
Reel Sound Distribution announces exclusive North American distribution of renowned Metaxas & Sins Hi-Fi audio equipment. FORT LAUDERDALE, FL โ May 2023 โ Florida-based Reel Sound Distribution Inc. is now the exclusive distributor of the world-famous line of hi-fi audio products from Metaxas & Sins, following a partnership agreement with designer Kostas Metaxas. The Metaxas…

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