One of the most fundamental steps of this development is the creation, in 1997, of the R&D department which, since its beginnings, has been responsible for the research, design and prototyping of MADE IN ITALY Sound Reinforcement products.
In 1998 they acquired Tamburo, historic brand of drums and percussion, and they created a highly specialized manufacturing unit, characterized, amongst others, by advanced wood processing skills. In 2003 the Proel brand directly took on the challenge of the Lighting & LED sector, resulting in the acquisition of Sagitter, both as a brand and as manufacturing facilities. Another 2003 fundamental step is the entry of private equity investors into Proel's capital with the acquisition of a minority share (30%): an important boost to the group's development which allowed its management to rely on qualified advice with regard to corporate management strategic choices. In 2007 Proel acquired Turbosound Ltd., the English company leader in Sound Reinforcement, whose name is associated to world-famous music groups and top international tours: Pink Floyd, Iron Maiden, Dire Straits, The Shadows, Robbie Williams, Jamiroquai, Nine Inch Nails, Natasha Bedingfield, David Gilmour.
