Has Randall Smith retired from Mesa?

[wintremute]

Because it’s not verified to be factual.

I agree. OP put "allegedly" on their post. Should have been in the title.

 

[40Hz]

No shame in quitting the field and going out at the top of your game. He’s had a long and distinguished career in the guitar world. Whatever the circumstances or situation I wish him the best and many more years to enjoy it.

 

[SkylineFiver]

Thank you Randall, for my first Santana concert in Waterbury, CT where there was no wall of Marshall 100s , but a tiny miked up 12” combo in the middle of the stage that could hold a note for 5 minutes.

 

[Geri O]

I agree. OP put "allegedly" on their post. Should have been in the title.

Or perhaps a question mark at the end of the title?

 

[bottomzone]

Is this true? Being this is a potentially sensitive subject, I'm not if agedhorse will comment either way.

 

[/\/\3phist0]

I googled and am seeing "fired" being slung around like Mr. Smith was a Dominos employee.

My personal experience with very good friends high up in executive positions, and being acquired by a big company is this: When the company is acquired the existing leadership is usually required to stay onboard for a period of time...1 year, 2 years.

In that 1 or 2 years there may be friction. Or there may not be. But the founder/leader may decide to cash out/leave when the option is available in the contract. So based on a twitter post that says "employees don't believe it for a second"...employees are probably not privy to the entire contractual story and in any case, at that level, "fired" is a very naive simplistic reductive term

Most likely, he had friction, contract is up, he's gonna go to Cabo and think about if he wants to build another shop over some beers. Stay tuned for "RSD".

In UK speak “deemed redundant “

 

[Bob_Ross]

That’s the speculator’s problem, not Randall’s.

We don't actually know whether or not that is Randall's problem.
Absent additional verified information, everyone is jumping to conclusions.

 

[SharpCat]

None of the corporations I worked at would EVER allow an employee other than a spokesperson to comment in any way on the separation of someone from said corporation. Just saying.

 

[JimmyM]

I didn't say it was a problem, perhaps you have me confused with someone else?

Read what you wrote again and then read what I said.

 

[JimmyM]

Is this true? Being this is a potentially sensitive subject, I'm not if agedhorse will comment either way.

If he’s smart, he’ll avoid this thread like the plague!

 

[Thumpin6string]

So, would that mean this the beginning of Gibson's destruction of Mesa? Start using lower grade components and send manufacturing to China? I hope not.

 

[Jim C]

It's entirely possible his buyout agreement had him stay X number of months for company transition.
His leaving now could have been part of the buyout deal from day one.
Good luck on your next endeavors Mr. Smith!

 

[Geri O]

So, would that mean this the beginning of Gibson's destruction of Mesa? Start using lower grade components and send manufacturing to China? I hope not.

This kind of speculation is not helpful.

 

[Gizmot]

I bet that Randall agreed to stay for a period of time when he sold the company to Gibson. I also believe that Gibson probably got rid of him simply to save money.

He probably has a non-compete clause that would prevent him from starting another brand. If not, he could launch another company that would probably be instantly successful.

 

[/\/\3phist0]

So, would that mean this the beginning of Gibson's destruction of Mesa? Start using lower grade components and send manufacturing to China? I hope not.

Gibson is not Fender! Lol

Mesa has value just as it is. Diluting the brand name, and moving overseas would lose a lot on many fronts.

Made in America / brand loyalty
Cost and design overhead
Engineering and market savvy that exists here.

Gallien Kruegar moved manufacturing BACK to the US because of QC issues for some products.

 

[daveman50]

@agedhorse comment?

Seriously? Myob.

 

[Mastermold]

If he’s smart, he’ll avoid this thread like the plague!

Exactly. He addresses gear, not employment rumors.

 

[zombywoof5050]

I bought a 100W 12” Boogie combo with wicker grill and hardwood cabinet (Mk II model) back in the 70’s when it was required to get on a waiting list, and I had to wait 9 months for it. Then I later switched over to bass, so I ended up selling the Boogie to a buddy of mine who still has it.

I wish all the best to Mr. Smith.

 

[FugaziBomb]

Seriously? Myob.

Says the guy reading a thread about someone else's business

 

[TBird1958]

Just a note here..........
I have edited the title of this thread to something more appropriate in regards to the individual named, and his employer.