Loud Technologies Inc and MPI Electronic SRL (MPI) have announced a distribution agreement giving MPI distribution of the Mackie brand in Italy.

‘Distribution of the Mackie brand is a dream that becomes a reality,’ says MPI Pro Division MD, Marco Mazzi. ‘Since we entered this industry, Mackie has been a landmark, and leading brand. We are confident that our access to new markets and new customers, will help us gain further market share in Italy.’

All Mackie sales, marketing, customer service and warranties will be carried out by MPI from 11 October 2016. The entire Mackie catalogue will be available from MPI’s warehousing near Milan.

‘We look forward to our new re-focused distribution strategy in Italy and we are very pleased to welcome MPI onboard with Mackie,’ says Mackie EMEA Director of Sales, Tony Williams. ‘The legendary Ampeg bass amplifier brand will continue distribution through M Casale Bauer SPA, who are and will remain, an excellent partner for us.’