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Gibson is a manufacturer and retailer of acoustic, electronic guitars, DJ mixers and accessories.
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President & CEO
James Curleigh
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Fender Musical Instruments Corporation is one of Gibson's top competitors. Fender Musical Instruments Corporation was founded in 1946 in Los Angeles, California. Fender Musical Instruments Corporation operates in the Broadcasting industry. Fender Musical Instruments Corporation generates $558.4M more revenue than Gibson.
Taylor-Listug, Inc. is a top competitor of Gibson. Taylor-Listug, Inc. was founded in 1974, and is headquartered in El Cajon, California. Like Gibson, Taylor-Listug, Inc. also operates in the Computers, Peripherals, Networking and Electronic Equipment industry. Taylor-Listug, Inc. generates $264.6M less revenue vs. Gibson.
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Gibson Acquisitions
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Mesa Boogie Ltd.
Jan 2021
Source »undisclosed
MESA/Boogie is a California-based manufacturer and distributor of amplifiers, cabinets and related products for musical instruments.
Cakewalk, Inc.
Sep 2013
Source »undisclosed
Cakewalk develops a music production software for recording and making music in computers and smartphones.
These are all the companies that Gibson has acquired. Gibson has acquired 7 companies and its latest acquisition was Mesa Boogie Ltd. in Jan 2021. MESA/Boogie is a California-based manufacturer and distributor of amplifiers, cabinets and related products for musical instruments.
Gibson Funding History
Since Gibson was founded in 1894, it has participated in 1 round of funding. In total Gibson has raised $5.0M. Gibson's funding round was on Dec 1985 for a total of $5.0M
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Self
Dec 1985
$5M
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Since Gibson was founded in 1894, it has participated in 1 round of funding. In total Gibson has raised $5.0M. Gibson's funding round was on Dec 1985 for a total of $5.0M
Gibson Investments
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Gibson News
August 18, 2021Premier Guitar
Gibson Les Paul Studio Giveaway!
Spice up your studio with this Gibson Les Paul Studio, a set of KRK ROKIT 5 G4 Monitors, & more! Les ... See more »
July 30, 2021Forbes
Gibson Launches New Record Label With Slash As First Featured Artist
Gibson Records will release its first album in early 2022... See more »
July 28, 2021The Business Journals: Nashville
Iconic Nashville brand launches record label
"Launching a record label that is in service to our artists is the natural evolution of our 127 years... See more »
July 28, 2021Premier Guitar
Gibson Releases Collector's Edition 1958 Flying V and Explorer
In 1958, Gibson introduced, and shipped only 19 Explorers and 81 Flying V's. With their space-age, fu... See more »
July 26, 2021Post Online Media
Gibson launches record label, Slash to be first
Gibson announced the launch of Gibson Records, headquartered in Music City, Nashville, TN, alongside ... See more »
Gibson Press Releases
June 15, 2019PR Newswire
Tribute To Rock 'N' Roll Dads
NASHVILLE, Tenn., June 15, 2019 /PRNewswire/ -- Earlier this week, one of the most famous rock 'n' ro... See more »
February 2, 2019PR Newswire
LAUNCHES NEW PRODUCT, SHOWCASES MARQUEE ARTISTS AND NEW TALENT WORLDWIDE AT NAMM 2019
NASHVILLE, Tenn., Feb. 1, 2019 /PRNewswire/ -- Writing a new chapter to the guitar of choice for arti... See more »
January 18, 2019PR NewsWire Sys-Con Media
Reveals Exciting New Product Line-Up And Artist Collaborations Ahead Of Winter NAMM
NASHVILLE, Tenn., Jan. 18, 2019 /PRNewswire/ -- Winter NAMM Room #207 -- As previously announced, in ... See more »
January 15, 2019PR Newswire
Iconic, American-Made Guitar Brand Ushers In New Era
NASHVILLE, Tenn., Jan. 15, 2019 /PRNewswire/ -- Historical accuracy. Contemporary solutions. Limited ... See more »
November 30, 2018PR Newswire
Gibson Names B.B. King A "Gibson Legacy Artist" And Launches New, Alpine White B.B. King Lucille ES
NASHVILLE, Tenn., Nov. 30, 2018 /PRNewswire/ -- Gibson Brands, the world's most iconic guitar brand, ... See more »
October 23, 2018O'Dwyer's PR News
AbMac Plays Gibson's Comeback Tune
Abernathy MacGregor is handling the encore performance of legendary guitar Gibson Brands as it plans ... See more »
October 3, 2018PR Newswire
Gibson Brands Plan of Reorganization Confirmed
NASHVILLE, Tenn., Oct. 2, 2018 /PRNewswire/ -- Gibson Brands, Inc. ("Gibson" or "the Company"), today... See more »
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Gibson Summary
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Gibson is a manufacturer and retailer of acoustic, electronic guitars, DJ mixers and accessories. Gibson was founded in 1894. Gibson's headquarters is located in Nashville, Tennessee, USA 37217. It has raised 5.0M in 1 round. The latest round was in D...CEO
Gibson's President & CEO, James Curleigh, currently has an approval rating of 80%. Gibson's primary competitors are Fender Musical Instruments Corporation, Taylor-Listug, Inc. & Eastman Music.Website
gibson.comFrequently Asked Questions about Gibson
When was Gibson founded?
Gibson was founded in 1894Who is Gibson's CEO?
Gibson's CEO is James CurleighHow much revenue does Gibson generate?
Gibson generates $366.6M in revenueHow much funding does Gibson have?
Gibson has historically raised $5M in funding
Where is Gibson's headquarters?
Gibson's headquarters is in Nashville Tennessee, USAHow many employees does Gibson have?
Gibson has 1,546 employeesWhat sector does Gibson operate in?
Gibson is in Computers, Peripherals, Networking and Electronic EquipmentWho are Gibson's competitors?
Gibson's top competitors are Fender Musical Instruments Corporation, Taylor-Listug, Inc., Eastman Music