Brian Bethke

Brian Bethke is a well-established figure in the music industry, best known for co-founding Absara Audio LLC in 2004 with David Koltai to manufacture and distribute Pigtronix guitar pedals.

Having acquired the historic Supro trademark in 2013, Brian led Absara Audio in reviving the Supro legacy from the 1930s, earning a reputation as a top vintage-style tube amplifier brand among professional musicians globally.

With a solid educational background in MBA, International Business from Middlebury Institute of International Studies at Monterey, and a BA in Chinese and Economics from Middlebury College, Brian combines business acumen with a passion for music.

Through various roles like Owner And Chief Executive Officer at Supro, Founder And Chief Executive Officer at Pigtronix Futuristic Analog Technology, and Founder at Bear Maple, Brian has demonstrated expertise in leadership, entrepreneurship, and fostering successful business ventures.

Notable career highlights include the acquisition of Pigtronix and Supro by Dangelico Guitars in 2020, further cementing Brian's legacy in the music industry.