MIRC LLC, the nation's leading guitar refurbishment company
founded in 1993, has purchased Mighty Mite® from Westheimer
Corporation. Mighty Mite, the original guitar parts company, was
founded in the 1970s by Randy
Zacuto. Westheimer gained ownership of the Mighty Mite
trademark in 1982 and reintroduced the brand at the Anaheim NAMM
show in 1991 as a supplier of replacement guitar necks, bodies, and
other universal parts.
LA
VERGNE, Tenn., Aug. 9, 2024
/PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- MIRC LLC, the nation's leading guitar
refurbishment company founded in 1993, has purchased Mighty Mite®
from Westheimer Corporation. Mighty Mite, the original guitar parts
company, was founded in the 1970s by Randy
Zacuto. Westheimer gained ownership of the Mighty Mite
trademark in 1982 and reintroduced the brand at the Anaheim NAMM
show in 1991 as a supplier of replacement guitar necks, bodies, and
other universal parts.
"We are excited to continue the 50-year
track record of the Mighty Mite brand supplying the industry with
quality replacement parts," says Jason
Gano, CEO of MIRC.
"We are excited to continue the 50-year track record of the
Mighty Mite brand supplying the industry with quality replacement
parts," says Jason Gano, CEO of
MIRC. "The brand dovetails nicely into our existing business of
refurbishing instruments and will allow our customers easier access
to the parts they need for repairs."
The acquisition of Mighty Mite is a strategic move for MIRC,
enhancing its ability to provide high-quality replacement parts and
expanding product offerings. This acquisition will allow MIRC to
better serve its customers, offering a comprehensive range of
products for both repair and customization of guitars.
MIRC has a longstanding reputation for excellence in the musical
instrument industry, providing top-quality refurbished guitars to
retailers across the country. The addition of Mighty Mite's
extensive range of replacement parts will strengthen MIRC's
position as a one-stop shop for all guitar needs.
"We believe that integrating Mighty Mite's products into our
portfolio will provide significant value to our customers," added
MIRC CFO Natalie Kyriakoudis. "This
acquisition aligns with our commitment to quality and innovation,
and we look forward to the opportunities it brings."
"I would like to take this opportunity to share a little
information about Mighty Mite and about this significant asset
purchase if you can indulge me?" asked Laura Gabel, CEO of Westheimer Corporation. "My
father, Jack Westheimer founded
Westheimer Corporation in 1959. To say he was a music industry
pioneer does not quite capture the breadth of his role in the MI
space. Jack was a founding partner with Young Park in Cor-Tek® and owned several
manufacturing companies. Westheimer Corporation served as an
importer and international distributor for proprietary brands such
as Cort®, Cortez®, Groove Tools®, Kingston®, Harmony®, Teisco® and
Mighty Mite just to name a few. I grew up in the industry attending
trade shows and association meetings / trips dating back to the
early 1970's. I traveled with Jack to the factories and referred to
the people I met in the industry, as family. Westheimer Corp. was
awarded ownership of the Mighty Mite trademark in 1982. I
officially joined Westheimer Corporation in 1989 to restart Mighty
Mite. My MI family relationships were primarily guitar focused, but
Cor-Tek served an important role supplying all kinds of parts from
the factory. We imported all we could to expand our inventory of
replacement parts. Of greater significance is my relationship with
the Park family. I am grateful for all the years they served as our
supplier and manufactured Fender® Licensed Mighty Mite replacement
necks. I am also thankful for our long-term relationship with
Fender Musical Instrument Company ("FMIC") as a privileged licensee
to sell Fender® replacement necks. Thank you FMIC, I have enjoyed
my relationship with your legal team over the years. I would like
to take this opportunity to thank our employees, Kim and Tony who
have been with Westheimer Corporation since 1989 and 1995,
respectively. We could not be where we are today without their hard
work and dedication. Frank Falbo, a
former employee, continues to be a Mighty Mite consultant and fan.
Thank you to all current and former employees, suppliers,
customers, consultants and MI family; all who helped build Mighty
Mite into a successful brand. While we contemplated certain
acquisitions, and at various junctions considered the sale of
Mighty Mite, we chose to wait for the perfect fit. With all our
history, I wanted to find a company who would honor our history and
embrace our future for Mighty Mite. MIRC can provide a
comprehensive resource for guitar builders from large OEM factories
to luthiers. I have a great deal of respect for Natalie and Jason
and believe they will shepherd the Mighty Mite brand forward with
great passion, knowledge and integrity.
For more information about MIRC and its services, please visit
www.mircweb.com. For more details on Mighty Mite, visit
www.mightymite.com.
About MIRC, LLC: MIRC (Musical Instrument Reclamation
Corporation) is the largest wholesaler of quality used guitars in
the United States. Founded in
1993, MIRC partners with major manufacturers and retailers to
refurbish and resell used guitars, ensuring that musicians have
access to top-quality instruments at affordable prices. With a
focus on excellence and innovation, MIRC continues to lead the
industry in the reclamation and distribution of musical
instruments.
About Mighty Mite: Mighty Mite, founded in the 1970s by
Randy Zacuto, is a renowned supplier
of replacement guitar parts, including necks, bodies, and other
universal components. Acquired by Westheimer Corporation in 1982,
Mighty Mite has been a trusted name in the industry for decades,
known for its high-quality products and commitment to musicians'
needs.
About Westheimer Corporation: Westheimer Corporation,
established in 1953, is a respected name in the musical instrument
industry. Known for its innovation and commitment to quality,
Westheimer has been instrumental in developing and distributing a
wide range of musical instruments and accessories.
Contact:
PR@mircweb.com
Media Contact
Michael Bush, MIRC, LLC, 1
6154734375, pr@mircweb.com, www.mircweb.com
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