TONE CENTRAL STATION OPENS UP IN NASHVILLE
For Austin and Jackson, the closure of the Sam Ash Nashville store was not the end of a story — it was the beginning of a bold new venture. “We wanted it to be a more-than-wel- coming environment, and we encourage people to come out and experience music with us,” Jackson said. “It’s music on all levels. We want that old school hardware store mentality where people would gather on Saturdays and just talk about how to change and plan for the world to be better. We want that vibe in here, and that’s what we’ve got so far.” To celebrate the grand opening, Austin and Jackson held a ribbon cutting ceremony in November. “Our cup runneth over with the amount of love we’ve received from our commu- nity,” Jackson said. “We want to continue the work that we’ve both done in our long careers in this business, and it’s really just to help guide and facilitate musicians on their journey.” That love is a testament to the duo’s legacy in music retail. Over the years, they’ve not only sold instruments but also guided count- less musicians in their journeys. “Nashville is a very special place for mu- sicians and the hub of a lot of what goes on in the music industry,” Austin said. “We’re very lucky and very blessed to have both had careers in this city where there’s so much going on.” MI — Kimberly Kapela
Tone Central Station owners Jamie Jackson (left) and Todd “Toddzilla” Austin.
O n Nov. 2, 2024, Jamie Jackson and Todd “Toddzilla” Austin celebrated the grand opening of their new store Tone Central Station in Nashville, Tennessee. This new venture brings together decades of experience and a commitment to empowering musicians of all levels. Jackson has more than 20 years of experience in music retail and managed multiple Sam Ash Music locations, while Austin brings over 30 years of experience and a unique charisma to the partnership. As a new member of the Music City scene, Tone Central Station aims to set itself
apart by serving as a community resource. Musicians of every level, from seasoned pros to beginners, are welcomed into an environment designed to foster creativity, exploration and connection. “We want a place that’s a sanctuary for musicians,” Austin said. “Jamie and I have extensive experience in music retail. We have over 50 years worth of experience between us, so we spent a lot of time in music stores, and we wanted to create something that was unique. It’s a different take on your typical music store.” expand our product offerings to a greater share of musicians, engineers and audio aficionados, and these updates are a way for us to showcase our appreciation for its position in the industry,” said Shawn Wells, ACT Entertainment market manager, sound. “Lava Cable has always been an industry leading brand, and we are excited that the packaging further reflects that.” Founded in 2004, Lava Cable’s most well-known solutions are the Tightrope cables and solder-free DC kits. {lavacable.com}
ACT Entertainment’s Lava Cable Gets New Look A CT Entertainment has announced a new look to its Lava Cable brand.
While the products, which are designed to improve tone, functionality and durability, will remain the same, the brand’s logo, packaging and marketing materials have been enhanced to showcase its position as a boutique audio solution. ACT Entertainment, which acquired Lava Cable in 2019 under RHC Holdings, has honored the company’s history with a 21st century look. “Bringing Lava into our roster helped us
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