Why Attend

The 2015 NAMM Show is an action-packed global industry event where you can expand your share of the market in the coming year with face-to-face meetings, product demos, idea-filled sessions and networking opportunities. As a trade-only event, The NAMM Show is attended by companies that meet the association's membership criteria (generally those that manufacture, distribute and/or retail musical instruments/products), as well as trade and consumer-focused media outlets. To join the industry in Anaheim, find out if your company qualifies for NAMM membership or media credentials.

Expand With New Inventory

Explore already established brands and discover unique new suppliers offering never-before-seen products and innovations––everything you need to reenergize your inventory and set your business apart from the competition:

  • 1,500+ Exhibitors From Around the World
  • 5,000+ Music Product Brands
  • 99 Countries Represented
  • New Companies and Product Debuts
  • Unexpected and Innovative Finds

Expand Your Business Strategies

Take advantage of powerful educational opportunities, covering industry-relevant topics for a wide variety of attendees:

  • Retail Boot Camp, the best one-day training for your music retail business
  • NAMM U Breakfast Sessions, daily in-depth panel discussions and guest speaker presentations about doing business in today’s competitive marketplace
  • NAMM Idea Center Sessions, located right on the show floor so you can get ideas on the go

Expand Your Technology

Plug in to show features created specifically for pro audio, recording, live sound, DJ, lighting and entertainment technology professionals, and all attendees interested in learning more about these industry segments:

  • The H.O.T. (Hands-On Training) Zone offers more than 70 impactful sessions and workshops, including daily opening keynotes with leading pro audio luminaries and the “TEC Summit,” featuring the best of professional audio innovation
  • The NAMM TEC Awards, the world’s most prestigious awards event recognizing the achievements of audio professionals

Expand Your View of the Show

There’s so much to see—and the main show floor is just the beginning! Visit all the areas of the show to make sure you see it all:

  • The main exhibit halls present a diverse mix of exhibits
  • The Venue brings the concert experience to life
  • The Music Metro offers groundbreaking products, accessories and technology
  • Levels 2 and 3 house major manufacturers, new suppliers and a gallery of pianos in Lounge 88
  • Five musical stages feature live performances from morning until night