Cover photo: The Scoop LA Publisher, Buddy Sampson, poses in front of one of the NAMM signs, in Anaheim,California. Inside photo: Robotics, as explained by Futurist Mike Walsh, will soon be prominent in all industries, including music. By Buddy Sampson The future is here, and AI and technology is solidly...

Cover photo: A Yamaha Pro Guitar. Inside Photo: Larry Goldman at NAMM 2026. By Larry Goldman Many of the biggest stars in music history have chosen Yamaha guitars as their instruments of choice, whether it be in recording sessions, or in live performances. Artists such as John Lennon, Bob Dylan, Bruce...