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American Plating & Manufacturing: The American Reference for Woodwind and Brass Accessories
Founded in 1902 in Chicago, American Plating and Manufacturing Company (APM) is a third-generation family business specializing in the manufacture of high-quality accessories for wind instruments (woodwinds and brass). For over 120 years, APM has been recognized as one of the largest American manufacturers of parts and accessories for orchestras and marching bands, combining exceptional plating, robustness, and affordable prices.
APM: American Excellence in Wind Instrument Accessories
Founded in 1902 in Chicago, Illinois, American Plating and Manufacturing Company (APM) is much more than a simple accessory manufacturer: it is a century-old institution that has accompanied the evolution of orchestral and band music. For over 120 years, APM has perpetuated a unique artisanal know-how in the manufacturing of accessories for wind instruments (woodwinds and brass), with a recognized specialty in high-quality plating finishes.
Now run by the third generation of the Urban family, APM remains an independent family business that focuses on manufacturing quality, durability, and precision. Each accessory is designed to meet the demands of professional musicians, school orchestras, and university marching bands around the world.
A Complete Range of Accessories for Woodwinds and Brass
The APM catalog covers all the needs of wind instrument musicians. Among the flagship products, you will find:
- Ligatures: For alto, tenor, baritone saxophone, clarinet, and bass clarinet. Available in nickel and other finishes, they offer a perfect hold on the reed for optimal sound.
- Marching Lyres: An essential for marching bands and orchestras. Available for trumpet, saxophone, clarinet, and other instruments, APM lyres are renowned for their robustness and reliable sheet music holding.
- Mouthpieces and Mouthpiece Kits: Quality mouthpieces for soprano, tenor, and baritone saxophone, as well as complete kits including ligature and mouthpiece cap.
- Miscellaneous Accessories: Cleaning rods for flute, slide whistles, metal fifes, and many other essential accessories for the maintenance and playing of wind instruments.
Each APM product is manufactured with meticulous attention to detail, using plating techniques that have made the company famous since its beginnings. Whether you are a professional musician, a teacher, or a student, APM offers reliable and affordable accessories that enhance your playing experience.
A Legacy of Quality and Craftsmanship
What sets APM apart from its competitors is the legacy of quality passed down from generation to generation. The company began as a plating workshop specializing in finishes for the music industry, and quickly expanded its expertise to the manufacturing of complete wind instrument accessories.
APM's reputation is built on several pillars: impeccable plating finishes that stand the test of time, carefully selected materials for their durability, and an unbeatable quality-price ratio that makes it the preferred choice for school orchestras and musicians worldwide.
As one of the largest American manufacturers of parts and accessories for marching band instruments, APM plays a crucial role in the musical ecosystem, providing essential products that allow musicians to focus on what matters most: the music.
APM: The Trusted Partner of Musicians
With over a century of existence, American Plating & Manufacturing Company has managed to endure through the ages without ever compromising its philosophy: offering superior quality accessories, made in the USA, with impeccable customer service. Whether you are equipping an entire school orchestra or simply looking for a replacement ligature for your saxophone, APM is the brand you can count on.
Explore our selection of APM products and discover why generations of musicians trust this American institution for their wind instrument accessories. From a simple marching lyre to a professional ligature, each APM piece embodies the spirit of American manufacturing: robust, reliable, and built to last.
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