Korg USA Acquires Aguilar Amplification
Korg USA has acquired bass amp manufacturer Aguilar Amplification . Korg is now a direct investor in the newly-renamed entity , Aguilar Musical Instruments , which operates as a separate company under the Korg USA portfolio of brands .
“ This is an excellent way to kick off 2021 , and we are excited to add the well-respected brand of Aguilar to our portfolio ,” says Joe Castronovo , president of Korg USA . “ For over 25 years , Aguilar has become a name synonymous with quality . We will continue to maintain that reputation and look forward to our future collaborations .”
“ This acquisition is an important step forward to help us take the brand to the next level ,” adds Dave Boonshoft , co-founder of Aguilar . “ Partnering with Korg , one of the most reputable names in our industry , presents an opportunity to work with a world-class team focused on improving our capabilities and growing our business .”
Dave Avenius will stay on as managing director of AMI , and Boonshoft will continue to lead product development as a consultant . The companies say Aguilar ’ s business will operate as usual and its ability to process and ship orders will remain unaffected .
For more information , contact AMI : 212-431-9109 , info @ aguilaramp . com , www . aguilaramp . com .
Audix Appoints Erikson Audio as Its Exclusive Canadian Distributor Audix , a manufacturer of microphones , headphones , and wireless solutions , has announced the appointment of Erikson Audio as its new exclusive distributor for Canada .
“ We are very proud to be distributing Audix in Canada ,” says Erikson Audio Product Manager Mario Leroux . “ While everyone knows Audix for its iconic vocal and instrument mics , we hope to bring greater awareness to their installed sound products , especially ceiling mics , which are now the preferred solution for contemporary meeting spaces .”
Audix was launched in 1984 and is based in Wilsonville , OR . It offers a wide range of pro-level vocal , instrument , and studio microphones , as well as headphones . It also offers a range of ceiling and desktop microphones and related products for the installed sound market .
For more information , contact Erikson Audio : 514-457-2555 , info @ eriksonaudio . com , www . eriksonaudio . com .
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