Latin Percussion

Latin Percussion, also known as LP, is a brand of percussion instruments, specializing in ethnic instruments and Latin percussion.

Latin Percussion
TypeSubsidiary
Founded1964 (1964), New York, New York
FounderMartin Cohen
Headquarters
Garfield, New Jersey
,
USA
Area served
Worldwide
ProductsPercussion instruments
ParentDrum Workshop
Websitelpmusic.com
A pair of Latin Percussion conga drums.

History

LP was founded in New York City in 1964 by Martin Cohen. As the company expanded, it added imported lines to its catalog, and also became an exporter.

Company information

In 2002 LP was purchased by Kaman Music Corporation and operates as its independent subsidiary within Kaman's music distribution segment.[1]

In 2008, LP was purchased by Fender Musical Instruments Corporation.[2]

In 2014, LP was purchased by Drum Workshop.[3]

Awards

In 2001 Martin Cohen received a Special Recognition Award from the International Latin Music Hall of Fame for his contributions during nearly 40 years in music industry.[4]

See also

References
  1. "Kaman Corp. Acquires Latin Percussion, Inc". Phx.corporate-ir.net. 2002-10-21. Retrieved 2012-06-23.
  2. "Fender to Buy Kaman Music Corp". 18 October 2007.
  3. "Drum Workshop Purchases Latin Percussion, Toca Percussion, Gretsch Drums, Gibraltar Hardware, and KAT Percussion from Fender's KMC Subsidiary". 7 January 2015.
  4. LP's martin Cohen Honored by Intl. Latin Music Hall of Fame, Music Trades, July 2001
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