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ABOUT US

ABOUT US

WHY WE EXIST

Elite Core was born with a passion for excellence and a desire to
serve our clients with uncompromised determination.

From our websites to our manufacturing, and on to our order
fulfillment and shipping departments, every member of our team
strives to exceed our customers’ expectations.

We love what we do and we’re grateful to serve.

-Chris Ward, CEO

            WHY WE EXIST

                              We created Elite Core with a passion for excellence and a desire to
                                        serve our clients with uncompromised determination.

                            From our websites, to our manufacturing, and through to our order
                              fulfillment and shipping departments, every member of our team
                                                  strives to exceed our customers’ expectations.

                                                We love what we do and we’re grateful to serve.

                                                -Chris Ward, CEO

THE ELITE CORE DIFFERENCE

From our expert sales reps, top-tier technicians, and exceptional customer service, to our hand-built in the USA production gear, we strive to set ourselves apart from other manufacturers and distributors in the industry by creating more than just solid gear. Our clients are why we do what we do, and we will continue to strive to create an exceptional experience from customer contact, to product use for all of our customers.

THE ELITE CORE DIFFERENCE

 

Our attention to detail sets us apart.  From how we solder to how we pack a box for shipment, we are obsessed with perfection. If it's not perfect, it's not good enough to ship.

Our relationships set us apart. We strive to know each of our customers and serve them as we would want to be served. We work hard to remember the smallest of details, preferences, and requests from each of our clients.

Our speed sets us apart. We work fast. We ship fast. Custom built and color engraved items ship faster than anyone in our industry. Custom stenciled cases and racks fly out of our warehouse with amazing speed.  

 


OUR FOUNDERS

OUR FOUNDERS


Chris Ward

President 


Chris has been an active member of the AVL industry for over 25 years, initially managing Sigler Music, an Arkansas-based chain of music stores and one of the nation’s largest online music equipment retailers. During his time with Sigler, Chris oversaw the creation of many national brands, including OSP Cases, SuperFlex Gold, VRL Cables, and Elite Core Audio.

After becoming the co-owner of Elite Core in 2014, Chris has overseen the implementation and development of many new company initiatives, including the transition to the manufacturing of high-end power and cabling products in the USA.

If you can’t get ahold of him at the office, he’s probably hosting a taco night at his house or re-mulching his flower beds. At his happiest, you’ll find him sitting on a Hawaiian beach with his wife or watching his grandkids fight over who gets to use the blue noodle in the pool.

Trey McClurkin

Vice-President 


Trey has been co-owner of Elite Core since its inception in 2014. An entrepreneur at heart, through the years he has owned a sound production company, a DJ business, a video and photography production company, and an online music equipment retail store.

Prior to joining Elite Core, Trey was the owner and operator of one of the most successful Elite Core wholesale dealers to date. He also was the founding drummer in the rock band Skillet, for those of you who are curious if Saturn actually does have a ring around it.

When he’s not at the office, you’re likely to find Trey doing…well, just about anything. If he’s not riding his road bike or setting up AVL for a local conference, he’s serving in the kid’s ministry of his church or cheering on his children with his wife at an [insert any extra-curricular] event.


OUR HISTORY

Elite Core has been providing the production industry with top-tier gear since [YEAR].
Over the years we have continued to seek out the best ways to accommodate and support the growing industry with cutting edge product design and technology.
In 2014, we took on new ownership and began to aggressively pursue new and innovative ways to give the industry products that were more than just "industry standard".
We have made our home in Conway, Arkansas, where you can find our growing team doing what they do best day in and day out - pushing to be better, smarter, and more efficient in our growing industry.

OUR HISTORY

Elite Core has provided the production and AVL industry with top-tier gear and exceptional service since 2005.

Late in 2021, we moved into our forever-home. Our headquarters sits just north of Little Rock, Arkansas, in a town called Greenbrier. Serving as the largest private employer in the area, our office space, manufacturing facility, and warehouse were built with one goal in mind - to provide the space, tools, and access needed to provide our clients with the best gear on the market. From hand-built in the USA cables, PERSEUS Snakes, OSP Cases, and pre-built cables, to custom designed metalwork, we're proud to offer everything needed to make your job easier and your productions flawless.

Central Arkansas is definitely our permanent home. Here you can find our growing team doing what we do best day in and day out - pushing to be better, smarter, more kind and more efficient in our ever-growing and changing industry.

We welcome your visit.

OUR BUSINESS

ELITE CORE AUDIO EXISTS TO PROVIDE CUTTING EDGE GEAR IN THE PRODUCTION INDUSTRY DIRECT TO PRODUCTION COMPANIES, RETAILERS, E-COMMERCE, INSTALLERS, CHURCHES, AND THE LIKE.


DEDICATED TO CREATING QUALITY PRODUCTS

We understand that it takes a lot to make the show happen. Sometimes products that are an "industry standard" just don't cut it. That's why we are dedicated to designing and manufacturing top-of-the-line products that set you apart in your industry. From hand-built in the USA cables, to the most versatile and indestructible audio snakes on the market, we make gear you can count on.

DEDICATED TO CREATING QUALITY PRODUCTS

We understand that it takes a lot to make the show happen. Sometimes products that are known as "industry standard" just don't cut it. The technology from the 1970's just won't do any more. That's why we are dedicated to design and manufacture top-of-the-line products that set us (and you) apart in this industry. From our USA built cables, to the most versatile and rugged audio snakes on the market, we make gear you can count on.



WHO WE ARE

We exist to provide the best gear in the industry so that you can be the best in yours.
From exceptional customer service, to fast shipping times, our killer team is dedicated to making sure you get the product you need, when you need it.
Want to know more about the rad people who make the magic happen? Meet Our Team.

WHO WE ARE

Our most valuable asset is not our product line. It's our people.

From product design, to marketing, manufacturing and shipping, we have a group of dedicated, passionate employees who love what they do. Excellence permeates every department, and it shows in our products and service.


Want to know more about the rad people who make the magic happen? Meet Our Team.