Calrec appoints Group One as US partner

Calrec has appointed Group One as its distribution partner for the US. 

This move will enable Calrec to expand its market reach across the US with its expanded portfolio, including the newly launched Brio36 compact broadcast console and Remote production RP products.

The deal will not affect Calrec’s relationship with Studio Consultants Incorporated (SCI) which has worked with Calrec for many years, and will continue with Calrec sales and support work in the East coast regions in conjunction with Calrec and Group One. 

The move does mean that the entire Calrec America team have been incorporated into Group One.

James Gordon, Audiotonix CEO, commented: ”Having worked with Jack for a number of years it made perfect sense for Audiotonix to partner with Group One. Jack has always been a significant member of the DiGiCo team, but moving him to family status and having him now working with Calrec is the ultimate for us and our clients.” 

Nigel Beaumont, Calrec MD added “Group One have an exemplary record over many years of supporting customers, both new and established, with effective and efficient solutions to their challenges. They have grown through working with customers and understanding their needs. They can be relied on to be there when they are needed, and that’s always been the Calrec way too.” 

Dave Letson, Calrec sales director, added: ”Jack Kelly and his team have delivered continual sales growth and customer support for this market over a number of years. With a dedicated national support team, and digital expertise in terms of both sales and service, they know this market and are best placed to become our partner. We are delighted to have them as part of the team.” 

Jack Kelly, President of Group One, said: ”Over the last few years the Calrec and DiGiCo sales teams have worked closely together in the US, collaborating on customers that benefited from solutions from both brands. It seems a natural fit to formalise that cooperation, and to look to how we will continue to build our Calrec and DiGiCo sales and support front line team in the USA. Having the further investment from Audiotonix will allow us to build on the business and offer even more benefit to our clients in the future. It does mean I have to spend more time with those Brits!”