Continuing the tradition of rolling out affordable road-worthy gear, On-Stage Stands sets the standard again with the new GS7561 5-Space Folding Multi Guitar Rack, set to hit dealer floors in July. A hit at its Winter NAMM 2013 unveiling, the new GS7561 5-Space Guitar Rack is a cost effective way to display a combination of electric and acoustic instruments on stage, in the studio, or at home. With the GS7561, the stage clutter that comes along with a vast guitar arsenal is a thing of the past. Instead, guitars line up in single-file leaning against a padded yoke and cradled by a padded base. Access is unobstructed and instantaneous. The wide rectangular base is stable no matter how many slots are full. And, like you’d expect from On-Stage Stands, portability is built into the design. The backrest folds downwards, making a lightweight, low-profile bundle that neatly packs away in a car, truck, van or storage closet. While the product is designed with 3 electrics and 2 acoustics in mind, a number of other combinations are possible. A user’s guide inserted in each box details all the recommended combinations and provides clear assembly instructions. The GS7561 is feature-rich. Black velveteen rubber on all contact points cradles and protects guitars from scratches and wear. Unique spanning dividers can be added or removed for custom configurations. The dividers are also fully-padded and keyed for a snug, tight fit. List: $89.99. MAP: $50.95  

   Adding to its line of accessories for small folk instruments, On-Stage Cases is proud to announce the GBU4100 series of ukulele gig bags. The GBU4100 bags join the GCU4000 series of hardshell cases as a comprehensive line of protection options for all popular uke sizes. This new series will be available to dealers in July. The GBU4100 series consists of four functional and durable gig bags sized for soprano, concert, tenor, and baritone ukuleles. Each model is tailored to fit perfectly over its respective instrument.  A rugged black 600-D nylon material makes for a water-resistant exterior and is easy to clean, while purple accents and curvy lines offer a stylish appearance. The interiors are lined with a dense layer of 7mm padded foam providing ample protection for its instrument.  Each bag in the GBU4100 series is equipped with 2 roomy exterior pockets to hold a full cargo of accessories including pics, straps, pitch pipes, replacement strings and more. In fact, our GS6000 Mighty Uke Stand fits perfectly in the top pocket. Designed for easier mobility, the bags can be carried using the padded carry handle or via the adjustable/removable backpack style shoulder straps. A top hanging hook is sewn on each bag to allow dealers to hang on peg hooks or display racks. Soprano Ukulele Bag (GBU4101) List: $39.99. MAP: $23.95 Concert Ukulele Bag (GB4002) List: $39.99. MAP: $23.95 Tenor Ukulele Bag (GB4003) List: $39.99. MAP: $23.95 Baritone Ukulele Bag (GB4004) List: $39.99. MAP: $23.95 Ukuleles and other folk instruments are sure to be big sellers this summer. The GBU4100 Series Uke bags are the perfect complement to this popular trend. Contact your On-Stage rep for more information on the GBU4100 series and other folk instrument accessories.  

     Just in time for outdoor summer fun, On-Stage Stands introduces the GS5000 Fold-Flat instrument stand. Whether it’s at a party on the beach or a sing-along around the campfire, the GS5000 is the perfect carefree portable stand for small instruments. The GS5000 is in stock and ready to go! The GS5000 Fold-Flat is sized just right for ukulele, fiddle, violin, viola, mandolin, lap steel guitar, dulcimer, and similar instruments. Every bit as portable as the instruments it’s designed to hold, the GS5000 is lightweight and unobtrusive. But don’t let its size fool you; constructed of 7mm steel wire, the GS5000 is as tough as most full size stands. A stepped-yoke design allows the GS5000 to accommodate many types of instruments. And like all On-Stage Stands instrument stands, every potential contact point is lined with special velveteen rubber. List: $17.99. MAP: $10.95 Affordable and compact, the GS5000 is sure to be customer favorite in 2013. Contact your On-Stage Stands rep for more information.  

   DrumFire is now shipping the new DA-26P Percussion Mount with Spline. Unveiled at this past Winter NAMM, the DA-26P is a unique, original product that joins the expanded offerings to drummers under the DrumFire name, including drum thrones, drum sets and accessories.  Born from the elliptical enveloping clamp design first found on the u-mount Tablet Mounting System (itself a Best-in-Show winner), the DA-26P Percussion Mount is a natural adaptation of this versatile system. The clean design mounts to any round hardware tubing from 16mm – 25mm without the need for clumsy bolts and catches. A single oversized thumbscrew secures the mount in seconds. Once clamped, the internal spline allows for 360 degrees of pull-and-turn rotation in 26 locking increments.  It is the fast, easy way to mount and position cowbells, electric drum pads, music lyres, tambourines, FX cymbals, and more. Constructed of chrome plated steel, the DA-26P seamlessly complements standard drum hardware, matching existing cymbal, high hat, and tom stands. The included knurled steel rod can be used for mounting cowbells, tambourines, etc., or it can be removed to allow small boom arms to be positioned freely around the kit. The DA-26P also fits handily on mic stands, music stands, and other common stage gear, making it a great accessory mount for singers, guitar players, keyboardists… the whole band! Priced at $58.99 (List) and $35.95 (MAP), the DA-26P is DrumFires’s first offering in the drum hardware market and it promises to be a hot seller.

       On-Stage Gear, leading the way in accessory products for performers, is now shipping two new capos. First introduced at the 2013 Winter NAMM show, the GA100 Guitar Capo and GA200 Uke Capo both allow musicians to play open strings and chords in whatever key they want. Both models feature an elongated handle that fits comfortably in the player’s hand. The quick-squeeze trigger design allows players to simply squeeze and remove instantly. Thus, guitar or small fretted instrument players can reposition the capo mid-measure for key changes with no problem at all.  This convenience is simply not possible with thumb or screw style designs. Cast steel and aluminum construction provide the necessary weight and durability you would expect from On-Stage products.  Silicone padding on both capo models offers true string dampening and helps protect the instrument’s neck and fingerboard. The GA100 Guitar Capo provides ample dampening coverage for 6 and 12 string guitars. The GA100 is available in a black powder coat finish and is priced at $23.99 (List) or $13.95 (MAP).  The GA200 Uke Capo is sized for ukulele’s, mandolins and fiddles. It is available in a silver finish and is priced at $23.99 (List) or $12.95 (MAP).    

On-Stage Stands is proud to be named by The Hartford Advocate as one of Hartford’s finest. As a company, we know this honor is a reflection of our fine staff and business partners. Our goal is to deliver above the industry standard in product value, customer service, and industry leadership. We thank The Advocate for this recognition and look forward to continuing the hard work that made it possible.     From The Hartford Advocate : “Hartford's Finest 2013 profile series is produced by Proactive Resources for the May 1st issue of the Hartford Advocate. Our knowledgeable team of researchers and writers mine the wealth of current and readily available information to find the best in your field…   …ON-STAGE STANDS is the trusted brand of musicians in 79 countries worldwide. Founded in Hartford 34 years ago with the promise of affordability, durability & innovation, musicians rely on their products at home and on the road. Their product offering is large in scope and ranges from instrument stands, bags, cases & cables to iPad accessories…   … Led by lifelong CT residents Jim, John & Sharon Hennessey, this family business has grown from out of the basement to its current company status, with more than 60 employees worldwide. The company culture and creativity is reflected in their staff, which is balanced between musicians and entrepreneurial-minded people.”

     On-Stage Stands will soon be shipping two new accessories for M20 subwoofers. The SS7746 Subwoofer Pole with M20 Threads, and the SSA20M M20 Speaker Cabinet Adapter, introduced at this year’s Winter NAMM, will ship to dealers in early June.  These products join the companies growing number of speaker accessories, including the new SS7747 Crank-Up Subwoofer Pole introduced in 2012.  The SS7746 Subwoofer Pole with M20 threading is designed to meet the demand of the new mount subwoofers that continue to hit the market with M20 threaded pole mounts instead of the older 1 3/8” socket design. The advantage is obvious: no tilt and wobble!. The SS7746’s all-steel shaft telescopes from 30”-54”, held tight with a friction locking knob backed up by a captive steel security pin. The lower shaft features 41 mm diameter steel tubing terminated with a zinc plated threaded lug. The upper shaft is sized to fit satellite speakers with standard 1 3/8” pole mounts. List: $32.99. MAP: $19.95. The M20 Speaker Cabinet Adapter is designed for sound professionals who need to upgrade their subwoofers. Your customers can now replace their existing 1 3/8” sockets with the SSA20M threaded speaker adapter. Designed to be a direct replacement for most socket mounts; simply remove and replace. M20 threading provides a rock-solid, wobblefree connection between the subwoofer and compatible speaker poles. Perfect for use with the SS7746 Adjustable Subwoofer Shaft.  List: $13.99. MAP: $8.95.    

               The Music People! Inc. will exhibit again at Frankfurt this April in booth Hall 4, H30.  The Music People! Inc. owns and manufactures the On-Stage family of brands, including the word-renowned On-Stage Stands, Innovators of the finest musical instrument stands and accessories since 1979.  Founded on a promise of affordability, durability and innovation, On-Stage products are used every day in studios, showrooms, and on stages everywhere.                Over the years, the On-Stage family of brands has grown to include 9 unique brands and more than 500 products in several different product categories: Guitar, Microphone, Keyboard, Workstation, Rack/Amp/Mixer, Speaker, Lighting, Band & Orchestra, Drums, Pro Audio and now, consumer electronics with the addition of the u-Mount brand.  In each category On-Stage has become a leader, changing the way musicians and enthusiasts display, support, and protect their prized instruments and equipment. Today, professionals and amateurs all over the world put their trust in On-Stage products. We invite you to visit our website, at www.on-stage.com   to view all of the products that we have to offer.                 Currently with sales in over 70 countries, our worldwide distribution partners understand that we can offer more than just high-demand products that meet the needs of musicians worldwide .  We would like to meet with you to discuss the many ways that the On-Stage family of brands can significantly increase your sales, profits and market presence. For example, when you source from The Music People, you not only get affordable and high-profit products, you also get POP retail packaging, simplified logistics, consolidations, product builds, inspections and more.                Please contact [email protected] today to schedule an appointment.  We will see you in Frankfurt.   

2013 marks a major expansion in instrument case offerings from On-Stage. Seven new specialized hardshell variations join the catalog of universal cases, gig bags, and polyfoam models. Each new model is custom-fit to its intended instrument, providing snug protection and handling ease at a remarkable price.    The GCA5600B Jumbo Acoustic Guitar Case incorporates all the features of our best-selling acoustic hardshells, but is upsized to accommodate the unique size and shape of jumbos. Features include a plush lined interior, cradling neck support, gold hardware, and a deep interior accessory compartment. List: $159.99, MAP: $99.95. The new GCFV7000 V-Shaped Electric Guitar Case is sized to fit the massive dimensions of “Flying V” style guitars. Its hardshell exterior and plush interior protect every pointy edge of these wild instruments. Two-point neck support, chrome hardware, and a large interior accessory compartment round out this specialized case. List: $179.99, MAP: $109.95   Like the Flying-V case above, plus our successful Les Paul-style (GCLP7000) and SG-style (GCSG7000) cases, the GCES7000 ES-335 Electric Guitar Case is custom-fit to protect its intended instrument. A full hardshell exterior, molded plush-lined interior, and vital neck support protect ES-335 style semi-hollow guitars during storage and transport. An interior compartment makes for easy storage of picks, straps, spare strings, tuners or other accessories. List: $159.99, MAP: $99.95. Little instruments need protection too! GCU4000 Series Ukulele Cases feature molded hardshell forms, water resistant vinyl leather exteriors, gold hardware, and locking clasps. Available in Soprano (GCU4003), Concert (GCU4004), Tenor (GCU4002), and Baritone (GCU4001) sizes. List: $79.00, MAP: $49.95 (All models)   Now shipping most models. Call for details. Visit www.on-stage.com for more information on these new hardshell cases and all other On-Stage products.

  Accessories leader On-Stage took some time during the industry’s largest trade show to acknowledge one of its most successful partners. The company presented its first annual “Dealer of the Year” award to Musical Fulfillment Services at Winter NAMM 2013. On-Stage Senior Vice President Sharon Hennessey explained the selection.   “We are proud to recognize Musical Fulfillment Services with our first Dealer of the Year award,” said Hennessey. “MFS stood out with exceptional growth in 2012, and they have consistently supported On-Stage brands and products. Our dealers are the cornerstone at what we do at On-Stage, and Musical Fulfillment Services did an extraordinary job this year.” OSS Sales & Marketing Director Jeremy Payne added to Hennessy’s comment, noting that MFS carries a full line of On-Stage products. “It’s hard to find one of our SKU’s that they do not stock. They are innovative and professional in the way they present our brands to the marketplace,” explains Payne. Among the On-Stage brands MFS so successfully marketed in 2012 are On-Stage Stands, Hennessey, DrumFire, Hot Wires and Audio Spectrum. Vice President Mike Kane and Purchaser Tommy Coombs were on hand at the On-Stage Booth to accept the award on behalf of Musical Fulfillment. Mike Kane reflected on his long-term relationship with On-Stage “On-Stage takes the one-stop shopping experience to a whole new level for us. Their manufacturing, importing and marketing experience offers us innovative products, design capabilities, incredible turns and profits in great packaging. And, it is fun doing business with such great people.” Together with strategic partners like MFS, On-Stage looks forward to continued growth in the MI accessories market in 2013.