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KORG USA JOINS FORCES WITH BLACKSTAR AMPLIFICATION FOR EXCLUSIVE U.S. DISTRIBUTION
MELVILLE, NY, January 4, 2011 — Korg USA, exclusive U.S. distributor of Korg, Lâg and VOX products, announces a new addition to its line of premium brands. As of January 2011, the company will take on exclusive U.S. distribution for Blackstar Amplification. With global headquarters and engineering based in the U.K., Blackstar has developed a range of products that satisfy the tonal demands of a diverse range of players, from high gain shredders, to those seeking boutique-like cleans. The full line of Blackstar products will be on display at the Winter NAMM 2011 trade show.
Korg USA President Joe Castronovo noted, “Korg USA has a long and rich history of successfully marketing and distributing guitar products, and we are thrilled to partner with Blackstar at this point in the brand’s evolution. Blackstar is a world-class product line which is positioned to be the future of British high gain amplification, offering a full range of product that speaks to players of all genres of music.”
Ian Robinson, Blackstar Managing Director, commented, “We believe that Korg USA has the right infrastructure, market knowledge and marketing know-how to take Blackstar to the next level. The chemistry between the two companies is great and we anticipate that this will be a long-term partnership based on integrity and a passion for delivering outstanding M.I. innovation.”
Korg USA will begin offering the Blackstar line of guitar amplification products in the U.S. starting January 2011.
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