1998: The Text-Only Launch
Wave Distribution, established in 1996 by Gil Griffith, began sales with five initial product lines.
1999: Empirical Labs Distressor Arrives
The first prominent on-site product ad highlights the successful Empirical Labs Distressor compressor.
2000: AES & NAMM Membership
Introducing our first dedicated hardware line: pre-configured PC workstations optimized for music production.
2000: Wave Digital Systems
2000: Purple Audio Featured
Showcasing high-end gear from our expanding roster, including the Purple Audio MC 76 compressor.
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2001: The Original Product Grid
A snapshot of the early roster: Chandler Limited, CLM Dynamics, Empirical Labs, and REEL DRUMS.
2001: Supporting AES Munich
We affirm our commitment to the industry as members of the Audio Engineering Society and NAMM.
2002: The Eventide "Gang-of-Four"
Reuniting the original Eventide team, including Gil Griffith and Dave Derr, with friends and family.
2002: Gil and Industry Friends
Behind-the-scenes with long-time early-adopters and PR consultants at a trade show.
2002: The Animated Flash Entrance
A dynamic web design celebrating Gil Griffith’s two decades of industry experience.
2005: NAMM Show Highlights
Promoting our booth at the 2005 NAMM Show and introducing new brands like Carillon and Tonelux.
2005: FATSO and the Rack O' Distressors
Finalizing the booth, featuring the FATSO unit and "mod'd Distressors" in a rack.
2005: Product Spotlight: Lil Freq
Dedicated feature page for the FATSO Jr., Distressor, and the NEW! The Lil FrEQ.
2006: Focal Studio Monitors Debut
New brand Focal. Also features music recommendations for Zappa/Satriani and AES Paris promotion.
2008: Updated Brand Roster
A clean, featured layout of core high-end hardware.
2009 NAMM Show Promotion
Featuring elysia and encouraging industry members to visit our booth in Anaheim for the new year.
2011: Ku Sh Audio & Mike-E
Introducing the Mike-E preamp/compressor and promoting the upcoming MusikMesse trade show.
2011: The Gain Train Ships
Highlighting the shipping of the Ku Sh Audio "Gain Train" and links to new product demos.
2013: Exclusive Distribution Deals
Announcing exclusive North American and European distribution rights for new brands, alongside the ubk Fatso.
2013: Global Distribution & Quagliardi Signature
Highlighted partnerships: Exclusive North American distribution for Unity Audio and Exclusive European Distribution for Quagliardi Signature Series.
2014: Mike-E EL9 Focus
The full-page banner promoting the Mike-E as "The ultimate solution for getting a clean and strong... signal."
2019: Serpent SPLICE
The modern homepage featuring the Serpent SPLICE Dual Mode FET Compressor and links to featured product videos.
2021: Silver Anniversary & New Flagship Brands
Celebrating 25 years in the mix, the roster highlights high-end gear like Useful Arts, Strauss Elektroakustik monitors, and the Retro Instruments 176 limiter.
Iconic NAMM Show Location
The Anaheim Convention Center, the central venue for many of the trade shows featured in our history.
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