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Article: Celebrating Remo's Fiftieth Anniversary

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November 1, 2007
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Half A Century Of Heads...And More

It would be virtually impossible to be an active drummer today and not know the name of Remo. The brand has dominated the drumhead market since its inception fifty years ago. And the company has also made major inroads into the hand percussion, recreational drumming, and even drumset arenas.

This sort of brand recognition is the result of a singular vision and dedication toward percussion innovation. It pervades the entire Remo operation, but it starts at the top, with the man for whom the company is named: Remo Belli. Remo (the company) is celebrating its fiftieth birthday this year, while Remo (the man) is celebrating his eightieth. Neither shows any ...

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