GerrAudio Becomes Canadian Distributor for Sensaphonics & ASI Audio
Sensaphonics and ASI Audio have announced the appointment of GerrAudio for distribution of their products in Canada . GerrAudio will provide increased market awareness of the professional in-ear monitoring products offered by Sensaphonics , and spearhead the launch of Sensaphonics ’ subsidiary , ASI Audio , and its lineup of new products in Canada .
“ We are very excited to be representing Dr . Santucci ’ s products here in Canada ,” comments Geoff Maurice , VP and director of sales at GerrAudio Distribution . “ His work in the field of audiology and human hearing is extensive , and his pioneered solutions are purpose-built to address the important topic of hearing loss prevention in our industry head on ,” he adds . “ They offer the best solution on the market , and their client list backs that up – Coldplay , Dave Matthews Band , Radiohead , Lorde , Luke Bryan , Steven Tyler – it seems like all you have to do is name a famous artist , and the likelihood that Michael has worked with them is very high ,” cites Maurice . “ We ’ re proud to be associated with Santucci and his work , and really look forward to joining his cause to promote safe hearing with his custom in-ear IEM moulds , plugs , and custom silicon sleeves here in Canada .”
“ We are excited to work with the team at GerrAudio to create a strong national sales network for Sensaphonics products across Canada ,” says Sensaphonics president , Dr . Michael Santucci . “ With their broad focus across live sound , broadcast , AV integration , and retail , GerrAudio is perfectly positioned to help Canadian audio
GERRAUDIO ’ S GEOFF MAURICE & PETER SNELGROVE professionals achieve clear , focused sound and long-term hearing wellness with Sensaphonics custom-fit in-ear products .”
In addition to representing Sensaphonics ’ professional products in Canada , GerrAudio will also be the exclusive distributor for Sensaphonics ’ subsidiary , ASI Audio . “ The 3DME product from ASI Audio is something every musician – whether professional or hobby – should have ,” says Maurice . “ Using similar Active Ambient technology found in the custom in-ear system offered by Sensaphonics , the 3DME revolutionizes the way musicians hear themselves and their bandmates on stage while keeping them safe and at a much more attainable price point for the everyday musician . We believe the 3DME product has a place in all music stores and online retailers , and are excited to get this new technology into the hands of those who will appreciate it the most .”
“ GerrAudio is the perfect partner for ASI Audio ,” states Evan MacKenzie , VP of marketing and sales for ASI Audio . “ I have always admired their focus on pro audio products with innovative features that benefit the musician , engineer and design / install markets with a very high degree of reliability and sonic integrity .”
For more information , contact GerrAudio Distribution : 613-342-6999 , sales @ gerr . com , www . gerr . com .
D . W . Fearn / Hazelrigg Industries Open Toronto Offices
D . W . Fearn / Hazelrigg Industries , designers of high-performance vacuum tube professional audio gear , have announced the opening of their first Canadian offices , headed up by tech industry veteran Scott Taylor .
Located in the heart of metro Toronto , the D . W . Fearn / Hazelrigg Industries Canada offices will address the growing demand in Canada ’ s pro audio community for the company ’ s high-performance audio products , making the entire line of D . W . Fearn and Hazelrigg Industries tube compressors , preamps , EQ , and direct boxes available to recording facilities , producers , and artists across the country . The Toronto office will be home base for coordinating product demos , end-user and artist relations , and providing product information , service , and support .
Taylor , whose career includes more than three decades in upper management with Silicon Valley marketing teams at Creative Labs , 3dfx , Rendition , and Pinnacle Systems / Avid , has forged relationships with many of Toronto ’ s top studios and producers and brings a unique understanding of the D . W . FEARN / HAZELRIGG INDUSTRIES ’ SCOTT TAYLOR industry to the company .
“ While I ’ m proud of my accomplishments in Silicon Valley , I ’ ve always admired D . W . Fearn for their unrelenting dedication to quality ,” Taylor remarks . “ Doug Fearn has a long and stellar reputation as a perfectionist , and will not release a product that ’ s anything less than phenomenal . George and Geoff Hazelrigg have followed Doug ’ s ethos precisely , and the entire line of D . W . Fearn / Hazelrigg Industries products are simply the best there is . I ’ m more than proud to help introduce the Canadian pro audio industry to some of the finest sounding recording and live sound gear there is .”
“ There ’ s always been an incredible music scene in Canada , with some truly talented producers and great facilities , and the quality of recordings coming from north of the border is simply stunning ,” adds Doug Fearn . “ We ’ ve heard from so many of the country ’ s most talented producers and audio professionals asking how they can get their hands on our gear , and we ’ re thrilled to have Scott in place to help make it possible .”
Scott Taylor and the D . W . Fearn / Hazelrigg Industries offices can be reached at scott . taylor @ hazelriggindustries . com , or by phone at 567-393-3276 . For more information , visit www . dwfearn . com .
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