182. Toll-free: (800) 545-2022. Fax: (617) 390-7764. Email: info@pianobook.com. Web: www.pianobook.com. Contact: Larry Fine.The Piano Book by Larry Fine has been the standard consumer reference in the piano business in the United States and Canada since 1987. It contains listings, descriptions, and evaluations of all brands and models available; explanations of sales features; information on buying a used piano, including a depreciation schedule and pricing guide; and special sections on older Steinways, moving and storage, and piano care and servicing. Piano dealers and technicians use the book as a sales aid and reference and sell or give the book to customers as part of special promotions or for general customer education. It is also used for training new salespeople and technicians and as a college text for music majors. The Fourth Edition of The Piano Book, extensively revised and updated and 25% longer than the previous edition, was published in January 2001. The 2008-2009 Annual Supplement to The Piano Book contains updated product information since publication of the Fourth Edition, current “list” prices for all makes and models of new pianos, and suggestions on how to estimate actual “street” prices. Both books are available from Brookside Press. Substantial discounts are available for quantity purchases. The Piano Book is also distributed to the print music trade by Alfred Publishing Co."

1,755

"PIANO EMPIRE, INC."

"13370 East Firestone Boulevard #A, Santa Fe Springs, CA 90670. Tel: (562) 926-1906. Toll-free: (800) 576-3463. Fax: (562) 926-0577. Email: info@pianoemnpire.com. Web: www.perzinapianos.com. Contact: Chris Vance.Distributor for Perzina, Gerh. Steinberg, and Carl Ebel pianos."

1,852

"PIANO SERVICE NODA, INC."

"227-2 Wada-cho, Hamamatsu 435-0016, Japan. Email: pianoservicenoda@mtb.biglobe.ne.jp. Web: www.pianoservicenoda.com.Fine used Japanese pianos for export."

1,853

"PIANO SHOPPE, THE"

"7610 Routh 13, Levittown, PA 19057. Tel: (215) 943-8210. Fax: (215) 943-8210. Email: martykrz@msn.com. Marty Krzywonos, president.This company specializes in complete piano rebuilding, including installation of new soundboards."

2,068

"Piano Technicians Guild, Inc. (PTG)"

"4444 Forest Avenue, Kansas City, Kansas 66106-3750. Tel: (913) 432-9975. Fax: (913) 432-9986. Email: ptg@ptg.org. Web: www.ptg.org. Barbara Cassaday, executive director. An international non-profit organization of registered piano technicians in all 50 states and Canada. It publishes The Piano Technicians Journal 12 times each year as well as an annual Resource Guide and Membership Directory. It also offers consumer-oriented brochures and technical bulletins about pianos."

1,757

"PIANO TECHNICIANS GUILD, INC."

"4444 FOREST AVENUE, KANSAS CITY, KS 66106-3750. Tel: (913) 432-9975. Fax: (913) 432-9986. Email:ptg@ptg.org. Web: www.ptg.org. Barbara Cassaday, Executive Director. PTG, the organization of the Registered Piano Technician, is the world’s premier source of piano service expertise. PTG offers a technician referral service and a wide variety of informational materials for technicians, piano owners, teachers and students. PTG serves over 4,000 members throughout the world with opportunities for accreditation and professional development along with publication of the monthly Piano Technicians Journal."

2,024

"pianophile, INC."

"3600-F Boulevard Matte, Brossard, Québec J4Y 2Z2. Tel: (450) 444-3407. Toll-free: (800) 363-9160. Fax: (450) 444-3408. Email: contact@pianophile.com. Web: www.pianophile.com. Lorraine Brunet, president; Jacques Lanteigne, vice president; Normand Trudel, sales manager.Computerized rescaling and manufacture of bass strings, using German steel and copper wire. Largest Canadian manufacturer and wholesale distributor of piano supplies"

1,179

"PINTECH USA, INC."

"P.O. Box 3869, Greenville, SC 29608. Tel: (864) 242-2150. Toll-free: (800) 445-0506. Toll-free fax: 866-445-0506. Email: play@edrums.com. Web: www.PintechWorld.com. Contact: Lorrie Landry, General Manager. Lorrie@edrums.com.A U.S. manufacturer of electronic drumkits and accessories. Electronic drum lines include ConcertCast and AcousTech. Passive electronic drum trigger pickups include the RS-5 series and Trigger Perfect series. Five cymbal lines from electronic to practice cymbals; hardware; drum racks; and acoustic guitar pickups. Pintech products are made in the U.S.A. and feature the latest trigger advancements and a limited lifetime warranty."

1,182

"PIZZI, ENZO"

"12 Heritage Lane North, Miller Place, NY 11764. Tel: (718) 661-0083. Fax: (631) 476-8519. Email: ronpizzi@earthlink.net. Contacts: Ron Pizzi, John Faughey.Products: brass mouthpieces, including trumpet, cornet, trombone, French horn, B-B-flat tuba, E-flat tuba, etc.; L. Pisoni pads for clarinet, flute, oboe, piccolo, and saxophone."

1,184

"PL & H International, Inc, dba Peak Music Stands"

"13430 Alondra Boulevard, Cerritos, CA 90703. Tel: (562) 623-9266. Toll-free: (877) 754-4681. Fax: (562) 623-0687. Email: plh.international@gmail.com, Web: www.peakmusicstands.com, Contact: Pamela Liu. Distributor of Peak Music Stands, which brings the most innovative design, quality, and cost effectiveness into the music industry. Products include: top selling Collapsible Music Stands (SMS series) for traveling musicians; Non Collapsible Desk Music Stands; Guitar Stands and mic stands. More product details, please visit our web "

1,833

"PLAYER PIANO CO., INC."

"704 East Douglas, Wichita, KS 67202. Tel: (316) 263-3241. Fax: (316) 263-5480. Contact: Durrell Armstrong.Manufacturer of suction boxes for players and reed organs, coin-operated pianos, calliopes, orchestrations. Complete line of restoration supplies for all pneumatic players."

1,950

"PLAYINTIME PRODUCTIONS, INC."

"2480 Industrial Boulevard, Paoli, Pennsylvania 19301. Toll-free: (800) 310-0087. Fax: (610) 644-1412. Email: info@playintime.com.Yamaha Advantage Band Curriculum; Wynton Marsalis Enterprises; Recreational Music Materials; percussion publications."

1,834

"POESCHL MANUFACTURING CO., A DIVISION OF POESCHL INDUSTRIES, INC."

"495 West Waukau Avenue, Oshkosh, WI 54902. Tel: (920) 231-5197. Toll Free: (800) 955-5197. Fax: (920) 231-3234. Email: poeschl@vbe.com. Web: www.poeschlmfg.com. Thomas Poeschl Jr., president.Poeschl has developed a new Electric Artist Bench; details are available on the website.Manufacturer of high-quality adjustable artist benches, richly upholstered and tufted in black, brown or mahogany naugahyde. Genuine leather is optional. Hardwood frames and legs are made of solid maple, supported with heavy-duty hardware and finished in ebony, walnut, or mahogany. Also can color match when supplied with sample. A refined mechanism assures smooth, easy height adjustment without wobbling. The finest in quality workmanship and design make this bench the top choice of professional pianists. Also available in duet size.Poeschl also manufactures a complete line of benches and stools for upright pianos, grand pianos, and keyboards.Manufacturer of Wood Caster Cups to complement pianos and protect flooring and carpet. Measuring 3-1/2”, 5”, 5-1/2”, 8” in diameter to accommodate all pianos, the cups are carved from the finest hardwoods available genuine walnut, mahogany, maple, or oak.Other items include: handcrafted piano and organ bench cushions in a variety of sizes and colors; Colson piano trucks; padded grand piano covers; and fitted Black Mackintosh covers for most pianos."

1,189

"POLYTONE MUSICAL INSTRUMENTS, INC."

"6865 North Vineland Avenue, North Hollywood, CA 91605-6410. Tel: (818) 760-2300. Fax: (818) 760-2302. Email: polytone@peoplepc.com. Web: www.polytoneamps.com. Tommy Gumina, president.Manufacturer of musical instrument amplifiers since 1968. Mini-Brute series, Taurus series - New Might-Brute! "

1,191

"PORT A STAND, INC."

"6132 Paul Avenue North, Stillwater, MN 55082. Tel: (651) 439-1731. Email: infor@portastand.com."

1,192

"Portnoy Clarinet Accessories, B."

"P.O. Box 1345, Brea, CA 92822. Tel: (800) 810-1088. Fax: (866) 684-5746. Email: sales@bportnoy.com. Web: www.bportnoy.com. Bernard Portnoy, founder, was professor emeritus of music at Indiana University, and for many years solo clarinet for the Philadelphia Orchestra and the Cleveland Symphony Orchestra. Based on his years of experience, he had developed his own exclusive model clarinet mouthpiece. This mouthpiece is available in three facings. The original model (BP02) is the one which has proved most comfortable for professional and student clarinetists. Another model (BPO1) has a closed facing. A third model (BPO3) has an open facing good for doublers. All three models produce the same sound qualities. Bass and Alto models also available. All mouthpieces are personally inspected before shipment. Products are al so available through Harris Teller, Inc."

1,193

"POWELL FLUTES, INC., VERNE Q."

"1 Clock Tower Place, Maynard, MA 01754. Tel (978) 461-6111. Fax (978) 461-6155. www.powellflutes.com. For over 80 years the people of Powell have created finely crafted handmade flutes and piccolos in the United States for musicians. Powell’s Sonaré Winds division offers the professional quality Powell sound at a student price in its own line of flutes. (see Sonaré Winds listing)."

1,835

"Premier Moving Equipment, Inc."

"194 Wisteria Drive, Hiram, GA 30141. Tel: (678) 363-7942. Toll-Free: 866-763-7942. Email: pme06@bellsouth.net. Web: www.premiermovingequipment.com. Contact: George (Pepper) PatrickPremier provides an alternative to the antiquated piano moving equipment currently available. Piano moving and furniture moving are difficult jobs even for the professional mover, and Premier believes that better equipment will make the job easier, safer and less expensive. "

1,953

"PRESSER COMPANY, THEODORE"

"588 North Gulph Road, King of Prussia, Pennsylvania 19406-2800. Tel: (610) 592-1222. Toll-free: (800) 762-2328. Fax: (212) 477-6996. Email: sales@presser.com. Web: www.presser.com. Sonya Kim, CEO/president; Daniel Dorff, vice president, publishing.Music publisher since 1783. U.S. selling agent for numerous foreign and domestic publishers."

1,203

"Pro Co Sound, Inc."

"P.O. Box 18001, Kalamazoo, MI 49019-8001. Tel: (269) 388-9675. Toll-free: (888) 253-7360. Fax: (269) 388-9681. Email: info@procosound.com. Web: www.procosound.com.Manufacturer of a complete line of audio interconnect products for the music industry."

1,208

"PRO-MARK (JAPAN), LTD."

"P.O. Box 308, Kobe Port, Kobe, Japan 651-01. Tel: (078) 332-2465. Fax: (078) 332-7130. Tatsuo Kosaka, executive vice president, represents Pro-Mark (U.S.A.) in the Orient."

1,206

"PROCASES, INC."

"4626 East 48th Street, Los Angeles, CA 90058. Tel: (323) 585-4447. Toll-free tel: (800) 435-8737. Fax: (323) 585-4448. Email: info@procases.com. Web: www.procases.com."

1,210

"PROEL U.S.A., INC.(Accessory Division)"

"1101 Kessler #B, El Paso, TX 79907. Tel: (915) 591-5848. Fax: (915) 591-5849. Email: information@proelusa.com"

1,212

"PROGRESS PUBLICATIONS, INC."

"11616 I Street, Omaha, NE 68137-1212. Tel: (402) 330-0670. Toll-free: (800) 365-3377. Fax: (402) 330-8271. Contact: Mardra Sikora.Imprinted stock and custom band, orchestra, and lite folders; march folders; wall calendars; reed cards; music advocacy posters; business cards; appointment cards."

1,214

"Promax Systems, Inc."

"16 Technology Drive #106, Irvine, CA 92618. Tel: (949) 727-3977. Fax: (949) 727-3546. Web: www.promax.com."

1,217

"Q LIGHTING, INC."

"750 Enterprise Drive, Lexington, KY 40510. Toll-free: (877) 245-5483. Fax: (859) 231-0376. Email: iplaner@q-lighting.com. Web: www.q-lighting.com. Q Lighting brings a collection of LED lighting solutions to the music market. Burriss Amps and Effects Pedal division introduces hand made, tube amps and hard wired effects pedals that are drenched in tone. "

1,218

"Q-Parts, InC."

"P.O. Box 4037, Valley Village, CA 91617-0037. Tel: (818) 760-9164. Fax: (818) 760-9174. Email: info@qparts.com. Web: www.qparts.com. Contact: Joi Yui.Guitar parts and accessories."

1,762

"QRS MUSIC TECHNOLOGIES, INC."

"2011 Seward Avenue, Naples, FL 34109. Tel: (239) 597-5888. Fax: (239) 597-3936. Email: qrssupport@qrsinc.com. Web: www.qrsmusic.com. Thomas A. Dolan, president/CEO. The world’s oldest music software company, QRS was founded in 1900 as a maker of piano rolls. In the 1990s the company has established a large market for its Pianomation® Computerized Player System that turns virtually any piano into a self-playing instrument. The Pianomation library includes solo piano CDs, CDs with instrumental and/or vocal accompaniment and SyncAlong™ CDs which are original recordings from mainstream artists like Elton John and Billy Joel. QRS also makes Story & Clark pianos that all come standard with PNOscan™, an optical sensor strip that converts performances into digital information making it possible to have all the features and benefits of a digital piano with the sound, beauty and lasting value of an acoustic piano. "

1,220

"QUANTEGY, INC."

"2230 Marvyn Parkway, Opelika, AL 36801. (Mailing address: P.O. Box 190, Opelika, AL 36801.) Toll-free: (800) 752-0732. Fax: (334) 749-7738. Web: www.quantegy.com. Jill Lego, director of marketing communications.Manufacturer and supplier of professional recording media. It markets Quantegy and Ampex brands of professional audio, video, instrumentation, and data media products."

1,221

"QUANTUM AUDIO DESIGNS, INC."

"P.O. Box 130, Benton, MO 63736. Tel: (573) 545-4404. Toll-free: (888) 545-4404. Fax: (573) 545-4411."

1,222

"QUANTUM TECHNOLOGIES, INC."

"991 Discovery Drive, Huntsville, AL 35806. Tel: (256) 971-1800. Fax: (256) 971-1801. Email: dholland@quantum-intl.com. Web: www.quantum-intl.com. Contact: David Holland."

1,233

"RANDALL AMPLIFIERS, A Division of U.S. Music Corp."

"444 East Courtland Street, Mundelein, IL 60060. Tel: 847-643-5164. Toll-free: (800) 877-6863. Fax: (847) 949-8444. Email: randallamplifiers@randallamplifiers.com. Web: www.randallamplifiers.com.Professional amplifiers, solid-state and tube. Full stacks, half stacks, combo amps, and accessories."

1,240

"REDCO AUDIO, INC."

"1701 Stratford Avenue, Stratford, CT 06615. Tel: (203) 502-7600. Toll-free: (800) 572-7280. Fax: (203) 502-7610. Email: sales@redco.com. Web: www.redco.com. Contact: Bob Berliner. Web catalogue available at www.redco.com"

1,248

"REMLE MUSICAL PRODUCTS, INC."

"18707 Parthenia Street #10, Northridge, CA 91324. (Mailing address: P.O. Box 280341, Northridge, CA 91328-0341.) Tel: (818) 993-3710. Toll-free: 800-VIVA-SAX. Fax: (818) 993-3241. Email: Beechler@aol.com. Web: www.beechler.com. Judith Beechler-Roan.The company makes the Beechler and ARB mouthpieces. Founded by Elmer Beechler, the company has been making mouthpieces for over 60 years. This is a complete product line for saxophones and clarinets and offers an almost unlimited selection in material, facing, and bore size. Mouthpieces are available in hard rubber, stainless steel, gold plating, and plastic composite. All mouthpieces are finished with hand facings. Custom-made mouthpieces are also available. Players, from the beginning student to the most discriminating professional, will find a comprehensive range of playability to suit any embouchure or musical style, from screaming jazz to the most subtle legitimate sounds.Remle also has heavy-duty, high-quality sax stands. The stands have a closing mechanism that provides secure adjustment at multiple angles and complete folding for carrying ease. The movable bell rest, when combined with the extendible bell hook, allows easy adjustment for almost any instrument with a curved bell. Models include a combination stand that accommodates either an alto or tenor sax, and a baritone stand that accommodates either a low A or Bb horn. Accessory pegs are available for flute/English horn, clarinet/oboe, Eb clarinet, and soprano sax.Manufacturer of fine saxophone and clarinet mouthpieces for over 60 years."

1,252

"RENKUS-HEINZ, INC."

"19201 Cook Street, Foothill Ranch, CA 92610-3501. Tel: (949) 588-9997. Fax: (949) 250-1035. Email: sales@renkus-heinz.com. Web: www.rh.com. Mark Fitch, North American sales manager.Reference Point Arrays and other integrated sound systems for professional applications."

1,764

"RETAIL BUSINESS SOLUTIONS, INC."

"1579 Ravanusa Drive, Henderson, NV 89052. Tel and fax: (702) 897-6708. Email: ads@rbsolution.com. Web: www.customerfrontline.com. Alan D. Slivinski, president.A business management consulting company to help musical instrument retailers improve sales results with the Customer Frontline contact management and marketing database software program. Consulting services include sale training, management development, business analysis and software support. The company provides monthly business analysis reports for the Piano Sales Management Group."

1,258

"REYNOLDS COMPANY, F.A."

"P.O. Box 2669, Westfield, NJ 07091. Tel: (908) 233-5354. Toll-free: (888) 554-5354. Fax: (908) 789-3025. Web: www.feolds.com.The F.A. Reynolds Company was founded in 1936 as a band instrument manufacturer. The Reynolds name continues today to signify quality construction, reliable performance, and affordable pricing. Reynolds products are distributed by F.E. Olds and Son, Inc., and carry a ten-year limited warranty."

1,270

"RIE, JOHN L., DIVISION OF LANGER BUTTON CO., INC."

"196 Ashburton Avenue, Yonkers, NY 10701. Tel: (914) 965-9510, ext. 102. Fax: (914) 965-9534.This firm manufactures inlay parts for musical instruments, specializing in: string instruments (guitars, etc.) and bow instruments (violins, etc.) inlays, fingerboards, bridges, etc., made of genuine mother-of-pearl, imitation pearl, abalone, snail, and awabi, as well as mother-of-pearl tuning knobs or buttons; and brass instrumentsfingertips made of genuine mother-of-pearl and imitation pearl."

1,272

"RIP TIE, INC."

"P.O. Box 549, San Leandro, CA 94577. Tel: (510) 577-0200. Toll-free: (800) 348-7600. Fax: (510) 553-0160. Email: info@riptie.com. Web: www.riptie.com.Specializing in cable management. Also a Gold Status distributor for Velcro U.S.A"

1,276

"RNDigital, Inc"

"1212 Sunset Drive, Clearwater, FL 33755. Tel: (727) 230- 1603. Fax: (727) 230-1556. Web: www.rogernicholsdigital.com. Reinhold Probst, president; Judith Reetz, marketing director. RNDigital Plug-ins for Audi Signal Processing DAW’s."

1,281

"ROC-N-SOC, INC."

"151 Kelly Park Lane, Waynesville, NC 28786. Tel: (828) 452-1736. Fax: (828) 452-1732. Steve McIntosh, president.Manufacturer of the world’s first orthopedic and ergonomic thrones for drummers, keyboardists, and guitarists, as well as the finest hydraulic thrones on the market. The company also created the upgrade system for seats on existing thrones. All products systems are completely hand-crafted and American built."

1,289

"RODE MICROPHONES, LLC"

"P.O. Box 4189 Santa Barbara, CA 93140-4189 (805) 566-7777 Fax (805) 566-0071 "

1,767

"Rodgers Instruments LLC,"

"1300 Northeast 25th Avenue, Hillsboro, OR 97124. Tel: (503) 648-4181. Fax: (503) 681-0444. Email: marketing@rodgers.rain.com. Web: www.rodgersinstruments.com. Lloyd A. Robbins, president. Rodgers Instruments is the world’s leading builder of stereo imaged digital church organs and pipe/digital combination organs. The sound of Rodgers organs sets them apart from all other products available today. Rodgers is part of Roland Corporation, a world leader in digital musical instrument technologies and digital musical instrument sales and manufacturing. The Rodgers/Roland partnership brings together hundreds of engineers specializing in high-resolution stereophonic musical instrument sound generation and the resources of a recognized industry leader with more than $1 billion per year in revenues. No other company in pipe organ or digital organ building is backed by such a large pool of specialized engineering talent or financial resources on such a large scale. Many of the most notable advances in organ technology have been introduced by Rodgers: the first all-transistor church organs, first transistorized organ amplifiers, first computer memory capture actions, first microprocessor church organs, first MIDI church organs, and the first Digital Signal Processing (DSP) in church organs. Rodgers is the only company to use stereo sampling in church organs, and created Parallel Digital Imaging® to capture true pipe organ sound. Rodgers also builds world-class organs with pipes for churches and concert halls. The result is a full line of professional-grade organs that have become the reference standard among organists and church musicians worldwide"

2,027

"ROLAND CANADA MUSIC, LTD."

"5480 Parkwood Way, Richmond, BC V6V 2M4. Tel: (604) 270-6626. Toll-free (for orders): 888-726-8742. Fax: (604) 270-6552. Kim Nunney, president.Toronto office: 170 Admiral Boulevard, Mississauga, ON L5T 2N6. Tel: (905) 362-9707. Toll-free (for orders): 888-726-8742. Fax: (905) 362-9708. Web: www.roland.ca.Canadian distributor of Roland, Boss, Rodgers, and Ultimate Support products."

1,295

"ROTH, ERNST HEINRICH KG"

"Hans-Paulus-Strasse 18, D-91088 Bubenreuth, Germany. Tel: 011-49-9131-22510. Fax: 011-49-9131-205837. Email: e.h.roth-violins@t-online.de. Web: www.roth-violins.de. Contact: Ernst Heinrich Roth.Producer of high-quality violins, cellos, violas, and contra basses."

1,301

"RSA Design, Inc."

"22230 Ottawa Rd, Apple Valley, CA 92308-5782. Tel: (760) 247-4000. Fax: (760) 247-6444. Email: dgoates@rsadesign.com. Web: www.rsadesign.comOEM speaker cabinet, fixture, POP, and display manufacturer for the music industry. In August 2008, RSA relocated into a 42,000 sf facility. There are 3 Komo CNC routers to cut the parts with tight tolerances. Cabinets can be ordered just as parts, assembled and painted, assembled painted and wrapped in carpet or vinyl, or turn- key loaded, tested, and packaged to your specifications. Store fixtures and major displays are fabricated in Shanghai, China, in the new modern 350,000 sf facility"

2,028

"Rumark Video, Inc."

"P.O. Box 32689, R.P.O. Village Gate Richmond Hill, ON L4C 0A2 Tel: (905) 770-0998 Email: rumark@gmail.comRumark specializes in providing the music trade with the best in video music lessons featuring our Learning Classical Guitar series with Douglas Reach and Jazz Guitar Improvisation series with Barney Kessel. "

1,313

"SaintFishy’s Distribution, LLC"

"8059 Stage Hills Blvd., #102, Bartlett, TN 38133. Tel: (901) 383-6597, Fax: (901) 373-6640, Email: CatherineSFDist@bellsouth.net Contact: Catherine Dorosh.SaintFishy’s Distribution - a full line distribution company servicing the Independent Dealer, featuring entry level to high end guitars, band instruments and profitable accessories. Present lines include Aria, D’Aquisto, Vater, Coffin, Hornets, Danelectro and more."

1,314

"SALWENDER INTERNATIONAL, INC."

"1147 West Collins Avenue, Orange, CA92867-5445. Tel: (714) 538-1285. Fax: (714) 633-7881. Email: info@salwender.com. Web: www.salwender.com. Contact: Uwe Salwender. Brands: Diezel amplification, Human Base basses, Glockenklang bass amplification, Vigier guitars."

1,854

"SANKO INDUSTRIES CO., LTD."

"No. 1-2-12, Shinmachi, Nishi-ku, Osaka 550-0013, Japan. Tel: 011-81-6-6531-7546. Fax: 011-81-6-6531-7548. Email: piano@sankoind.co.jp. Web: www.sankoind.co.jp.Exporter of used Japanese pianos."

1,960

"Santorella Publications, Ltd."

"P.O. Box 60, Danvers, MA 01923. Toll-free order line:(877) 600-0049. Inquiries: (978) 750-0566. Fax: (978) 750-0572. Email: info@santopub.com Web: www.santorellapublication.com www.santorellapublications.com www.santopub.com www.royclarkguitars.com Contact: Tony Santorella An independent diverse, customer- oriented publisher that offers a unique assortment of method books, songbooks, collections, instrumental solos and sheet music ."

1,323

"SATORI STRINGS, INC."

"141 East St. Joseph Street, Arcada, CA 91006. Tel: (626) 446-0698. Toll-free: (800) 298-7998. Fax: (626) 446-2887. Email: info@amacviolins.com. Web: www.satoristrings.com.Distributor and maker of Satori fine stringed instruments: violins, violas cellos, and string basses, as well as cases, bows, and accessories. From fine rental instruments up to professional instruments."

1,961

"SCHAUM PUBLICATIONS, INC."

"10235 North Port Washington Road, Mequon, WI 53092. Tel: (262) 241-5013. Toll-free: (800) 733-2345. Fax: (262) 241-1063. Web: www.schaumpiano.net. Wesley Schaum, president; Jeff Schaum, secretary.Music for piano and electronic keyboard teaching."

1,330

"SCHERL & ROTH, a division of Conn-Selmer, Inc.-"

"P.O. Box 310, Elkhart IN 46515-0310. Tel: (574) 522-1675. Fax: (574) 295-0334. Email: custserv@conn-selmer.com. Web: www.conn-selmer.com. Scherl & Roth string instruments continue the rich legacy that began with a long line of respected German craftsmen. It was such a craftsman, with his eye on America, who laid the foundation for one of the most respected names in stringed instruments.Heinrich Roth was a seventh-generation violinmaker who worked with his father, Ernst Heinrich Roth, and his brother, Albert, in the family shop in Markneukirchen, Germany. Through the early 20th Century, the family had built a reputation for making fine string instruments and sold many to visiting Americans. In 1922, Heinrich was persuaded by his American customers and friends to come to the United States, bringing the experience and reputation of Roth instruments with him.After a few brief jobs in violin departments of other companies, Roth’s expertise led him to manage the Simson & Frey violin department, where his reputation grew throughout the United States and abroad. In 1932, upon the retirement of Herman Simsom, Roth teamed with Max Scherl to buy the Simson & Frey firm. They renamed it Scherl & Roth. In 1938, the company moved from New York to Cleveland, Ohio. After World War II, interest in string instruments bloomed as educators recognized the importance of developing school orchestra. Aiming to provide students with the finest instruments possible, Roth brought young, skilled violinmakers from Europe to his Cleveland violin shop. Under Roth’s guidance, these craftsmen established the finishing and adjusting techniques and standards to provide fine, affordable school instruments in large quantities. Those standards later became the basis for those adopted by Music Educator’s National Conference. It wasn’t long before Scherl & Roth became one of the largest string shops in the world as well as the nation’s largest supplier of string instruments and accessories. The entire Scherl & Roth line became recognized as the preferred choice of many leading educators.Today, Scherl & Roth is the traditional leader in beginning student instruments, having established the shop adjustment process over fifty years ago. The bodice selection and adjustment process creates a more forgiving instrument and lends itself to getting students off to a good start. Highly appropriate for beginning rental inventory, dealers and educators appreciate the long term value of having Scherl & Roth instruments to pass from one beginning class to another. Scherl & Roth instruments display the same standards Heinrich Roth brought over from Germany. The instruments remain a favorite of educators and students for their sound and construction, qualities honed and passed down through many generations."

1,333

"SCHILLING, JEAN & LEE"

"267 South Highway 32, P.O. Box 8, Cosby, TN 37722. Tel: (423) 487-5543. Email: lees@planetc.com. Folk-oriented stringed instruments, such as fretted and hammered dulcimers, bowed psalteries, folk harps, etc. Finished instruments, kits, builders’ supplies, accessories, instruction and song books, and recordings. Serving the wholesale trade."

1,962

"SCHIRMER, G., INC."

"Distributed by Hal Leonard Corporation, 7777 West Bluemound Road, Milwaukee, WI 53213. Tel: (414) 774-3630.Publisher of classical music, including the G. Schirmer Library of Music Classics."

1,773

"Schoenhut Piano Company, Inc."

"6480-B U.S. 1 Nortth, St. Augustine, FL32095. Tel: 888-414-2739, Fax: 904-823-9213, Email: info@toypiano.com, www.toypiano.com Contact: Renee Trinca Manufacturer of toy pianos."

1,338

"Scratch Pad, LLC"

"904 South Roselle Road #317, Schaumburg, IL 60193. Tel: (877) 728-6929. Fax: (425) 675-0951. Email: info@scratchpadusa.com. Web: www.scratchpadusa.com. Scratch Pad is an attractive, removable, no adhesive guitar finish protector."

1,347

"SELMER (PARIS), distributed in North Amerca by Conn-Selmer, Inc."

"P.O. Box 310, Elkhart IN 46515-0310. Tel: (574) 522-1675. Fax: (574) 295-0334. Email: custserv@conn-selmer.com. Web: www.conn-selmer.com. Henri and Alexandre Selmer won wide acclaim for instrument design at the 1904 World’s Fair in St. Louis. Today, Selmer (Paris) is recognized throughout the world as the defining producer of professional saxophones and it clarinet and trumpet models are found in professionals’ hands worldwide. Today’s newest “Reference” model saxophones are compared favorably to the best Selmer (Paris) has ever made. The new “Bird” series of collector’s editions continue to spark the imagination of saxophone players around the world.For well over a century, Selmer (Paris) continues to operate under the guidance of the Selmer family. The Selmer (Paris) name is, above all, linked with the saxophone, which represents more than half of it business. After the Cigar Cutter, the Balanced Action, the Mark VI, Mari VII all still sought-after models despite their ages the current Series II, Series III and Reference models dominate the world of saxophone.Clarinets, the first instruments made by the company, continue to impress the most critical of players. The current models (Rècital, Signature, Arthea) have already made their mark in clarinet history. Moreover, wind section clarinets (Mib, Alto, Basse, Contralto, Contrebasse) can be considered as the world’s most successful instruments of this kind. The “Brasses” department shows its innovation with the latest launching of baroque trumpets and new Sib and Ut (900TT, Chorus 80J), which cover both the orchestra and jazz worlds, serving a variety of musicians’ needs. Selmer (Paris) also provides an extensive array of professional-level accessories, including its famous clarinet and saxophone mouthpieces."

1,346

"SELMER, a division of Conn-Selmer, Inc."

"P.O. Box 310, Elkhart IN 46515-0310. Tel: (574) 522-1675. Fax: (574) 295-0334. Email: custserv@conn-selmer.com. Web: www.conn-selmer.com. Since 1918, Selmer USA woodwind instruments have been the leading choice of band directors for students and schools. Complementing the Selmer (Paris) offering of professional saxophones, clarinets and trumpets, Selmer USA instruments include high-quality flutes, clarinet, double reeds and saxophones at various price points. In 1918 Alexandre Selmer of the Paris firm awarded George Bundy the rights to distribute Selmer products in the United States. Having a strong position in the professional clarinet market, Bundy next set his sights on flutes. In 1920 Bundy hired George W. Haynes, the first in a family famous for flute making, to design the Selmer flute. Louis Lot flutes became the rage with professionals in the late 1920s. Selmer responded by offering a copy of a Louis Lot owned by Charles Selmer (first flutist with the Opera Comique and the Concerts Colonne Orchestras). To cement Selmer’s position in flutes, Bundy brought a young flute craftsman named Kurt Gemeinhardt to the United States from Markneukirchen, Germany. Bundy recognized the need to leave New York City in order to expand his manufacturing operations. By the 1920s Elkhart, Indiana, had established a reputation as the band instrument capital. Drawing on a skilled labor pool, the company was moved to Elkhart. American industry in the 1940s prospered from advancements in efficient and economical production methods and the newly developed field of plastics. Selmer combined these factors in 1948 to produce one of the first commercially successful molded clarinets the Bundy Resonite® model 1400. The 1400 was patterned after the famous Selmer (Paris) BT clarinet, used by such great artists as Benny Goodman. The Bundy Resonite clarinet launched a revolution in affordable, high quality musical instruments and established Selmer as an industry leader. The 1400 passed the one million-units-sold milestone in 1978 and continued to launch musical careers.The band instrument industry grew rapidly in the 1960s and 1970s as demand increased due to a “baby boom” in the number of school age children and the proliferation of school music programs throughout the United States. Selmer seized the opportunity to reinforce its position as an industry leader by skillful acquisitions including Vincent Bach Corporation (1961), Buescher Band Instrument Company (1963), Brilhart mouthpieces (1966), Lesher double reed instruments (1967), Glaesel String Instrument Service (1977), Ludwig Drum Company (1981), and Wm. Lewis & Son (1995). In 2002 The Selmer Company and C.G. Conn merged to form Conn-Selmer, Inc. and the Selmer name returned to its roots as the brand leader in woodwind instruments and close association with its Selmer (Paris) cousin. With new models for professional, student and amateur players, Selmer continues to grow in its position as the first name in woodwinds."

1,349

"SENSAPHONICS, INC."

"660 North Milwaukee Avenue, Chicago, IL 60622. Tel: (312) 432-1714. Toll-free: (877) 848-1714. Fax: (312) 432-1738. Email: saveyourears@sensaphonics.com. Web: www.sensaphonics.com. Contact: Michael Santucci."

1,351

"Shadow Electronics OF AMERICA, INC."

Toll-free: (877) 848-2624. Fax: (561) 743-0460. Email: dealers@shadow-pickups.com. Web: www.shadow-electronics.com. Contact: Joe Melchiorre.Nanoflex and NanoMAG pickups. Amplification for acoustic and electric instruments.

1,964

"Shawnee Press, Inc."

"1107 17th Ave. South, Nashville, TN 37212. Tele: (615) 320-5300. Toll-freeephone: (800) 962-8584. Fax: (615) 320-7306. Email: info@shawneepress.com. Web: www.shawneepress.com. "

1,364

"SIMAT COMPANY, INC."

"168 Jericho Turnpike, Mineola, NY 1150 2034. Tel: (516) 294-0514. Toll-free: (800) 543-4803. Fax: (516) 437-2317.Importer and distributor of musical instruments and accessories."

1,370

"SLINGERLAND DRUMS, A Division of Gibson Guitar Corp."

"309 Park Plus Boulevard, Nashville, TN 37217. Tel: (615) 871-4500. Fax: (615) 871-9862. Web: slingerland.com.Manufacturer of: Studio King; Radio King; Buddy Rich kit; Gene Krupa kit; custom kits."

1,372

"SLM MARKETPLACE (A division of Loud Tech, Inc.)"

"16220 Wood-Red Road NE, Woodinville, WA 98072-9061. Tel: (425) 487-4333. Toll-free: (800) 258-6883. Fax: (425) 487-4337. Web: www.loudtechinc.com"

1,375

"SMITH AUDIO, INC."

"231 Victory Drive, Massapequa Park, NY 11762. Tel: (516) 797-9543. Fax: (516) 797-8129. Email: info@smithproaudio.com. Web: www.smithaudio.com. Contact: Jeffrey Koeppicus.Smith Pro Audio subwoofers provide exceptional clarity, punch, and power, with high side/rear cancellation; three-way loudspeakers provide acoustically precise, high output, wide dispersion, long-throw audio."

1,966

"SMITH PUBLICATIONS, DAVID E."

"4826 Shabbona Road, Deckerville, MI 48427. Tel: (810) 376-9055. Toll-free (orders only): 800-0-SACRED. Fax: (810) 376-8429. Email: despub@greatlakes.net. Web: www.despub.com and www.churchmusic.biz. David E. Smith, manager. This company is dedicated to the production of quality musical arrangements for the instrumentalist in church, school, or personal use. Included are graded solos and ensembles for woodwind, brass, strings, and piano, as well as graded literature for orchestra and the concert band. The catalog consists of nearly 5,000 items by over 100 writers, including the full line of David E. Smith Publications, LLC: Majestic Music Publications, Psalm 150 Publications, Rich Heffler Music, River Song Productions, Ken Bauer Productions, Light Of The World Music and Stockton Music Services. Lines and Spaces is a company newsletter that is a free subscription and on www.despub.com where past issues are available. It deals with product, philosophy, and pedagogy for the Christian instrumentalist. Heritage I & II are band method supplements utilizing hymns and sacred songs that are sequenced to traditional band methods, Book One and Two. They will serve as a useful aid to Christian school or church conservatory program. Hymnsembles I-IV are collections of hymn arrangements in a multi-line, full-sized book designed to work with mix-’n’-match or unusual instrumentations, yet with the quality of full band or orchestra arrangements. Hymns for Multiple Instruments I & II are a series of multi-line parts in smaller-sized page format following an SATB format with optional counter-melody and obbligato lines. Volume II of Hymnsembles and Hymns for Multiple Instruments uses holiday music.David E. Smith Publications, LLC, is now the owner of Majestic Music Publications and Psalm 150 Publications and the exclusive distributor for Rich Heffler Music, River Song Productions, Ken Baurer Productions, and Light Of The World Music; distributor for Stockton Music Services and The Salvation Army; and, a dealer for many other sacred instrumental publishers. The new churchmusic.biz website is an abundant resource tool for searching out sacred instrumental music as well as pedagogical materials. It references around 6,000 items and contains sound clips and musical examples as well as product descriptions. Dealer inquiries are most welcome, and a free catalog is available to all for the asking, either in print form, on CD, or now downloadable on the newly redesigned www.despub.com"

1,383

"SONIC NETWORK, INC."

"561 Windsor Street, Suite A 402 Somerville, MA 02143. Tel: (617) 718-0202. Toll-free: (888) 577-9629. Fax: (617) 718-0227. Email: info@sonivoxrocks.com. Web: www.sonivoxrocks.com. Contact: Jennifer Hruska."

1,382

"SONIC, INC."

"3383 East Layton Avenue, Cudahy, WI 53110. Tel: (414) 483-5091. Fax: (414) 483-3344. Email: sonispkr@aol.com. Web: www.sonicspeaker.com. Contact: Gary Hahlbeck."

1,384

"SONOR DRUMS & PERCUSSION (Exclusive U.S. Distributor: Hohner, Inc.)"

"Mailing address: P.O. Box 15035, Richmond, VA 23227-0435. Shipping address: 1000 Technology Park Drive, Glen Allen, VA 23059-4500. Tel: (804) 515-1900. Faxes: (804) 515-0347 [sales] or (804) 515-0840 [marketing]. Email: info@hohnerusa.com. Web: www.sonor.com or www.hohnerusa.com. Sonor has been manufacturing top-quality drums since 1875 and offers SQ2, Delite, S-Class, and Force series kits for a variety of customized setups and price ranges. Since 1953 Sonor has produced a comprehensive range of Orff and percussion instruments currently distributed worldwide."

1,386

"Sonorus, Inc."

"366 Washington Street, Newburgh, NY 12550, Tel: (845) 562-6000. Fax: (845) 562-3794. Email: info@sonorus.com. Web: www.sonorus.com.Maker of Studi/O, a 16-channel digital audio interface for Windows PCs and Macintosh computers."

1,387

"SONY ELECTRONICS, PROFESSIONAL AUDIO DIVISION"

"1 Sony Drive, Park Ridge, NJ 07656. Tel: (201) 930-1000. Toll-free: (800) 686-7669. Fax: (201) 930-6307. Web: www.sony.com/proaudio. Sony Pro Audio offers a full line of professional equipment that ranges from high-end studio gear to home project studios. The product line consists of HiMD and Flash digital field recorders, digital portable mixers, A/V Powered Mixers, wired mics, wireless mic systems and professional studio headphones. "

1,389

"SOUND ENHANCER, INC."

"395 Sawdust Road, PMB 2142, The Woodlands, TX 77380. Tel: (281) 367-4561. Fax: (281) 681-0475. Email: trey@soundenhancer.com. Contact: Trey Smith."

1,397

"SOUNDTOYS, INC."

"225 Church Street, Burlington, VT 05401. Tel: (802) 951-9700. Email: mitch@soundtoys.com."

1,403

"SPECTOR BASS/STUART SPECTOR DESIGN, LTD."

"1450 Route 212, Saugerties, NY 12477. Toll-free: (800) 825-8810. Fax: (845) 246-0833. Email: sales@spectorbass.com. Web: www.spectorbass.com. Stuart Spector, president; P.J. Rubal, national sales manager."

1,404

"SPECTRAFLEX, INC."

"83 Lancelot Road, Defuniak Springs, FL 32433. Tel: (850) 892-3233. Toll-free: (800) 680-3539. Fax: (850) 892-3900. Email: dave@spectraflex.com. Web: www.spectraflex.com. Contact: Dave Russell."

1,407

"SPECTRUM SOUND, INC."

"3340 West 30th Street, Indianapolis, IN 46222-2105. Tel: (317) 923-7868. Fax: (317) 925-4166. Email: bill@spectrumsound.biz.The company repairs musical instrument and stereo speakers and supplies diaphragm-VC replacements. It also repairs all electronic instruments, p.a. electronics, lighting, and stage equipment."

1,411

"SPRATT WOODWIND SHOP, JACK"

"414 Tyler Avenue, Groton, CT 06340-6033. Tel: (860) 449-8696. Toll-free: (800) 626-9277. Fax: (860) 446-8570. Email: jacksprattwoodwindshop@discovernet.net. Web: www.sprattwoodwind.com.Manufacturer and distributor of reeds for all woodwind instruments, instruction books, supplies, and tools for making reeds and Lamott instruments, and disks."

1,412

"SQUIER MUSICAL INSTRUMENTS, A Division of Fender Musical Instruments Corporation"

"8860 East Chaparral Road #100, Scottsdale, AZ 85250. Tel: (480) 596-9690. Fax: (480) 596-1384. Web: www.fender.com/squier.The V.C. Squier company began as a string manufacturer; it has been a part of Fender Musical Instruments Corporation since the 1960s. Today FMIC’s Squier line of guitars, basses, amps, and pro audio gear offers one of the widest range of high-quality fretted instruments for value-conscious musician. See separate listing for Fender Musical Instruments Corporation in this section."

1,415

"SSI MANUFACTURING, INC."

"9615 Inter-Ocean Drive, Cincinnati, OH 45246. Tel: (513) 761-7757. Fax: (513) 761-2677. Email: ssimfg@fuse.net. Web: www.ssimfg.com. Robert Monday, president; Carl Thiem, vice president/plant manager.OEM manufacturing of guitar, bass, and sound reinforcement speaker cabinets and a variety of heavy-duty touring and production cases. SSI offers cabinet design, prototyping, and precision CNC cabinet production. Providing cabinet covering choices of carpet, vinyl, texture paint, and poly finishes."

1,424

"STANTON MAGNETICS, INC."

"3000 SW 42nd Street, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33312-6609. Tel: (954) 689-8833. Fax: (954) 689-8460. Email: info@stantonmagnetics.com. Web: www.stantondj.com and www.finalscratch.com.Stanton Magnetics is an industry leader in the design and manufacture of professional audio products for club and mobile DJs and turntablists. "

1,425

"Star Line Baton Company, Inc."

"P.O. Box 839, Monterey, TN 38574. Tel: (931) 839-7654. Fax: (931) 839-7827. Email: sales@starlinebaton.com. Web: www.starlinebaton.com.A leading manufacturer and distributor of twirling batons and accessories the Starlet, Comet, Venus, and Super Star twirling batons."

1,426

"STASH PICKS, Inc."

"7225 Knollwood Court, West Hills, CA 91307-1253. Tel: (818) 590-2554. Fax: (818) 704-9221. Email: info@stashpicks.com or david@stashpicks.com or curt@stashpicks.com. Web: www.stashpicks.com. Contact: David Rosenfeld.The Stash Picks P-O-P display contains 24 tins. Each tin contains two of each of the five pick styles: Fat Boy, Diamond Back, Wicked Pick, Double Pick, and Tri-Tip."

1,781

"STEINBERG, GERH."

"c/o Piano Empire, Inc., 13370 East Firestone Boulevard #A, Santa Fe Springs, CA 90670. Tel: (562) 926-1906. Toll-free: (800) 576-3463. Fax: (562) 926-0577. Email: info@pianoempire.com. Web: www.steinbergpiano.com. Chris Vance, president."

1,427

"STEINBERGER SOUND CORPORATION, A Division of Gibson Musical Instruments"

"309 Park Plus Boulevard, Nashville, TN 37210-3781. Tel: (615) 872-8420. Toll-free: (800) 743-6456. Fax: (615) 872-8475. Web: steinberger.gibson.net URL."

1,429

"STELLING BANJO WORKS, LTD."

"7258 Banjo Lane, Afton, VA 22920-2153. Tel: (434) 295-1917. Toll-free: (800) 5-STRING. Fax: (434) 971-8309. Email: stelling@stellingbanjo.com. Web: www.stellingbanjo.com. Contact: Sherry D. Stelling.Manufacturer and wholesaler of banjos, mandolins, and accessories. "

1,436

"STICK ENTERPRISES, INC."

"6011 Woodlake Avenue, Woodland Hills, CA 91367-3238. Tel: (818) 884-2001. Fax: (818) 883-0668. Email: stick@earthlink.net. Web: www.stick.com.Manufacturer of The Stick, The Chapman Stick, Patch of Shades, The Grid, Touchboard, The Block, Stick Bass, Grand Stick."

1,447

"STRUNAL AMERICA, INC."

"P.O. Box 1429, Mountainside, NJ 07092. Tel: (908) 301-1366. Toll-free: (800) 721-7878. Fax: (908) 301-1367. Email: amati_strunal@msn.com. Web: WWW.Strunal.CZ. Rana Singh, president.Strunal America, Inc., is the U.S. subsidiary of Europe’s largest stringed instruments factory, Strunal s.r.o. from Luby, Czech Republic.The large and well balanced assortment of Strunal’s instruments consists of student, intermediate, and professional violins, violas, cellos, and double basses. The student instruments accommodate any rental and school bid needs. The intermediate and professional stringed instruments meet requirements of talented students who are looking for a reasonably priced step-up model.Strunal America, Inc., also imports and distributes Strunal Classical GuitarsStrunal America, Inc., the U.S. subsidiary of the Czech Strunal factory, is the exclusive importer and distributor."

1,452

"SUMMIT AUDIO, INC."

"P.O. Box 326, Gardnerville, NV 89410. Tel: (775) 782-8838. Fax: (775) 782-8350. Email: sound@summitaudio.com. Web: www.summitaudio.com. Contact: Paul Grove. An industry-leading firm for over 20 years, manufacturing high-quality vacuum tube and solid-state signal processors, including preamps, compressors, equalizers, and DIs."

1,453

"Sumner Company, W.S."

"4819 Main Street, Skokie, IL 60077-2508. Tel and fax: (847) 673-3812. Email: info@bandandorch.com. Web: www.bandandorch.com. Manufacturer of Sumner Acousticut mouthpieces and reeds for saxophone and clarinet."

1,460

"SUPERSCOPE TECHNOLOGIES, INC."

"1508 South Batavia Avenue, Geneva, IL 60134. Tel: (630) 232-8900. Toll-free: (866) 371-4773. Fax: (630) 232-8905. Web: www.superscopetechnologies.com.Manufacturer of Superscope products. Music practice tools comprising CD players and CD recorders. Superscope’s innovative musical practice tools are revolutionizing music rehearsal and performance. our portable CD recording systems are favorites amongst musicians and music educators everywhere."

1,462

"SUPERSLICK PRODUCTS, A Division of American Way Marketing, LLC."

"P.O. Box 1681, Elkhart, IN 46515. Tel: (574) 295-6633. Toll-free: (800) 331-0664. Fax: (574) 293-9888. info@americanwaymktg.com.Maker of a complete line of band instrument creams and lubricants, including trombone slide cream, Plus slide additive, valve oil, bore oil, cork grease, the unique needle-point key and rotor oiler, Slickits, and tuning slide grease, mouthpiece and valve brushes for woodwind and brass instruments, and a complete line of chamois, fake chamois, and handkerchief swabs for woodwind instruments.Superslick offers no-nonsense Care Kits for brass and woodwind instruments, each containing top-quality items from the Superslick line, from HW Products, Micro, American Plating and others. Kits are boxed or bagged with header, with Superslick brand or dealer imprint for a minimum of 50 assorted kits."

1,466

"SWITCHCRAFT, INC."

"5555 North Elston Avenue, Chicago, IL 60630. Tel: (773) 792-2700. Fax: (773) 792-2129. Email: sales@switchcraft.com. Web: www.switchcraft.com."

1,468

"SYMETRIX, INC."

"640A 216th Street SW, Mountlake Terrase, WA 98043-2093. Tel: (425) 773-3040. Toll-free: (800) 288-8855. Fax: (425) 787-3211. Web: symetrixaudio.com. Dane Butcher, president; Jon Bosaw, director of sales and marketing; Sherri Swingle, marketing administrator."

1,474

"Synthax, Inc."

"5111 Market Street, Boardman, OH 44512. Tel: (330) 259-0308, Email: 330-259-0315, Email: tom@synthax.com, Contact: Tom Sailor Exclusive US and Canadian distributor of RME digital audio solutios, Alva cables and AXON products. "

1,499

"T.G., Inc."

"P.O. Box 508, 97A Brim Blvd Chambersburg, PA 17201 Tel: 717-262-0010 Toll Free: 877-262-0018 Fax: 717-263-5038 Email: tonyg@tgimi.com Web: www.treganguitars.comManufacturer and distributor of Tregan Guitars brand of guitars and basses to the music industry."

1,856

"Takemoto Piano Co., Ltd."

"Takemoto Building 1-5-10, Sakaebashi, Sakai-shi, Osaka 590-0971, Japan. Telephone: 011-81-72-232-3374. Fax: 011-81-72-232-5775. Email: info@used-piano.com. Web: www.used-piano.com. Toshihiro Hatanaka, sales. Leading used piano exporter in Japan, mainly dealing with Japanese brands such as Yamaha and Kawai. More than 500 pianos are always available in stock."

1,478

"Taloose Group, Inc."

"(Makers of POWER Wrist Builders)1434 Corte De Rosa San Jose, CA 95120 Tel: 800-645-6673 Email: taloose@taloose.com Contact: Terry Loose. The World’s Ultimate Practice Sticks are designed to increase a drummer’s wrist strength, agility, and endurance. Highest quality SOLID aluminum & SOLID brass materials. 2.4 ounces (57 grams) to 28 ounces (795 grams) "

1,482

"Tamarkin Company, Inc "

"177 Rowley Street #2, Winsted, CT 06098. Tel: (860) 379-4765. Toll-free: (800) 521-5464. Fax: (860) 379 4834. Email: tamarkinmusic@aol.com. www.tamarkincompany.net Contact: John Macbeth, president. Distributor of musical instruments and accessories."

1,483

"TANGLEWOOD GUITARS/Musiquip, Inc."

"325 Boulevard Bouchard, Dorval, Québec H9S 1A9, Canada. Tel: (514) 780-2070. Toll-free: 866-832-8679. Fax: (514) 780-2111. Email: sales@tanglewoodguitars.com. Web: www.tanglewoodguitars.com. Jeff Sazant, vice president; Corrine Cadorette, sales coordinator.Distributors for Tanglewood in the U.S.A. Tanglewood Guitars is a full line of quality acoustic and electro-acoustic guitars covering all popular price points. Three series: Indiana, Sundance, and the new mid-priced Premier guitars."

2,031

"Tannoy NORTH AMERICA, INC."

"335 Gage Avenue #1, Kitchener, ON N2M 5E1. Tel: (519) 745-1158. Fax: (519) 745-2364. Email: inquiries@tannoyna.com. Web: www.tannoy.com.A leading innovator of premium audio solutions utilizing current-edge acoustic, electronic, and digital expertise."

1,485

"TAYE, INC."

"13924 Mountain Avenue, Chino, CA 91710-9018. Tel: (909) 628-9589. Fax: (909) 628-1799. Email: info@tayedrums.com. Web: www.tayedrums.com. Taye distributes Taye drums and musical products directly from its strategically located southern California facility. Over 30 years of Innovation and still beating Strong. Taye Drum can truthfully claim that it does everything in house. From shell making to chroming to crafting those wonderful mirror lacquer finishes. Its comprehensive website gives complete information on Taye drums, cymbals, hardware, drumheads, and percussion parts and accessories."

1,490

"TCH, INC."

"1370 William Street #4, Buffalo, NY 14206. Toll-free: (800) 465-6281. Fax: (716) 892-4302. Email: craigw@tchweb.com. Web: www.tchweb.com. Contact: Craig Wilcox.Road case and speaker cabinet hardware; foam."

1,496

"Telex Communications, Inc."

"12000 Portland Avenue South, Burnsville, MN 55337. Tel: (952) 884-4051. Toll-free: (800) 392-3497. Fax: (952) 884-0043. Email: prosound@telex.com. Web: www.telex.com."

1,039

"The Music People, Inc."

"154 Woodlawn Road #C, Berlin, CT 06037. Tel: (860) 829-9229. Toll-free tel: (800) 289-8889. Fax: (860) 828-1353. Email: sales@musicpeopleinc.com. Web: www.musicpeopleinc.com. James R. Hennessey, president. The Music People! (TMP) is a Shure Premier distributor. TMP is an improter and national distributor of musical accessories, as well as the largest single distributor/suppli er of microphone lines in the United States. These microphone lines include: AKG, Astatic, Audio-Technica, Audix, Beyerdynamic, CAD Equitek, Countryman, Crown, EV, Sennheiser, Shure, Sony, and Telex. TMP also distributes many other pro audio and accessory lines, including: Alesis, Amplivox, Anchor, Art, Ashly , Atlas Soundolier, Bi-Amp, Celestion, Community Sound, DAS Sound Products, Denon, dbx Professional Products. Earthworks, FBT, Fender Pro Audio, Fostex, Furman, Galaxy Audio, Gemini, Grundorf, HHb, Hot Wires Inter- M, JVC, Lexicon, LittLite, Marantz, Nady Systems, Numark, On-Stage Stands, Philips, Pro Co, Rane, Raxxess, RDL, Rolls, Sabine, Samson, Schaller, Soundcraft, Sound Advance, Sprint, Symetrix, Tascam, TEAC, TOA, Whirlwind, Williams Sound Corp., and Zoom. TMP owns trademarks for and markets the following brands: On-Stage Stands (microphone, guitar, keyboard, speaker, rack/amp. d.j. lighting, and orchestra stands); Flip-It (spring-loaded guitar stands); Posi-Lok (locking microphone support accessories); On- Stage Sticks (drum sticks and bags); On-Stage Gear (premium small goods essential to the use and care of stage and studio gear); Audio Spectrum (microphones); and Hot Wires (instrument, speaker, and microphone cables).to come"

1,508

"THUMPERS, LLC"

"P.O. Box 7, Joyce, WA 98343. Tel and fax: (360) 928-3786. Toll-free: 877-767-2910. Email: thumpers@ureach.com. Web: www.thumpertech.com. Contact: Robin Dewey.Bass drum dampeners and recording devices."

1,517

"TOA ELECTRONICS, INC."

"601 Gateway Boulevard #300, South San Francisco, CA 94080. Tel: (650) 588-2538. Toll Free: (800) 733-7088 Fax: (650) 588-3349. Email: info@toaelectronics.com. Web: www.toaelectronics.com."

1,519

"TOKAI GAKKI CO., LTD."

"2-26-10 Enshuhama 2-chome, Hamamatsu 430-0835, Japan. Tel: 011-81-53-425-2800. Fax: 011-81-53-426-1574. Email: tokaijp@fmwbs.jp Web: www2.wbs.ne.jp/tokai. Shohei Adachi, president."

1,522

"Tom Barth’s Music BoX, INC."

"19 State Route 10 East #1-3, Succasunna, NJ 07876-1749. Tel: (973) 927-6711. Fax: (973) 927-6711. Email: njluck@aol.com. Web: www.tombarthsmusicbox.com and www.tommyhawkguitars.com.Established in 1971, this company makes the TommyHawk guitars. Original TommyHawk: 24” length, 17” scale. This is the little guitar shop where guitar makers Bob Benedetto, John Suhr, and Bruce Kunkel got their start."

1,530

"TOTAL BRAND DELIVERY, a division of Corprint, Inc."

"4936 Verdugo Way, P.O. Box 338, Camarillo, CA 93012. Tel: (818) 883-8111. Fax: (818) 887-8877. Web: www.TotalBrandDelivery.com.The complete solution for development and fulfillment of integrated channel marketing programs."

1,532

"TPR ENTERPRISES, LTD."

"644 Fayette Avenue, Mamaroneck, NY 10543. Tel: (914) 698-1141. Fax: (914) 698-9419.Fiber optic lighting and club lighting"

1,534

"TRACER TECHNOLOGIES, INC."

"PO Box 189, Windsor, PA 17366. Tel: (717) 764-9240. Toll Free Tel: 866 260 6376 Fax: (717) 764-9254. Email: info@tracertek.com. Web: www.tracertek.com."

1,535

"TradeLink AMERICA, LLC"

"50 Alpine Way #100, South Huntington, NY 11746. Tel: (631) 549-5400. Fax: (631) 549-3370. Email: mikeh@tradelinkamerica.com and mval@tradelinkamerica.com. Web: www.tradelinkamerica.com. Contacts: Mike Hennessey, Michael Val.A diverse company that consists of two divisions: an international manufacturer’s rep firm currently representing CAD mics, Hartke, Samson, Tama, Ibanez, and other brands in various countries around the world; and a U.S. distribution firm, currently the exclusive U.S. distributor of Topp Pro gig bags and Work crank-up lighting lifts."

1,537

"TRAVEL WELLNESS, INC."

"P.O. Box 1188, Lyons, CO 80540. Tel: (866) 823-5072. Fax: (303) 459-4594 . Email: ocea@travelwellness.com. Web: www.travelwellness.com. Contact: Ocea Deaton."

1,550

"Tri-TecHNICAL SYSTEMS, INC."

"3162 Cedar Crest Ridge, Dubuque, IA 52003. Tel: (563) 556-3556. Fax: (563) 556-0405. Email: sales@aimsi.biz. Web: www.aimsi.biz. Contacts: David Cox.Developer of AIMsi, a complete POS and accounting system for music retailers."

1,544

"Triad Products, InC."

"17711 Cricket Hill Drive, Germantown, MD 20874. Tel: (301) 524-9939. Toll-free: 866-786-3225. Fax: (301) 590-0984. Email: jason@standback.net. Web: www.standback.net. Contact: Jason Robling.Manufacturer of the Standback amp stand, a simple yet ingenious way to tilt your amp back without having to raise it off the floor. "

1,545

"Trick Percussion Products, Inc."

"17 E. University Drive, Arlington Heights, IL 60004. Tel: 847.342.2019, Fax: 847.342.5001, email: mike@trickdrums.com web: www.trickdrums.com, Michael Dorfman, CEO/president. Manufacturer of Trick Alloy Shell drumsets and snare drums, Pro 1 -V and Dominator bass drum pedals. Trick drum polish, guitar polish, cymbal polish, piano polish. Global Rhythm products. Trick GS007 cam-operated, helical groove throw-off. Millusion machined finishes for drums, guitars, and accessories. "

1,552

"TROPICAL MUSIC EXPORT ENTERPRISES, INC."

"6850 SW 81st Terrace, Miami, FL 33143-7712. Tel: (305) 740-7454. Fax: (305) 740-7456. Email: sales@tropicalmusic.com. Web: www.tropicalmusic.com. Contact: Peter Marrero.Export distributor of top brand-name products and OEM provider of assorted products; serving Latin America, U.S.A., The Americas, Europe, and Asia."

1,556

"Twanger, Inc."

"450 Witchcat Road, Enosburg Falls, VT 05450. Tel: (802) 933-2481. Toll-free: (888) 944-2481. Fax: (802) 933-6355. Email: twanger@together.net. Web: www.twanger.com. Contact: Kathy Steele"

1,572

"U.S. AUDIO, A Division of Whirlwind Music Distributors Inc."

"99 Ling Road, Rochester, NY 14612. Tel: (585) 663-8820. Fax: (585) 865-8930. Emai1: sales@whirlwindusa.com. Web: www.whirlwindusa.com.Manufacturer of: broadcast mixers and portable mixer systems; headphone monitor systems; and active Press Box audio distribution systems."

1,573

"U.S. BAND & ORCHESTRA SUPPLIES, INC."

"1933 Woodson Road, St. Louis, MO 63114-5679. Tel: (314) 429-3439, Toll-free tel: (800) 844-9653. Fax: (314) 429-3255. Toll-free fax: 866-5-USBAND (866-587-2263). Web: www.usbandsupplies.com. Mark Ragin, president. Over 7000 products from 150 of the worlds leading brands in band, orchestra, and combo. 106 page, full color dealer catalog and price list available."

1,562

"Ultrasone of America, LLC"

"220 2nd Avenue South, Franklin, TN 37064. Tel: (615) 599-4719. Fax: (615) 599-5493. Email: ckelly@ultrasoneusa.com. Contact: Cathy Kelly."

1,567

"UNISON/NARITA INDUSTRIAL CO., LTD."

"17, Lane 2140 S., Kuang Hsing Road, Taiping City, Taichung Hsing, Taiwan. Fax: 011-886-4-2270-5417. Email: info@unisonsax.com. Web: www.unisonsax.com. Contact: Gregory Lai.Maker of a complete line of high-quality saxophones."

1,570

"Universal Laser Systems, Inc. "

"7845 E. Paradise Lane, Scottsdale, AZ 85260. Tel: (480) 483-1214. Toll- free: (800) 859-7033. Fax: (480) 315- 3630. Email: moreinfo@ulsinc.com. Web: www.ulsinc.com. Contact: Mike Dulac. A leading manufacturer of CO2 laser engraving, cutting, and marking systems. Systems accommodate a wide variety of materials like acrylic, wood, glass, rubber, fabric, and more. Systems are used in many industries, including awards/recognition, woodworking, sign making, and industrial marking. "

1,571

"UNIVERSAL PERCUSSION, INC."

"1431 Heck Road, Columbiana, OH 44408-9599. Tel: (330) 482-5750. Toll-free: (800) 282-0110. Toll-free fax: (800) 979-DRUM. Web: www.universalpercussion.com, www.wuhancymbals.com, and www.attackdrumheads.com.Established in 1977, Universal Percussion has grown to become a leading distributor of major percussion brands including: Pro-Mark, Vic Firth, Vater, Regal-Tip, Zildjian, Drum Workshop, Keller Shells, Ayotte, Black Swamp, Slug Percussion, Puresound, Mike Balter, Innovative Percussion, TreeWorks, Sound Off, Real Feel, Camber, Holz, Hot Sticks, Trick Percussion, Danmar, and hundreds of drum books and DVDs. The company’s proprietary brands are: Attack drumheads, Cannon products, Jamm, MX500, and Wuhan cymbals and gongs. Also the exclusive distributor of Bosphorous and Beato Bags. Call for free 220-page drum catalog."

1,576

"UV III SYSTEMS, INC."

"21 Governor Avenue, Bellingham, MA 02019. Tel: (508) 883-4881. Toll-free tel: (800) 398-5456. Fax: (508) 376-4748. Email: sales@uv3.com. Web: www.uv3.com. Contact: Gordon Knight. A full line of Economical UV curing systems geared towards curing UV coatings on musical instruments in minutes."

1,578

"VALENTICH, JOSEPH, MUSICAL STRINGS"

"105 Hemlock Lane, Monroeville, PA 15146. Tel: (412) 823-8739.Joseph Valentich specializes in making strings for ethnic fretted instruments."

1,580

"VALUETONE MUSICAL SUPPLY, INC."

"12901 Ramona Boulevard #I, Irwindale, CA 91706. Tel: (626) 856-0889. Toll-free: 877-389-0808. Fax: (626) 869-0235. Email: valuetone@yahoo.com. Web: www.valuetonemusic.com.Valuetone offers a full line of high-quality student and professional band orchestral instruments."

1,581

"Vam Acoustics, Inc."

"5807 Meadowgreene Dr., Waterford, MI. 48327. Tel: 248-293-6509. Email: byron@vamacoustics.com. www.vamacoustics.com"

1,582

"VANDOREN PARIS-c/o DANSR, Inc."

"818 W. Evergreen Ave., Chicago, IL 60642. Tel: 312-475-0464,. Toll-free: (888) 707-4455, Fax: 312-475-0958. Vandoren has long been famous for the manufacture of high quality reeds, mouthpieces, and accessories for woodwind instruments. All Vandoren reeds for woodwind instruments are made exclusively with the finest French cane, grown in the company’s own cane fields in the south of France. Sophisticated machinery enables the company to adhere to extremely precise reed-cutting tolerances while producing tens of thousands of high-quality reeds per day. Vandoren is also a renowned producer of world-class mouthpieces for clarinet and saxophone. Vandoren mouthpiece production combines an ideal synthesis between manufacturing prowess and individual attention. A portion of the mouthpiece manufacturing process requires that highly skilled personnel finish the products by hand. Vandoren products are available for the entire clarinet and saxophone families, oboe, English horn, and bassoon. DANSR, Inc., began distributing Vandoren products in the United States in July 2004 and shares responsibility with Vandoren in marketing. Aggressive marketing strategies, advertising placement, artist support, and trade show presence at many regional educator/trade shows bring the Vandoren product line directly to consumers and music educators. "

1,583

"VATER PERCUSSION, INC."

"270 Centre Street, Holbrook, MA 02343. Tel: (781) 767-1877. Fax: (781) 767-0010. Email: info@vater.com. Web: www.vater.com. Contact: Alan J. Vater.Manufacturer of a full range of drumsticks, mallets, and percussion accessories."

1,586

"VERISONIC, INC."

"3383 F Industrial Boulevard, Bethel Park, PA 15102-2543. Tel: (412) 831-3343. Toll-free: (888) 39-DRUMS. Fax: (412) 434-0160. Email: info@verisonicsticks.com. Web: www.verisonicsticks.com. Thomas J. Kikta Jr., president.Manufacturer of: VeriSonic patented drumsticks with aluminum shaft and plastic tip, with hollow open end; a bell lyra mallet; and six models of drum brushes."

1,587

"VERITAS INSTRUMENT RENTAL, INC."

"10720 Park Boulevard #F, Seminole, FL 33772-5461. Tel: (727) 541-6900. Toll-free: (800) 578-9724. Toll-free fax: (800) 446-9317. Email: affiliate@veritas-online.com. Web: www.veritas-online.com.Brands: Buffet, Besson, J. Keilwerth, Holton, Vito, Yanagisawa, Bach, Selmer, King, Conn, Artley, Armstrong, Benge, Emerson, Gemeinhardt, Regent, Josef Reiter, Knilling, Paesold, Schroetter, Glaesel, Hermann Beyer."

1,590

"VIC FIRTH, INC."

"Boston/Dedham Commerce Park, 65 Sprague Street, Boston, MA 02136. Tel: (617) 364-6869. Fax: (617) 364-2571. Email: info@vicfirth.com. Web: www.vicfirth.com. Vic Firth, chairman; Mark Dyke, director of sales and marketing.Vic Firth was the principal timpanist with the Boston Symphony Orchestra for over 50 years, which led to his unwavering dedication to making the best-quality drumsticks and mallets available. The world’s largest and leading manufacturer of drumsticks and mallets offers a wide range of products, including mallets for timpani, vibraphone, xylophone, and bells; sticks for snare drum, drumset, and indoor and outdoor drum corps. Registered lines include: American Classic, American Custom, American Sound, American Jazz, American Heritage, World Classic, Soundpower, Signature Corpsmaster, Brian Mason Corpsmaster, Jeff Lee Corpsmaster, and Corpsmaster.In addition, Vic Firth has worked with the top drummers in the world to offer the Signature Series and International Signature Series featuring custom designs from Steve Gadd, Steve Smith, Dave Weckl, Peter Erskine, Alex Gonzales, and Jojo Meyer, to name just a few. Corpsmaster signature sticks feature custom designs from Ralph Hardimon, Scott Johnson, Tom Aungst, and Jeff Queen. Signature keyboard mallets are designed by Ney RosauroTerry Gibbs, Gary Burton, Victor Mendoza, and Stefon Harris, to name a few.Vic Firth also offers a complete line of Rutes, brushes, and blades, as well as first-quality and economy private label sticks made from hickory. For a new catalog, call the company or visit its web."

1,591

"Victor Products, inc."

"3450 Stoddard Road, Pensacola, FL 32526. Tel: (850) 941-8431. Toll-free: (800) 241-5268. Email: fred-toni@mindspring.com. Web: www.victorcapo.com. Contact: Fred Veenschoten. Product line includes capos: precision worm gear drive capos for all string instruments."

1,597

"VINCENT BACH, a division of Conn-Selmer, Inc."

"P.O. Box 310, Elkhart IN 46515-0310. Tel: (574) 522-1675. Fax: (574) 295-0334. Email: custserv@conn-selmer.com. Web: www.conn-selmer.com. Vincent Bach, in combining his unique talents as both a musician and an engineer, created brass instruments that remain the sound choice of artists worldwide. Born Vincent Schrotenbach in Vienna during 1890, initial musical training was received on the violin. However, young Vincent preferred the majestic sounds of the trumpet and eventually switched. Also displaying an aptitude in science, Vincent graduated from the Maschinenbauschule with an engineering degree. His heart remained in music, leaving an engineering career for an uncertain future in music. Success soon followed as he toured throughout Europe, adopting the stage name of Vincent Bach while in England.Through a series of events, Vincent arrived in New York City during World War I with $5.00 in his pockets. Initial vaudeville theater work was secured through connections with Oscar and Arthur Hammerstein. A letter in 1914 to conductor Karl Muck resulted in an audition and a position with the Boston Symphony. The following season Vincent served as first trumpet in the Metropolitan Opera House opera and ballet orchestras, performing in the American premiere of Stravinsky’s Petroushka and Firebird. While on tour in Pittsburgh, a repairman convinced Vincent that he could improve his mouthpiece. After ruining the mouthpiece, Vincent experienced difficulty in finding a suitable replacement. He now recognized the need by brass players for high-quality mouthpieces. Initially Vincent remodeled old mouthpieces and made new ones in the back of the Selmer Music Store in New York City.In 1918 he invested $300 for a foot-operated lathe and office at 11 East 14th Street and set about the business of making mouthpieces, continuing part-time at the Rivoli Theater. Offers of $50 were received for Bach mouthpieces. (Mouthpieces at the time sold for $1.50.) From that point on the business grew rapidly. The first Bach ads appeared in The Metronome during the early 1920s. Not one to be discouraged by an initial slow sales response, Vincent changed the ad headline to read “How To Become A Wizard On The Cornet Without Practicing,” to which he received over $500 in orders during the first seven days. The first trumpets were produced in 1924. Musicians frequently commented, “This is a real ‘Stradivarius’ of a trumpet,” hence the brand name Bach Stradivarius. Trombones followed in 1928, a risky time for Vincent to expand with the stock market crash, bank failures, and the ensuing Great Depression.However, a strong demand remained for Bach instruments and mouthpieces due to their superior design, high quality, and prompt service.During his career Vincent served as president of the National Association of Band Instrument Manufacturers (NABIM). In 1961, at the age of 71, the company was placed for sale. Despite receiving 12 other offers for the company, some with even higher bids, Vincent chose The Selmer Company. Having developed a close relationship with Selmer and George Bundy over the years, he felt that Selmer would best expand upon his foundations. All tooling and machinery was moved to Selmer’s operations in Elkhart, Indiana, with Vincent assisting in the training. Original designs and blueprints have been carefully preserved in manufacturing the sound choice of professionals. When The Selmer Company was merge with C.G. Conn to form Conn-Selmer, Inc., commitment to Mr. Bach vision was not only recognized, but strictly adhered.In 1965 Vincent Bach wrote, “My recent visit to your Bach plant surprised me. I did not expect it to be so well-organized and expertly managed. You have an excellent staff and competent artisans who appear to be very capable and intensely interested in their work. They are very successfully interpreting my drawings and eager to continue the Bach Tradition.” This testimony to the commitment to deliver Mr. Bach’s vision with every Bach instrument produced continues to this day. Over 30 years after his death, Conn-Selmer has had the unique opportunity to examine the entire process of Bach instrument production as if looking through the eyes of the man himself, by revisiting his drawings and plans. By devoting its manufacturing techniques to the types of processes Mr. Bach recommended, Conn-Selmer continues to create instruments that were precisely what Vincent Bach envisioned and what today’s players continue to demand."

1,598

"Vinpower, Inc."

"817 South Palm Avenue Alhambra, CA 91803. Tel: (626) 282-3300. Fax: (626) 282-6690. Email: ryansf@vinpowerdigital.com. Contact: Ryan Swerdloff."

1,603

"VirtuosoWorks, InC."

"201 South Elm Street #300, Greensboro, NC 27401. Tel: (336) 275-2994. Toll-free tel; 866-398-2994. Fax: (336) 275-9654. Email: customerservice@notionmusic.com. Web: www.virtuosoworks.com. Contact: Jim Boitnott.Maker of Notion, the first completely integrated package of its kind to take composition from notation to instant concert quality playback."

1,605

"VISUAL EFFECTS, INC."

"3946 Merritt Avenue, Bronx, NY 10466-2502. Tel: (718) 324-0011. Toll-free: (800) 422-3639. Fax: (718) 324-0300. Email: info@visualeffectsinc.com. Web: www.visualeffectsinc.com. Contacts: Tom Murphy, Henry Kwitel, Gregg Lloyd.Manufacturer and importer of DJ, special effects, intelligent, and theatrical lighting and accessories."

1,607

"Vitali Import Co, Inc"

"13020 Whittier Boulevard, Whittier, CA 90602-3045. Tel: (562) 698-6508. Toll-free: (800) 325-8154. Fax: (562) 698-2429. Email: lcraven@vitaliimport.com. Web: www.vitaliimport.com Importer of a complete line of quality accessories for orchestral string instruments. Aubert, Dorfler,Glasser, Jargar, Kun, Larsen, Pirastro, Prim, Thomastik-Infeld, Supersensitive, Wittner. "

1,608

"VITO, a division of Conn-Selmer, Inc."

"P.O. Box 310, Elkhart IN 46515-0310. Tel: (574) 522-1675. Fax: (574) 295-0334. Email: custserv@conn-selmer.com. Web: www.conn-selmer.com. The history of Vito band instruments, dates to the last months of World War II and a chance meeting between Léon Leblanc and Vito Pascucci.Born in Kenosha, Vito Pascucci showed a marked interest in music and played cornet in the Kenosha High School band. He became fascinated with the construction and design of musical instruments and learned their repair as a summer apprentice at the Frank Holton Company and later operated an instrument-repair shop at his brother’s music store.In 1943 Pascucci was called into the armed forces. His instrument-repair skills were rewarded when he was assigned as a trumpeter and repairman to Army Field Bands, then to the Army Air Corps Band, led by Glenn Miller. He began with the Miller band in New Haven, Connecticut, then traveled with them to Europe. Miller’s untimely death put an end to those plans, but when the band was sent to newly liberated France, Vito paid a visit to G. Leblanc Cie., and his guide that day was Léon Leblanc. After service discharge in 1946 Pascucci returned to Kenosha, where Mr. Leblanc asked him to establish a foothold for the French company in America.In the 1950s, due to an ever-growing school market, demand for Leblanc instruments in the United States was far greater than the French concern could meet, so Leblanc began producing plastic-bodied clarinets in Kenosha.The Vito line of musical instruments was thus born, thrusting Leblanc to the forefront of the student clarinet market. In 1951 construction of Leblanc’s Kenosha factory was completed, a plant that to this day provides a model for the industry in its modern equipment, efficient operation and attractive appearance. Ever-increasing production called for the factory’s subsequent expansion in 1953, 1960 and 1966 and 1999.In 2004 Leblanc was acquired by Conn-Selmer, Inc. a division of Steinway Musical Instruments (NYSE:LVB). The Vito line of student instruments expanded to include student flutes, clarinets, oboes, trumpets and trombones. "

1,609

"Vocalbooth.com, InC."

"P.O. Box 6569, Bend, OR 97708. Tel: (541) 330-6045. Fax: (801) 659-2475. Email: info@vocalbooth.com. Web: www.VocalBooth.com. Contact: Calvin Mann.VocalBooth.com, Inc. specializes in the manufacture of modular acoustic enclosures, sound rooms and isolation booths. "

1,614

"VOTAW TOOL COMPANY, INC."

"1559 North National Avenue, Springfield, MO 65803-3843. Tel (417) 865-7509. Toll-free (800) 894-8665. Fax (417) 862-7165. Toll-free fax (800) 894-7165. Email info@votawtool.com. Web www.votawtool.com. Votaw Tool Company offers the professional repair technician a comprehensive selection of high-quality, innovative tools for brass and woodwind repair as well as a complete assortment of supplies including saxophone, clarinet, and flute pads, cork and felt products, finishing products, case hardware, instrument replacement parts, and more."

1,615

"VOX Amplification Ltd. c/o Korg U.S.A., Inc.,"

"316 South Service Road, Melville, NY 11747. Tel: (631) 390-6500. Fax: (631) 390-6501. Web: www.voxamps.com Vox is exclusively distributed in the United States by Korg U.S.A. Product range includes JamVOX;Valvetronix series modeling amplifiers; Heritage series amps; ToneLab LE amp and effects modelers; AC30 Custom Classic series amplifiers; Classic Plus amplifiers;Virage guitars; Pathfinder amps; Cooltron pedals; wah-wah and volume pedals; foot controllers, and bass and guitar cables"

1,659

"W.L. GORE & ASSOCIATES, INC."

"201 Airport Road, Elkton, MD 21921. Toll-free: (800) 367-5533. Fax: (410) 996-8585. Email: elixirstrings@wlgore.com. Web: www.elixirstrings.com. Contact: Customer Service.Elixir Strings for acoustic and electric guitars, basses, mandolins, and banjos, featuring patented NANOWEB coating and POLYWEB coating."

1,620

"WALNUTRON INDUSTRIES, INC."

"1495 South Campus Avenue #E, Ontario, CA 91761-4358. Tel: (909) 773-1789. Toll-free: (800) 969-6688. Fax: (909) 773-1999. Web: www.kirlincable.com. Email: kirlincable@msn.com.Pro cable and audio connector manufacturer.Pro cable and audio connector manufacturer."

1,621

"WALTON’S IRISH MUSIC/THE JAMES IMPORT COMPANY, INC."

"9 Skyline Drive, Hawthone, NY 10532. Tel: (914) 345-1503. Toll-free: (800) 541-5004. Fax: (914) 345-1429. Email: sales@jamesimportco.com. Business hours: 9 a.m. to 5 p.m."

1,630

"WAVES, INC."

"2800 Merchants Drive, Knoxville, TN 37917-7548. Tel: (865) 909-9200. Fax: (865) 909-9245. Email: info@waves.com. Web: www.waves.com. Mick Olesh, sales manager. International tel: 972-3-608-4000. International fax: 972-3-608-4056.Waves is a leading provider of software-based audio signal processing software for professional, broadcast, and consumer electronics audio markets, supporting both Mac and PC platforms and the most popular audio editing programs. Waves also manufactures a state-of-the-art line of hardware."

1,631

"WAY OUT WARE, INC."

"2001 Shell Beach Road, Pismo Beach, CA 93449. Tel: (805) 773-7952. Fax: (805) 773-2252. Email: jim@wayoutware.com. Web: www.wayoutware.com. Contact: Jim Heinz."

1,633

"WD MUSIC PRODUCTS, INC."

"17570 North Tamiami Trail Suite 1, North Fort Myers, Florida 33903. Tel: (239) 543-3625. Toll-free tel: 800-449-9348. Fax: (239) 543-5874. Email: sales@wdmusic.com. Web: www.wdmusic.com and www.wdbiz.com. Wendy Davis, president; Larry Davis, vice-president of sales.A complete line of guitar and bass components and hardware, which includes necks, bodies, pickups, bridges, tuning machines, pickguards, nuts, knobs, switches, electronics, and tools. Lines include Grover machine heads, Sperzel locking tuners, L.R. Baggs acoustic pickups, Q Parts custom knobs, Graph Tech nuts and saddles, TonePros locking hardware, Gotoh, Leo Quan, Bigsby, Sharp Concepts, Switchcraft, Mallory, and more.Exclusive lines include Kent Armstrong pickups, genuine Kluson tuners, and Stromberg guitars."

1,644

"WHACKY MUSIC, INC."

"2085 Mountain Road, Sedona, AZ 86336. Tel: (928) 282-3860. Toll-free: (888) 942-2536. Fax: (928) 282-3877. Email: whacky@boomwhackers.com. Web: www.boomwhackers.com. Contact: Craig Ramsell.Manufacturer of the patented, award-winning Boomwhackers Tuned Percussion Tubes, which are colored according to the company’s Chroma-Notes Colored Music System. A full 2-1/2 chromatic octaves are available (3-1/2 octaves possible with the Octavator Tube Caps) in six different combinations of tones, and the color-coded tubes range in length from less than a foot to over four feet. Product line includes the Boomophone XTS Whack Pack, the XyloTote Tube Holder, Whack Tracks CD, and a full line of educational materials developed for the tubes."

1,645

"WHIRLWIND MUSIC DISTRIBUTORS, INC."

"99 Ling Road, Rochester, NY 14612. Tel: (585) 663-8820. Toll-free: (800) 733-9473. Fax: (585) 865-8930. Email: sales@whirlwindusa.com. Web: www.whirlwindusa.com.Manufacturer of a wide array of cables, multi-channel cabling systems, transformer devices, and special-purpose boxes for all audio and video applications as well as the E-SYS family of digital audio networking products."

1,646

"WHISPERROOM, INC."

"116 South Sugar Hollow Road, Morristown, TN 37813. Tel: (423) 585-5827. Toll-free tel: (800) 200-8168. Fax: (423) 585-5831. Email: info@whisperroom.com Web: www.whisperroom.com. Debbie Sweany, sales manager. Manufacturer of portable sound isolation enclosures. Perfect for recording, broadcasting, practicing, etc. Various sizes and two levels of isolation are available for immediate shipping. "

1,649

"WILLIAM LEWIS & SON, a division of Conn-Selmer, Inc."

"P.O. Box 310, Elkhart IN 46515-0310. Tel: (574) 522-1675. Fax: (574) 295-0334. Email: custserv@conn-selmer.com. Web: www.conn-selmer.com. JWilliam Lewis (1835-1902) achieved initial recognition as a professional violinist and teacher in Chicago. One of his foremost students was Maud Powell, one of the first American-born concert violinists who was also a student of famed French violinist and teacher Charles Dancla. In 1870 William joined the Root-Cady Music Company. Concerned by the lack of quality instruments and service for his students and colleagues, William formed the Chicago Music Company in 1874 with his partners Newell and Gibbs. Located in the heart of the Chicago business district, players from the finest symphony orchestras in the world would often visit Lewis’ shop to have their own instruments appraised or serviced. Amati, Guarneri, and Stradivarius were commonly in inventory. He later renamed the business Wm. Lewis Company (1886) and Wm. Lewis & Son (1896). Fred Lewis succeeded his father as president of the company. Many current players and teachers played Lewis instruments earlier in their careers and are loath to give them up except to the most deserving of their own students. Today, instruments from the Wm. Lewis & Son workshop represent the finest instruments in the Conn-Selmer string line. Combining high performance with high value, Lewis instruments are hand-finished and finely adjusted to provide the best performance experience for advancing players."

1,976

"WILLIS MUSIC COMPANY, THE"

"7380 Industrial Road, Florence, Kentucky 41042. (Mailing address: P.O. Box 548, Florence, KY 41022-0548.) Tel: (859) 283-2050. Fax: (859) 283-1784. Email: willis@willis-music.co. Web: www.willismusic.com. Kevin Cranley, president; Dan Herbert, vice president; Teresa Ledford of Hal Leonard, contact for Willis Publications Development, email: tleoford@halleonard.com. Trudie Gauerke of Hal Leonard, for permissions, email: tgauerke@halleonard.com."

1,652

"WILSON GUITAR VENTURES, INC."

"450 NE Alder Street, Issaquah, WA 98027. Tel: (425) 391-6446. Toll-free: (800) 957-4633. Fax: (425) 391-8346. Email: theventurestw@yahoo.com. Web: www.wilsonguitarventures.com. Contact: Tim Wilson."

1,654

"Windy City Mutes, Inc."

"756 Larsen Lane, Bensenville, IL 60106. Phone: (630) 616-8634 Fax: (630) 616-8635 Email: windycitymutes@sbcglobal.net Web: www.windycitymutes.netWindy City Mutes has introduced a new line of premium-quality trombone mutes. Like their trumpet mutes, these professionally-designed mutes are hand-spun in their own factory from proprietary alloys of brass, copper and aluminum. Rigid quality control is maintained. Consistent metal thickness throughout the body of the mute is carefully held, assuring the most precise level of intonation and response. These mutes are free-blowing, play in tune in all registers and are suitable for any venue."

1,977

"WINFALL, INC."

"417 Hamilton Road, South Plainfield, NJ 07080. Tel: (908) 756-6160. Toll-free: (800) 626-8742. Fax: (908) 757-6327."

1,663

"WOLFPAK CASES, INC."

"P.O. Box 597, Elkhart, IN 46515. Tel: (574) 251-9016. Toll-free: (800) 969-6531. Fax: (574) 251-3559. Email: info@wolfpakcases.com. Web: www.wolfpakcases.com. Contact: Marissa Reinholtz.WolfPak is a manufacturer of high-quality hard-shell instrument cases and accessories bags for trumpets, saxophones, and other brass instruments."

1,666

"WOODSTOCK PERCUSSION, INC."

"167 Du Bois Road, Shokan, NY 12481. Tel: (914) 657-6000. Fax: (914) 657-9506."

1,669

"WRIGHT GUITAR TECHNOLOGY, INC."

"4686-B Isabelle Street, Eugene, OR 97402. Tel and fax: (541) 343-0872. Toll-free: (888) 269-9177. Email: SoloEtte@SoloEtte.com. Web: www.SoloEtte.com."

1,671

"Wristies, Inc"

"650 Suffolk St., Suite G-5 Lowell, MA 01854 U.S.A. Tel: (978) 937-9500. Fax: (309) 416-9960. Email: sue@wristies.com. Contact: Sue Gregory. "

1,674

"XP Audio, Inc."

"2370 South 3600 West, Salt Lake City, 84119. Tel: 801-265-0917, Fax: 801-265-0978, Email: hajie.goll@xpaudioinc.com, www.xpaudioinc.com. Contact: John Johnson or Rick BosBrands: Motion Sound, Forge, Bolt, Morpheus"

1,681

"YAMAHA COMMERCIAL AUDIO SYSTEMS, INC. (YCAS)"

"6722 Orangethorpe Avenue, Buena Park, CA 90620. Tel: (714) 522-9011. Fax: (714) 522-9334. Web: www.yamahaca.com. Laurence Italia, vice president/general manager. From the first Yamaha reed organ manufactured in 1887, innovation and total devotion to quality control have been key to the success of the company. These trademark characteristics have made Yamaha one of the most sought-after brands in the education, entertainment and performing arts industries. For more than 30 years, Yamaha sound reinforcement consoles have been the industry standard. The legacy of the analog PM-series console continues with the analog/digital hybrid Yamaha PM5000 mixing console. For over 17 years, Yamaha has pioneered the development of digital mixers. In 1999, Yamaha debuted the PM1D digital audio mixing system and it has been the leader in large-format digital consoles ever since. The PM1D is now installed in major venues throughout the United States and is also on the road with a number of major concert and theater tours. The evolutionary, high-performance Yamaha DM digital production consoles-such as the DM2000 and DM1000-feature 24-bit/96kHz operation, surround monitoring and extensive integrated Digital Audio Workstation control. These state-of-the-art consoles have been used with great acclaim by such well-known producers and engineers as Phil Ramone; Elliot Scheiner; Hans Zimmer; and Jimmy Jam and Terry Lewis. The YCAS division also provides a variety of other digital and analog products such as signal processors, amplifiers, speakers and DSP engines that create a complete integrated solution for an installed sound system. Many stadiums, theme parks, performance centers and other commercial facilities-such as ProPlayer Stadium and Walt Disney World-depend on products like the DME32 Digital Mixing Engine for audio production. In the studio, Yamaha earned a prestigious Grammy™ Technical Award for technological excellence in 2007. YCAS provides an unmatched level of dealer and end-user support, including 24/7 technical support for key products. Regional service centers and applications specialists are available for tel technical support and on-site service calls if needed."

1,684

"YORKVILLE SOUND, INC."

"4625 Witmer Industrial Estate, Niagara Falls, NY 14305-1218. Tel: (716) 297-2920. Fax: (716) 297-3689. Email: pbetette@yorkville.com. Web: www.yorkville.com. Jack Long, CEO; Steve Long, president; Phil Betette, vice president of marketing and sales, U.S.Yorkville brand sound reinforcement equipment, including: Elite, Pulse, and Performance speaker systems; Audiopro and PowerMax series powered and unpowered console mixers; Micromix series powered box mixers; Yorkville, BassMaster, and AcousticMaster series instrument amplifiers; Audiopro and CR series power amps; Yorkville brand cables; Apex microphones and accessories; and Yorkville stands. The “ART” (Applied Research & Technology) brand includes: home recording and project studio product. The “Artcessories” brand includes solutions and tools for quality Audio. The “Alto” brand includes signal processing and sound reinforcement products for music and sound applications."

1,686

"Zaja Musical Products, LLC"

PO Box 262 Livingston NJ 07039 USA Tel: 973-994-1902 Fax: 973-994-2301 Email: info@zajamusic.com Toll-Free: (888) 859-6055 Web: www.zajamusic.com Contact: Vicki Szabo Manufacturers of Zaja Scented Valve Oil for all brass instruments and accessories.

1,687

"ZENITH MUSICAL INSTRUMENTS, INC."

"1855 South Lake Place, Ontario, CA 91761. Toll-free: (800) 579-1268. Fax: (909) 673-1171.Zenith offers a wide range of affordable high-quality drumsets and drum hardware; acoustic and electric guitars; and guitar amplifiers."

1,689

"ZETA MUSIC SYSTEMS, INC."

"129 South Rockford Drive, Tempe, AZ 85281-3013. Tel: (480) 557-5003. Fax: (480) 557-5007. Email: info@zetamusic.com. Web: www.zetamusic.com. Gregg Kozak,president.Manufacturer of fine hand-crafted electric and MIDI-compatible violins, violas, cellos, basses, violin amplifiers, and string instrument MIDI converters."

1,698

"ZZYZX Snap Jack - Jodavi, Inc."

"15320 Valleyview Ave., Unit 7, La Mirada, CA 90638. Tel: (562) 677-1245, Fax: (562) 404-6510 Email: diane@jodavi.net. Contact: Diane NguyenManufacturer of the ZZYZX Snap Jack guitar cable."

202

.Big Fish Audio

"29033 Avenue Sherman #201, Valencia, CA 91355. Tel: (661) 295-0761. Fax: (661) 295-8612. Email: info@bigfishaudio.com. Web: www.bigfishaudio.com."

360

.C-TECH

"55 Randall Ave, Bridgeport, CT 06606. Tel: (203) 338-9668. Fax: (203) 493-3733. Email: ctech@snet.net. Web: www.procketrockit.com.Manufacturer of musical instrument amplifiers and effects for guitar, bass, and keyboards."

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.ENGL AMPLIFIERS

"Erich Koch GmbH An der Heide 1 D-73566 Bartholomä, Germany. Tel: +49 (0) 7173 7974. Fax: +49 (0) 7173 71221. Email: info@engldistribution.com. Web: www.engldistribution.com."

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.GWW QUALITY CASES

"P.O. Box 498, Elkhorn, WI 53121. Tel (outside the United States): (506) 2573-8670. Toll-free: (866) 669-8932. Fax (262) 723-2068. Email: info@gwwcases.com. Web: www.gwwcases.com. GWW Quality Cases, a brand of GWW Group, Inc., is a family-run business that has been meeting the case needs of its many satisfied customers since 1956. GWW Quality Cases is the “OEM Source for the World’s Leading Products.” Many of the world’s leading brands within and outside the music industry choose GWW to custom-engineer the best carrying case solutions to protect and enhance their products. Large or small musical instrument manufacturers as well as other private label customers benefit from excellent design capabilities, production flexibility, and efficient network of raw material sourcing and highest level of quality control to obtain the best volume case value possible."

716

.IBANEZ GUITARS

Refer to Hoshino USA and to Chesbro Music Co. in this section.

2,006

.KIEF MUSIC LTD.

"13139 80th Avenue, Surrey, BC V3W 3B1. Tel: (604) 590-3344. Fax: (604) 590-6999. Email: info@kiefmusic.com. Fred Kief, president; Karl Kief, vice president.String Lines:-Martin; Dean Markley; AugustineGuitar Lines:-Martin; Cort; B.C. Rich; G&L; Barracuda; Tradition; Renaissance; Renegade; Torino; Tribute by G&L.Guitar Accessories-Martin; Sperzel machine heads; Voyageur instrument bags; Dixon machine heads and guitar stands; Schaller; Kyser capos and accessories; Voyageur digital tuners; Latch Lake slides; EMG pickups; Fishman pickups; Network stands; George Dennis Picks; Grover Allman picks and guitar straps; Stealth Tune guitar straps; Postal Monkey Cases.Drums and Accessories-Dixon hardware and rack systems; Basix drums; Network percussion; Dynamic percussion; Club Salsa bongos and percussion.Amps and Electronics-Kustom amplification. Laney amplification; Dixon microphones; Dixon speaker, microphone, and light stands; Platinum Products cables; PM Components tubes; BBE Sound; Network stands; Delta amplification.Harmonicas and Accordions-Hohner.Miscellaneous-Dixon music and orchestra stands; Wittner metronomes.Brass & Woodwinds-Dixon instruments; Roy Benson instruments.Violins and Accessories-Super-Sensitive; Schaller; Wittner; Rossini; Voyageur violin and cello cases; Gewa violins, cellos and instrument cases.Keyboard Accessories-Voyageur keyboard bags; Dixon keyboard stands; Network stands, piano benches."

1,332

.SCHILKE

"4520 James Place, Melrose Park, IL 60160-1007. Tel: (708) 343-8858. Fax: (708) 343-8912. Web: www.schilkemusic.com. Andrew Naumann, owner/president; Julie Naumann, owner/vice president.Manufacturer of the Schilke trumpets, trombones, cornets, and mouthpieces for all brass instruments."

1,775

.SEJUNG DIGITAL PIANOS

"ASC (America Sejung Corp.), 295 Brea Canyon Road, Walnut, CA 91789. Tel: (909) 839-0757. Fax: (909) 839-0723. Email: sales@sejungusa.com. Web: www.sejungusa.com.Sejung Digital Pianos continue to set the standard for affordability and ease of use in a full line of digitals ranging from uprights to a full 4.8’ grand.Sejung’s 88-note Hammer-Action Keyboard gives users the same responsiveness and touch as an acoustic piano. The key action can actually be adjusted to four different responses, while the improved stereo-sampled sounds allow a wide selection of instrument tones from a Concert Grand Piano to true drum percussion to enhance any performance.All Sejung digital pianos have built in Song Recorders that make it possible to save performances, while an onboard metronome helps the user stay in time when practicing.Large backlit LED displays make the menus easy to navigate and simple to use. Built-in speakers provide crystal clear sound and make all Sejung digital pianos the perfect choice for concert halls, churches, schools, and homes.Additional features include a music rest, soft and sostenuto pedals, stereo headphone outputs, and AC power cord or AC adapter.Sejung Musical Instruments of Qingdao, China, the world’s largest single-site piano and guitar production facility, is recognized as a major OEM manufacturer of pianos and fretted instruments. Sejung, in a few short years, has quickly gained a reputation for producing top-quality products at affordable prices.The U.S.A. division of Sejung, (ASC) America Sejung Corp, handles worldwide sales for Sejung Digital Pianos."

1,501

.THE LOAR

"P.O. Box 162, Brisbane, California 94005. Tel: (415) 570-0970. Toll-free tel: 888-552-5465. Fax (415) 570-0651. Email: sales@themusiclink.net. Web: www.theloar.com.Modeled after American designs from the early 20th century, The Loar’s new archtop guitar and mandolin are completely hand-carved from select, graduated woods and features a nitrocellulose lacquer finish and unparalleled acoustic projection.The Loar Hand-Carved Archtop is an authentic replica of the original archtop acoustic guitars from the 1920’s. This all-solid model features a top that is hand-carved from graduated spruce, and hand-carved back and sides made from highly flamed maple.The Loar Hand-Carved Mandolin is an instrument you have to hear to believe. The hand-buffed tobacco sunburst finish with nitrocellulose lacquer provides a vintage sheen and an authentic pre-war-style bark that will impress even the most avid vintage purist.Both models feature a hand-buffed, vintage tobacco sunburst finish with nitrocellulose lacquer for superior acoustic projection, a one-piece neck and Gotoh tuners."

1,557

.Tycoon Percussion

"4560 Eucalyptus Ave, Unit B, Chino, CA 91710. Tel: (909) 393-5555, Fax: (909) 393-5500, Email: info@tycoonpercussion.com, web: www.tycoonpercussion.com Tycoon Percussion is a leading manufacturer of high quality hand percussion instruments and accessories, and is the only company in the hand percussion industry that wholly-owns its own manufacturing facility in Thailand. With a strong commitment to combine sound authenticity with innovative design, Tycoon Percussion’s vision is to inspire young percussionists and musicians worldwide to play with passion and excitement each time they pick up their instruments. Our commitment to excellence is shared with the future generation of drummers and percussionists worldwide. "

1833 SHOP/GUITARMAKER’S CONNECTION

"A division of C. F. Martin & Co., P.O. Box 329, Nazareth, PA 18064. Tel: (610) 759-2837. Toll-free tel: (800) 633-2060. Fax: (610) 759-5757. Email: info@martinguitar.com. Web: www.martinguitar.com.For Martin memorabilia, guitar accessories, instrument kits, repair and construction books and luthier supplies."

65 CORP.

"4925 Morella Avenue, Valley Village, CA 91607. Tel: (818) 919-4925. Fax: (818) 766-4265. Email: Peter@65Corp.com. Contact: Peter Stroud."

A LITTLE BIT OF THIS MUSIC GIFTS

"PO Box 342, La Quinta, CA 92247 Tel: (760) 619-2058 Toll-free: (800) 34-MUSIC (800-346-8742). Fax: (760) 771-5384. Email: sales@alittlebitofthis.com. Web: alittlebitofthis.com. Natalie Arouh, president.The company carries a high-quality assortment of better music gift items and novelties, featuring jewelry, ties, stationery, totes, composer items, and many exclusive products."

A&G Music PRODUCTS

"564 14th Street, Oakland, CA 94612. Toll-free: (800) PARDUBA. Fax: (510) 268-3757. Email: Unionsf@rcn.com. Web: www.agmusic.com, www.parduba.com, and www.zottolamouthpieces.com. Contact: Dick Akright.Product line includes the original Parduba Double-Cup mouthpieces, and Rudy Muck mouthpieces. "

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A&S CASE COMPANY

"5260 Vineland Avenue, North Hollywood, CA 91601-3221. Tel: (818) 509-5920. Toll-free: (800) 394-6181, Fax: (818) 509-1397, Web: www.ascase.com, Email: info@ascase.com.Product line includes: ATA custom flight & Road cases. Exclusive manufacturer of Kriz-Kraft, A&S flywieght, the A&S nest-a Kriz-Kraft plasma/LCD lift case, A&S fortress cases, The A&S studio & Road Rack and the A&S Axe Box."

A-LINE ACOUSTICS

"510 East Washington Street, Corry, PA 16407. Tel: (814) 464-0631. Fax: (814) 664-7429. Email: mgorczycki@a-lineacoustics.com Contact:Mark Gorczycki (814) 873-1562. A-Line Acoustics, maker of the award-winning versatile AL10 with EZAL on-the-fly aiming and affordable EMMA line array systems, produces innovative powered, unpowered, and hybrid-active high-definition audio speaker products."

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A.R.T. (APPLIED RESEARCH & TECHNOLOGY)

"215 Tremont Street, Rochester, NY 14608. Tel: (585) 436-2720. Fax: (585) 436-3942. Email: sales@artproaudio.com. Contact: Phil Betette.Manufacturer of a full line of digital reverbs, multi effects processors, dynamics controllers, automatic and graphic equalizers, and time delays, as well as professional live and recording consoles and guitar amplifiers."

AARMOR CASE

"2100 Lapo Road, Lake Odessa, Michigan 48849. Tel: (616) 374 5431. Fax: (616) 374-8686. Toll-free: (800) 722-5763, Email: sales@aarmorcase.com. Manufacturer of shipping containers, ATA, Series II, Series III style cases. Custom cases in all sizes."

Ableton

"43 West 24th Street, 12th Floor, New York, NY 10010. FAX: 212 206 7874. www.ableton.com. Email: usorders@ableton.comProducers of the Ableton Live software package for recording, editing and performance."

ACCORD MUSIC SUPPLY

"7719 Kenrob Dr. SE, Grand Rapids, MI, 49546 Tel: (616) 975-4276. Fax: (616) 977-9949. Email: accord@pu.tel.hr. Contact: Mike Pavletic."

ACCORDIONS & KEYBOARDS

"1248 S. Highland Ave., Clearwater, FL 33756. Tel: (727) 443-4113. Cell phone: (727) 417-6099. FAX: (727) 442-3841 Email: accordeon@aol.com. Web: www.accordionsandkeyboards.net John Gaunt, owner. Wholesaler, distributor. Repairs of acoustic, electronic, and MIDI accordions. Keyboards for the accordion player. Repairs of amplifiers, keyboards, and electronic musical instruments. Accordion MIDI installations. The company can install MIDI in any accordion."

Accordions International

"1760 South 450 West, Salt Lake City, UT 84115-1841. Tel: (801) 485-5840. Fax: (801) 487-7707. Email: ConcertoAccordionInfo.com. Web: www.AccordionInfo.com. Contact: Paul Pasquali.The firm is actively involved in all aspects of the accordion, including accessories and parts. Manufacturer of both Concerto and Prelude digital/acoustic accordions. Also manufacturer of Mic-7, a premium pickup system for accordions, as well as various MIDI products for accordion. U.S.A. importer and distributor for Borsini, Burini, Piermaria, Concerto, and Sonata accordions as well as Orla keyboards and modules. Sponsor of the Las Vegas International Accordion Convention."

1,867

ACCOUNT MANAGEMENT SOLUTIONS

"10720 Park Boulevard #F, Seminole, FL 33772. Tel: (727) 320-8626. Toll free: 866-320-8626. Toll-free fax: (800) 446-9317. Email: dawson@accountech-online.com. Web: www.accountech-online.com.The company offers complete solutions to account management needs."

ACCUGROOVE

"670 Nuttman St., Ste 103, Santa Clara, CA 95054. Tel: (408) 844-8300. Fax: (408) 996-9119. Email:info@accugroove.com. Web: www.accugroove.comHigh-End Studio Grade Speaker Cabinets & Amps for Live Sound Focusing on Professional Musicians. Bass, Keys, Guitar, Electronic Drums, PA & Monitors. "

Ace Karaoke Corp

"161 South 8th Avenue, City of Industry, CA 91746. Tel: (626) 820-0645. Toll-free: 888-8-WE-SING. Fax: (626) 820-0625.The company guarantees the lowest prices and largest selection of equipment and karaoke music in over 15 languages. It can put its resellers in touch with more product categories than any other U.S. distributor. Its huge warehouse capacity means over 99% of inventory is always in stock and can ship on the same day from the company’s distribution center in City of Industry, CA."

ACE PRODUCTS GROUP

"11 Fifth Street #106, Petaluma, CA 94952. Tel: (707)765-1500. Toll-free: (800) 950-1095. Fax: (707) 762-1899. Email: info@aceproducts.com. Web: www.aceproducts.com. Alan Poster, president; Christian Hölljes, COO.Ace brands are among the industry leaders in cases and accessories. The company’s warehouse is centrally located in Illinois. See separate listings for: Kaces."

1,880

ACOUSTIC GUITAR MAGAZINE

"P.O. Box 767, San Anselmo, CA 94979-0767. Tel: (415) 485-6946. Fax: (415) 485-0831. Email: editors.ag@stringletter.com. Web: www.acousticguitar.com.Acoustic Guitar is for every player in any style. Through product reviews, interviews with top players, lessons, and songs to play, Acoustic Guitar helps its readers become smarter consumers and better players. "

Acoustic Planet Instruments

"40291 Junction Drive #204, Oakhurst, CA 93644. tel: 559-692-2224, email: david@acoustica.com, www.acoustica.com"

ACOUSTICS FIRST CORPORATION

"2247 Tomlyn Street, Richmond, VA 23230-3334. Tel: (804) 342-2900. Toll-free tel (U.S. and Canada): (888) 765-2900. Fax: (804) 342-1107. Email: nick@acousticsfirst.com. Web: www.acousticsfirst.com.Manufacturer of Cutting Wedge acoustical foam, The Art Diffusor, and Sonora fabric-covered acoustical wall panels."

ACOUSTONE CORPORATION

"80 Wythe Avenue, Brooklyn, NY 11211. Tel: (718) 782-5560. Fax: (718) 782-7367. Contact: Judy Alcott.Manufacturer of acoustical speaker and amplifier grille cloth and acoustical panel fabrics."

ADAM INTERNATIONAL

"Room C, 10th Floor, No. 156, Section 5, Nanking E. Road, Taipei, Taiwan, R.O.C. Tel: 011-886-2-766-4790. Fax: 011-886-2-766-4791. Susan Guey, vice president of Far East operations.Adam International is the sales and sourcing office for MBT International, located n the Republic of China."

ADDER PLUS CORPORATION

"1287 Rand Road, Des Plaines, IL 60016. Tel: (847) 759-8200. Toll-free tel (orders): (800) 423-3378. Fax: (847) 759-8255. Email: PLC1287@aol.com. Contacts: Mel Lace, Dwight Wobith.Manufacturer of the A.P.C. family of pickups for electric guitars, bass, and electric-acoustic guitars, other related devices, and special devices for the music market."

ADK MICROPHONES USA

"4130 SW 117th Ave #442, Beaverton OR 97005 Tel: (503) 296-9400. Fax: (360) 326-1602. Email: info@adkmic.com., Web: www.adkmic.com. Condenser microphones for studio recording, broadcast, and live sound. ADK Custom Shop offers handcrafted in USA microphone pre-amps and handcrafted compressors from ADK San Diego facility; and handcrafted tube and FET condenser microphones from ADK Seattle facility. Small production-run, high-performance audio."

AdMart Custom Signage

"Phone: (859) 236-7600. Contact: Bruce Jones. Email: brucejones@admart.com.Manufacturer of signs, logos and letters for in-store marketing, wayfinding and point-of-purchase displays. Products include traditional foam and acrylic signs, AdGlo illuminated signs, AdView digital signs, merchandising kiosks and digital prints. AdGlo signs offer the brilliance of neon with more durability and design flexibility providing exact replication of corporate identity - no bent glass tubes. AdView provides full motion video or slideshows via network or flash memory cards on high quality LCD screens. "

Advantage Wholesale

"3319 N. Ridge Avenue, Arlington Heights, IL 60004. Tel: (847) 398-5480. Toll Free Tel: 1-(800) MUSICAL(687-4225). Fax: 847-398-5441. Email: sales@advantagewholesale.com. Web: www.advantagewholesale.com "

AER - USA

"1027 North Coast Highway #E, Laguna Beach, CA 92651. Toll-free (800) 799-9733. Fax (949) 464-3851. Email fcoyner@earthlink.net. Web www.fredcoynersales.com. Contact Fred Coyner. AER Acoustic Amplifiers from Germany.The most natural sounding and most portable acoustic amplification line in the world. New Models for Electric Bass now available"

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AETNA FELT CORP.

"2401 West Emaus Avenue, Allentown, PA 18103. Tel: (610) 791-0900. Toll Free: (800) 526-4451. Fax: (610) 791-5791. Email: info@aetnafelt.com. Web: www.aetnafelt.com.Felt: woven, pressed, plain-adhesive backed. Die cuts; yard goods, stripping. Cork: die cut, stripping, sheets adhesive backed. Moleskin wiper pads. Felt picks. Seventy-five years of supplying customers’ needs; the company slogan is “You need it, we have it in stock.”"

AHEAD DRUMSTICKS

"9420 Reseda Boulevard #350, Northridge, CA 91324. Tel: (818) 727-1127. Toll-free: (800) 547-6401. Fax: (818) 727-1126."

1,699

AHLBORN-GALANTI ORGANS-c/o Generalmusic Corporation

"1164 Tower Lane, Bensenville, IL 60106. Tel: (630) 766-8230. Toll-free: (800) 582-4466. Fax: (630) 766-8281. Web: www.ahlborn-galanti.com www.generalmusic.us, Contact: Artie SpechtThe Electronic Organ for Pipe Organ People. Manufacturer and distributor of Ahlborn-Galanti classic organs, keyboards, and associated products"

AKAI PROFESSIONAL AMERICA

"200 Scenic View Drive, Cumberland, RI 02664. Tel: (401) 658-4032. Fax: (401) 658-4033. Email: info@akaiproamerica.com. Web: www.akaipro.com/us.Creative innovator of sampling, synthesis, and digital recording technology; many of the company’s products have become industry standards in everything from professional to bedroom studios and in touring rigs around the world. Akai’s product line includes samplers, MIDI production centers, digital multi-track recorders, guitar effects, bass effects, vocal processors, electronic wind synthesizers, and more."

AKG ACOUSTICS

"8500 Balboa Boulevard, Northridge, CA 91329. Tel: (818) 920-3285. Toll-free: (800) 878-7571. Fax: (818) 920-3208. Email: akgusa@harman.com. Web: www.akg.com..Manufacturer of microphones, headphones, and wireless systems. A division of Harman Professional."

AL CASS

"P.O. Box 412, Milford, MA 01757. Tels: (508) 473-3572 and (508) 473-6083. Fax: (508) 473-0768.Maker of Al Cass “Fast” valve, slide, and key oil combination, developed in collaboration with Dizzy Gillespie."

ALDON ENTERPRISES

"87 San Benancio Road, Salinas, CA 93908. Tel and fax: (831) 484-2367. Email: doneshoff@redshift.com. Web: www.packastand.com. Contact: Don Eshoff.Manufacturer of the revolutionary Pack A Stand for clarinet and trumpet. Pack A Stands are the most convenient stand on the market because they fold and unfold in seconds. They store neatly, when not in use, in the bell of any Bb or C trumpet or in the bell of the clarinet. Pack A Stands are lightweight and durable and are spring-loaded to open easily and lock for excellent support. Unlike other stands on the market, there is nothing to unscrew and assemble prior to use and storage.Aldon Enterprises has designed its Pack A Stand Trumpet Stand to include a positive locking system for excellent stability in its open position. Check the company’s web for more information.Pack A Stands are competitively priced and are available worldwide. Dealers can obtain both the clarinet and the trumpet stands from most major distributors."

ALESIS DISTRIBUTION LLC

"200 Scenic View Drive, Cumberland, RI 02864. Tel: (401) 658-5760. Fax: (401) 658-3640. Web: www.alesis.com.Alesis manufactures a full line of professional audio and musical instrument products capitalizing on its strengths in digital, analog, semiconductor, and transducer technologies. Alesis delivers revolutionary product solutions to the music and audio production industries."

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Alfred Publishing

"Corporate Headquarters: 16320 Roscoe Blvd., Suite 100 Van Nuys, CA 91406 Phone: (818) 891-5999 Toll Free: (800) 292-6122 Toll Free Fax: (800) 632-1928 E-mail: sales@alfred.com. Web: www.alfred.com. Contact: Steve Manus, CEO; Ron Manus, executive vice president, Gwen Bailey-Harbour, vice president sales. Since its inception in 1922, Alfred Publishing remains dedicated to helping people learn, teach, and play music. With hundreds of expert authors and composers backed by a talented staff in seven offices worldwide, Alfred publishes educational, reference, pop, and performance pieces for teachers, students, hobbyists and performers spanning every musical instrument, style, and difficulty level. "

ALGAM

"2 rue de Milan, Parc d’Activities des Petites Landes, Thouare Cedex, Nantes 44484 France. Email: ggarnier@algam.net. Contact: Gerard Garnier.."

ALL-TEST DEVICES CORPORATION

"1413 Cleveland Avenue, East Meadow, NY 11554 Tel and fax: (516) 248-7330. Email: rpmintz@yahoo.com. Richard Mintz, president.Manufacturer and distributor of electronic musical instrument sound accessories, studio quality audio equipment, and piezo pickups for all acoustic instruments."

Allegra Drum Crafters

"5603 SE Woodstock Boulevard, Portland, OR 97206. Tel: (503) 788-6065. Fax: (503) 788-4912. Web: www.allegradrums.com. Contact: Dave Peterson.A"

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Allegro Acceptance

"1111 Bayhill Dr, San Bruno, CA 94066- 3035. Tel: (650)952-2300. Toll free (800)644-8494. Toll free fax: (800)644-8495. Email: info@allegroacceptance.com. Contacts: Vic Richmond, Michele Roberts, Cheryl Bonci, George Huebner, Meghan Keller. With financing from Allegro Acceptance, you can help your customers begin a lifetime of music."

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ALLEN ORGAN COMPANY

"150 Locust Street, Macungie, PA 18062-0036. Tel: (610) 966-2202. Fax: (610) 965-3098. Email: aosales@allenorgan.com. Web: www.allenorgan.com. Telex: 4972903. Steve A. Markowitz, president.In 1939 Allen introduced the world’s first commercially available electronic organ. These early organs used vacuum tube oscillators, which were replaced in 1959 by transistor oscillators. In 1971 Allen introduced the now-famous Digital Computer Organ. With this system the sounds of organ pipes are recorded and analyzed, and digital representations of the sounds are then stored in the organ’s computer memory for later recall. This allows highly accurate production of the sounds of wind-blown pipes. The Allen Organ Company is the largest manufacturer of classical and theatre organs in the world. The company offers a full line of standard models and limitless custom designs to meet every need."

ALLIED LUTHERIE INC.

"498-A Moore Lane, P.O. Box 217, Healdsburg, CA 95448. Tel: (707) 431-3760. Fax: (707) 431-3762. Email: info@alliedlutherie.com. Web: www.alliedlutherie.com. Contacts: Todd Taggart, Mary Taggart. Thirty years experience supplying the guitar making industry with woods, tools, parts. Wholesale/retail, import/export."

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ALLIED PIANO/WEBB PHILLIPS & ASSOCIATES

"3096 Bristol Road, Warrington, PA 18976. Tel: (215) 491-3045. Toll-free: 888-622-7426. Fax: (215) 491-1352. Email: info@webbphillips.com. Web: www.webbphillips.com.Webb and Ruth Phillips specialize in finish repair and complete refinishing. The company’s materials are of the finest industrial quality. It carries the full line of touch-up products for both polyester and lacquer finishes. Seminars offered.The company also offers its extensive experience in piano humidity control service to technicians and dealers. It carries the full line of Dampp-Chaser products and can help dealers with installation and sales advice.Other services and products offered include new pinblocks, block and bridge duplication, Milwaukee and Metabo tools, Vortex air coolers, and HVLP equipment for finish spraying."

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ALLIED PIANO/WEBB PHILLIPS & ASSOCIATES

"3096 Bristol Road, Warrington, PA 18976. Tel: (215) 491-3045. Toll Free: 888-622-7426. Fax: (215) 491-1352. Email: info@alliedpiano.com. Web: www.alliedpiano.com. Specializing in wood and finish repair products and services, Allied Piano is scheduling hands-on seminars from Alaska to Panama. With 60 years of experience in industrial and shop settings, the company is prepared to provide professional materials and instruction in their use. Polyester and lacquer repair and touch-up.The company also offers its extensive experience in piano humidity control service to technicians and dealers. It carries the full line of Dampp-Chaser products and can help with installation and sales advice.Other services and products include new pinbocks; block duplication; Milwaukee, Metabo, and Porter-Cable tools; Vortex air coolers; and HVLP equipment for finish spraying."

ALLIED SUPPLY CORPORATION

"P.O. Box 288, Elkhorn, WI 53121. Tel: (262) 723-5455. Toll-free: (800) 558-3226. Fax: (262) 723-2051. Toll-free fax: (800) (800) 6189. Thomas Getzen, president; Lou Ann Getzen, vice president.A central source for band instrument parts, pads, supplies, universal cases, and repair tools. Said to maintain the world’s largest inventory consisting of 32 manufacturer parts. Ninety-nine percent of all orders are shipped the same day they are received. A comprehensive 268-page catalog listing the entire inventory is available on request to bona fide music dealers and independent repair shops when requested on company letterhead."

ALLPARTS

"13027 Brittmoore Park Drive, Houston, TX 77041. Tel: (713) 466-6414. Toll-free: (800) 327-8942. Fax: (713) 466-5803. Email: allparts@allparts.com. Web: www.allparts.com.Guitar and bass parts supplier, offering the widest hardware selection available: Allparts hardware, Retro-Trem, Replica Deluxe keys, necks, ABM-Muller hardware, knobs, locking nuts, Shaller hardware and tuners, pickguards, Razor pickups, tuning keys, Leo Quan bridges, tools, electronics, Danelectro parts, Sperzel tuning keys, Dice knobs, Hipshot products, tailpieces, bodies, Bigsby tremolos, Bartolini pickups, Gotoh machine heads and hardware, binding, fulcrum tremolos, locking tremolos, Danelectro parts, Moses graphite necks, EVH D-tuna, finished bodies, Sovtec tubes, piezo bridges, case hardware, Jazz tailpieces, Switchcraft, licensed necks, transducers and onboard EQs, floor display stands, CTS pots, Pigtail hardware, Lace pickups, Q-Parts, Delta Series tuning keys, Fender parts, Novax Nex, Graph-Tech nuts and saddles, Earvana, Buzz Stop, Joe Barden bridges, Temol-No, Strap Jak, and Gibson parts. Also custom manufacturing. Allparts features quick shipping and quality service."

Alternative Guitar Company

"P.O. Box 567 Piru, CA 93040-0567 Tel: (805) 521-1400 Fax: (805) 521-1414 Email: info@thealternativeguitarandamplifiercompany.com Contact: Mal Stich."

ALTIERI INSTRUMENT BAGS

"1 Galapago Street, Denver, CO, 80223., Tel: (303)291-0658. Fax: (303) 296-6477. Email: donna@altieribags.com, Web: www.altieribags.com. Contact: Donna AltieriAltieri Instrument Bags created the Backpack for Musical Instruments over 25 years ago. We continue to make GIGBAGS and CASECOVERS that combine the quality of our USA made originals, the technology of the 21st century, and the craftsmanship of custom design and construction. Altieri Bags are constructed of durable, weatherproof, heavy gauge nylon packcloth with liners built from custom-quilted ripstop nylon and 4-layer insulation matched with padding, rigid foam, and/or plastic combinations depending on the instrument. Padded backpack straps, shoulder straps, handles and, sometimes, rolling cart sleeves, provide multiple transport options, so no matter how you travel with your instrument, it will always be a pleasure. Large compartments carry all the survival materials a serious musician needs. Our designs include specialized pockets for everything from reeds and mouthpieces to water bottles and collapsible stands. All our bags are created in Colorado, USA; as a custom shop, we are always ready to accommodate your special instruments, ideas, and requests. Please review our web sections, BRASS, WOODWIND, STRING, PERCUSSION and MISCELLANEOUS; then contact us for dealer information."

Alto

"215 Tremont Street Rochester, NY 14608 U.S.A. Tel: (585) 4362-720. Fax: (585) 436-3942. Email: pbetette@artproaudio.com. Contact: Phil Betette. "

Altus handmade flutes

"11310 Hwy. 290 West, Austin, Texas 78737 (Mailing Address: P.O. Box 90249, Austin, Texas 78709-0249) Phone: (512) 288-3351 Toll-free: (800) 283-4676 Fax: (512) 288-6445 Email: info@altusflutes.com Web: www.altusflutes.com ; www.azumiflutes.com Altus Co. Ltd. has been handcrafting and hand-finishing artist level flutes since its establishment in 1981. Recognized throughout the world for superior precision and superb intonation, Altus has become the flute of choice for many performing artists, orchestral professionals, and educators. Altus flutes are available through a limited number of specialized North American Dealers. Altus has been recognized for using unique materials to create modern flutes with elegant tonal character. Master flutemaker and headjoint carver Shuichi Tanaka uses the widest variety of metals, including a silver alloy exclusive to Altus. In addition to its extensive range of C flutes, Altus offers the Flute d’Amore in Bb and A, as well as a wide selection of professional alto and bass flutes, with custom order available on most models. Continuing his tradition of innovation Tanaka developed the hand- carved Z-Cut professional headjoint. Made from Britannia Silver, the Z- Cut features a rectangular cut giving players a quick, free response and a large sound throughout the registers. The wider embouchure hole better accommodates player’s different embouchure shapes, and the Z-Cut is now offered as an option on several Altus models. The Altus family also includes the Azumi, a line of affordably priced flutes for the advancing player featuring the new Z-cut professional headjoint. Azumi offers intermediate players a well-designed Britannia silver flute with a professional headjoint at a remarkable value, making it the best deal in this newly defined market. The new Azumi flute line continues the Altus tradition of creating only the very best and is distributed through Jupiter Band Instruments, Inc.."

Amadeus Performance Equipment Ltd

"Great Beech Barn or Kane Hythe Road Battle Sussex TN33 9QU England Phone: 0044 1424 775867 Fax: 0044 1424 775866 Email: anne@amadeus-equipment.co.uk Web: www.amadeus-equipment.co.uk Contact: Anne Holliday Specialist Musician Posture chairs and stools already provided worldwide to orchestras, schools, colleges and conservatoires. Staging, acoustic screens, conductor podia, plus other performing arts products."

Amati’s Fine Instruments

"7611 Production Drive, Cinncinati, OH 45237. Tel: (513) 679-7747, Toll-Free: (888) 262-8471, Fax: (800) 275-8192, Email: amatisfine@msn.com. Web: www.amatis.biz. Contact: Michael Schear.Wholesale to the trade. Rental quality to professional quality, violins, violas, cellos, and basses as well as their bows, cases, and accessories. The company represents seven distinct workshops in China and carries 17 different models of all sizes. Call for free catalog."

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AMERICA SEJUNG CORP. (ASC)

"5300 East Ontario Mills Pkwy, Suite 100, Ontario, CA 91764. Tel: (909) 484-7498. Toll-free: 866-473-5864. Fax: (909) 484-7890. Email: sales@sejungusa.com. Web: www.SejungUSA.com.(ASC) America Sejung Corp. is the worldwide headquarters for Qingdao Sejung Musical Instruments Company, Ltd., currently the world’s largest single-site manufacturer of acoustic pianos, digital pianos, electric and acoustic guitars, and amplifiers.In addition to producing and distributing its own proprietary lines throughout the world (Falcone Pianos, George Steck Pianos, Hobart M. Cable Pianos, Sejung Digital Pianos, Canvas Guitars, and S101 Guitars), Sejung produces OEM products for its many customers.Sejung’s high quality standards and affordable prices make it the ideal manufacturer of pianos, guitars, and amplifiers for companies worldwide."

AMERICA SEJUNG CORP. (ASC)

"5300 East Ontario Mills Pkwy, Suite 100, Ontario, Ca 91764. Tel: (909) 484-7498. Toll-free: 866-473-5864. Fax: (909) 484-7890. Email: sales@sejungusa.com. Web: www.SejungUSA.com.Qingdao Sejung Musical Instruments Co., Ltd., is the world’s largest single-site factory for pianos and guitars producing many brands and OEM products for other manufacturers. Sejung’s quality and modest prices make it ideal for manufacturing guitars, pianos, and amplifiers for companies all over the world. Sejung’s worldwide sales are handled by the U.S.A. division, America Sejung Corp."

AMERICAN AUDIO

"4295 Charter Street, Los Angeles, CA 90058-2520. Tel: (323) 582-2650. Toll-free: (800) 333-0644. Fax: (323) 582-2610. Email: info@americandj.com. Web: www.americandj.com."

AMERICAN BRISTLE AND HAIR COMPANY

"15434 Sky High Road, Escondido, CA 92025. Tel: (760) 214-6477. Toll-free: (800) 821-2253. Fax: (760) 746-5179. Email: lindalovet@aol.com. Linda Landress, owner.Bulk violin bow hair—all colors, lengths, and origins. Hanks made to order."

AMERICAN DJ SUPPLY

"4295 Charter Street, Los Angeles, CA 90058. Tel: (323) 582-2650. Toll-free: (800) 333-0644. Fax: (323) 582-2610. Contact: Scott Davies.Special effects lighting: fog machines, fog juice, strobe lights, starlights, disco mixers, border lights, helicopters, mirror balls, rope lights, oscillators, controllers, and beacons."

AMERICAN DRUM

"2800 Seven Hills Boulevard, Richmond, VA 23231. Tel: (804) 226-1778. Toll-free: (800) 476-1776. Fax: (804) 226-1776. Email: info@americandrum.com. Web: www.americandrum.com.American Drum manufactures percussion mallets for marching and concert use."

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American Guild of Music

"P.O. Box 599, Warren, Michigan 48090. Tel: (248) 686-1975. Email: agm@americanguild.org. Web: www.americanguild.org. Richard Chizmadia, director."

AMERICAN HANDLE COMPANY

"7343 Edmund Street, Philadelphia, PA 19136. Tel: (215) 332-8000. Fax: (215) 332-4020. Email: sales@americanhandle.com. Web: www.AmericanHandle.com. Beryle A. Goldman, vice president.Manufacturer of all types of handles for musical instrument and amplifier cases."

AMERICAN MUSIC AND SOUND

"5304 Derry Avenue #C, Agoura Hills, CA 91304-6013. Tel: (818) 597-7711. Toll-free: (866) 474-7711. Toll-free: (866) 474-7711. Fax: (818) 597-0411. Email: info@americanmusicandsound.com. Web: www.americanmusicandsound.com. Distributor of Allen & Heath mixing products, Focusrite Audio Engineering signal processing, Hagstrom guitars, KV2 Audio speakers, EtherSound products by NetCIRA (a division of Fostex Japan), Novation digital music systems, Stardraw.com web-enabled software, Vestax DJ equipment, Walden guitars, UDG DJ bags, Jay Turser guitars, and Quik Lok Stands."

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American Music Conference (AMC)

"5790 Armada Drive, Carlsbad, California 92008-4391. Tel: (760) 431-9124. Fax: (760) 438-7327. Email: info@amc-music.org. Web: www.amc-music.org."

AMERICAN PLATING & MANUFACTURING CO.

"3941 South Keeler Avenue, Chicago, IL 60632. Tel: (773) 890-4907. Toll-free: (800) 638-5115. Fax: (773) 843-1207. Email: karl@apmchicago.com Web: www.apmchicago.com. Contact: Karl Urban.Established in 1902, American Plating is a world-class manufacturer with customers on three continents. The company manufactures and controls the trademarks of American Fifes and Song Whistles, along with the Stevens line of Hawaiian guitar steels. Also produced are music lyres for the piccolo, flute, clarinet, saxophone, and all brass instruments. A wide variety of accessories, including ligatures, mouthpiece caps, valve cleaners, and woodwind mouthpiece kits are available. More details are on the web."

AMERICAN PRO.2 COMPANY

"2300 South Reservoir Street #113, Pomona, CA 91766. Tel: (909) 591-5868. Toll-free: (800) 634-5787. Fax: (909) 591-8877. Contact: Bob Yang.A line of Pro.2 mixers, stereo headphones, and microphones."

American Recorder Tech.

"P.O. Box 1450, Simi Valley, CA 93062-1450. Tel: (805) 527-9580. Toll-free: (800) 777-9580. Fax: (805) 527-1433. Email: sales@americanrecorder.com. Contact: Alan Adelstein."

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AMERICAN SCHOOL OF PIANO TUNING

"17070 John Telfer Drive, Dept. 10, Morgan Hill, CA 95037. Tel: (408) 782-8918. Toll-free: 800-497-9793. Web: www.piano-tuning.com. G. Borgnino, director.The school was founded by Robert Nelson in 1957. Instruction consists of a home-study correspondence course, divided into ten lessons, covering tuning, regulating, and repair work, plus instruction on the use of the Strobotuner. All tools needed for piano tuning are supplied, plus the basic tools needed for piano regulating work. Diploma granted."

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American Viola Society

"c/o Madeleine Crouch, 14070 Proton Road #100, Dallas, Texas 75244. Tel: (972) 233-9107, ext. 204. Fax: (972) 490-4219."

AMERICAN WAY MARKETING

"400 Pine Creek Court, Elkhart, IN 46516. Tel: (574) 295-6633. Toll-free: (800) 331-0664. Fax: (574) 293-9888. Email: info@americanwaymktg.com.Manufacturer and distributor of famous name band instrument accessories, including: Bari Reeds and mouthpieces; Pack A Stands; Otto Link, Meyer, Peter Ponzol, and Claude Lakey mouthpieces; Hamilton stands; Cordier reed trimmers; Bobcat mouthpiece pullers; and Trophy and Yamaha recorders.AWM specializes in custom-branded accessories and care products, manufactures polishing cloths with and without dealer imprint, and a unique set of polishing mittens, as well as a complete line of genuine chamois, fake chamois, and handkerchief swabs for clarinet, flute, saxophone, and bass clarinet.In February 1989, American Way purchased Superslick Products of NJ, a major manufacturer of all types of band instrument creams and lubricants, including world-famous Superslick Trombone Slide Cream, “Plus” slide additive, new Superslick valve oil, and the unique needle-point key and rotor oiler. Superslick offers mouthpiece and valve cleaning brushes for brass and woodwind mouthpieces and all valve instruments. In 1992 new Superslick Trombone Slide Oil was introduced-a unique, specially formulated lubricant for trombone slides, applied with a fine mist spray applicator. Superslick offers “no nonsense” care kits for clarinet, alto and tenor saxophone, trumpet, trombone, and flute. Kits are packed with Superslick brand and instructions, or with dealer logo, in clear plastic boxes, or bagged with header cards. Superslick products are available directly from AWM or from major wholesalers."

AMERITAGE CARRYING CASES

"P.O. Box 498, Elkhorn, WI 53121. Tel (outside United States: (506) 2573-8670. Toll-free: (866) 669-8932. Fax (262) 723-2068. Email: info@ameritagecases.com. Web: www.ameritage.com. Ameritage, a brand of GWW Group, Inc., is a family-run business that has been meeting the case needs of its many satisfied customers since 1956. Ameritage, The World’s Most Exclusive Instrument Cases, were developed for musicians who wish to truly protect and preserve their valued musical instruments. No one designs and crafts a quality carrying case like Ameritage. The Ameritage Instrument Suspension System is engineered to securely nest the instrument in a gentle compression-fit shock absorption system. Ameritage also protects instruments from the damaging effects of humidity through its unique and patented Humidity Control System. Ameritage Carrying Cases recently launched a unique Artist Signature Snare Case unlike anything previously available. The Frankie Kash Waddy Snare Case consists of a snare case compartment and a separate detachable stick bag which conveniently reattaches to the Tom. Features include comfort fitting straps for easy backpack-style transport. Wheels and a retractable handle make trailing through airports effortless. Durable lightweight shell, Ameritage protective foam suspension system, and plush fabric lining add up to remarkable quality in a compact Cordura fabric covered snare case that fits nicely in an overhead airline compartment. Ameritage continues to be a company true to its origins as a premium artisan brand devoted to the needs of passionate musicians. For a product information packet, call (866) 669-8932."

Amigo

"2456 Remount Road, Suite 305, North Charleston, SC, 29406 Mailing address: P.O. Box 63366, North Charleston, SC 29419-3366 Phone: (843) 745-8501 Toll-free Phone: (800) 845-1922 Fax: (843) 745-8502 Website: www.musicorp.com Amigo, exclusively manufactured and distributed by Musicorp, is an “educator” line of quality crafted fractional and full size acoustic guitars and ukuleles, best suited for beginner musicians of all ages. Musicorp’s Amigo instrument line has proven to be a ‘teacher approved’ source of choice for music instructors based upon overall quality and playability. The Amigo guitar line is handcrafted in Romania with a variety of top quality woods. Please see www.musicorp.com for more info or give us a call today."

AMPEG AMPLIFICATION Division of Loud Technologies

"16220 Wood-Red Road NE, Woodinville, WA 98072-9061. Tel: (425) 487-4333. Toll-free: (800) 258-6883. Fax: (425) 487-4337. Web: www.loudtechinc.com.Ampeg specializes in high-end professional bass and lead guitar amplification products. "

AMT Electronics USA

"PO BOX 365 Ford City, PA 16226 Phone: 877-AMT-ELCT email: sales@amtelectronicsusa.com web: www.amtelectronicsusa.com Contact: Chris Hough"

Analysis Plus

"106 East Main Street Flushing, MI 48433 Tel: (810) 659-6448 Fax: (810) 659-3303 Email: mark@analysis-plus.com Contact: Mark Markel."

ANDERSON INTERNATIONAL TRADING

"1171 North Tustin Avenue, Anaheim, CA 92807-1736. Tel: (714) 666-8183. Toll-free: (800) 454-6270. Fax: (714) 666-0709. Email: eric@aitwood.com. Web: www.aitwood.com. Eric Anderson, president; Steve Anderson, vice president.Distributor of musical drum shells, 100 percent maple, 100 percent birch; Rocket shells; Keller shells. All guaranteed to the customer’s satisfaction."

ANGELA INSTRUMENTS

"10830 Guilford Road #309, Annapolis Junction, MD 20701-1120. Tel: (301) 725-0451. Fax: (301) 725-8823. Email: steve@angela.com. Web: www.angela.com. Steve Melkisethian, owner.Specializing in new old stock audio tubes for guitar amps and vintage hi-fi, guitar, and amplifier parts, transformers, tube sockets, capacitors, resistors, potentiometers, harmonica microphone accessories, and much more."

ANGELS MUSICAL

"1212 South Fifth Avenue #K, Monrovia, CA 91016. Tel: (626) 447-8986. Fax: (626) 574-9190.Wholesaler and manufacturer of stringed instruments such as violins, violas, and cellos, plus cases and accessories."

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ANGLO-AMERICAN MUSIC PUBLISHERS

"P.O. Box 161323, Altamonte Springs, FL 32716-1323. Tel: (407) 464-9454. Email: wwm32716@yahoo.com. Web: www.worldwidemusiconline.com. Contact: Eric Fletcher.Publisher of classical music (many prominent U.K. composers including Gerald Hendrie, Harold Darke, Stanley Vann, Arnold Cooke, and Arthur Wills). Inquire about latest new issue subscriptions for choral titles."

Antares Audio Technologies

"231 Technology Circle, Scotts Valley CA 95066. Tel: (831) 461-7800. Fax: (831) 461-7801. Email: info@antarestech.com Web: www.antarestech.com. "

Anthem Music Group

"2 Sterling Road, Unit 2 N. Billerica, MA 01862 U.S.A. Tel: (978) 667-3224. Email: dkilkenny@anthemmusic.com. Contact: David Kilkenny."

ANTHONY DeMARIA LABS

"95 Dubois Road, New Paltz, NY 12561. Tel: (845) 255-4695. Fax: (845) 255-3202. Web: www.adl-tube.com.ADL designs and manufactures in-house a line of all-tube products."

AP INTERNATIONAL Enterprises

"-P.O. Box 601, Oakhurst, NJ 07555. Tel: (732) 918-7001. Fax: (732) 918-7002. Email: andy@apintl.com. Web: www.floydrose.com. Contact: Andy Papiccio. Distributor of Floyd Rose Tremolos, Floyd Rose Parts, Floyd Rose Guitars and The EVH D-Tuna."

APHEX SYSTEMS

"11068 Randall Street, Sun Valley, CA 91352 Tel: (818) 767-2929. Fax: (818) 767-2641 Email: sales@aphex.com Web: www.aphex.com. Lea Tantoy, sales and marketing coordinator."

apogee sound international

"2180 South McDowell Boulevard, Petaluma, CA 94954. Tel: (707) 778-8887. Fax: (707) 778-6923. Email: info@apogee-sound.com. Web: apogee-sound.com. Contact: Tim Thornton.Founded in 1985, Apogee is recognized as a world leader in the design and manufacture of state-of-the-art professional loudspeaker systems, amplifiers, and related products. Now a division of Bogen Corp."

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Applied Acoustics Systems

"486 Ste-Catherine West #301, Montreal, Quebec, Canada, H3B 1A6. Tel: (514) 871-4963. Toll-free: 888-441-8277. Email: mpv@applied-acoustics.com. Web: www.applied-acoustics.com. "

APPLIED MICROPHONE TECHNOLOGY

"104 Hillside Road, Sparta, NJ 07871. Ph: 908-665-2727, Fax: 973-586-2344, www.appliedmicrophone.com, info@appliedmicrophone.com Microphones designed for woodwinds, brass, percussion, strings, and fretted instruments. AMT microphones produce the natural sound of the instrument and are adaptable to wireless, with the company’s wireless interface, which will interface with any wireless system."

AQUARIAN ACCESSORIES CORP.

"1140 North Tustin Avenue, Anaheim, CA 92807. Tel: (714) 632-0230. Toll-free: (800) 473-0231. Fax: (714) 632-3905. Email: info@aquariandrumheads.com. Roy Burns, vice president of marketing.Manufacturer of: Aquarian drumheads with patented Safe-T-Loc hoop; Cymbal Springs (patented); Power Sleeve drumsticks (patented); X-10 graphite drumsticks (patented); Kick Pads; patented Hi-Energy snare drumheads; American and Modern Vintage drumheads; and Chieftain marching drumheads."

Arbor

"2456 Remount Road, Suite 305, North Charleston, SC, 29406 Mailing address: P.O. Box 63366, North Charleston, SC 29419-3366 Phone: (843) 745-8501Toll-free Phone: (800) 845-1922 Fax: (843) 745-8502 Website: www.musicorp.com Arbor, exclusively manufactured and distributed by Musicorp, is a leading manufacturer of the most popular, in-demand body styles of electric guitars and basses available in classic and modern finishes. Arbor offers a full line of quality, high performance, and reliable instruments for intermediate and professional-level musicians. Arbor products include double-cutaway electric guitars, hollow-body electric guitars, semi-hollow-body jazz/rock electric guitars, single-cutaway electric guitars, double-cutaway electric bass guitars and more. To learn more about Arbor electric guitars and bass guitars, visit www.musicorp.com or give us a call today."

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ARGENDONAX S.A.

"Rio Negro 2440, Guaymallen (5519), Mendoza, Argentina. Email: romina@gonzalezreeds.com. Contact: Romina Valdez.High quality woodwind reeds manufactured in Argentina."

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ARIA USA

"Blvd. #104, Bartlett, TN 38133. Phone: (901)383-6597 Email: info@ariausa.com Web: www.ariausa.com U.S. distributor for Aria guitars and basses. U.S. distributor of D’Aquisto guitars. SaintFishy’s Distribution, LLC. 8059 Stage Hills"

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ARK International

"949 West Duarte Road, Monrovia, CA 91016. Tel: (626) 447-6699. Fax: (626) 447-7899. Email: alghu@ark-audio.com. Web: www.ark-audio.com. Contact: Joseph Chu.Supplier of professional wireless microphones systems."

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Armando Custom Cases

"P.O. Box 403805 Hesperia, CA 92345 Tel: (760) 559-0909 Fax: (760) 947-5189 Email: armandocases@aol.com Contact: Armando Puentes."

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ARS Electronics

7110 De Celis Place Van Nuys Ca. 91406 USA tel:818-997-6200 fax:818-997-6158 Email: audio.sales@arselectronics.com Web: arselectronics.comElectron Tubes for guitar amplifiers

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ART STRINGS: THE MUSIC ART OF KAREN CANNON

"2604 Farnell Road, Fort Collins CO 80524. Tel: (970) 484-4775. Email: Info@artstringspublishing.com, Studio email: karen@estreet.com, Web: www.artstringspublishing.com Contact: Karen Cannon.Unique gift line featuring licensed Music Art of Karen Cannon. Gallery posters, art cards, ceramic mugs, mousepads, Holiday cards. Exclusive worldwide distribution through Hal Leonard Corporation."

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Artisan Strings

"57882 S.R. 19 South, Elkhart, IN 46517. Mailing address: P.O. Box 788, Elkhart, IN 46515. Tel (574) 295-5280. Toll-free tel: (800) 348-7461. Fax (574) 295-8323. Web: www.artisanstrings.com. Shop adjusted in the USA by highly skilled craftsmen, Artisan Strings markets and distributes a wide range of orchestral instruments representing entry-level through professional models, with a select line of orchestral accessories. Artisan Strings is a division of Gemstone Musical Instruments."

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ARTISTIC ENGRAVING

"10265 Red Raspberry Lane, Granger, IN 46530-4879. Tel: (574) 674-6347. Email: artisticengraver@att.net. Contact: Sherry Huntley.Artistic Engraving offers high-quality hand engraving for brass and silver musical instruments."

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ASHDOWN ENGINEERING

"Mailing address: The Old Maltings, Hall Road, Maldon, Essex CM9 4NJ, United Kingdom. Tel: 011-44-162-185-8800. Fax: 011-44-162-185-7200. Email: martin@ashdownmusic.co.uk or info@musicaldistributors.com. Web: www.ashdownmusic.com.Manufacturer of world-class bass and guitar amplifiers and bass effect pedals. Currently in use by U2, System of a Down, Foo Fighters."

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Asher Guitars & Lap Steels

"Culver City, CA 90066 – by appointment only. Tel: (310) 821-2888. Toll-free: (877) 466-9524. Fax: (310) 821-8705. Email: bill@asherguitars.com. Web: www.asherguitars.com. Contact: Bill Asher.The company builds high-end lap steel and electric guitars with vintage and modern details. Many professional musicians all over the world own, tour, and record with their Asher guitar. "

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Ashton Music

"88 Bourke Road, Alexandria, New South Wales 2015, Australia. Tel: 011-612-9698-4444. Fax: 011-612-9698-4545. Email: info@ashtonmusic.com.au. Web: www.ashtonmusic.com. High-quality musical instruments at affordable prices. "

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ASTIN-WEIGHT

"P.O. Box 65281, Salt Lake City, UT 84115-0281. Tels: (801) 487-0641 and (801) 487-0468. Email: gr8pianos@networld.net. Web: www.astin-weight.com.This company makes a full line of consoles, uprights, and grands. All pianos have patented oversized soundboards."

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Atkinson French Horns

"825 North Lake Street #D, Burbank, CA 91502. Tel: (818) 526-7790. Toll-free: (877) 291-4198. Fax: (818) 526-7792. Email: salesa102@aol.com. Contact: Mark Atkinson."

1,704

ATLANTIC MUSIC CENTER

"25 S Wickham Rd, Melbourne, FL 32904. Telephone: (321) 725-5690. Toll-free telephone: 1-888-725-6633. Fax: (321) 725-6779. E-mail: brianatlantic@cfl.rr.com. Website: www.atlanticmusiccenter.com.Atlantic Music Center supplies new and restored premium European pianos. The company is a distributor for Feurich and Steingraeber & Sohne pianos of Germany. It also supplies European restored Bechsteins, Bluthners, Bosendorfers, Steinways and other fine German pianos. It also provides a rebuilding service for other fine pianos."

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ATLAS MUSIC

"1764 Empire Boulevard, Webster, NY 14580. Tel: (585) 671-2020. Email: david@atlasmusic.net. Web: www.atlasmusic.net.Atlas Music repairs woodwinds and brasswinds. Expert service available throughout the U.S. and Canada."

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Atlas Sound

"4545 East Baseline Road, Phoenix, AZ 85042 Phone (800) 876-3333 Fax (800) 765-3435 Web: www.atlassound.comSince 1934, Atlas Sound has enjoyed a reputation as a leader in the manufacture of communications products for the commercial, broadcast, industrial, institutional, security, custom installation (home), and professional music markets."

125

ATWOOD KARAOKE WHOLESALE

"1864 n Tustin St., Orange, CA 92865. Tel: (714) 921-2820. "

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Audio Agent

"155 108th Avenue N, Suite 210 Bellevue, WA 98004 Tel: (425) 454-9977 Fax: (425) 454-9977 Email: stephanies@audio-agent.com Contact: Stephanie Swanson"

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Audio Ease BV

"Lage Noord 26, Utrecht, 3513 GW Netherlands. Email: info@audioease.com"

2,040

Audio Engineering Society (AES)

"60 East 42nd Street, New York, New York 10165. Tel: (212) 661-8528. Fax: (212) 682-0477. Email: hq@aes.org. Web: www.aes.org."

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Audio Impressions

"5258 Twin Oaks Road. Hidden Hills, CA 91302. Tel: 818-704-4606. Fax:818-704-5109. email: carl@audioimpressions.com. Contact: Carl Marinoff. Audio Impressions is a developer of technologies that support the music industry. Products include the patented DVZ divisi note allocation and orchestrational realtime processor, and SPACE Decca-Tree microphone bleed simulator. "

131

AUDIX CORPORATION

"9400 SW Barber Street, Wilsonville, OR 97070. Tel: (503) 682-6933. Toll-free tel (sales): (800) 966-8261. Fax: (503) 682-7114. Email: info@audixusa.com. Web: www.audixusa.com. Clifford J. Castle, vice president/sales."

1,705

AUGUST FÖRSTER GmbH

"Jahnstrasse 8, 02708, Löbau, Germany. Tel: 011-49-3585-86630. Fax: 011-49-3585-866331. Email: info@august-Foerster.de. Web: www.August-Foerster.de. Wolfgang Förster, president.Manufacturer’s Representative: German-American Trading Co., Inc., P.O. Box 17789, Tampa, Florida 33682. Tel: (813) 961-8405. Fax: (813) 961-8514. Email: germanamer@msn.com.August Förster pianos are handcrafted only in Germany. The factory has been family owned and operated since 1859. Wolfgang Förster and his daughter, Annekatrin Förster, display the pianos at Musikmesse Frankfurt, the NAMM show in the U.S. and the MiAC show in Toronto.The factory builds four sizes of grand pianos and five models of uprights. A network of only the finest pianos dealers carry the instruments in North America."

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Auralex Acoustics

"6853 Hillsdale Court, Indianapolis, IN 46250. Tel: (317) 842-2600. Toll-free: (800) 959-3343. Fax: (317) 842-2760. Email: info@auralex.com. Web: www.auralex.com. Contact: Tim Martin. Auralex Acoustics designs and manufactures a complete line of acoustical and sound isolation solutions."

134

Aurora Strings

"P.O. Box 5217,Bridgeport, CT 06610. Tel: (203) 333-3191. Fax: (203) 334-4704. Email: brandibred@aol.com."

135

AUSTRALIAN ORIGINALS

"28 SW First Avenue #103, Portland, OR 97204. Tel: (503) 228-4484. Toll-free: (888) 354-8986. Fax: (360) 253-8922. Email: didj@australianoriginals.com. Web: www.australianoriginals.com.Great didgeridoos, from easy-to-play beginners with instructional CD to collectors’ instruments and everything in between."

136

AV-Leader Corporation

"224 Lane 90 Kue Yang St., Tai-San Hsiang,Taipei Hsien 243, Taiwan R.O.C.Tel: 886-2-2908-0859, Fax: 886-2-2901-7622 Email: sales@avleader.com.tw Contact: Linda KuoManufacturer of professional microphones and headsets."

138

Avalon Guitars

"8 Glenford Way, Newtownards BT23 4BX, Northern Ireland. Tel: 011-44-2891-850542. Fax: 011-44-2891-820650. Email: info@avalonguitars.com. Web: www.avalonguitars.com. Premium acoustic guitars handcrafted exclusively in Ireland. "

139

Avant Electronics

"1042 North Mountain Avenue #B495 Upland, CA 91786 U.S.A. Tel: (909) 931-9061. Fax: (909) 949-8917. Email: sueavant@avantelectronics.com. Contact: Sue Avant."

1,691

Avedis Zildjian Company

"22 Longwater Drive, Norwell, MA 02061. Tel: (781) 871-2200. Toll- free: (800) 229-8672. Fax: (781) 871- 9652. Web: www.zildjian.com. The Avedis Zildjian Company has been crafting cymbals since 1623, when an Armenian alchemist named Avedis first discovered a remarkable alloy treatment process. Using this revolutionary secret process, Avedis manufactured cymbals that became known the world over for their exceptional musicality and durability. Zildjian produces a superior range of both cast and non- cast cymbals for the widest possible range of sound and affordability. Zildjian’s extended ranges of over 200 different models and sizes offer a cymbal for literally any style of musical application. The company also provides orchestral cymbals, band cymbals, crotales, finger cymbals, a wide variety of gongs, and the new Pitch Black cymbal line, Zildjian’s black-coated B12 Sheet Bronze series. Zildjian is also a leading drumstick manufacturer. The company offers a comprehensive range of premium-quality U.S. hickory and maple sticks that are renowned the world over for their straightness, durability, and superlative feel. "

141

Avlex Corporation

"6655 Troost Avenue, Kansas City, MO 64131-1244. Tel: (816) 581-9103. Toll- free: (877) 447-9216. Fax: (816) 581- 9104. Toll-free fax: (877) 462-9216. Email: sales@avlex.com. Web: www.avlex.com. Contact: Jack Nead. A leading supplier of high-quality, well featured, and competitively priced professional audio products. "

142

AXE HUGGER

"6953 Texhoma Avenue, Lake Balboa, CA 91406. Tel: (323) 333-6904. Fax: (818) 345-1961. Email: axehugger@axehugger.com. Web: www.axehugger.com. Contact: Beth Cannon.Axe Huggers are velvet, suede and plush fur slip-on covers for guitar stands. They protect the guitar and transform the stand."

143

AXIS PERCUSSION

"24416 South Main #311, Carson, CA 90745. Tel: (310) 549-1171. Toll-free: (888) 549-2947. Fax: (310) 549-7728. Web: www.axispercussion.com. Contact: Karen Blashaw. Manufacturer of Axis drum pedals and accessoriesAll pedal parts are machined of structural-grade aluminum and steel. Made in the U.S.A."

144

AXL GUITARS & AMPLIFIERS

"P.O. Box 162, Brisbane, CA, 94005. Tel: (415) 570-0970. Toll-free tel: 888-552-5465. Fax (415) 570-0651. E-mail: sales@themusiclink.net. Web: www.axlguitars.com.AXL (pronounced A.X.L.) is the ultimate source for heavy metal guitars and roaring amplifiers. AXL has given fret shredders and aggressive players exactly what they are looking for: instruments that are dark, loud, and mean.Badwater Series guitars and basses feature distressed bodies and antiqued hardware, giving them the look and feel of ancient artifacts. These original guitars feature EMG-designed pickups and a jaw-dropping style that makes them a hit with all players.AXL tube amps have been garnering rave reviews from seasoned performers and publications. With authentic tones and vintage designs rivaling the great British amplifiers of the past, AXL amplifiers are some of the most acclaimed models in the industry.Each model goes through rigorous field-testing by our R&D department as well as testing from professional musicians throughout the vibrant San Francisco Bay Area. We make sure the final product provides the best possible audio quality before it gets to your hands.Winner of Guitar World’s Gold Award, the Medway Special tube amp features a professional Celestion speaker, premium pre-tested tubes and astonishing audio quality. This amp has 18 watts RMS of tube power and features the G12M 12 Celestion speaker which gives this amplifier its powerful, wide sound and mid-range punch for both the stage and studio. For the rock or blues enthusiast, the Marquee Series electric guitars and basses feature original body designs and incredible playability. These models feature EMG-designed pickups in classic configurations, a solid alder body, a classic or typhoon-style pickguard.Rapture Series amplifiers are available from 70W to 200W output half-stacks for performance-ready metal players. Every amp is loaded with Accutronics reverb for the rich, warm tone found in classic metal amps. The clean and distortion channels are great for clean melodic lines or screaming overdrive. New 15W and 20W models feature a built-in chromatic tuner and RCA inputs to practice along with your favorite guitar heroes.AXL guitars and amps are created by a group of world-class designers, delivering hot features and original style to every model."

145

AXL MUSICAL INSTRUMENT COMPANY LTD.

"nternational Office: 380 Valley Drive, Brisbane, CA 94005. Tel: (415) 508-1398. Fax: (415) 508-1396. Email: mail@axlusa.com., Web: www.axlusa.com. Alan Liu, chairman.China Factories Corporate Office: No. 1068 Yongxin Road, Xuhang Town, Jiading District, Shanghai, China 201808. Tel: 011-86-21-5955-6037. Fax: 011-86-21-5955-6328. Email: axlsha@sh163.net. Web: www.axlusa.com. Eric Liu, general manager.AXL Musical Instruments is one of the largest musical instrument manufacturers in the world. With project management at AXL’s international office in California, the manufacturing process takes place within a network of over 20 major facilities throughout China. Each factory is equipped with advanced machinery and uses modern techniques as well as hand craftsmanship for consistent quality and accurate specifications.AXL offers its popular brand name instruments for international sales and OEM production to worldwide importers and distributors. Products are not directly available to retail customers. In addition to manufacturing, AXL imports and distributes products from around the globe into China. Because of excellence in production and customer service, the AXL brand has become synonymous with performance and value.The Single Source concept AXL utilizes for shipping to customers around the world has made a complicated procedure very simple. Customers work with one account representative to place orders and organize shipments, deal with one set of paperwork, and receive one direct shipment of products. The key is the company’s strategic location in Shanghai, China’s largest seaport. By consolidating each customer’s order into one shipping container, customers in 136 countries benefit from reduced freight costs, on-time delivery and a hassle-free process. AXL’s commitment to an easy ordering experience has allowed successful long-term relationships with customers around the world."

146

Aygo Sound Ltd.

"Flt., D2 10/f., How Ming Fty. Buld., 99 Kowloon,. Hong Kong. Tel: 011-852-6076-2263. Email: ray@aygosound.com. Contact: Ray Wang."

147

AZOLA BASSES

"P.O. Box 1519, Ramona, CA 92065. Tel: (760) 789-8581. Email: jill@azola.com. Web: www.azola.com.The Azola family of basses includes: the affordable BugBass II in solid-body and floating top versions; MiniBass; acoustic Baby Bass in laminated and fully carved versions; classic vintage-style Baby Bass; new Latin standard the Mini Baby Bass; and Deco Bass hollow-body bass guitars."

148

AZUMI FLUTES

"P.O. Box 90249, Austin, TX 78709-0249. Tel: (512) 288-2979. Fax: (512) 288-6445."

1,983

B&J MUSIC LTD.

"2360 Tedlo Street, Mississauga, ON L5A 3V3 Canada. Tel: (905) 896-3001. Toll-free: (800) 268-8147. Fax: (905) 896-4554. Toll- free fax: (800) 777-3265. Email: bjmusic- kmc@kaman.com. Edward G. Miller, president; Dale Kroke, senior vice president and general manager; Ellen Hester, vice president/finance; Tony Azevedo, vice president/warehouse operations; Joan Hornberger, assistant vice-president/customer service manager "

149

B-52 PROFESSIONAL

"3383 Gage Avenue, Huntington Park, CA 90255-5530. Tel: (323) 277-4100. Fax: (323) 277-4108. Email: info@B-52pro.com. Web: www.B-52pro.com / www.B-52Guitar.com / www.PRODIGYFX.com B-52 manufactures a wide range of active & passive professional speaker systems, DJ audio workstations, solid-state and all-tube guitar amplifiers, combos, and cabinets."

173

B.C. RICH (Division of Hanser Music Group)

"2395 Arbor Tech Drive, Hebron, KY 41048. Tel: (859) 817-7100. Toll-free: (800) 999-5558. Fax: (859) 817-7150. Toll-free fax: (800) 451-4944. Email: sales@bcrich.com. Web: www.bcrich.com. Jack Hanser, chairman/CEO.Since 1969 B.C. Rich has been known for quality craftsmanship and the innovative shapes of its instruments This American guitar company continues to earn its place in Rock ’n’ Roll history by building guitars that speak to professional players as well as beginners."

150

BABBITT

"Refer to jj Babbitt Company, Inc., in this section."

151

Babicz Guitars USA

"421 Violet Avenue , Poughkeepsie, NY 12601. Tel: (845) 790-5250. Toll-free: (877) 856-0780. Fax: (845) 790-5260. Email: info@babiczguitars.com. Web: www.babiczguitars.com.Guitars with iCZ technology: lateral compression soundboard; torque-reducing split bridge adjustable for intonation; continually adjustable neck."

152

BACON BANJO

"c/o Gretsch Enterprises, P.O. Box 2468, Savannah, GA 31402. Tel: (912) 748-7070. Web: www.gretsch.com.The Bacon Banjo Company was established in 1906 by classical banjo virtuoso Fred J. Bacon. In 1922 he partnered with David L. Day to sell co-designed banjos under the B&D name. The Bacon name resonates today among banjo lovers. For more information refer to Gretsch Enterprises in this section."

153

BADASS BRIDGES & MUSICAL PRODUCTS

"c/o Leo Quan, Inc., 561 Darien Way, San Francisco, CA 94127-2522. Tel: (415) 681-6650. Fax: (415) 681-4487. Email: information@leoquan.com. Web: www.leoquan.com."

155

BADEN GUITARS

"510 Corporate Drive, Escondido, CA 92029. Tel: (760) 738-0370. Fax: (760) 738-0036. Email: info@badenguitars.com. www.badenguitars.com Contact: T.J. Baden."

156

BADGER STATE CASE & SUPPLY COMPANY

"204 West Centralia Street, Elkhorn, WI 53121. Tel: (262) 723-4062. Toll-free tel (orders only): (800) 755-0351. Fax: (262) 723-2587. Ed Strege, owner.This company sells a complete line of band instrument cases. The company also gives quality service on all band instruments. "

157

Bag End (A Division of Modular Sound Systems)

"Phone: (847) 382-4550Manufacturer of high quality loudspeakers, including; bass cabinets, home theater, recording studio, PA and DJ applications."

158

BAGGS L.R. BAGGS CORPORATION

"-483 North Frontage Road, Nipomo, CA 93444. Tel: (805) 929-3545. Fax: (805) 929-2043. Email: support@lrbaggs.com. Web: www.lrbaggs.com. Contact: Mike Newsom. Designer and manufacturer of advanced pickups, support electronics and acoustic amplifiers for ac"

159

BALI PRO DRUMS

"HC 80, Box 280, Hamet, AR 72639. Tel and fax: (870) 448-3912. Email: sales@probali.com. Web: www.probali.com.World percussion and Drum Circle drums; high-quality hand drums. "

160

BALTER MALLETS

Refer to Mike Balter Mallets in this section.

161

Barbetta Electronics

"5345 Commerce Avenue #5, Moorpark, CA 93021. Tel: (805) 529-3607. Fax: (805) 529-0659. Email: info@barbetta.com. Web: www.barbetta.com. Sona and Diva product series. High power MOSFET active PA systems, MOSFET powered keyboard amplifiers, MOSFET powered active reference monitors. "

162

Barcus-Berry

"2456 Remount Road, Suite 305, North Charleston, SC, 29406 Mailing address: P.O. Box 63366, North Charleston, SC 29419-3366 Phone: (843) 745-8501 Toll-free Phone: (800) 845-1922 Fax: (843) 745-8502 Website: www.barcusberry.com Barcus-Berry, exclusively distributed by Musicorp, is a quality manufacturer of acoustic-electric violins and transducer/preamp systems for guitars, pianos, brass, woodwind and orchestral instruments, harmonicas, drums and more. Since 1963, Barcus-Berry products have been delivering true reproduction of acoustic sound. Barcus-Berry is used and endorsed by professional musicians, bands and dancers such as Brian Culbertson, John Jeansonne (Rascal Flatts), Louise Mandrell, Chris Cardona (Sheryl Crow), Brendon Anthony (Pat Green Band), Downs Thompson (Clay Walker Band), David Pichette (Emerson Drive), Brian Batch (Alpha Rev), Natalie Murphy (GB Leighton), Tracy Bonham and Broadway dancer/choreographer, Savion Glover. Learn more about Barcus-Berry products and its users at www.barcusberry.com."

163

BARI WOODWIND SUPPLIES

"1805 Apex Road, Sarasota, FL 34240-2306. Tel: (941) 371-0016. Fax: (941) 378-3617. Email: marynell@cavanaughcompany.com. Web: www.bariwoodwind.com. John Cavanaugh, chairman; Jim Cavanaugh, president; Ellen Cavanaugh, executive vice president; Ron Van Ostenbridge, vice president/operations; Mary Nell Chadsey, director of sales. The founder of BARI, Wolfe Taninbaum’s main mission was to achieve and provide unrivaled sound, consistency, durability and value in a reed and mouthpiece in order to help musicians play to their full potential. In 1952, Wolfe developed his first synthetic reed. It was also the first synthetic reed to gain acceptance from some of the world’s top musicians. BARI is the manufacturer of the BARI Original and BARI Star synthetic reeds. BARI is a boutique shop that has the flexibility to customize BARI mouthpieces along with specializing in private-label programs in plastic, hard rubber, and metal. The EspritTM brand is a free-blowing and easily playable plastic mouthpiece, value-priced for students. The BARI rubber mouthpiece line provides a highly responsive, rich warm tone for jazz and concert use. The Baroque line of ebonite mouthpieces is made for the discriminating classical player, and it is packaged in a cedar slide-top box. Popular metal mouthpiece brands include BARI Gold StandardTM, WT IITM, WT IIITM, and BARI’s latest offering; the Hawk IITM is the newest innovation in metal mouthpieces since the introduction of the high baffle/wedge. Today’s WT IITM and WT IIITM mouthpieces are improved copies of the original. They were designed to produce a dark, husky resonance that was coveted by saxophonists"

164

Barker Musical InstrumentS

"1842 SE First #F, Redmond, OR 97756. Tel: (541) 923-2571. Toll-free: (888) 899-8302. Fax: (541) 923-2571. Email: barkerbass@bendcable.com. Web: www.barkerbass.com. Contact: Lee Barker.Manufacturer of the innovative and visually stunning Barker Bass, a vertically played instrument derived from the electric bass guitar. "

165

BARTOLINI PICKUPS

"2133 Research Drive #16, Livermore, CA 94551. Tel: (925) 443-1037. Fax: (925) 449-7692. Email: bill_b@bartolini.net. Web: www.bartolini.net. Contacts: Bill Bartolini, Pat Bartolini.Manufacturer of magnetic pickups and on-board electronics for guitars and basses."

166

BASIX PERCUSSION

"3451 West Commercial Avenue, Northbrook, IL 60062. Tel: (847) 498-9850. Fax: (847) 498-5370. Email: sales@westheimercorp.com. Web: www.basixpercussion.com.Drum kits, individual add-on drums, stands, padded carrying bags, etc. Drum kits range from entry-level to professional kits. Professional-quality drum sets featuring lacquer-finished drum sets made of birch and maple. Basix hardware is made for the working drummer in two series, #800 and #600. Played by Bernard “Pretty” Purdie and Danny Gottlieb. Write or call for additional information and catalogs."

167

Basslines

"5427 Hollister Avenue, Santa Barbara, CA 93117-2345. Tel: (805) 964-9610. Toll-free: 800-S-DUNCAN. Fax: (805) 964-9749. Email: info@seymourduncan.com. Web: www.basslines.com. Seymour W. Duncan, chairman; Cathy Carter Duncan, CEO; Lynn Robison, president; Evan A. Skopp, vice president; Rick McClendon, vice president OTC sales; Kevin Beller, vice president engineering; Paul Davis, vice president operations. Basslines is Seymour Duncan’s dedicated bass division, constantly producing new and innovative bass products, such as: five- and six-string Active Soapbars; two- and three-band Tone Circuits and active EQ with proprietary slap contour switch; and the Steve Bailey Fundamental Fretless system. Basslines also manufactures vintage-style replacement pickups for Jazz Bass, P-Bass, Music Man, and Rickenbacker basses, including the hugely popular Quarter -Pound for P-Bass.Other products include: Lightnin’ Rods active pickups with pole pieces for a vintage look; and Stack noise-canceling pickups for four- and five-string Jazz bass. New from Basslines: the SSB-5NYC Passive 5-string Soapbars with a double row of exposed Alnico pole pieces. "

168

BASSON SOUND EQUIPMENT

"1954 Kellogg Avenue, Carlsbad, CA 92008. Tel: (760) 929-0457. Fax: (760) 929-0748. Email: sgreen@bassonsound.com. Web: www.bassonsound.com. Contact: Victor Basson.Guitar and bass cabinets. Sound reinforcement monitors. America-made components. No minimum orders."

169

BAY WOODWIND PRODUCTS

"5321-H Derry Avenue, Agoura Hills, CA 91301. Tel: (818) 7067-3309. Fax: (818) 706-3314. Email: cbay@baywoodwind.com. Web: www.baywoodwind.com. Charles Bay, president.Designer, manufacturer, and distributor of Charles Bay and Bay custom-made clarinet and saxophone mouthpieces, swabs, reeds, ligatures, adjustable thumb rests, bass clarinet replacement necks, etc. Brochure and dealer material available on request."

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BEARD GUITARS

"21736 Leitersburg Pike, Hagerstown, MD 21742. Tel: (301) 733-8271. Toll-free: (877) 736-6448. Fax: (301) 791-7811. Email: sales@beardguitars.com. Web: www.beardguitars.com. Contact: Paul Beard.Maker and distributor of the Mike Auldridge signature series guitar and designer and distributor of the Gold Tone import model signature series by Paul Beard."

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BEATO MUSICAL PRODUCTS

"1145 East Dominguez Avenue Units C&D, Carson, CA 90746. Tel: (310) 532-2671. Toll-free: (800) 748-5837. Fax: (310) 532-4253. Telex: 299367-BEAT-UR. Web: www.beato.com. Fred J. Beato, president.Product line includes Beato drum gloves, Beato Canadian maple drumsticks, Beato tips, Beato drum bags, Beato guitar bags, Beato keyboard bags, Beato cymbals, Beato stick bags, Beato cymbal bags, and Cana-Sonic drum heads."

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BECHSTEIN-AMERICA LLC.

"207 W. 58th St., New York, NY 10019. Robert Preim, National Sales Manager, Tel: 609-268-4961, or e-mail us at info@bechstein-america.com. or 877-NYPIANO Web: www.bechstein-america.com Email: info@bechstein-america.comIn Germany: C. Bechstein Pianofortefabrik AG, Kantstrasse 17, 10623 Berlin, Germany. Tel: 011-49-30-315-15-211. Fax: 011-49-30-315-15-248. Web: www.bechstein-americ.de.The C. Bechstein firm was established in 1853 by Carl Bechstein in Berlin. Since that time Bechstein pianos have been manufactured by Germany’s finest craftsmen and played by the world’s great pianists. Through the quality of its grand pianos, Bechstein acquired a name famous throughout the world for its superior performance.Today Bechstein upright and grand pianos are to be found in some of the finest homes and most prestigious concert halls in the world.In addition to modern grand cabinets in standard ebony and mahogany polish, Bechstein has introduced a number of exotic woods and finishes, including Vavona polish (a member of the fir family appearing much like birds-eye maple), Moabi polish, Burl walnut polish, Madrone polish, and Bubinga polish. These exotic finishes are especially attractive in “classic” cabinets with rounded/fluted legs and specially carved music racks and lyres. Another particularly beautiful piano in several models is the mahogany polish with many inlaid patterns. Many other satin woods are available.In 1999 Bechstein introduced the new generation of professional C. Bechstein grand pianos completely new scale designs that will meet the taste and requirements of the most demanding pianists worldwide. The new concert grand D-280 is the flagship and is joined in the C. Bechstein lineup by the C-234, B-212, M/P-192, and L167.C. Bechstein has introduced a new academy line of instruments made in Germany under the marque of Bechstein. These pianos are designed to compete in design and price point with other premium pianos from Europe and the United States. They are available in 160cm, 190cm, 208cm, and 228cm sizes. The smaller sizes will make them the ideal piano for the finest American homes and educational institutions where size is an issue.The ProBechstein series of classic upright models includes the Balance, Avance, Ars Nova, and Concert Eight. These vertical models combine outstanding appearance with superior touch and tone. In January of 2007, Bechstein began distributing its products in North America through Bechstein-America, LLC, a wholly owned subsidiary of C Bechstein Pianofortefabrik.AG., Germany, and in May of 2007, C Bechstein Pianofortefabrik AG purchased the controlling interest in the Bohemia piano factory located in the Czech Republic where it now builds the W. Hoffmann line of grand and vertical pianos."

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BEDA SALES (A Division of Beda Export Import Ltd.)

"2634 Shaughnessy Street, Port Coquitlam, BC V3C 3G6. Tel: (604) 942-1257. Toll-free: (800) 663-5800. Fax: (604) 942-4022. Email: beda_sales@telus.net. Web: www.bedasales.ca. Donna L. Barina, president."

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Bee In Tuner

"P.O. Box 136, Massapequa Park, NY 11762. Tel: (516) 798-5555. Email: info@beeintuner.com"

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BEETHOVEN PIANOS

"232 West 58th Street, New York, NY 10019. Tel: (212) 765-7300. Fax: (212) 765-6544. Email: pianousa@aol.com. Contact: Carl Demler.The Tri-State area’s largest rebuilder. Its 30,000-square-foot factory spotlights the rebuilding and reconditioning of Steinways and includes a range that covers Bösendorfer to Yamaha. The newest addition to the factory is a complete floor dedicated solely to soundboards, pinblocks, and woodworking, supervised by Rudy Bartesch, one of the most respected in the business; Reinhardt Landskrom heads master action rebuilding."

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BEHRINGER U.S.A. INC.

"18912 North Creek Parkway #200, Bothell, WA 98011. Tel: (425) 672- 0816. Fax: (425) 673-7647. Email: sales@behringer.com. Web: www.behringer.com.Behringer is a designer and manufacturer of a large selection of professional audio and musical instrument products. It is also the sole distributor of Bugera Amplifiers. For complete information, contact the Sales Department."

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BEIJING ETERNAL MUSICAL

"Unit 6c, Bld C of Guangxin Jia Yuan, No. 319, Guang An Men Nei St., Beijing 100053, P.R. China. Tel: 011-86-10-8313-1053. Fax: 011-86-10-8313-1108. Email: xsma@embmusic.com. Web: www.embmusic.com.Product line includes: Mavis violins, violas, cellos, and upright basses; Maxine folk guitars, classic guitars, and electric guitars and basses; Conductor woodwind and brass instruments; XS Latin percussion; Megatone drumsets’ and J. Meister accordions."

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Beijing Hsinghai Piano Group Limited.

"8 Guangda Street, Opto-Mechatronics Industrial Park, Tongzhou District, Beijing 101111, China. Tel: 011-86-10-8150-3663. Fax: 011-86-10-8150-3685.The company was established in 1949. Today it has huge modern production facilities and a selection of fine pianos and grand pianos that meets the ever-increasing domestic and international demands for quality, sound, and performance. "

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Belcat Co. Ltd

"Linghu Park, Quichang-Town, Huiyang Huizhou, Guangdong 516221 CHINA Tel : 86-752-356-3705 Fax: 86-752-355-2460 Web: www.belcat.com Email: mark@belcat.com Contact: Mark Badger.B"

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benavente guitars

"388 SW K Street, Grants Pass, OR 97526. Tel: (541) 472-9451. Web: www.benaventeguitars.com. Email: sales@benaventeguitars.com.B"

1,709

BERGMANN PIANOS

"19060 Dominguez Hills Drive, Rancho Dominguez, CA 90220-6404 Tel: (310) 637-2000 Web: www.youngchang.comBergmann offers a full line of quality upright and grand pianos at an affordable price. Sophisticated asymmetrical soundboards are constructed of hand-selected spruce for superior tone. Hammers are made of the finest felt and maple, imparting endurance with great sensitivity. The precision cast vacuum-process iron frame provides superior strength and stability. Bergmann pianos are the work of Young Chang’s 50-year heritage of piano craftsmanship."

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Berklee College of Music

"1140 Boylston Street, Boston, MA 02215-3695. Tel: (617) 266-1400. Fax: (617) 247-2047. Web: www.berklee.edu."

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BERKLEE PRESS

"1140 Boylston Street, Boston, MA 02215. Tel: (617) 747-2759. Fax: (617) 747-2149. Email: jdangora@berklee.edu. Web: www.berkleepress.com.Berklee Press is the only publisher of music instruction books and DVDs based on Berklee College of Music’s renowned teaching methods and curriculum. ."

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Berliner Microphones USA

"4599 Parkbreeze Court, Orlando, FL 32808. Tel: (888) 642-8447. Fax: (208) 545-0446. Email: dana@berlinerusa.com. www.berlinerusa.com."

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Berndt Technical Woods

"P.O. Box 211 Cornish, NH 03746 U.S.A. Tel: (603) 675-6206. Fax: (603) 675-6306. Email: lb@aaabirdseye.com. Contact: Lawrence Berndt."

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BERNIE RICO JR. GUITARS

"17205 Eucalyptus St., Suite B-5, Hesperia, CA 92345. Tel: (760) 956-6619. Fax: (760) 956-3419. Email: info@ricojrguitars.com. Web: www.ricojrguitars.com."

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BERP

"P.O. Box 629, Fairfax, CA 94978. Tel and fax: (415) 457-6529. Toll-free tel: (888) 927-2448. Email: info@berp.com. Web: www.berp.com. "

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BERPS & BAGS: The BERP practice device for all brass instruments

"an efficient way to fix technical playing problems; BAGS from Spain quality handcrafted lightweight instrument cases; and berpbiooila non-petroleum, biodegradable lubricant for piston valve brass instruments "

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BESSON MUSICAL INSTRUMENTS LTD.

"Buffet Crampon USA, Inc., 14125 Beach Boulevard, Jacksonville, FL, 32250-1543. Toll-free: (866) 434-9240. Fax: (904) 821-0315. Email: marketing@buffetcrampon.fr. Web: www.besson.com.Since being founded by Gustave Auguste Besson in 1837, the Besson name has become synonymous with production of the finest brass instruments. It is particularly well known for its range of background brass instruments. The company invented the famous compensating systems for euphoniums and tubas. Besson instruments captured a major part of the British market, and they have also been exported to many countries in Europe, the United States, and Japan."

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BEST PRODUCTS INTERNATIONAL

"15 Secor Road #4, Mahopac, NY 10541. Mailling address: 15-4 Secor Road, Mahopac, NY 10541. Tel: (914) 528-1978. Toll-free tel (orders only): (800) 582-3783. Fax: (845) 528-2158. Email: info@bestproducts.com. Web: www.bestproducts.com.Manufacturer of quality musical instrument maintenance products, including Horn Flush, Best Instrument Polish for metals, First Chair polishes and cleaners, Mad Max polycarbonate mouthpieces, and Cymbal Snap percussion products."

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Best Way Products

"P.O. Box 238, Wanamingo, MN 55983-0238. Tel: (507) 732-5699. Fax: (507) 732-7021.Manufacturer of music supplies: tuning key wrench for Autoharp, Chromaharp, dulcimers, et al; 10” transparent and metal music clips; and end pin holders for cello and bass."

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BEYERDYNAMIC

"56 Central Avenue, Farmingdale, NY 11735-6906. Tel: (631) 293-3200. Toll-free: (800) 293-4463. Fax: (631) 293-3288. Email: salesusa@beyerdynamic.com. Web: www.beyerdynamic.com.Exclusive distribution office for beyerdynamic headphones, microphones, wireless systems, sound contracting products, and accessories."

194

Beyond Musical Instrument Manufacture

"F4-703 Australia Sun Boulevard, South Dagu Road, Hzxi District, Tianjin 300200, China. Email: sharpvision@263.net. Contact: Alison Yang."

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BG FRANCK BICHON

"42 Route de Brignais, Chaponost 69630, France. Tel: 011-33-4-7856-8600. Fax: 011-33-4-7856-5778. Email: info@bgfranckbichon.com. Web: www.bgfranckbichon.com.Manufacturer of BG ligatures, mouthpieces, straps, swabs, stands, and accessories."

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BGE Financial CORPORATION

"Mailing address: P.O. Box 558, Champaign, IL 61824-0558. Office location: 4108 Fieldstone Road #A, Champaign, Illinois 61822. Tel: (217) 351-7380. Toll free: (800) 281-9606. Fax: (217) 351-6380. Web: www.bgefinancial.com. Bill Gray, CEO.BGE Financial provides financial solutions to the music industry. BGE currently provides school lease/purchase plans for schools, universities, and booster organizations. Rental inventory financing. Payment Processing Services on rental and rent-to-own payments, Lease/Purchase Plans for churches, and receivable factoring for dealers and manufacturers."

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BIG BANG DISTRIBUTION/AHEAD DRUMSTICKS

"9420 Reseda Boulevard PMB 350, Northridge, CA 91324. Tel: (818) 727-1127. Toll-free: (800) 547-6401. Fax: (818) 727-1126.)Distribution for Ahead Drumsticks & Snare Drums, Protection Racket Cases, Drumdial, Metrophones, Bass, Drum O’s,Revolution Drum Products, Craviotto Snare Drums, Puresound, Big Dog Hardware, S-Hoops, Robo Key, Sleishman, Xymox, Flix, Fat Cat, RTOM, HansenFutz."

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BIG BRUTE CORDS

"1300 Meridian Street, Huntsville, AL 35801. Tel: (205) 533-6680. Toll-free: (800) 633-2924. Fax: (205) 533-6686. Email: B-Brute@bellsouth.net. Web: bigbrutecords.com. Contact: Teely Newsome"

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BIGHEART SLIDE CO

"1058 East First Street #003, Santa Ana, CA 92701. Tel: (714) 547-1974. Fax: 568-0545. Email: luther@bigheartslide.com. Web: www.bigheartslide.com. Contact: Luther Tatum. Manufacturer of some of the world’s most unique guitar slides made from recycled bottlenecks, aluminum, brass, bronze, and hand-blown glass."

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BIGSBY VIBRATO TAILPIECE

"c/o Gretsch Enterprises,"

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Bilger Products

"9210 Arrowhead Trace Lane, Houston TX 77089. Tel: (281) 997-8111. Email: bilgerproducts@yahoo.com. Contact: Matthew McCoy. Performing artist, clinician, teacher, and mouthpiece expert David Bilger has developed lines of mouthpieces that satisfy the needs of today’s students and top saxophonists. "

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Bill Lawrence Guitar Design Co

"1785 Pomona Road Unit D Corona, CA 92880 Tel: (951) 371-1494 Fax: (951) 371-9191 Toll-free: (877) 647-2651 Email: becky@billlawrence.com Web: www.billlawrence.com "

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BLACK DIAMOND STRINGS (The Cavanaugh Company)

"1805 Apex Road, Sarasota, FL 34240-2306. Tel: (941) 371-0016. Fax: (941) 378-3617. Email: marynell@cavanaughcompany.com. Web: www.blackdiamondstrings.com. John Cavanaugh, chairman; Jim Cavanaugh, president; Ellen Cavanaugh, executive vice president; Ron Van Ostenbridge, vice president/operations; Mary Nell Chadsey, director of sales. Black Diamond Strings manufactures musical strings for numerous stringed instruments including acoustic, electric, bass and flamenco guitar, resonator, mandolin, banjo, ukulele, violin and upright bass. Black Diamond Strings also have a series of black coated strings to enhance the life of a set. Newest to Black Diamond lineup is their Pure Jazz series of flat wound electric and bass guitar strings along with their new Black Diamond Delrin flat picks. National PicksTM is an accessory line that includes thumb and metal fingerpicks. National Picks has recently added to their lineup: brass, stainless steel and gold- plated metal finger along with their original nickel silver. "

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BLACK MOUNTAIN INSTRUMENTS

"100 Foothill Boulevard, Calistoga, CA 94515. Toll-free: (800) 786-4240. Fax: (707) 942-0487. Web: www.BlackMtnInstruments.com. Contact: David Johnston.Maker of mountain dulcimers since 1972 acoustic dulcimers (several sizes and shapes), solid-body electrics, and acoustic/electrics. Also: dulcimer kits; PaperTune classroom dulcimers; books and tapes."

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BLACK MOUNTAIN MUSICAL ENT.

"3250 North Post Road, Building 279, Indianapolis, IN 46226. Tel: (317) 899-1524. Toll-free: (866) 885-0881. Fax: (317) 899-3837. Email: admin@blackmountainmusical.com, Web: www.blackmountainmusical.com.The company is a service-oriented music distributor selling a complete line of instruments and accessories."

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BLACKHAWK DRUMS

See Gretsch Enterprises in this section.

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BLADE GUITARS

"c/o Close Marketing, 4231 South Natches Court #E, Englewood, CO 80110. Tel: (303) 988-7620. Toll-free: (800) 475-9006. Fax: (303) 781-6465. Email: gordon@closemarketing.com. Web: www.closemarketing.com. Contacts: Gordon Close, Bruce Hefler, Al Perna.Close Marketing is the distributor in the Americas and Canada for Blade Guitars, which were designed and developed by Gary Levinson in Switzerland in 1988."

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BLESSING

"E.K. Blessing Company, Inc., 1301 West Beardsley Avenue, Elkhart, IN 46514. Tel: (574) 293-0833. Toll-free: (800) 348-7409. Fax: (574) 293-8398. Randall Johnson, president.Founded in 1906, Blessing is recognized as the oldest continuous manufacturer of musical instruments in Elkhart. "

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BLITZ MANUFACTURING COMPANY

"263 America Place, Jeffersonville, IN 47130. Tel: (812) 285-6031. Toll-free: (800) 356-0860. Fax: (812) 285-6070. Email: sales@blitzinc.com. Web: www.blitzinc.com. Contact: Andy Herf.Professional cleaning and polishing products. Blitz polishing cloths are non-toxic and made of 100% soft cotton flannel, specially treated to protect and prolong the shine of all musical instruments."

215

Blueberry Guitars

"4500 Chemin Bois Franc Ville St-Laurent H4S 1A7, QC Canada Phone: (514) 333 - 3390 Fax: (514) 745 - 1758 Email: info@blueberryguitars.com Contact: Mark D. GoldmanExtraordinary handmade hand carved guitars unlike any other. Blueberry Guitars is quickly becoming known for having large vibrant sound, and exquisite, and tasteful carving. Blueberry is evolving the crafting of guitars. "

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BO-PEP

"Box 144-M, South Thomaston, ME 04858. Tel and fax: (207) 596-6595.Manufacturer of: the bo-pep Flute Finger Rest, Finger Saddle, and Thumb Guide; and bo-pep Sax Strap."

216

Bogner Amplification Custom Shop

"11411 Vanowen Street, North Hollywood 91605, CA Phone: 818 765 8929 Fax: 818 765 5299 Email: bogneramps@earthlink.net Web: www.bogneramplification.com Contact: Jorg DorschnerBogner Tube Amplifiers and Speaker Enclosures"

217

Bolin Guitars

"P.O. Box 9501, Boise, ID 83703. Tel: (208) 344-1260. Fax: (208) 345-2578. Email: bolinguitars@cableone.net. Web: www.bolinguitars.com."

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Boomerang Musical Products

"P.O. Box 3788, Grapevine, TX 76099-3788. Tel (800) 530-4699. Fax (817) 251-8509. Email: mnelson@boomerangmusic.com. Maker of the Boomerang(R) Plus looper and other pedals. New E-series effect pedals to be released in Aug 07. "

1,886

BOOSEY & HAWKES

"Distributed by Hal Leonard, 7777 West Bluemount Road, Milwaukee, WI 53213. Tel: (714) 774-3630. Web: www.halleonard.com.Boosey & Hawkes is the world’s largest publisher devoted exclusively to concert and eductional music."

220

BORN TO ROCK DESIGN INCORPORATED

"470 West End Avenue #8A, NY, NY 10024. Tel: (212) 496-5342. Toll-free: (800) 496-ROCK. Fax: (212) 496-2780. Web: www.borntorock.com. Robert Kunstadt, president.Design and manufacture of the Born to Rock F4c electric guitar and F4b bass guitar."

221

BOSE CORPORATION

"The Mountain #232, Framingham, MA 01701-9168. Tel: (508) 879-7330. Toll-free: (800) 637-8781. Fax: (508) 628-3119. Web: www.Bose.com.Professional loudspeaker systems for performers, sound reinforcement, background/foreground music systems, restaurants, churches."

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BOSPHORUS CYMBALS

"3939 Royal Drive NW #101, Kennesaw, GA 30144. Tel: (678) 354-1060. Toll-free: (877) 285-0552. Fax: (678) 354-9300. Email: info@bosphoruscymbals.com. Web: www.bosphoruscymbals.com.Manufacturer of high-quality hand-made cymbals from Turkey."

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BOSS

"5100 South Eastern Avenue, Los Angeles, CA 90040. Tel: (323) 890-3700. Fax: (323) 890-3701. Web: www.BossUS.com.The world’s number-one share in effects processors; the brand that has achieved legendary status among guitarists, the pioneer of compact effector pedals, BOSS offers a diverse, world-leading product lineup that includes compact-effects processors, multi-effects processors, digital recorders, rhythm machines, metronomes, tuners, and more."

224

bowen music company

"6334 El Cajon Boulevard, San Diego, CA 92115. Tel: (619) 265-0577. Toll-free: (800) 831-5569. Fax: (619) 265-1414. Email: dbowen@freedomguitar.com.Vibrato systems; Bowen handle; Locking machine heads; Bowen machines; Bowen percussion, drumsets, and hardware; Capistrano guitars; classical and folk instruments. Vintage guitars and amplifiers."

225

BRADLEY MUSIC COMPANY

"18080 Boris Drive, Encino, CA 91316. Tel: (818) 881-2258. Toll-free: (800) 858-3776. Fax: (818) 881-6768. Contact: Chris Bradley.Manufacturer of “Bradley’s Music Rule,” the one tool for all musicians."

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Brazen Guitars

"1518-A W. Industrial Park St., Covina, CA 91722 Phone: (626)610-3404 Email: info@brazenguitars.comAn award-winning instrument that sets new standards for playability and design. "

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BREEDLOVE GUITAR COMPANY

"19885 Eighth Street, Tumalo, OR 97701. Tel: (541) 385-8339. Fax: (541) 385-8183. Email: pnewport@breedloveguitars.com. Contact: Peter Newport.Specializing in exotic tonewoods and innovative designs, Breedlove offers a full line of custom-made guitars and mandolins ranging from the traditional to the progressive."

228

Bridgecraft USA

"14680 Alondra Blvd, La Mirada, CA 90638. Tel: 714 523 2222, Fax: 714 523 3499. www.xmusicpro.comYour one stop resource for a full line of instruments and accessories. Custom Designs, Private Labeling, Dealer Incentives and more. Get More and Invest Less with our Quality Products and Easy Payment Options. Save Time and Save Money with our Express Will Call and Prompt Shipping. Our featured brand names include Glen Burton, Huntington, De Rosa, BGuitars, B USA, Cark Cables, and Music Village. We offer a complete line of Guitars, Basses and Drums, Electronic Keyboards, Brass and Woodwind Instruments, String Instruments plus a complete selection of accessories."

229

BRIDGEPORT INSULATED WIRE

"51 Brookfield Avenue, P.O. Box 5217, Bridgeport, CT 06610. Tel: (203) 333-3191. Fax: (203) 334-4704. Email: wrapwire@aol.com. Web: bridgeportinsulated.com. Contact: Chris Pelletier.The company’s unique Clearcoat process is used over phosphor bronze, brass, silver-plated copper, and silver-plated steel."

230

Brio! Flutes

"57882 S.R. 19 South, Elkhart, IN 46517. Mailing address: P.O. Box 788, Elkhart, IN 46515. Tel (574) 295-5280. Toll-free tel: (800) 348-7461. Fax (574) 295-8323. Web: www.brioflute.com. Brio! Flutes offers premium step-up and advanced and professional flutes featuring a hand-cut Dana Sheridan Series headjoint and an array of professional options as well as quality alto flutes for discriminating players. Brio! Flutes is a division of Gemstone Musical Instruments. "

1,713

Brodman Piano Group

"Viktorgasse 14, Vienna 1040, Austria. Email: christian.heferl@brodmann-pianos.com. www.brodmann-pianos.com"

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BROOKLYN GEAR

"20 Jay Street, Suite 1002, Brooklyn, NY 11201. Tel: (718) 858-4900. Fax: (718) 858-2434. Email: info@brooklyngear.com. Web: www.brooklyngear.com. Grand and upright pianos. Cadeson U.S.A."

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BROOKSIDE PRESS

Refer to Piano Book in the Keyboard section.

1,859

BROOKSIDE PRESS

Refer to Piano Book in the Keyboard section.

232

Brubaker Guitars

"250 Chartley Drive, Reisterstown, MD 21136-2306. Tel: (410) 833-3723. Fax: (410) 833-3723. Email: info@brubakerguitars.com. Web: www.brubakerguitars.com."

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Bruce L. Ross/Specialty Woods Broker

"303 Potrero ST. #29-302 Santa Cruz 95060, CA USA Phone: 831-459-9329 Fax: 831-459-6933 Email: blross@got.netFull line of wood products for the musical instrument industry."

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BRYCO PRODUCTS

"1017 East El Segundo Boulevard, El Segundo, CA 90245. Toll-free: (800) 932-8729. Fax: (310) 640-7800. Email: brian@brycoproductds.com. Web: www.brycoproducts.com. Contact: Brian Bielski.Digital media storage racks and accessories."

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BSS AUDIO U.S.A.

"8760 South Sandy Parkway, Utah, 84070. Tel: 801-566-8800. Fax: 801-568-7662. Email: bssaudiousa@harman.com. Web: www.bss.co.uk. A leading manufacturer of signal processing products in the sound contracting, touring, fixed installation, and recording studio markets. Distributor of an extensive range of crossovers, equalizers, and dynamic processing and signal splitting equipment."

237

BSX BASS

"2256 Brodhead Rd, Aliquippa, PA 15001. Tel: (724) 378-8697. Fax: (724) 378-4079., Email: dino@bsxbass.comManufacturer of electronic four- and five-string electronic upright basses. Onboard preamp. New piezo bridge with individual balance controls per string. Detachable neck, rotating tummy rest, Cordura gig bags, B5XT4, B5XT5. Call or write for more information."

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BUCK MUSICAL INSTRUMENT PRODUCTS

"40 Sand Road, New Britain, PA 18901. Tel: (215) 345-9442. Fax: (215) 384-8761. Web: www.BucksMusic.com. Karl F. Dieterichs, president.Founded in 1966, this company manufactures bodhráns, Indian drums, ukes, leather instrument straps, hammered dulcimer stands, tars, and deffs."

240

BucketDrums

"18564 142nd Ave NE, Woodinville WA, 98072 Tel: (866) 559-7277 Fax: (208) 485-3522 Email: scott@rockenwraps.com Contact: Scott Rockenfield."

239

Buck’s Bags

"2401 West Main Street, Boise, ID 83702. Tel: (208) 344-4400. Fax: (208) 344-6244. Email: bucksbags@rmci.net. Web: www.BucksMusic.com. Contact: Jim Perkins"

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BUDDA AMPLIFICATION

"60 Tehama Street, First Floor, San Francisco, CA 94105. Tel: (415) 247-2700. Toll-free: (877) 866-3439. Fax: (415) 247-2701. Email: scots@budda.com. Web: www.budda.com. Contact: Scot Sier.A premier manufacturer of analog tube amplification and effects pedals."

242

Buddy Rich Drum Company

"275 Centre St. #10 Holbrook, Ma 02343, Tel: (781) 961-9500, Fax (781) 961-9505 www.buddyrichdrumcompany.com.Buddy Rich Signature Model, Custom Drums, sticks and accessories "

244

Bulletproof Instruments

"9222 Princeton St. Highlands Ranch, CO 80130 Tel: (303) 642-6321 Email: mstasiewicz@bulletproofinstruments.com Contact: Mike Stasiewicz."

246

Burkart-Phelan

"2 Shaker Road #D107 Shirley, MA 01464 U.S.A. Tel: (978) 425-4500. Fax: (978) 263-8187. Email: barry@burkart.com. Contact: Barry Pease.Manufacturer of high quality flutes."

247

Burrell Guitars

4942 Waverly Road Huntington WV 25704 U.S.A. Tel (304)429-4848 Fax (304) 429-4848. Email: leo@burrellguitars.com. Contact Leo Burrell

248

Bushman Music Works

"47 E Main St Unit 2-A, Nashville, IN 47448. Tel: 812-988-8084. Fax: 812-988-4134. Email: john@bushmanmusic.com. Contact: John Hall.Publisher of the finest in classical and contemporary music in all areas of musical performance: solo to orchestral; Renaissance to 21st Century; vocal and instrumental; urtext and scholarly."

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Buzz Feiten Tuning System

Tel: (310) 823-7981 www.buzzfeiten.com Email: sales@buzzfeiten.com Contact: Allen Wald. A tuning system that provides proper intonation for all electric and acoustic guitars and basses. Non-invasive retrofit training and OEM licensing.

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BÄRENREITER VERLAG

"International Sales and Marketing, Heinrich-Schuetz-Allee 35-37, D-34131 Kassel, Germany. Tel: 011-49-(561)-3105-173. Fax: 011-49-(561)-3105-310. Email: international@baerenreiter.com Web: www.baerenreiter.com"

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C & J Distributing

"8059 Stage Hills Blvd. #104 Bartlett, TN 38133 (901)383-6575U.S. distributors of Hutchins Guitars. These retro-sexy instruments feature classic body shapes with modern hardware and electronics. "

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C&C CUSTOM DRUMS

"700F NE 76th Street, Gladstone, MO 64118. Tel: (816) 468-1121. Email: candcdrums@aol.com. Web: www.candccustomdrums.com. Contact: Bill Cardwell."

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C&L MUSIC

"P.O. Box 3387, Fremont, CA 94539. Tel: (510) 252-9768. Fax: (510) 252-9848. Email: shunhwa@comcast.net. Contact: Shun-Hwa Chang."

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C-DUCER/OMNICRAFT

"119 High Shoals Lane, Statesville, NC 28677-2458. Tel: (704) 528-7811. Toll-free: (800) 510-2289. Email: info@cducer.com. Web: www.cducer.com. Jack Waligora, president.C-Ducer contact microphones for acoustic instruments: piano, harp, hammered dulcimer, guitar, bass, violin, mandolin."

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C.A.E. SOUND

"285 North Amphlett Boulevard, San Mateo, CA 94401. Tel: (650) 348-2737. Fax: (650) 348-2034. Email: info@caesound.com. Web: www.caesound.com.The primary source for vintage keyboard diagnostic and repair services and vintage parts for Hammond organs, Leslie speakers, Fender Rhodes, Rhodes Chroma, Hohner Clavinet D6, Farfisa, Crumar, and Vox. Vintage amp repair service Marshall, Park, Orange, Boogie, HiWatt, Fender, Vox, Gibson, etc. Pro-speaker reconing services."

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C.F. Peters Corporation

"70-30 80th Street, Glendale, NY 11385. Tel: (718) 416-7800. Fax: (718) 416-7805. Email: sales@cfpeters-ny.com. Web: www.edition-peters.com. Frank Billack, director of sales. Publisher of the finest in classical and contemporary music in all areas of musical performance: solo to orchestral; Renaissance to 21st Century; vocal and instrumental; Urtext and scholarly."

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Cable Corp

"P.O. Box 8798, Newport Beach, CA 92658. Tel: (949) 752-0050. Toll-free tel: (800) 893-9033. Fax: (949) 752-0056. Email: CableCorp@KayGuitar.com. Tony Blair, president.Cable Corp is the Professional Musician’s Connection for high-quality instrument cables with a Lifetime Warranty in the under-$30-retail price point. A complete line of affordable and professional guitar cables, speaker cords, instrument cables, MIDI cables, microphone cables, adaptor plugs and connectors, and patch cables and plugs. Cable Corp is the number-one choice of quality conscious musicians looking for connectors at a rock bottom price. Cable Corp products are available internationally through distributors."

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CAD (CAD PROFESSIONAL MICROPHONES)

"6573 Cochran Road BLDG i, Solon, OH 44139. Tel: (440) 349-4900. Toll-free: (800) 762-9266. Fax: (440) 248-4904. Email: sales@cadmics.com. Web: www.cadmics.com.CAD Professional Microphones continues its tradition as a leading manufacturer of professional audio products, featuring M Series, Equitek Series, GXL Series, and the new Trion Series of studio/live reinforcement condenser microphones, as well as live performance handheld dynamic and condenser microphones. CAD’s existing line also includes professional percussion and CAD commercial microphones."

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Cadeson U.S.A.

"246 South 5th Avenue, City of Industry, CA 91746. Tel: (626) 369-0253. Fax: (626) 369-0282. Email: kevin@cadesonworld.com. Web: www.cadesonworld.com."

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Calicchio Brass Musical Instruments

"1320 East 58th Street, Tulsa, OK 74105. Tel: (918) 743-4922. Fax: (918) 743-4931. Email: chris@calicchio.com. Web: www.calicchio.com."

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CALIFORNIA WHOLESALE MUSIC CO.

"6420 Fairmount Ave, El Cerrito, CA. 94530 Tel and fax: (510) 540-6928. Email: cwhm@pacbell.net. Contact: Jean Youn.U.S. importer of Millant-Deroux Rosin from France. Distributor of Pirastro strings, Thomastik strings and accessories, Super-Sensitive strings, Glasser bows, Prim, Kun, Wolf, Black Hole cello stops, genuine Aubert bridges from France, and Wittner products."

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CALTON CASES

"120 Halifax Street, Unit 1, Moncton, NB CANADA E1C 9S1 Phone; (506) 855-5465, Fax: (866) 861-3125 Email: sales@caltoncases.com. Web: www.caltoncases.com. Con