Today, Heritage continues to build its exceptional electric guitars at the famous 225 Parsons Street factory in Kalamazoo, Michigan — where it all started and where, indeed, some of the worlds most coveted vintage instruments were made.

Why did Gibson Sue Dean?

In June, this year, Gibson filed a lawsuit against Armadillo Enterprises, parent company of Dean Guitars and Luna Guitars, citing trademark infringement, trademark counterfeiting, unfair competition and trademark dilution.

Does Gibson own Dean?

Gibson Brands and Armadillo Distribution Enterprises, Deans parent company, are set to head to court this April in order to resolve a trademark dispute stemming from June 2019.