Now is the right time to become an American Federation of Musicians member. From ragtime to rap, from the early phonograph to today's digital recordings, the AFM has been there for its members. And now there are more benefits available to AFM members than ever before, including a multi-million dollar pension fund, excellent contract protection, instrument and travelers insurance, work referral programs and access to licensed booking agents to keep you working.

As an AFM member, you are part of a membership of more than 80,000 musicians. Experience has proven that collective activity on behalf of individuals with similar interests is the most effective way to achieve a goal. The AFM can negotiate agreements and administer contracts, procure valuable benefits and achieve legislative goals. A single musician has no such power.

The AFM has a proud history of managing change rather than being victimized by it. We find strength in adversity, and when the going gets tough, we get creative - all on your behalf.

Like the industry, the AFM is also changing and evolving, and its policies and programs will move in new directions dictated by its members. As a member, you will determine these directions through your interest and involvement. Your membership card will be your key to participation in governing your union, keeping it responsive to your needs and enabling it to serve you better. To become a member now, visit www.afm.org/join.

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Cool Tools, Products

Earos One


Specially Tuned Ear Protection Experience sound as you normally would, just at a lower decibel level. Earos One hearing protection offers attenuation of 17 decibels. The soft outer body sits comfortably in the ear, even during extended use. Engineered to fit 90% of all ears, the outer edge of the product lays flush against the […]




Guitar seat

Deluxe Guitar Player’s Seat


Take a Seat Gator Frameworks’ new deluxe guitar player’s seat comes equipped with a three-point height adjustment system designed to give maximum control over your sitting position. Offers quick and easy height adjustments of the seat, backrest, and footrest. Includes foam padded seat cushion, grip tape on the foot rest, and rubber feet on the base […]




stick bag

QUIVR Tour Dekade Edition Drumstick Bag


The QUIVR Tour Dekade Edition drumstick bag by GruvGear has all the design features of the original version plus a new, detachable drumstick sleeve allowing drummers to hang up to seven pairs on their floor tom and an additional large flat inside pocket which can be used to store up to 14 more sticks. Features […]




evo interface

EVO 8 USB Audio Interface


Capture Creativity Fast Audient’s EVO 8 USB audio interface is made for independent musicians, recordists, and podcasters. Featuring four transparent EVO preamps, class-leading AKM converters, a JFET instrument input, low latency software mixer, audio loop-back functionality, and Smartgain automatic level setting function www.evo.audio




mini multi guitar tool

Mini-Multi Tool


World’s Smallest Guitar/Bass Multi-Tool GrooveTech Tools’ newest guitar and bass multi-tool, the Mini-Multi, consolidates 14 tools into a body that’s less than three inches long. Included are eight hex wrenches, four screwdrivers, and a precision ruler. And for those important moments, a bottle opener is provided. Sizes are in both meters and inches for use […]




MD 435

MD 435


Capsule Sound in a Wired Microphone Sennheiser is bringing the sound of its MD 9235 capsule to a wired vocal microphone. The new cardioid MD 435 large-diaphragm microphone has a shock-mounted capsule to protect it from structure-borne noise, while a hum-compensating coil protects the microphone against electromagnetic interference. The lightweight aluminum-copper voice coil ensures fast […]




Brad Paisley guitar

Brad Paisley Signature Esquire


Working-Man’s Guitar Fender’s new Brad Paisley Signature Esquire guitar was made in collaboration with the Grammy winning artist, a member of Local 257 (Nashville, TN). The guitar takes the elements that have made the Esquire a staple and provides subtle upgrades, including a Seymour Duncan Brad Paisley Signature “Secret Agent” neck pickup hidden under a […]




Arturia PolyBrute


Flagship Synthesizer The Arturia PolyBrute is six pure analog voices driven by two Brute oscillators with digital Matrix precision, an innovative three-dimensional Morphée performance touchpad, and pristine stereo effects. Features include distortion, wavefolding, and FM control, shaped by dual enhanced filters for massive timbral variety. www.arturia.com




Ergonomic Contrabass


The Upton Bass Ergo Double Bass by AES features an asymmetric design that sits close to the player’s body allowing for a better reach with the bowing arm and remarkable fingerboard access. The Ergo also features unbroken cornerless lower bouts and sound ports on the player’s side for acoustic response. This first 2020 Upton-built version […]




GALA Clarinet


Buffet Crampon’s newest clarinet model, the GALA, takes advantage of the latest research and is characterized by rich harmonics and an overall balance of range. This new professional clarinet is equipped with grenadilla wooden chimneys, leather pads, adjustable thumb rest, silver plated keywork, and pochette-style case. Available in Bb and A; with an optional Eb […]










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