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

TD-25 V-Drums

Roland’s TD-25 V-Drums


Roland’s TD-25 V-Drums deliver a superior drumming experience—dynamic, interactive feel, with sounds that respond organically to the touch.




Rock-N-Roller Multi-Cart

Rock-N-Roller Multi-Cart


Just in time for the festival season, Rock-N-Roller Multi-Cart announces the arrival of R16RT and R18RT Ground Glider Multi-Carts for rough terrain.




Black Diamond Ebonite BD5 Bb

Black Diamond Ebonite BD5 Bb


Following six months of field testing with some of the world’s finest clarinetists, Vandoren has launched an affordable custom designed mouthpiece, the Black Diamond Ebonite BD5 Bb.




Korg’s MS-20 Mini Synth

Korg’s MS-20 Mini Synth


Korg’s MS-20 mini synth is a recreation of the famous monophonic patchable Korg MS-20. Now priced at under $450 this analog rebirth answers the demands of MS-20 enthusiasts




Grand Auditorium

Grand Auditorium Taylor Guitars


Taylor Guitars has introduced limited run Grand Auditorium shaped guitars in a trio of stunning tonewoods




LDM-94W

The LDM-94W Mic


The LDM-94W compact wireless dynamic high power mic for wind and brass instruments comes with an almost invisible HQ transmitter goose clamp.




Maxon’s BD10 Hybrid Bass Driver

Maxon’s BD10 Hybrid Bass Driver


Maxon’s BD10 hybrid bass driver brings Maxon’s 40-plus years of experience in overdrive design to bass guitars, but also works for guitars




Gig Gloves

Gig Gloves


Needless to say, no matter what instrument you play, your hands are one of your most important assets. Gig Gloves provide comfortable, tough hand protection for loading in, setting up, tearing down, and loading out




The Rocktron Velocity 100 LTD Guitar Power Amp


The Rocktron Velocity 100 LTD guitar power amp provides 55 watts of power per channel into a four-ohm load, or 40 watts per channel into an eight-ohm load




Sheptone’s 6T8 Pickups

Sheptone’s 6T8 Pickups


Sheptone’s 6T8 pickups for hollow or semi-hollow body guitar are designed to be transparent and allow the primary wood tones to come through










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