Toledo
Fred Shuman
New brands or lines you took on in 2013 with success? Late last year, we did take on Kala Ukes and have had success with the U-Bass. It’s a fine little instrument that bass players and guitar players have taken to. We prefer the fretless models.
Outlook for 2014? We are always optimistic about business and ever increasing sales. Our philosophy of retail is “high touch” and “personal service”. We are oriented to teaching music here so most customers are long term friends. We really do get to know them.
Evolution in the industry you’re excited about? Interaction on Facebook has been very successful in helping define us and has also helped in sales. It also helps us answer questions in a timely manner, as it is quicker and less formal than emails.
Product of the Year? Yamaha THR series amplifiers. For full product line, it’s Fender, whose electric and acoustic guitars, basses, and amplification is pretty hard to beat.
