Prase Engineering Now Distributing Shure in Italy

Shure has named Prase Engineering as its new exclusive distributor for Italy. The Venice-based organization takes on distribution for Shure and its DIS conferencing products across the country as of January 16th.

DWV Orchestrates Sale of Soundsphere to MSE

The Mergers & Acquisitions arm of David Wiener Ventures (DWV) has helped broker a successful acquisition in the audio industry: after more than 25 years as a leader in omni-directional speakers for commercial installation applications, Stratford, Connecticut-based industry innovator Soundsphere has been acquired by MSE Audio of Kansas City. MSE, known for its wide variety of commercial and consumer-based audio brands, led by speaker giant SoundTube Entertainment, has acquired Soundsphere in an all-cash transaction. David Wiener Ventures was chosen to orchestrate the acquisition, based on DWV Chairman David Wiener’s business acumen and extensive knowledge of the audio industry.   

Trade Regrets: Sam Ulano

Sam Ulano was a celebrated drum teacher, performer, method book author, and drum shop owner. During his long career, Ulano played with some of the legends of jazz and popular music.  In 1948 he published the first of nearly one thousand drum method books to assist musicians on their techniques and skills.  A few years later he opened Sam Ulano's World of Drums in NYC.

Young Chang Announces the Return of Denny Reed

Roland’s F-20 Digital Piano

Roland’s F-20 Digital Piano is an entry-level instrument that is also compatible with Roland’s free interactive apps for Apple iOS devices.

With the functions, appearance, and texture of keyboards found in Roland’s flagship instruments, the Ivory Feel-G Keyboard with Escapement offers an authentic grand piano touch for building fundamental playing techniques. The “SuperNATURAL” Piano sound engine—also derived from Roland’s top-line models—allows young students to develop their skills with the rich tone and expressiveness of an acoustic grand.

Lamond Honored with Midwest Clinic’s Music Industry Award

Trade Regrets: James F. Manley