UK-based amplification and DSP solutions specialist Linea Research has appointed Audio-Technica as its distribution partner for the German and Spanish markets. The partnership is the latest in Linea Research’s international growth, bringing the company’s products customers across both regions through Audio-Technica’s sales and support network.
Since 2003, Linea Research has built its reputation on setting standards in power amplification and DSP processing, earning the trust of sound engineers, consultants, institutions and manufacturers worldwide.
‘As part of the Focusrite Audio Reproduction Group, it is a logical step for us, following the addition of TiMax, to now include Linea Research in our distribution programme and further strengthen our portfolio for both live sound and installed audio applications,’ says Audio-Technica Deutschland MD, Matthias Exner.
Day-to-day, the brand will be championed on the ground in both territories. Benedikt Partl takes on Linea Research as Brand Manager at Audio-Technica Deutschland, while Alex Blanco assumes the same role at Audio-Technica Iberia. Both build on their existing remits for Martin Audio and TiMax, serving as the central points of contact for high-quality professional audio across live and installed applications in their respective markets.
‘We are looking forward to expanding Linea Research’s presence across our markets,’ adds Audio-Technica Iberia MD, Sylvain Hochart. Together, these three brands allow us to provide a holistic approach to a wide range of projects and give customers the opportunity to source complete solutions from a single provider.’
As part of the Focusrite Audio Reproduction Group, the appointment sees Linea Research join a portfolio that already encompasses sister brands, Martin Audio, TiMax and Optimal Audio.