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PRS names its first-ever CEO — a guy who started in the woodshop in 1985
Jack Higginbotham, PRS's president for 15 years, takes the newly created role while founder Paul Reed Smith stays on as Managing General Partner.
Jul 27, 2026 · 1 min read
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Ernie Ball buys Source Audio, its first move into effects pedals
The string and accessories company is acquiring the Massachusetts pedal maker, which will keep operating under its own name.
Jul 8, 2026 · 1 min read
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Gibson's CEO of 13 years is stepping down; Anne Rohosy takes over on an interim basis
Cesar Gueikian moves to a strategic advisor and artist-ambassador role effective July 31, while the board searches for a permanent successor.
Jun 25, 2026 · 1 min read
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Tariffs pushed Fender to raise prices — and it is not done adjusting
A new S&P Global analysis shows how much of Fender's cost increase is landing on retail shelves, and why dealers are staying cautious into 2026 anyway.
Sep 25, 2025 · 1 min read