NAMM. Anything Interesting to You?

[OldStrummer]

I admit the NAMM (National Association of Music Merchants) show taking place doesn't usually garner much attention from me, and has become a bit of a non-starter for some companies (Fender is there, but in a low-key way). Not being a pedal guy, I can't speak to some of the makers, and it's more than a guitar show, so it's hard to get too excited about it.

Still, two of the guitar industry's giants have announced new models for 2025, Martin and Taylor. It's nice to see these company's aren't just making insignificant changes to their product line, but from what I've read, new guitars from these guys aren't reaching out to me. However, the list of guitar makers is impressive, so it might be worth cruising the exhibit hall, which is open to the public ($tarting today). But it's in Anaheim (not yet affected by the fires, I believe), so I'm not going. How about you? Anything of interest stand out for you?

[blackonblack]

Well I was originally planning to be there today, and the next couple days, but couldn?t get away from work. Had a dealer badge waiting for me. The plan was so much looking for what?s new as much as job shopping.

[DanTheBluesMan]

not really interested in anything new for guitars. Amps are another story. Supposedly Marshall is putting another 20 watt reiteration, this time it's a JCM900 4500/4501 variant. I've been eyeballing the real deal for nearly 2 years now, watching the prices. There's been a few good deals that I wish I could have snagged. At 1299, the new mini version is on a par with the good condition originals, and many have been less. The difference being the new ones will actually sell. Most of the originals have been up for months, if not over a year.