Anyone catch news about The Fine Sounds Group?

Bifwynne makes good points. I wonder if the new team will shed some brands or maybe trim product lines for each company? From looking at the brands mentioned in the article wouldn't there be overlap or competition between the McIntosh and Audio Research Company?

ARC and MAC do not cater to the same type of customer.

I always have an initial shudder when a small co like ARC is subject to a leveraged buyout as the direction of the company may be changed from above and artisanal work may give way to product that is compromised due to a greater need for profits unattainable under the current business model. The fact that Charlie Randall is involved does give me some comfort although I hope he does not focus capital and attention on his baby to the detriment of one of his former arch rivals.