JodyJazz founder and president Jody Espina presents the DV JC Jody Custom at the Best New Products Showcase. Inset: The Music China 2025 Global Launch Best New Product award and certificate.
KMC Music Named Exclusive U.S. Distributor for Hiwatt, Park, WEM K MC Music has been named exclusive distributor for Hiwatt, Park and WEM in the U.S. Britampco has continued a legacy of handcrafting amplifiers, pedals and speaker cabinets in England since the 1960s, providing professional-level equipment for modern musicians while also appealing to classic amplifier enthusiasts. Hiwatt amps are known for their high headroom, build quality and versatility, making them ideal for studio and live performances. Park amplifiers, known for its hand- wired build quality, reshaped 1960s and 1970s rock music, and rare Park pedals like the ‘fuzz sound’ are highly sought after. WEM, pioneers of early P.A. systems with unique grill cloth and “tadpole” piping, were widely used by musicians in the ’60s and ’70s. “We have been impressed by the KMC ethos of ‘musicians first,’ by their enthusiasm for truly great gear, and by their understanding of promoting the best musical tools to artists and players to help create the next generation of truly great music,” said Alex Bak, director of Britampco. “We are excited to develop our partnership and brands together based on these shared values and, of course, the love of a post-work pint.” {kmcmusic.com} Yorkville Adds 3 Brands to Distribution Portfolio Y orkville Sound has added three new, exclusive Canadian distribution partnerships with Alhambra Guitars, Founded in 1965 in Spain, Alhambra Guitars is celebrated for its handcrafted classical and flamenco instruments. Sadowsky, established in 1979 in New York, is known for its electric basses favored by professional musicians. Warwick, founded in 1982 in Germany, has become Sadowsky Basses and Warwick Instruments, effective immediately. synonymous for crafting basses and accessories from premium tonewoods. Canadians interested in carrying these brands can contact their Yorkville rep for more information. {yorkville.com}
JodyJazz Wins a ‘Best New Product of the Year’ Award at Music China 2025
J odyJazz has announced the new Jody- Jazz DV JC Jody Custom Alto Saxo- phone Mouthpiece was selected as the 2025 Best New Product of the Year in the woodwinds category at October’s Music China show in Shanghai. The annual Best New Product Awards are presented by the Music China Organiz- ing Committee, recognizing outstanding innovation, design, and craftsmanship in the global musical instrument industry. Jody Espina, JodyJazz founder and president, accepted the award during a special ceremony held on the open- ing day of Music China 2025, on the show’s main outdoor performance stage. In addition to the award itself, Espina was presented with an elaborate certifi- cate commemorating the achievement, symbolizing the Organizing Committee’s recognition of the mouthpiece’s excep- tional design and artistry. As the winner of the Best New Prod- uct in the woodwinds category, Espina was also invited to participate in the “New Product Launch Roadshow,” where the winning manufacturers were given the opportunity to present their prod- ucts live. During his presentation, Espina dis- cussed the design inspiration and develop-
ment process behind the DV JC Jody Cus- tom Alto Mouthpiece and also performed two songs accompanied by backing tracks, demonstrating the mouthpiece. Following the ceremony, Espina was interviewed by members of the selection committee, with video highlights and social media coverage appearing across Music China’s official platforms. The DV JC Jody Custom Alto was also featured for the duration of the show in the New Products Area Display, a special exhibi- tion dedicated to showcasing all of this year’s winners. “We are deeply honored by this recog- nition from the Music China Organizing Committee,” Espina said. “The DV JC Jody Custom represents the culmination of years of refining my personal DV mouthpiece. To have it acknowledged on this international stage — especially in a country with such a vibrant and growing saxophone com- munity — is truly meaningful.” The DV JC Jody Custom Alto mouth- piece is the latest addition to JodyJazz’s acclaimed DV Series. Based on Espina’s own custom-modified DV mouthpiece, the model delivers versatility, power and warmth, making it ideal for professional performers across a wide range of musical genres. {jodyjazz.com}
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