We first reported on the formation of a new distributor group called Catalyst AV almost exactly one-year ago in December 2012, just prior to their formal launch at the International Consumer Electronics show this past January. While the concept of a national association of regional distributors was not a new phenomenon – various groups started forming back in the mid- to late-1990s – this particular announcement had some added drama with several of the initial members unilaterally defecting from competitor DDG.
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Yamaha Wants to Help You Wake Up & Smell the Coffee; Literally
Yamaha Corp. announced on Tuesday a clock radio – something new from them – to help you wake up and smell the coffee…oh and enjoy great music while you’re drinking it! Part of their growing desktop audio solutions, this is a modern take on the traditional clock radio…including premium sound, Bluetooth streaming, and even app control.
See more on this new twist on a bedside table staple… [Read more…] about Yamaha Wants to Help You Wake Up & Smell the Coffee; Literally
Yikes! New Research Confirms It: Affluents are Moving to Digital Shopping
In news sure to send a chill through the backbone of every luxury retailer and manufacturer of every luxury product – electronics included – eMarketer is reporting that new research makes it clear that Affluents, loosely defined as those with household incomes over $100,000, are now shopping online in increasing numbers. Up until now, online shopping was predominantly the domain of the mass consumer, with Affluents preferring gorgeous showrooms laden luxury appointments and knowledgeable, well-dressed and poised staff who cheerfully kowtow to them. Not any more…
Learn more about this latest research on Affluents, likely the target end-user for many of us… [Read more…] about Yikes! New Research Confirms It: Affluents are Moving to Digital Shopping
Century Stereo, JBL & Ferrari of Silicon Valley Partner on Holiday Event with Charity Benefit
Century Stereo, a prominent and respected Northern California A/V specialty retailer, announced this week that it will hold an exclusive, invitation-only, high-end consumer event called A Taste of the Good Life for a Good Cause. Partnering with Century Stereo in this event is JBL and Ferrari of Silicon Valley. According to the company, this event – being held December 12th – will offer invited guests the opportunity to “explore the best of the best in regards to luxury.”
See more on this unique, luxury event to showcase a luxury, high-end lifestyle… [Read more…] about Century Stereo, JBL & Ferrari of Silicon Valley Partner on Holiday Event with Charity Benefit
Thought for the Week – December 4, 2013
When they discover the center of the universe, a lot of people will be disappointed to discover they are not it.
Bernard Bailey
Happy Thanksgiving!
What’s Better Than a Warranty? The DaVinci Group Announces WarrantyPLUS
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The DaVinci Group announced today a significant upgrade to its warranty program – already one of the best overall warranty programs available. Currently, the company offers 2-years parts and labor on all wireless products, 5-years parts and labor on all amplifiers, and an impressive Lifetime replacement warranty on all architectural speakers, volume controls, and speaker selectors. How do you improve on a solid warranty package like that?
What is The DaVinci Groups’ WarrantyPLUS™? If you’re a dealer, you’ve got to see this… [Read more…] about What’s Better Than a Warranty? The DaVinci Group Announces WarrantyPLUS
Beats in Bold Play to Save the Music
Beats Electronics, Inc., better known by their Beats by Dr. Dre brand, announced today that they are partnering with the Muscle Shoals Music Foundation in an effort to save and preserve the iconic Muscle Shoals Sound recording studio in Sheffield, Alabama. The effort comes in response to a documentary shown at this year’s Sundance Film Festival, reminiscing on the incredible influence of Muscle Shoals Sound Studio and its predecessor, FAME Recording Studios, also in Northern Alabama, for nearly two decades the unlikely center of the music business…but which have both now fallen into disrepair.
See why Beats wants to get involved…and discover the famous musicians that recorded there… [Read more…] about Beats in Bold Play to Save the Music
Consumer Confidence Index at Lowest Level in 7 Months
The Conference Board released today its closely watched Consumer Confidence Index – a monthly reading on the sentiment of consumers about the economy. The reading for the month of November at 70.4 fell slightly from the October reading of 72.4. October, however, had fallen sharply from the September and the current reading is the lowest since April.
What’s dragging consumer confidence down at this critical holiday shopping season?… [Read more…] about Consumer Confidence Index at Lowest Level in 7 Months
Thought for the Week – November 25, 2013
You have to leave the city of your comfort and go into the wilderness of your intuition. What you’ll discover will be wonderful. What you’ll discover will be yourself.
Alan Alda
