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Originally Posted by metaphacts
... This move allows both the Mac Group and ARC to focus on their own strengths and paths. IMO, both companies and our industry are better off for the change ...
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I'm inclined to very much agree. I'm optimistic about ARC's future, provided its business plan - which would include any debt incurred as part of the acquisition - is realistic and sustainable. We've all seen examples of LBOs where that hasn't been the case, but there's no reason to suspect that has happened here. I don't have access to any inside information about the ARC sale, but base that opinion on the history of the principals involved.
ARC enjoys a unique position in the audio market. Yes, it's a niche market, but if ARC can preserve its DNA in future products, I think it has plenty of room for growth.