Numark Acquires AKAI Professional American Distro Rights

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Numark Acquires AKAI Professional American Distribution Rights
- Distribution begins immediately in the Americas -

Cumberland, RI, July 1, 2004 – Numark Industries, the world’s leading
manufacturer of professional DJ equipment, announced today that they
have acquired the official distribution rights of Akai Professional
Musical Instruments (APMI) for the Americas. Akai Pro’s legendary line
of MPC Studio products is a staple in just about every project and
professional studio environment around the world.

“Long known as an innovator of high-quality studio samplers, digital
recorders, and electronic musical instruments, Akai Pro is an ideal fit
for our distribution model,” says Numark CEO Jack O’ Donnell. “We are
very excited about adding the Akai Pro catalog to our offerings. Our
goal is to supply a broad range of high technology products to the
music industry that appeal to all types of musicians - DJ’s and
hobbyists alike. Akai Pro’s product line is an ideal complement to our
growing range of professional product lines,” O’Donnell continued.

O’Donnell also owns and distributes Alesis Studio Electronics, which
has a history of providing affordable, professional digital recorders,
synthesizers, studio monitors, and various DSP products to the musical
instrument markets.

As efforts begin to integrate Akai Pro’s marketing, technical support,
and sales administration into it’s current model, Numark will continue
to offer dealers a streamlined, efficient way to purchase a diverse
range of hi-tech products.