Roland buys DW
The rumours have been swirling for days, and now Roland Corporation and Drum Workshop have confirmed that they have reached a definitive agreement for Roland to acquire all outstanding shares of Drum Workshop. A joint statement says the combination of expertise and reach of Roland and Drum Workshop will unleash the next generation of breakthrough acoustic and electronic drums and percussion products, accelerate product development, and push the boundaries of innovation for drummers. Drum Workshop CEO Chris Lombardi and co-founders Don Lombardi and John Good will continue to serve in their existing capacities at the company, focusing on creating products that inspire drummers everywhere, the statement says. “In the world of acoustic drums, Drum Workshop stands distinctly apart,” says Gordon […]