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November 2019 Volume 36, No. 11
SWEET SIXTEEN By Brian Berk
Guitars, percussion and pro audio, oh my! These segments of MI, as well as some others, like DJ controllers, are prominently featured throughout the year in the pages of the Music & Sound Retailer. That’s why we like to take an annual look at lesser-publicized products; ones that are featured less often in our pages or not featured at all. Here’s a look at some cool lesser-publicized products you can stock in your stores today. (continued on page 24)
CASE IN POINT
Accessories, Bags and Cases Manufacturers Continue to See a Strong Market By Brian Berk Considering the strong industry MI has enjoyed during the past couple of years, one would think things are gangbusters for manufacturers of accessories and bags and cases. Overall, these manufacturers have enjoyed a robust recent past, with a solid future expected to remain ahead. But that certainly doesn’t mean things are perfect. And with good times comes increased competition. These companies need to continue to (continued on page 50)