New Zealand audio distributor JANDS Ltd has announced that it will continue to support and distribute the HARMAN Professional Solutions brands in the New Zealand territory.

The announcement follows confusion in the region following the decision by Jands Australia to no longer represent HARMAN in the Australian territory.

JANDS New Zealand managing director Bruce Gray commented: “There has always been great synergy with the two companies – indeed, JANDS Ltd New Zealand was created 30 years ago in partnership with Paul Mulholland of Jands (Pty) Ltd Australia, to sell audio products in the New Zealand market.

“However, that partnership was dissolved 28 years ago, whilst the JANDS name was retained.

“There has been some confusion since Jands Australia relinquished HARMAN Professional from its product portfolio and acquired competitive brands that allow them to sell directly into New Zealand. We would like to reassure our customers that JANDS NZ still supports and distributes HARMAN Professional products such as JBL, AKG, BSS, Crown, DBX, Lexicon, Soundcraft and Studer in New Zealand. The brands have and continue to innovate and win accolades in the industry.”