Tuesday, June 18th

J. Rémy Deluxe Fiberglass Bows Are Here!

posted April 7, 2013 in news,Product News

Knilling is now offering J. Rémy Deluxe Fiberglass Bows, part of a continuing effort to offer quality string instruments and accessories at an affordable price.

“These bows offer superior performance,” says Jim Eaton, vice president Knilling and Orchestral Sales. “When held you immediately can tell they are the products of refined craftsmanship and will be an excellent choice for beginners and advancing players.”

J REMY copyThese bows are inspired by those created by the Pecatte family in the early 19th Century, and are purposely crafted to reflect the elegant design associated with refined instruments. Well-balanced and exceedingly playable, they feature nickel silver mounted, fully-lined ebony frogs, with select mother of pearl slide and three-part button, leather thumb grip and elegant contoured faux whalebone winding.

These J. Rémy Deluxe Fiberglass Bows are available for the quartet of string instruments: List $59.95 (violin, 4/4-1/8); $79.95 (viola, 4/4); $79.95 (cello, 4/4-1/4); and $249.95 (French or German model bass, 3/4-1/4).

“These bows are the best of both old and new worlds,” Eaton adds. “And offer tone and confidence for any player wanting a better sound from their string instrument.”

For more information on placing an order or becoming a J. Rémy dealer, please email [email protected] or call 1-800-727-4512.

Dixon K-Series Drum Hardware Expands

posted March 18, 2013 in news,Product News

Dixon presents the latest addition to its popular hardware line up, K-Series. K-Series offers a full array of premium drum hardware built for drummers who demand the ultimate in features and stability. Designed to match the style and function of Dixon’s top line Artisan drums, the K-Series line up includes cymbal, tom, hi-hat, and snare stands along single pedals, double bass drum pedals and a variety of thrones.

“Dixon has been known for its quality and value for years,” says … read more

New Franz Sandner Violin Are Here!

posted March 12, 2013 in news,Product News

Knilling presents … from German artisans to your hands!

Knilling is now offering two new Franz Sander master violins, the Symphony Model and the Concerto Model. Both are handcrafted in Nauheim, Germany, and offer emerging talent a professional-quality instrument at an affordable price.

“These master violins from Franz Sander are heralded for their characteristic performance and open resonance,” declares Jim Eaton, vice president Knilling and Orchestral Sales. “It is exciting for us to offer our dealers yet another choice in … read more

Alvarez Artist Guitars For Lefties

posted February 19, 2013 in news,Product News

Alvarez has added left-handed versions of their award-winning Artist Series line of solid top acoustic guitars. Lefties will no longer be left out as southpaw versions of Artist Series’ Dreadnought, OM/Folk, Parlor, Grand Auditorium, and Acoustic Basses. Artist Series’ Baritones will be available soon.

“We got a lot of requests from left-handed players wanting a better choice, and we wanted to accommodate them,” says Chris Meikle, Alvarez brand manager and senior v.p. at SLM. “We wanted guitars for everyone, and … read more

The Music Shop Wins Alvarez-Yairi Guitar

posted February 13, 2013 in Business News

A dealer of a Tennessee Music Store when to the International Music Instrument Trade Show in Anaheim (NAMM), and went home with a brand new beautiful handmade Alvarez-Yairi guitar just by stopping by the St. Louis Music booth.

Not bad, eh?

St. Louis Music dealer Allen Haynes of The Music Shop is the winner of SLM’s special NAMM show contest. The owner of the Murfreesboro, Tenn. retail operation won the drawing for a new Alvarez Yairi WY1T worth $2,199.00 that … read more

Sigma Guitars, Exclusive to iMSO Members

posted February 7, 2013 in Featured News,news

St. Louis Music announces that they are managing and distributing the Sigma Guitar line. These mid-level guitars will be offered exclusively to members of the Independent Music Store Owner’s (iMSO) group.

“St. Louis Music has always enjoyed a great relationship with independent music store owners and our friendship with the people of iMSO has continued to grow,” says CEO Mark Ragin. Ragin began his career behind the counter of an independent music instrument store, and he’s been dedicated to independent … read more

Introducing … Zonda Brass & Woodwind Instruments!

posted January 29, 2013 in Business News,news

Doesn’t get more exciting than this: SLM has added a new line of brass and woodwind instruments aimed specifically at the rental market. The respected Zonda name is synonymous with great reeds, and now Zonda stands for quality flutes, clarinets, trumpets, trombones, and alto and tenor saxophones. Introduced at the recent NAMM convention on January 24th, Zonda instruments started flying out of our warehouse and into retailers everywhere pretty much immediately ….

Asked for the reasons why SLM is now … read more

New Redesigned Alvarez Yairi Line Is Here!

posted January 28, 2013 in news,Product News

“Perfection is a journey, not a destination,” says Chris Meikle on the announcement of modernizing the entire Alvarez-Yairi line. “These guitars have held a special place in the hearts of discriminating players for nearly five decades, so when we decided to see if we could make them even better, we did it carefully and with the reverence they deserve.”

Meikle, Alvarez Brand Director and Senior VP of St. Louis Music, assures that the instruments will still be handmade by the … read more

Hamilton Stands Unveils Desktop Mic Stand Off-Set Adapter

posted January 23, 2013 in Product News

Hamilton Stand unveils the KB816 Off-Set Adapter, an innovatively designed accessory that adds much needed stability to desktop microphone stands.

“Home recording, broadcasting, practicing, and playing with the desktop computer continues to gain popularity with players at all levels,” says Hamilton Stand president William Carpenter. “Yet players have been increasingly frustrated with microphone set ups. The new KB816 Off-Set Adapter provides much needed stability to desktop mic stands, and is perfect for mounting studio quality mics on small stands on … read more

Patrick Stevenson Joins SLM

posted January 21, 2013 in Business News

SLM has a new member of the family — but it’s actually a homecoming:  Patrick R. Stevenson has joined the company as vice president of sales.

“We’re excited about Patrick returning to St. Louis Music,” says CEO Mark Ragin. “We’re experiencing tremendous growth now not only in new products, but new lines like Zonda brass, Dixon drums, Sigma guitars, and so much more. His experience and talent will continue to build on and expand the service we provide our dealers.”… read more

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