Andy will oversee the creation of products from their initial inception and mechanical conception, through their manufacturing, testing and release.

Andy will also ensure that new products meet marketing requirements and exceed quality standards.

Additionally Andy will work closely with manufacturing to maximize efficiencies and provide technical support to products already in production. Victor Filonovich, director of product management for LP and Toca, comments:

"Andy has proven to be an invaluable asset to the LP and Toca brands. He is a creative thinker and has the skills needed to help LP and Toca continue to produce innovative products for drummers and percussionists."

Andy Krol is a 14-year veteran of LP and has played a key role in the development of many compelling products including the LP Compact Conga and Compact Bongos, the One-Handed Triangle, the Multi-Stem Gajate Bracket and most recently the LP Fusheki.