"[1] The brand is credited with several innovations in musical instruments and associated hardware including the development of the modern hi-hat stand and shell-mounted tom-tom holder.
"[2] Major drum companies that sold Walberg and Auge hardware included Ludwig, Slingerland, Rogers, Gretsch, Leedy, Camco, and Kent.
[3] Established in 1903, Walberg and Auge started as a drum manufacturing company and a musical instrument repair shop in Worcester Massachusetts.
Originally named Taylor & Auge, Bernard Eric "Barney" Walberg bought a half-interest in the company which until then was a sole proprietorship of A.L.
A website and Facebook page have been launched in addition to the compiling of a comprehensive history of Walberg and Auge which will be available as a book.