Carvin Corporation today announced the formation of Kiesel Guitars, a new and separate company that will take control of guitar and bass manufacturing, as well as instrument sales, starting February 1. Mark Kiesel and Jeff Kiesel formed the company with the intent to focus exclusively on instruments. The instruments will continue to be produced at the current facility.

Carvin will shift its focus exclusively to pro audio and instrument amplifiers under the brands Carvin Audio and Carvin Amplifiers, designing and manufacturing in San Diego under the direction of Carson, Joel, and Kristen Kiesel.