Rotel just announced announced a significant strategic shift in its U.S. market operations. Effective March 1, 2025, Rotel will directly distribute its renowned Rotel and Michi products to dealers across the United States through its newly established entity, Clear Wave Ventures, LLC. This move underscores Rotel’s commitment to strengthening relationships with its dealer network, ensuring efficient operations, and directly delivering responsive and high quality service and support.
Clear Wave Ventures, LLC, headquartered in Houston, Texas, will warehouse and distribute for directly from their own warehouse ensuring timely and reliable deliveries. The state-of-the-art facility will also serve as a hub for Rotel and Michi inventory and sales, technical support and service, and spare partsholdings. Dealers can expect robust stock levels with centralized U.S distribution.
“This new business model allows us to foster closer collaboration with our network of premium dealers. The central Houston operations hub will further streamline operations as we continue elevating the Rotel and Michi brands in the U.S. market,” said Peter Kao, Managing Director of Rotel. “We’re excited about the opportunities this change brings and are fully committed to the success of our valued partners.”
James Krodel will lead U.S. sales operations, supported by a dedicated team of professionals and Rotel’s global headquarters. Dealers can rely on personalized assistance, comprehensive support, and enhanced resources. For inquiries on becoming a Rotel and Michi dealer, James Krodel can bereached at james@rotel.com or (201) 970-5778 [cell]
Rotel’s direct distribution model includes managing all service, repairs, spare parts, and warranty claims within the United States, beginning March 1, 2025. This ensures a higher level of responsiveness and customer care.
Rotel extends its gratitude to Fine Sounds Americas of the McIntosh Group (now Bose) for their years of partnership and support. The transition represents a new chapter, driven by Rotel’s vision for growth and innovation.
Clear Wave Ventures, LLC Contact Information
Address: 9719 FM 2920, Tomball, TX 77375
Phone: (346) 396-3743 [office]
Service/Spare Parts: service@rotel.com
Orders: purchase@rotel.com
Dealer Applications: dealer.rotel.com
