Gator | Gator is the leading manufacturer of bags, cases, stands, cables, accessories and storage solutions for the studio, stage, and home, serving music, performing arts, pro AV, creative pro, IT, and general utility industries. We have over 2000 different solutions made from vacuum-formed plastics, rotational-molded plastics, wood, sewn, metal and EVA materials. Gator is the parent company of Gator Cases, Gator Frameworks, Gator Cableworks, Gator Rackworks, Levy’s Music, and Slappa. Leveraging our design and manufacturing expertise, Gator has a complete OEM division to engineer and manufacture custom solutions for original equipment manufacturers. Gator takes great pride in the research and development that goes into every product to create the best solution in the market in both quality and utility. Every product must pass rigorous quality checks to ensure all customers will be satisfied with their choice of using a Gator.
Carnival Entertainment
Carnival Entertainment is the wheel house behind the diverse range of entertainment that Carnival Cruise Line provides on over 25 ships every day of the year. We bring together talented people from around the globe to provide inspiring and memorable entertainment experiences in the spirit of endless fun. Carnival Entertainment provides an environment where safety, hospitality, teamwork, and respect for the environment and each other are essential. Unforgettable vacations begin with our extraordinary shipboard team, performance spaces and equipment and vendors.
Audio Engineering Society (AES)
Brands:AES | The Audio Engineering Society (AES) is the only professional society devoted exclusively to audio technology. Founded in the USA in 1948, the AES is now an international organization that unites audio engineers, creative artists, scientists and students by promoting the growth, knowledge, and appreciation of the science and art of audio, connecting people and ideas worldwide. 10,000+ members are affiliated with 90+ AES professional sections and 120+ AES student sections around the world that provide members valuable opportunities for professional networking and skill and career growth. The AES is a 501c3 non-profit corporation, registered in New York City, New York, USA. Interested in Audio? Join us! www.aes.org
AmeNote Inc.
Brands:AmeNote, MK2 Audio, ProtoZOA | AmeNote Inc. is a leader in MIDI 2.0 technology. AmeNote produces the ProtoZOA, the industry standard MIDI 2.0 prototyping tool. ProtoZOA was chosen by and partly funded by the MIDI Association as a key enabler for MIDI 2.0, a tool for hardware and software developers. ProtoZOA integrates directly the MIDI Workbench software tool for testing and verifying MIDI 2.0 functions.AmeNote is currently developing the USB MIDI 2.0 Host Class Driver for Windows and i also providing MIDI 2.0 technology for Analog Devices’ A2B Network.AmeNote was co-founded by Mike Kent, Chairman of the MIDI 2.0 Working Group, and Michael Loh, a long-time industry insider and innovator in MIDI and Audio interface products. | AmeNote introduces *AptiPlay*, a switch-to-MIDI converter that opens new possibilities for custom controller design and inclusive music performance. AptiPlay lets musicians, makers, and educators easily build personalized MIDI controllers, while expanding access to music creation for performers with physical disabilities. It accepts standard switch inputs commonly used in assistive gaming controllers and translates them into expressive, fully customizable MIDI control. AptiPlay supports both MIDI 1.0 and MIDI 2.0 over USB and network connections. — AmeNote Inc. designs advanced MIDI and audio interfaces for USB and networked systems, helping musicians, manufacturers, and professional A/V integrators streamline modern digital music workflows. AmeNote is an industry leader in MIDI 2.0 development, supporting the next generation of expressive, interoperable musical instruments. — At NAMM, AmeNote is also highlighting its collaboration with Azoteq, a global leader in capacitive sensing and human interface technologies. By combining AmeNote’s expertise in expressive MIDI, firmware, and standards development with Azoteq’s high-performance sensor solutions, the partnership enables instrument designers to create more responsive, nuanced, and intuitive control surfaces. Together, AmeNote and Azoteq are driving the future of sensor-driven, highly expressive musical instruments and controllers.