CMG Internal Resource

Our brands.
All in one place.

The CMG Brand Hub — a single source of truth for assets, guidelines, and resources across the entire group.

Our Company Values

01
Passion
Our shared passion and determination drive us toward our greater purpose.
02
Innovation
We challenge the status quo by using our creative intelligence to innovate.
03
Empowerment
We empower each other and our customers to break down barriers to creativity.
04
Authenticity
We earn trust by delivering authentic brands, products and experiences.
05
1+1=3
We leverage opportunities to achieve more together than individually.
2026 Strategic Pillars
01
Substance over hype.
We are here today because our products work. When we put AI into something, it has to solve a real problem. Does it remove friction for a creator in their bedroom trying to start or finish a song? Does it make it easier for a customer to find the right instrument? Does it help our internal teams operate faster? If the answer in any instance is no, we should seriously think twice.
02
Artistry starts here.
Creators need allies and champions now more than they have in a long time. AI is an instrument; it is not the artist. Everything we put into the world should make it easier for a human being to bring their creativity to life. Our entire group — every platform, every brand, every team — should function as a launchpad for human artistry.
03
Authentic, not artificial.
Synthetic content is flooding streaming platforms. Artists are being impersonated without consent. Catalogues being scraped without permission. We are not joining that race to the bottom. As algorithmic noise piles up, audiences will place a massive premium on genuine human intent and connection — in the music they listen to, the communities they belong to, the stories they read, and the brands they trust.
Brand

Caldecott Music Group

A Connected World
of Music

We are a global music industry operator, innovator, and investor connecting the world of music.

What Drives Us

Our Values

The five principles at the core of everything we do at Caldecott Music Group.

01
Passion
Our shared passion and determination drive us toward our greater purpose.
02
Innovation
We aren't afraid to challenge the status quo by using our creative intelligence to innovate.
03
Empowerment
We empower each other and our customers to break down the barriers to their own creativity.
04
Authenticity
We don't take trust for granted, and we earn it by delivering authentic brands, products and experiences.
05
1+1=3
We leverage the opportunities that allow us to achieve more together than we can individually.
CMG Brand Identity

Brand Identity

The guiding statements that define Caldecott Music Group as a whole.

Vision
A connected world of music.
Mission
We integrate the physical, digital and social supply chain around music.
Promise
To deliver authentic music brands, products and experiences.
Personality
Innovative. Passionate. Purposeful.
Brand Assets

Asset Bank

Search, preview, and download every CMG asset. Filter by type, variant, or format.

Brand Identity

CMG Colour Palette

The official CMG colour values for use across all group-level materials.

Gold
HEX #D7C826
RGB 215, 200, 38
CMYK 0, 7, 82, 16
Soft Black
HEX #424242
RGB 66, 66, 66
CMYK 0, 0, 0, 74
Deep Black
HEX #1A1A1A
RGB 26, 26, 26
CMYK 0, 0, 0, 90
White
HEX #FFFFFF
RGB 255, 255, 255
CMYK 0, 0, 0, 0
Downloads & Resources

Brand Assets

Everything you need to represent CMG — logos, templates, photography, brand elements, and more. All files live in Google Drive; click any card to open.

Our Portfolio

Divisions

CMG operates across three distinct divisions — each connecting the world of music in its own way.

BandLab Technologies — Social Music Creation Platform

The Future of Music
Here Today

A creator-first destination where anyone with access to the internet can make music, grow their audience and earn a living.

BandLab
Brand Identity

Brand Positioning Statement

A creator-first, community-driven music destination where anyone with access to the internet can make music, grow their audience and earn a living.
Brand Character

Brand Personality

Three traits that shape every word, design choice, and interaction BandLab puts into the world.

01
Engaging
BandLab content pulls people in — active, direct, and energetic. We speak to what you can do right now, not what the platform offers in the abstract.
02
Welcoming
No barriers, no gatekeeping — everyone belongs here. We use inclusive, accessible language that meets creators at every skill level and background.
03
Clever
Smart wordplay, musical references, and cultural awareness woven in naturally. Light and witty — never forced, never at the expense of clarity.
Brand Assets

Asset Bank

Search, preview, and download every BandLab asset. Use the filters to narrow by type, sub-brand, or format. Starting with logos.

Visual Identity

Colour Palette

Prioritise red, black, and white. Accent colours should feel intentional and focused — never allow the palette to feel chaotic.

Primary Red
HEX #F12C18
RGB 241, 44, 24
Black
HEX #000000
RGB 0, 0, 0
White
HEX #FFFFFF
RGB 255, 255, 255
Light Gray
HEX #E1E0DE
Accent Colours — use sparingly
Yellow
HEX #FCC931
RGB 252, 201, 49
Cyan
HEX #29DBE5
RGB 41, 219, 229
Orange
HEX #FF690D
RGB 255, 105, 13
Blue
HEX #2F93F6
RGB 47, 147, 246
Purple
HEX #B400FF
RGB 180, 0, 255
Visual Identity

Typography

BandLab Sans — a customised version of Centra No. 2. Modern, approachable, and expressive across all weights and sizes. When BandLab Sans is not available, use Inter.

Bold · Headlines
Create music.
Medium · Subheads & UI
Make something new today.
Book · Body Copy
BandLab empowers creators at every stage of their creative process through accessible tools, community, collaboration, and self-expression. Available everywhere, free forever.
Need the font files? Click here to request from the brand team.
Brand Voice

Tone of Voice

BandLab speaks like a supportive creative friend — energetic, inclusive, and culturally aware. Never a corporate tech platform or an authority figure.

01
Humbly Knowledgeable
Credible and inspiring — without sounding arrogant or instructional.
Do: Clarity · Encouragement · Simplicity
Avoid: Condescension · Gatekeeping · Overexplaining
02
Understatedly Empowering
Focus on the creator — not BandLab itself.
Do: Creator achievement · Support · Encouragement
Avoid: Self-congratulatory language · Exaggerated claims
03
Respectfully Playful
Wit, rhythm, music references, and smart cultural awareness.
Do: Clever phrasing · Rhythm · Personality · Fun
Avoid: Forced slang · Outdated internet language
04
Unabashedly Human
Empathetic, emotionally aware, and genuinely encouraging.
Do: Emotional honesty · Warmth · Relatability
Avoid: Negativity · Cynicism · Dismissiveness
05
Always Inclusive
Write with awareness and respect for all creators everywhere.
Do: Inclusive language · Accessibility · Gender-neutral writing
Avoid: Exclusionary assumptions · Ableist or gendered language
Brand Assets

Asset Library

Everything you need to represent BandLab — logos, icons, photography, and brand materials. All files live in Google Drive; click any card to open.

BandLab Technologies — Artist Career Platform

A Destination for Artists
to Launch Their Careers

The leading artist promotion platform — connecting independent musicians with the fans, industry professionals, and real opportunities they need to build sustainable careers.

ReverbNation
Brand Identity

Brand Positioning Statement

A destination for artists to launch their careers, we equip independent artists with tools and opportunities to build meaningful connections that amplify their music to a global audience.
Brand Character

Brand Personality

Three traits that shape every word, design choice, and interaction ReverbNation puts into the world.

01
Lively & Vivacious
ReverbNation radiates energy. It speaks with colour, movement, and genuine excitement for the artists it supports — bringing the same vitality to its platform as artists bring to their music.
02
Driven & Ambitious
We're ambitious for the artists we serve. ReverbNation pushes forward, highlights progress, and keeps momentum going toward real career milestones — no half measures, no passive language.
03
Free Spirited & Independent
ReverbNation champions the independent artist above all else — celebrating those who forge their own path, on their own terms, without waiting for a label's permission.
Brand Assets

Asset Bank

Search, preview, and download every ReverbNation asset. Filter by type, variant, or format.

Visual Identity

Colour Palette

A vibrant eight-colour spectrum — magenta leads, supported by orange, yellow, blue, green, and teal. Black and white anchor the system. No single colour dominates; energy comes from the spectrum as a whole.

Magenta
HEX #F035DD
RGB 240, 53, 221
CMYK 24, 81, 0, 0
Orange
HEX #F5551B
RGB 245, 85, 27
CMYK 0, 82, 100, 0
Yellow
HEX #F5C803
RGB 245, 200, 3
CMYK 4, 19, 100, 0
Blue
HEX #5C6FFF
RGB 92, 111, 255
CMYK 71, 61, 0, 0
Green
HEX #72CE17
RGB 114, 206, 23
CMYK 58, 0, 100, 0
Teal
HEX #21C9D2
RGB 33, 201, 210
CMYK 66, 0, 22, 0
Black
HEX #000000
RGB 0, 0, 0
CMYK 75, 68, 67, 90
White
HEX #FFFFFF
RGB 255, 255, 255
CMYK 0, 0, 0, 0
Visual Identity

Typography

ReverbNation uses a dedicated headline typeface paired with a clean, readable body font. Contact the brand team for font files.

Bold · Headlines
Your career starts here.
Medium · Subheads & UI
Get discovered. Get booked. Get ahead.
Regular · Body Copy
ReverbNation connects independent artists with the tools, audience, and industry access they need to build sustainable careers — from first upload to first headline slot.
Need the font files? Click here to request from the brand team.
Brand Voice

Tone of Voice

ReverbNation speaks like a knowledgeable industry insider who genuinely wants artists to succeed — without the gatekeeping.

01
Knowledgeably Supportive
Credible and real — speak with genuine industry knowledge and encouragement, never patronising.
Do: Substance · Encouragement · Insider insight
Avoid: Condescension · Gatekeeping · Empty motivation
02
Career-Focused
Every piece of content connects back to the artist's career journey — not just platform features.
Do: Career outcomes · Progress · Tangible next steps
Avoid: Feature-first language · Platform self-promotion
03
Refreshingly Honest
No hype. No false promises. ReverbNation earns trust by being straight about the music industry.
Do: Realistic · Direct · Straight-talking
Avoid: Overpromising · Guaranteed outcomes · Hype
04
Artist-First
The artist is always the hero. ReverbNation exists to serve their story, not the other way around.
Do: Artist achievement · Their story · Their terms
Avoid: ReverbNation as the centre of the narrative
BandLab Technologies — Beat Marketplace

A Trusted Global Music
Marketplace

The leading beat marketplace connecting music producers with artists and content creators — making it easy to sell, license, and monetise beats professionally.

Airbit
Brand Identity

Brand Positioning Statement

A seamless and trusted global music marketplace providing creators and producers with everything they need to advance their artistic freedom and success.
Brand Character

Brand Personality

Three traits that shape every word, design choice, and interaction Airbit puts into the world.

01
Attentive
Airbit pays close attention to every producer — their needs, their workflow, their goals. The platform is built around listening first and building second.
02
Driven
Success for producers is the only measure of success for Airbit. Relentless about building better tools, opening bigger opportunities, and pushing harder for everyone on the platform.
03
Candid
Straight talk, always. Airbit doesn't dress things up or hide behind complexity. Clear terms, honest fees, no surprises — transparency is how we earn trust.
Brand Assets

Asset Bank

Search, preview, and download every Airbit asset. Filter by type, variant, or format.

Visual Identity

Colour Palette

Purple is Airbit's primary colour — a deep, electric violet that leads all brand creative. The primary palette runs from near-white lilac through to near-black midnight, with neutral greys supporting. Always lead with purple.

Primary Colour Palette
Lilac
HEX #E6E8FF
RGB 230, 232, 255
Lavender
HEX #C1B9FF
RGB 193, 185, 255
Violet
HEX #815CFF
RGB 129, 92, 255
Purple ★
HEX #6900FF
RGB 105, 0, 255
Deep Violet
HEX #4617A0
RGB 70, 23, 160
Midnight
HEX #14002E
RGB 20, 0, 46
Neutral Colour Palette
Off White
HEX #FAFDFD
RGB 250, 253, 253
Light Grey
HEX #E8E8E8
RGB 232, 232, 232
Mid Grey
HEX #D9D9D9
RGB 217, 217, 217
Dark Grey
HEX #595959
RGB 89, 89, 89
Charcoal
HEX #3F3D3F
RGB 63, 61, 63
Black
HEX #000000
RGB 0, 0, 0
Visual Identity

Typography

Airbit's primary typeface is Untitled Sans — a plain, neogrotesk sans-serif produced by Klim Type Foundry, Wellington. Clean, modern, and consistent across Light, Regular, Medium, and Bold. Contact the brand team for font files.

Untitled Sans Bold · Headlines
The world's beat marketplace.
Untitled Sans Medium · Subheads & UI
Your catalog. Your rules. Your revenue.
Untitled Sans Regular · Body Copy
Airbit gives music producers the tools to build a real business from their craft — licensing, selling, and monetising beats to a global community of artists and content creators.
Untitled Sans Light · Captions & Supporting Text
All transactions are protected. Instant delivery. 100% of licensing revenue goes directly to the producer.
Need the font files? Click here to request from the brand team.
Brand Voice

Tone of Voice

Grounded in the values of Authenticity, Advocacy, and Innovation — Airbit speaks like a producer who made it, and who wants to pull everyone else up with them.

01
Authentic
Real talk, no spin. Airbit knows the producer grind because it was built for it. Everything said must ring true.
Do: Honesty · Earned credibility · Producer-first perspective
Avoid: Corporate speak · Hollow claims · Manufactured hype
02
Advocating
In the producer's corner. Airbit argues for fair pay, fair credit, and fair access — and backs that stance in every piece of communication.
Do: Fair outcomes · Producer rights · Making the case
Avoid: Neutrality on things that matter · Passive framing
03
Innovative
Always moving. Airbit looks at what producers need next and communicates with the energy of a brand building the future.
Do: Forward-looking · What's possible · Progress
Avoid: Nostalgia · "Industry standard" framing · Complacency
04
Direct & Clear
No filler. Every word earns its place. Airbit respects that producers are busy and knows their time is valuable.
Do: Brevity · Clarity · Action verbs
Avoid: Padding · Jargon · Over-explanation
BandLab Technologies — Professional DAW

Powerful Desktop
Music Creation

A professional-grade Digital Audio Workstation with over 35 years of heritage — now available completely free to every musician who wants to make serious music.

Cakewalk
Brand Identity

Brand Positioning Statement

A powerful, constantly evolving suite of native desktop tools that empower creators with advanced workflows to adapt to their unique needs.
Brand Character

Brand Personality

Three traits that shape every word, design choice, and interaction Cakewalk puts into the world.

01
Dynamic
Cakewalk moves with the pace of creators — constantly evolving, responding to workflows, and pushing what a DAW can do.
02
Imaginative
Built for creators who think beyond convention. Cakewalk encourages experimentation and gives producers the tools to realise any idea.
03
Bright
Clear, confident, and energising — Cakewalk communicates with optimism. The tone is sharp without being cold, approachable without being simplistic.
Brand Assets

Asset Bank

Search, preview, and download every Cakewalk asset. Filter by type, sub-brand, or format.

Visual Identity

Colour Palette

Orange, black, and white — warm, direct, and grounded. The orange is the brand's sole accent; it carries energy without aggression. Use black backgrounds to make the orange and white assets sing.

Cakewalk Orange
HEX #EF8C41
RGB 239, 140, 65
CMYK 0, 41, 73, 6
Studio Black
HEX #111111
RGB 17, 17, 17
CMYK 0, 0, 0, 93
White
HEX #FFFFFF
RGB 255, 255, 255
CMYK 0, 0, 0, 0
Visual Identity

Typography

Cakewalk uses a confident, technical typeface system that reflects its professional heritage. Contact the brand team for font files.

Bold · Headlines
Make professional music.
Medium · Subheads & UI
35 years of craft, yours for free.
Regular · Body Copy
Cakewalk by BandLab is a professional-grade DAW with over 35 years of heritage — trusted by engineers, composers, and bedroom producers who refuse to compromise on the quality of their tools.
Need the font files? Click here to request from the brand team.
Brand Voice

Tone of Voice

Cakewalk speaks with the confidence of 35 years' experience — technical when needed, always accessible, never elitist.

01
Confidently Technical
Goes deep when the audience demands it. Cakewalk knows its tool inside out and isn't afraid to show it.
Do: Precision · Depth · Expertise
Avoid: Oversimplifying · Dumbing down · Vagueness
02
Heritage Without Arrogance
35 years of legacy is a strength, not a status symbol. Wear it lightly — let the product speak.
Do: Earned credibility · Legacy as proof · Quiet confidence
Avoid: Name-dropping · Gatekeeping · Intimidation
03
Empoweringly Accessible
Professional tools, human language. The power of a top-tier DAW shouldn't require a manual to understand.
Do: Clarity · Invitation · Inclusion
Avoid: Jargon overload · Exclusionary gatekeeping
04
Results-Oriented
Focus on output and outcomes — tracks recorded, albums finished, careers built. The tool is a means to an end.
Do: Finished work · Real outcomes · Creative achievement
Avoid: Feature-listing without context
Caldecott Music Group — Division

A Future of Music
Without Boundaries

Building the digital infrastructure of music creation — platforms and tools that empower musicians and producers at every level, globally.

BandLab Technologies
Division Identity

Vision, Mission & Promise

BandLab Technologies is the music technology division of CMG — operating platforms and tools that democratise music creation worldwide.

Vision
A future where there are no boundaries to making and sharing music.
Mission
We provide the tools to break down the technical, geographic and creative barriers for musicians and fans.
Promise
To empower creators at every stage in their creative process.
Brand Character

Brand Personality

Three traits that shape every word, design choice, and interaction BandLab Technologies puts into the world.

01
Bold
BandLab Technologies communicates with clarity and conviction. Big ideas delivered without hedging — the company knows what it stands for and says it plainly.
02
Welcoming
The door is open to every creator at every level. Language is inclusive and accessible — never intimidating, never exclusive. Making music should feel possible for anyone.
03
Collaborative
Built on the belief that music is better when it's made together. Every product, every platform, every piece of communication reflects the power of the collective.
Brand Assets

Asset Bank

Search, preview, and download every BandLab Technologies asset. Filter by type, variant, or format.

Visual Identity

Colour Palette

Red is the BandLab Technologies primary colour. Use high-contrast combinations and maintain strong readability at all times.

BLT Red
HEX #F12C18
RGB 241, 44, 24
Black
HEX #000000
RGB 0, 0, 0
White
HEX #FFFFFF
RGB 255, 255, 255
Light Gray
HEX #E1E0DE
Portfolio

BLT Brands

Four distinct platforms united by a shared mission — making music creation accessible to everyone, everywhere.

Caldecott Music Group — Division

Home of the World's Most Admired
Music Brands

Manufacturing, design and retail — home to iconic instrument brands and music retailers across Asia, the UK, and the US.

Vista Musical Instruments
Division Identity

Vision, Mission & Promise

Vista Musical Instruments is CMG's manufacturing, design and retail division — stewarding iconic instrument brands and the retailers that bring music to players worldwide.

Vision
Home of the world's most admired music brands.
Mission
We shape and steward brands that meaningfully impact every musician and music lover's journey.
Promise
To progress our brands and people.
Brand Character

Brand Personality

Three traits that shape every word, design choice, and interaction Vista Musical Instruments puts into the world.

01
Intentional
Every decision is deliberate. VMI doesn't act on impulse — it invests in brands with purpose, develops people with care, and communicates with precision. Nothing is accidental.
02
Personable
Warm, human, and genuinely engaged. VMI is a division built by music people, for music people. The tone is approachable and honest — like a trusted colleague, not a corporation.
03
Progressive
Deeply respectful of heritage, but always moving forward. VMI revives and evolves iconic brands with a vision for what they can become — never resting on what they once were.
Brand Assets

Asset Bank

Search, preview, and download every Vista Musical Instruments asset. Filter by type, variant, or format.

Visual Identity

Colour Palette

VMI's palette is grounded in warm, natural tones — earthy and refined. The primary set leads with rust orange, dark brown and cream. Secondary tones draw from nature: olive, sage, and gold.

Primary Palette
Orange ★
HEX #BE4D00
RGB 190, 77, 0
Dark Brown
HEX #3D3935
RGB 61, 57, 53
Cream
HEX #D1CCBD
RGB 209, 204, 189
Secondary Palette
Olive
HEX #6D712E
RGB 109, 113, 46
Sage
HEX #A3B2A4
RGB 163, 178, 164
Gold
HEX #CC8A00
RGB 204, 138, 0
Portfolio

VMI Brands

Iconic instrument makers and music retailers, united by a shared commitment to quality craftsmanship and musical heritage.

Vista Musical Instruments — Brand

South East Asia's Most Trusted
House of Music and Expression

Founded and headquartered in Singapore since 1946, Swee Lee is now South East Asia's leading multi-brand musical instrument and lifestyle retailer and distributor. While we've certainly come a long way, we remain as passionate and committed to excellence as we were on day one.

Swee Lee
Brand Identity

Vision, Mission & Promise

Swee Lee is South East Asia's cultural music institution — with a heritage that spans more than seven decades and a mission to serve every musician at every stage of their journey.

Vision
South East Asia's most trusted house of music and expression.
Mission
We match our customers with the products, services and experiences they need at every stage of their music journey.
Promise
To give our customers a truly immersive and curated experience.
Brand Character

Brand Personality

Three traits that shape every word, design choice, and interaction Swee Lee puts into the world.

01
Thoughtful
Swee Lee meets every customer where they are, taking time to understand what they truly need rather than just making a sale. The approach is considered, personal, and never rushed.
02
Resourceful
With 75+ years of expertise across South East Asia, Swee Lee finds a way. Whether it's tracking down a hard-to-source instrument or offering tailored solutions, the answer is almost always yes.
03
Enthusiastic
Genuine love for music drives everything at Swee Lee. Staff are musicians first, sellers second. That passion is infectious — and it shows in every recommendation, event, and interaction.
Brand Assets

Asset Bank

Search, preview, and download every Swee Lee asset. Filter by type, variant, or format.

Visual Identity

Colour Palette

Swee Lee's palette is grounded in warmth and heritage — deep brown, warm cream, and a signature gold that speaks to decades of trusted expertise.

Tempo ★
HEX #231E18
RGB 35, 30, 24
Hi-Hat
HEX #9F8A46
RGB 159, 138, 70
Analog
HEX #F8F4E9
RGB 248, 244, 233
Vista Musical Instruments — Guitars & Effects

A Universe of
Fearless Music Explorers

The iconic Japanese guitar brand, reborn — creating bold, expressive instruments and effects that awaken a fearless spirit in every musician.

Teisco
Brand Identity

Vision, Mission & Promise

The core statements that define Teisco's purpose, direction, and relationship with the musicians it serves.

Vision
A universe of fearless music explorers.
Mission
We create products that awaken a bold spirit in musicians.
Promise
To empower musicians to continually push the boundaries.
Brand Character

Brand Personality

Three traits that shape every word, design choice, and interaction Teisco puts into the world.

01
Bold
Teisco never plays it safe. We speak with conviction and attitude — loud, confident, and built for players who refuse to blend in.
02
Expressive
Character over conformity. Teisco's voice is vivid and full of colour — instruments are tools for sounding like you, and nobody else.
03
Spirited
Fearless never sits still. Teisco champions curiosity, experimentation, and the restless drive to keep exploring — there's always more to discover.
Brand Assets

Asset Bank

Search, preview, and download every Teisco asset — logos, graphics, photography, and campaign artwork. Filter by type, variant, or format.

Visual Identity

Colour Palette

Teisco's palette is loud and fearless. Bold, saturated brights — magenta leads — paired with high-contrast black and white. Colour is never timid; it's an act of self-expression.

Magenta ★
HEX #F519F5
RGB 245, 25, 245
Lime
HEX #CED90D
RGB 206, 217, 13
Mint
HEX #6CFDA6
RGB 108, 253, 166
Electric Blue
HEX #001EBD
RGB 0, 30, 189
Coral
HEX #F8485E
RGB 248, 72, 94
Purple
HEX #8246AF
RGB 130, 70, 175
Black
HEX #1A1A1A
RGB 26, 26, 26
White
HEX #FFFFFF
RGB 255, 255, 255
Visual Identity

Brand Graphics

A kit of bold, playful graphic elements — thunderbolts, dots, and scales — used to add energy and movement across Teisco's brand world.

Moonbits dot pattern Moonbits
Download
Fishscales pattern Fishscales
Download
Thunder graphic Thunder
Download
Visual Identity

Typography

Teisco is set in Campton — a bold geometric sans. ExtraBold and Bold Italic carry the fearless, kinetic headlines; Book and Medium keep body copy clean and confident. When Campton is unavailable, use Inter.

ExtraBold Italic · Headlines
FEARLESS.
Bold · Subheads & UI
Push the boundaries.
Book · Body Copy
Teisco creates bold, expressive instruments and effects for fearless music explorers — players who choose personality, character, and self-expression over convention.
Need the font files? Click here to request from the brand team.
Brand Voice

Tone of Voice

Teisco speaks like a fearless creative friend who dares you to push further — confident, characterful, and never dull.

01
Boldly Confident
Speak with conviction and attitude. Strong verbs, no hedging.
Do: Conviction · Strong verbs · Attitude
Avoid: Hedging · Corporate caution · Beige phrasing
02
Vividly Expressive
Write with colour and character. Make every line sound alive.
Do: Sensory language · Personality · Wordplay
Avoid: Flat copy · Generic claims · Cliché
03
Restlessly Spirited
Champion exploration and the drive to keep pushing further.
Do: Movement · Curiosity · Encouragement
Avoid: Complacency · Playing it small
04
Fearlessly Inclusive
Every explorer belongs, at every skill level. Self-expression first.
Do: Open invitation · All players · Self-expression
Avoid: Elitism · Gatekeeping · Snobbery
Vista Musical Instruments — Guitars Since 1892

The World's Most Cherished
Musical Instrument Company

One of America's most storied guitar brands — inspired by the past, crafted for the present, and built to last into the future. Give someone a Harmony, and they'll make it their own.

Harmony — Since 1892
Brand Identity

Vision, Mission & Promise

The core statements that define Harmony's purpose, direction, and relationship with the musicians it serves — drawn from the Harmony Brand Book.

Vision
The world's most cherished musical instrument company.
Mission
We build musical instruments that are inspired by the past, crafted for the present and will last into the future.
Promise
To be a well-loved part of a musician's story from one generation to the next.
Brand Character

Brand Personality

Three traits that shape every word, design choice, and interaction Harmony puts into the world.

01
Authentic
It's the combination of well-crafted guitars and the pure joy of making music that we thrive on. We don't over-complicate things — good things come from real experiences and real connections with any musician who just wants to play.
02
Respectful
We've been around since 1892. We respect the work done in the past and our own history — you may recognize Harmony shapes and sounds from your own music history in what we create. Ultimately, it's about the music, and it always will be.
03
Relevant
Although we respect our past, the present is just as important. In an ever-changing world, we aren't afraid to adapt — we identify what musicians need now and in the future, staying close to our fans no matter which generation they're from.
Brand Assets

Asset Bank

Search, preview, and download every Harmony asset — primary and secondary logotypes, icon, favicon, and the full brand book. Filter by type, variant, or format.

Visual Identity

Colour Palette

Warm, restrained, and heritage-led. Balance the palette to a 60 / 20 / 10 / 10 ratio — cream leads, taupe supports, white and black anchor. Always use the exact colour codes below; never sample, extract, or convert them.

Cream — 60%
HEX #EFE7DD
RGB 239, 231, 221
Pantone 9224 C
Taupe — 20%
HEX #C3BAB3
RGB 195, 186, 179
Pantone 7530 C
White — 10%
HEX #FFFFFF
RGB 255, 255, 255
Black — 10%
HEX #262323
RGB 38, 35, 35
Pantone Black C
Visual Identity

Brand Graphics

An array of three brush strokes can be used as background elements, slightly arranged depending on the format. Ideally they incorporate Harmony's signature colours and act as subtle, textured elements within the artwork.

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Harmony brush stroke 2
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Harmony brush stroke 3
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Visual Identity

Typography

Usherwood is the primary typeface — a balance of old and new, with unique curves and strokes that give a feeling of trust and history (Black for headlines, Book for body). Quattrocento Sans is the secondary face — warm, readable, and highly legible even at small sizes.

Usherwood Black · Headlines
Acoustic Strings.
Usherwood Book · Body Copy
Give someone a Harmony, and they'll make it their own. That's been our philosophy since 1892 — well-crafted guitars and the pure joy of making music.
Quattrocento Sans · Display & UI
There's a Harmony for everyone.
Need the font files? Click here to request from the brand team.
Brand Voice

Tone of Voice

Harmony should feel like that familiar friend, with an ever-so-slight edge. We're not here to boast or brag — we're confident, we just say it once, say it simply, and get on with it.

01
Find the Heart of It
Make real, human connections — enjoy the ride as much as our customers do.
Do: Genuine moments · Real connections · The real musician
Avoid: Boasting · Bragging · Chest-beating
02
Make It Effortless
Our products speak for themselves. Say it once, say it simply, get on with it.
Do: Simple · Confident · Concise
Avoid: Long, shouty copy · Over-explaining
03
Find That Warmth
Warm, approachable, and easygoing — but never sweet, soft, or intimidating.
Do: Warmth · Approachability · A slight edge
Avoid: Coldness · Intimidation · Over-sweetness
04
Calm, With a Twinkle
Keep the energy calm, but not flat — and always with a twinkle in the eye.
Do: American English · A twinkle in the eye
Avoid: Exclamation marks · Superlatives · Puns
Vista Musical Instruments — Handmade in Kalamazoo Since 1985

The World's Finest
Musical Instruments

For decades, Heritage Guitars has been crafting the finest American-made guitars built on the foundations of tradition, craftsmanship and authenticity. It is this very ethos and dedication to keeping the spirit of guitar-building alive that has been consistent since the very first day we opened our doors.

Heritage Guitar Inc. of Kalamazoo
Brand Identity

Vision, Mission & Promise

The core statements that define Heritage's purpose, direction, and relationship with the players it serves — drawn from the Heritage Brand Book.

Vision
The world's finest musical instruments.
Mission
We unite tradition with cutting-edge craftsmanship to build musical instruments for the most passionate and discerning players.
Promise
To exceed expectations with an unwavering commitment to quality.
Brand Character

Brand Personality

Three traits that shape every word, design choice, and interaction Heritage puts into the world.

01
Personal
Owning a guitar is a personal thing. People bring their stories to us — they want their guitar a certain shape, feel, or color. We get it, because we're the same. Every Heritage is made from scratch, so every one is a little different.
02
Storyteller
Our strength lies not only in the quality of our instruments but in the background of our story. It's about settling people in, making them comfortable, and sharing our knowledge and experience — every guitar we make has its own story too.
03
Genuine
We're humble, and we never forget where we came from. We know we stand for quality, but we're not the kind of people who brag about it. Our stories are real, our handshake is strong, and we're loyal to Kalamazoo for housing our creativity for over 30 years.
Brand Assets

Asset Bank

Search, preview, and download every Heritage asset — primary and secondary logotypes, the Heritage Custom Shop mark, 40th Anniversary emblems, favicon, and the full brand book. Filter by type, variant, or format.

Visual Identity

Colour Palette

Restrained and timeless. Black and white do the heavy lifting; a single signature green provides the accent. Always use the exact colour codes below — never sample, extract, or convert the colours in any way.

Black
HEX #000000
RGB 0, 0, 0
CMYK 75, 68, 67, 90
White
HEX #FFFFFF
RGB 255, 255, 255
CMYK 0, 0, 0, 0
Green ★
HEX #65CCB8
RGB 101, 204, 183
Pantone 324 C
Visual Identity

Typography

Roboto is the primary typeface — Bold for headlines, Regular for body copy. Tisa Pro, a warm serif, is used Regular for sub-headings to add a touch of character and history.

Roboto Bold · Headlines
It all started with a mandolin.
Tisa Pro · Sub-headings
The craftspeople of 225 Parsons Street.
Roboto Regular · Body Copy
Every single Heritage guitar is built by hand at 225 Parsons Street in Kalamazoo — treated with respect and care, never replicated by machines. That's the tradition we want to continue for years to come.
Need the font files? Click here to request from the brand team.
Brand Voice

Tone of Voice

The Heritage tone is akin to a warm, wise person with a story to tell — the small-town local who's lived there all their life and knows everything about it.

01
Tell a Story
Lead with a quote or a 'fact'. Try shorter statements. Steer away from questions.
Do: A universal truth · "It started with a mandolin"
Avoid: Long, winding stories · Too many questions
02
Think Locally, Globally
Take Kalamazoo to the world — keep that midwest American charm, laidback and wise.
Do: The home story · Authenticity · Warmth
Avoid: Shouting · Cursing · Overt selling
03
Celebrate the Craftsmanship
Made by hands, not machines. Talk about the senses and the uniqueness of each piece.
Do: Craft · The senses · Respect & care
Avoid: Calling specs "cute" or "nice" · Going crazy with adjectives
04
Lower the Energy
Be yourself, be chilled, and make people feel part of the club. Confident, never arrogant.
Do: Familiar · Welcoming · American English
Avoid: ALL CAPS · Exclamation marks · Arrogance
Vista Musical Instruments — Designed for Creators

The World's Leading Design-Driven Brand
for the Modern Musician

Premium cases and accessories that protect creators' instruments with the same design-led obsession musicians put into their craft. Designed by creators, for creators.

MONO
Brand Identity

Vision, Mission & Promise

The core statements that define MONO's purpose, direction, and relationship with the creators it designs for.

Vision
The world's leading design-driven brand for the modern musician.
Mission
We change creators' lives for the better through thoughtful product design.
Promise
To design trusted products that never compromise on quality.
Brand Character

Brand Personality

Three traits that shape every word, design choice, and interaction MONO puts into the world.

01
Perceptive
MONO is a mark of quality around the world. We live and breathe the musician lifestyle, just like our customers — and a design-led approach is what we pride ourselves on. We're creators, designing for other creators, because the tools of the craft deserve to be protected.
02
Confident
We're not into fluffy ideas or concepts. We don't need to shout. Our designs are considered and our products are quality — and we stand behind that with an authority that's confident but never arrogant. Our products speak for themselves, so we keep things simple. To the point.
03
Aspirational
Owning a MONO is synonymous with being a 'real' musician — that's why we commit to premium products. We speak to customers on their level, using industry-specific terms, and we never dumb things down. Anyone can join us — it's just up to them to keep up.
Brand Assets

Asset Bank

Search, preview, and download every MONO asset — the primary logotype, favicon, sub-brand marks, product photography, and the full brand book. Filter by type, variant, or format.

Visual Identity

Colour Palette

Our colours are what give us personality — strong and bold. Black and grey hold the line; a single, unmistakable MONO Orange provides the signature accent. Always use the exact colour codes below; never sample, extract, or convert them.

MONO Black
HEX #000000
RGB 0, 0, 0
Pantone Black
MONO Grey
HEX #828282
RGB 130, 130, 130
Pantone Cool Gray 7 C
MONO Orange ★
HEX #EA7600
RGB 234, 118, 0
Pantone 716 C
White
HEX #FFFFFF
RGB 255, 255, 255
Visual Identity

Product Photography

Sleek and product-centric — cases shot on dark, neutral backgrounds, the signature orange accent set against matte black. Active musicians, real touring life.

Visual Identity

Typography

Trade Gothic is the corporate typeface. Trade Gothic Bold is used for headlines and emphasis — generally set in uppercase — while Trade Gothic Light handles body copy in sentence case. Roboto Regular is the digital equivalent.

Trade Gothic Bold · Headlines
Protect your sound
Trade Gothic Light · Body Copy
Couple your pedalboards with our series of accessory cases — a collection of military-grade protection, designed for the realities of life on the road.
Roboto Regular · Digital
MONO designs trusted products that never compromise on quality — for the modern musician.
Need the font files? Click here to request from the brand team.
Brand Voice

Tone of Voice

MONO isn't just an accessories brand — it's a club that people want to join. We're a knowing nod between two passing musicians: confident, not cocky, with a twinkle in the eye.

01
Speak Their Language
Our people know their stuff — use industry terms, within reason, and never talk down.
Do: Industry fluency · Respect · Active tense
Avoid: Dumbing down · Talking down · Sales-y jargon
02
A Club Worth Joining
Street cred and a knowing nod — never snobby, and we don't exclude anyone.
Do: Belonging · A hint of edge · Confidence
Avoid: Snobbery · Exclusion · Arrogance
03
Embrace the Conversation
A twinkle in the eye and subtle, understated humour — confident, not cocky.
Do: Contractions · Subtle humour · Warmth
Avoid: Over-excitement · Being cute · Cockiness
04
Always Back to Quality
We love the quality and care in our products — and bring the conversation back to it, ever-so-subtly.
Do: Quality · Care · Sentence-case headlines
Avoid: Title case · Swearing · Empty hype
Vista Musical Instruments — Music Retail Since 1898

The UK's House of
Music & Expression

Opening up a world of tastes, instruments, and services through authentic experiences that inspire and welcome all — a most trusted house of music retail since 1898.

Dawsons Music Co. — Est. 1898
Brand Identity

Vision, Mission & Promise

The core statements that define Dawsons' purpose, direction, and relationship with the musicians it serves.

Vision
The UK's House of Music and Expression.
Mission
We match our customers with the products, services and experiences they need at every stage of their music journey.
Promise
To give our customers a truly immersive and curated experience.
Brand Character

Brand Personality

Three traits that shape every word, design choice, and interaction Dawsons puts into the world.

01
Thoughtful
Dawsons meets every customer where they are, taking the time to understand what they truly need rather than just making a sale. In an age when music retail can feel reserved only for the experts and insiders, we open the doors and welcome all.
02
Resourceful
A house of music since 1898, Dawsons opens up a world of tastes, instruments, and services. Whether it's tracking down a specific instrument or curating the right setup, we connect people with their craft, their crowd, and themselves through music.
03
Enthusiastic
Genuine passion for music drives everything at Dawsons. We exist to spark deeper relationships between people, culture, and music — in the midst of the spaces, platforms, and stages where music comes to life.
Brand Assets

Asset Bank

Search, preview, and download every Dawsons asset — the main lockup in all colourways, the isolated wordmark, patch lockups, sub-brand marks, and the full brand guideline. Filter by type, variant, or format.

Visual Identity

Colour Palette

A warm, characterful palette built on three tiers — Hi-Hat gold leads; Analog cream and White support; Tempo, Record, and Fuzz add depth and accent. Use the ratios as a guide, and always follow the exact colour codes — never sample, extract, or convert them.

Primary & Secondary
Hi-Hat ★
HEX #9F8A46
RGB 159, 138, 70
Pantone 617 C
Analog
HEX #F8F4E9
RGB 248, 244, 233
Pantone 9080 C
White
HEX #FEFEFC
RGB 254, 254, 252
Tertiary — accents
Tempo
HEX #231E18
RGB 35, 30, 24
Pantone 419 C
Record
HEX #DF5334
RGB 223, 83, 52
Pantone 2027 C
Fuzz
HEX #B0C5CB
RGB 176, 197, 203
Pantone 277 C
Visual Identity

Typography

The brand identity uses two typefaces — Garnett (Semibold, Bold, and Black) for headings, and Lato for body copy. When Garnett is unavailable, use Work Sans as a substitute.

Garnett Black · Headlines
A house of music.
Garnett Semibold · Sub-heads
A most trusted house of music retail.
Lato · Body Copy
Dawsons opens up a world of tastes, instruments, and services through authentic experiences that inspire and welcome all — sparking deeper relationships between people, culture, and music.
Need the font files? Click here to request from the brand team.
Vista Musical Instruments — A New York Institution Since 1935

America's Most Loved House of
Music & Expression

A legendary New York music store since 1935 — opening up a world of tastes, instruments, and services through authentic experiences that inspire and welcome all.

Manny's — Music Co. Est. 1935
Brand Identity

Vision, Mission & Promise

The core statements that define Manny's purpose, direction, and relationship with the musicians it serves.

Vision
America's most loved house of music and expression.
Mission
We match our customers with the products, services and experiences they need at every stage of their music journey.
Promise
To give our customers a truly immersive and curated experience.
Brand Character

Brand Personality

Three traits that shape every word, design choice, and interaction Manny's puts into the world.

01
Thoughtful
With a vision cultivated since 1935, Manny's presents an essential world — spotlighting the essentials and pinpointing what each guest needs most. In an age when music retail can feel reserved only for experts and insiders, we open the doors and welcome all.
02
Resourceful
A house of music since 1935, Manny's opens up a world of tastes, instruments, and services. Our thoughtful selection of quality instruments, hardware, and services is a catalogue of excellence you can trust — connecting people with their craft, their crowd, and themselves.
03
Enthusiastic
Genuine passion for music drives everything at Manny's. From Hendrix to Lennon to the first-timer walking through the door, we exist to spark deeper relationships between people, culture, and music — in the spaces and on the stages where music comes to life.
Brand Assets

Asset Bank

Search, preview, and download every Manny's asset — the URL lockup in all colourways, the seal and stamp lockups, patch marks, and the full brand guideline. Filter by type, variant, or format.

Visual Identity

Colour Palette

A warm, characterful palette built on three tiers — Hi-Hat gold leads; Analog cream and White support; Tempo, Record, and Fuzz add depth and accent. Use the ratios as a guide, and always follow the exact colour codes — never sample, extract, or convert them.

Primary & Secondary
Hi-Hat ★
HEX #9F8A46
RGB 159, 138, 70
Pantone 617 C
Analog
HEX #F8F4E9
RGB 248, 244, 233
Pantone 9080 C
White
HEX #FEFEFC
RGB 254, 254, 252
Tertiary — accents
Tempo
HEX #231E18
RGB 35, 30, 24
Pantone 419 C
Record
HEX #DF5334
RGB 223, 83, 52
Pantone 2027 C
Fuzz
HEX #B0C5CB
RGB 176, 197, 203
Pantone 277 C
Visual Identity

Typography

The brand identity uses two typefaces — Garnett (Semibold and Black) for headings, and Lato for body copy. When Garnett is unavailable, use Work Sans as a substitute.

Garnett Black · Headlines
A house of music.
Garnett Semibold · Sub-heads
America's most loved, since 1935.
Lato · Body Copy
Manny's opens up a world of tastes, instruments, and services through authentic experiences that inspire and welcome all — sparking deeper relationships between people, culture, and music.
Need the font files? Click here to request from the brand team.
Vista Musical Instruments — Pre-Loved Instruments

The World's Premier Trusted Partner for
Pre-Loved Instruments

Guiding the seamless buying and selling of pre-loved musical instruments — preserving the legacy of young and old, and delivering confidence with every piece.

Well Played Gear
Brand Identity

Vision, Mission & Promise

The core statements that define Well Played Gear's purpose, direction, and relationship with the buyers and sellers it serves.

Vision
The world's premier trusted partner for pre-loved musical instrument buyers and sellers.
Mission
We leverage our extensive experience to guide the seamless buying and selling of pre-loved instruments to preserve the legacy of young and old.
Promise
To deliver confidence and a great experience.
Brand Character

Brand Personality

Three traits that shape every word, design choice, and interaction Well Played Gear puts into the world.

01
Resourceful
If someone's got a vintage piece in mind but can't seem to find it, we're the ones who know where to start the search. Our solid network means we know where to look — and we're not afraid to ask. We go the extra mile to find the right thing.
02
Well-versed
Every musical instrument has a story — whether it's the brand, the make, or the country of origin, we can tell you everything you need to know. We know the value of a vintage piece, not just monetarily but from a collector's standpoint.
03
Expressive
We love musical instruments, and we love finding new homes for them. We're just as interested in and excited about the gear we sell — and its backstory — as the people we sell it to. Every piece carries a legacy worth preserving, from one generation to the next.
Brand Assets

Asset Bank

Search, preview, and download every Well Played Gear asset — the primary badge, horizontal logotype, responsive mark, favicon, and the full brand book. Filter by type, variant, or format.

Visual Identity

Colour Palette

A clean monochrome palette — black and white anchored by a considered range of greys. Always follow the exact colour codes; never sample, extract, or convert them.

Black ★
HEX #000000
RGB 0, 0, 0
PMS Black C
Charcoal
HEX #3A3A3A
RGB 58, 58, 58
Grey
HEX #7A7A7A
RGB 122, 122, 122
Light Grey
HEX #CFCFCF
RGB 207, 207, 207
White
HEX #FFFFFF
RGB 255, 255, 255
Visual Identity

Logo Suite

A flexible system — the primary seal badge, the horizontal logotype, and a responsive mark for small formats and avatars.

Visual Identity

Typography

Bell MT is the headline typeface for print, with Times New Roman as its digital equivalent — classic serifs that signal trust and heritage. Alegreya Sans is the body-copy font across both print and digital.

Bell MT · Headlines (Print)
Every instrument has a story.
Times New Roman · Headlines (Digital)
Trusted partner for pre-loved gear.
Alegreya Sans · Body Copy
We're open, honest and transparent about where products come from, and you'll always know what level of quality you can expect. Every instrument is exactly as advertised, in its best possible condition.
Need the font files? Click here to request from the brand team.
Caldecott Music Group — Division

NME Networks

CMG's media division — operating the world's most trusted music editorial brands that inform, inspire and connect music fans everywhere.

NME Networks
Brand Assets

Logos

Download the NME Networks logo in black and white, available as SVG and PNG. Use the white logo on dark backgrounds and the black logo on light backgrounds.

NME Networks — Music & Pop Culture Since 1952

The World's Defining Voice in
Music & Pop Culture

Breaking what's new and what's next since 1952 — creating and curating the content, products, and experiences essential to music and pop-culture fans today.

NME
Brand Identity

Vision, Mission & Promise

The core statements that define NME's purpose, direction, and relationship with music and pop-culture fans.

Vision
The world's defining voice in music and pop culture: breaking what's new and what's next since 1952.
Mission
We create and curate content, products and experiences essential to the fans of music and popular culture today.
Promise
To start conversations and champion what's great.
Brand Character

Brand Personality

Three traits that shape every word, design choice, and interaction NME puts into the world.

01
Enthusiastic
NME people are excited about music and pop culture. Obsessed, even. We share that passion and invite others to appreciate greatness with us.
02
Informed
In a changing media landscape, NME stands up for the arts of critique, the interview, storytelling and talent-spotting. Those rights are earned by the knowledge, taste and authenticity of its writers.
03
Fearless
There are no sacred cows in NME's world. We speak with confidence and we serve no master.
Brand Assets

Asset Bank

Search, preview, and download the NME logo, its regional lockups (Australia, Asia), NME Shop, and editorial franchise marks. Filter by type, variant, or format.

Visual Identity

Colour Palette

Our colours are what give us personality — bold and unmistakable. NME Red leads, with an electric yellow accent, anchored by black and white. Always follow the exact colour codes; don't convert between colour profiles.

NME Red ★
HEX #E2001A
RGB 226, 0, 26
CMYK 5, 100, 100, 1
Yellow
HEX #FCFF00
RGB 252, 255, 0
CMYK 0, 0, 90, 0
Black
HEX #000000
RGB 0, 0, 0
CMYK 0, 0, 0, 100
White
HEX #FFFFFF
RGB 255, 255, 255
Brand Voice

Tone of Voice

When something's great, we shout about it. When something misses the mark, we shout about it too — because we care deeply. NME speaks with the credibility of 70+ years and the energy of now.

01
Show Passion
Tap into a love of music — and the culture around it — that goes beyond the norm.
Do: Enthusiasm · Care · "Great new album"
Avoid: Going through the motions · "OMFG!!!"
02
Show Expertise
An authority on music, movies, TV and gaming — part of the culture we reflect.
Do: Deep knowledge · Plain language · A clear take
Avoid: Critic jargon · "elegiac", "hail from", "sophomore"
03
Show Attitude
Sense of humour, non-conformity, integrity — get to the point and say it with confidence.
Do: Confidence · Humour · No sacred cows
Avoid: Fence-sitting · Being try-hard
04
Be Inclusive & Global
A club everyone can join — British personality, global future. Focused on now and next.
Do: Inclusion · Global outlook · "The NME audience"
Avoid: Snobbery · Flag-waving · Dwelling on heritage
Visual Identity

Typography

NME uses Helvetica Neue across the brand — Bold and Black for punchy, confident headlines, and Roman / Light for clean, highly legible body copy.

Helvetica Neue Bold · Headlines
Breaking what's next.
Helvetica Neue Roman · Body Copy
NME stands up for the arts of critique, the interview, storytelling and talent-spotting — earned by the knowledge, taste and authenticity of its writers.
Helvetica Neue Light · Captions
The world's defining voice in music and pop culture, since 1952.
Need the font files? Click here to request from the brand team.
NME Networks — Guitar Media Since 1999

The Destination for
All Things Guitar

Experiences for guitarists, music obsessives, and the industry — fuelling a passion for guitar culture and inspiring the next generation of enthusiasts.

Guitar.com
Brand Identity

Vision, Mission & Promise

The core statements that define Guitar.com's purpose, direction, and relationship with the guitar community.

Vision
The destination for all things guitar.
Mission
We create experiences for guitarists, music obsessives, and industry to fuel their passions for guitar culture.
Promise
To inspire the next generation of guitar enthusiasts.
Brand Character

Brand Personality

Three traits that shape every word, design choice, and interaction Guitar.com puts into the world.

01
Knowledgeable
We are here to help guitarists on their journey — whether it's reviews to pick out their first guitar or an inside look into an artist's journey. We take pride in being the first to know, and giving the best inside look into guitar culture.
02
Expressive
We're not afraid to show who we are. We're passionate about music and that comes through in our work every day. Guitars are embedded in our culture, and we won't let anything get in the way of our core.
03
Curious
We are hungry to source the best products and opportunities for our readers. We get an inside look at the latest gear, ask artists the real questions, and create content that inspires.
Brand Assets

Asset Bank

Search, preview, and download the Guitar.com logo suite — primary logotype, secondary lockups (outline, dropshadow, acid), and the headstock icon in every colourway. Filter by type, variant, or format.

Visual Identity

Colour Palette

A bold core palette of four — Black, White, Acid Yellow, and Bright Blue. Follow the 1/3 rule: only a third of any composition should be coloured — black and white are integral to the brand's equity.

Acid Yellow ★
HEX #E0FF17
RGB 224, 255, 23
Bright Blue
HEX #07EBEB
RGB 7, 235, 235
Black
HEX #000000
RGB 0, 0, 0
White
HEX #FFFFFF
RGB 255, 255, 255
Visual Identity

Patterns

Drawn from the DIY poster and album artwork of early punk and skate culture — halftones, high-contrast shapes, and duotone palettes that emphasise motion and character. Four core patterns: Checker Bulge, Stripes, Circle Wave, and Checker Flag.

Checker Bulge pattern
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Stripes pattern
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Circle Wave pattern
Download
Checker Flag pattern
Download
Visual Identity

Typography

PP Formula is the primary typeface — a bold, racy display face with the flexibility of a grotesque (Semi-Extended Bold for headlines, Extended Bold for eyebrows, Medium for sub-heads). PP Neue Montreal handles body copy.

PP Formula Semi-Extended Bold · Headlines
ALL THINGS GUITAR
PP Formula Medium · Sub-heads
The first to know in guitar culture.
PP Neue Montreal · Body Copy
We create experiences for guitarists, music obsessives, and industry — getting the inside look at the latest gear and asking artists the real questions.
Need the font files? Click here to request from the brand team.
Brand Voice

Tone of Voice

Guitar.com speaks fluent guitar — knowledgeable and passionate, with the DIY energy of punk and skate culture. The first to know, and never afraid to show who we are.

01
First to Know
Be the authority — the best inside look into gear, artists, and guitar culture.
Do: Authority · Inside access · Genuine expertise
Avoid: Recycled press releases · Shallow takes
02
Show Who We Are
Passionate and unafraid — our love of guitars comes through in everything.
Do: Personality · Conviction · Real opinions
Avoid: Neutral fence-sitting · Corporate distance
03
Ask the Real Questions
Stay curious — dig deeper, source the best, create content that inspires.
Do: Curiosity · Depth · Discovery
Avoid: Surface-level · Lazy coverage
04
For Every Player
Serve beginners to pros alike — fuel the passion without talking down.
Do: Inclusion · Specificity · Encouragement
Avoid: Gatekeeping · Snobbery · Jargon walls
NME Networks — Music Technology Media Since 2002

At the Intersection of
Music & Technology

The leading media brand for music production and technology — expert reviews, tutorials, and news for producers, engineers, and creators.

MusicTech
Brand Identity

Vision, Mission & Promise

The core statements that define MusicTech's purpose, direction, and relationship with music creators.

Vision
The world's leading media brand at the intersection of music and technology.
Mission
We cover the ways technology shapes the future of sound for music creators and consumers.
Promise
To inspire the next generation of music makers.
Brand Character

Brand Personality

It's okay to have some personality — if we're having fun with the brand, the audience will feel it and have fun too. Three traits that shape everything MusicTech makes.

01
Savvy
MusicTech knows its DAWs, plugins, and signal chains inside out. We're honest in our reviews and never swayed by PR — credibility is everything, and we treat the reader as an intelligent peer.
02
Curious
We're fascinated by the ways technology shapes the future of sound. Always experimenting, always asking what's next — from the newest hardware to the techniques that push music forward.
03
Optimistic
We're excited about where technology is taking sound. MusicTech looks forward — championing the tools and ideas shaping the future of music, and here to inspire the next generation of music makers.
Brand Assets

Asset Bank

Search, preview, and download the MusicTech logo — black, white, and the three gradient colourways — plus the MT icon. Filter by type, variant, or format.

Visual Identity

Marquee Colours

Three signature gradients — Cyan & Magenta, Green & Yellow, and Red & Yellow — used for covers, art, marketing, headlines, and section headers. Each pairs a vivid hue with white. Always use the exact colour codes.

Cyan & Magenta
Cyan #08FCFE · PMS 311 C
Magenta #F0A0EE · PMS 251 C
Green & Yellow
Green #8DF286 · PMS 7487 C
Yellow #FEFFA2 · PMS 600 C
Red & Yellow
Red #FD9B9C · PMS 708 C
Yellow #FEFFA2 · PMS 600 C
Core
Black
HEX #121211
RGB 18, 18, 17
White
HEX #FFFFFF
RGB 255, 255, 255
Visual Identity

Grain

Grain is good. A subtle film-grain texture runs across imagery and colour fields to make everything feel more human and tactile — a core part of the MusicTech look.

Grain is good.
Visual Identity

Typography

GT Flexa is the primary typeface — a fluid, extensive grotesk system spanning compressed to expanded widths, with sharp ink traps and a unique personality. Roboto handles body copy, with Roboto Mono for technical labels.

GT Flexa · Headlines & Display
THE FUTURE OF SOUND
Roboto · Body Copy
MusicTech covers the ways technology shapes the future of sound — expert, honest, and practical, with a mechanical-yet-friendly reading rhythm.
Roboto Mono · Technical Labels
44.1kHz / 24-bit · gain –6dB · 120 BPM
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Brand Voice

Tone of Voice

MusicTech is the expert friend in the studio — knows the gear cold, tells it straight, and still has fun doing it.

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Expert & Honest
Genuine technical knowledge and straight-talking reviews — credibility is everything.
Do: Real testing · Honest verdicts · Substance
Avoid: PR puff · Vague praise · Untested claims
02
Practical
Help readers make better music, not just understand specs.
Do: How-to · Real-world use · Useful detail
Avoid: Theory for its own sake · Spec dumps
03
Independent
Never swayed by PR — the reader's trust comes first, always.
Do: Impartiality · A clear point of view
Avoid: Advertiser-led copy · Hype
04
Optimistic
Forward-looking and excited about the future of sound — expert doesn't mean dry.
Do: Possibility · Encouragement · A bit of personality
Avoid: Cynicism · Dry manuals · Talking down