Meliti Acoustics of Connecticut to Host "Drum Battle" on "ShipRocked 2014" January Cruise

SOUTHBURY, Conn. - Jan. 7, 2014 - PRLog -- Meliti Acoustics, a Southbury, Connecticut-based custom percussion and loudspeaker manufacturer, will host a “Drum Battle” to unveil their new line of drums aboard “ShipRocked 2014”, a cruise that will set sail January 26, 2014 from Miami, Florida. The four-day cruise aboard the beautiful Norwegian Pearl will head to Great Stirrup Cay in The Bahamas and return to Miami January 30. “ShipRocked 2014” will showcase an all-star line-up of the best bands that the rock and metal genres offer today including Five Finger Death Punch, Papa Roach, Three Days Grace, Sevendust, Candlebox, In This Moment, The Halo Method and Living Colour.

“ShipRocked 2014” will feature numerous concerts performed throughout each day. In between concerts, passengers will have the chance to demonstrate their own percussion prowess on Meliti Acoustics’ own five-piece handmade drum set. The talented winner of the “Drum Battle” will take home a custom Meliti Acoustics snare drum.

Michael Meliti, owner of Meliti Acoustics, a professionally-trained audio engineer, wood craftsman and drummer, has melded his talents and passions to create loudspeakers and drums that are sonically superior and visually stunning. He has devoted much research and time into creation of each and every pair of speakers and set of drums. Meliti prides himself on “pushing the envelope” with regard to some designs, such as that of Aria, a three-way omni-directional/bi-directional loudspeaker that stands just under six feet. With Aria, Meliti committed himself to remaining loyal to tradition by offering clients the comforting and familiar bookshelf and floor-standing models but he added his own twist—the finest domestic and exotic wood veneers, intricate inlays, and even such precious metals as bronze. The same design holds true for Meliti’s percussion line, which, with much anticipation and excitement, will be unveiled aboard “ShipRocked 2014”.

“Nothing we make is mass-produced,” stated Meliti. “Every product we create is made by us, by hand, in our shop in Connecticut.  We believe that we exceed our clients’ expectations with our quality craftsmanship and sound expertise.” Meliti Acoustics  works closely with clients to meet their individual sense of style and budgetary needs.

“Our loudspeaker and drum lines are available at different price points that will satisfy the requirements of both individual musicians and music lovers. At Meliti Acoustics, it is understood that music sets the backdrop to life. Music speaks to us on an emotional and spiritual level, a level so deep and basic that it is hard to find the deserving words for these feelings,” stated Meliti. “If I can be the one to enhance these feelings in others, then my job is done.”

The January 26 to 29, 2014 “Drum Battle” aboard the Norwegian Pearl will be Meliti Acoustics’ first sponsored event. Passengers will be able to show off their skills and “test drive” for themselves our painstakingly flawless drums before live audiences. We are very excited to also unveil our line of drums during ShipRocked 2014,” added Meliti. “I hope we pique the interests of musicians and music lovers alike, and build broader awareness of our distinctive offerings. It’s going to be a great time, with great people. Personally, I am also looking forward to seeing and hearing my favorite bands for four full days!”

For more information about Meliti Acoustics visit www.melitiacoustics.com and Facebook.  For “ShipRocked 2014” information, visit www.shiprocked.com.