Amplifier Upstarts, Fractal Audio Systems & Atomic Amplifiers, Merge Companies
Atomic Amplifiers and Fractal Audio Systems have merged into one concern. The pairing unites two amplifier industry upstarts with highly complimentary products and skill sets. The companies claim that Fractal’s peerless amp simulation and effects processing technology combined with Atomic’s established reputation for being the premier solution for amplifying amp modeling devices, sets the stage for truly exciting...
Roland, M-Audio, Korg Reduce Workforce
Today’s Top Story Roland, M-Audio and Korg, some of the biggest manufacturing names in music gear, are downsizing amid the recent economic downturn. Roland has reportedly cut 10% of their workforce with more cuts slated if sales don’t perk up in the next quarter. M-Audio has issued their second round of pink slips, and Korg is said to be consolidating several departments to reduce costs. While the news is not a major...






