History
Where it all began
The Cab Caddy began years ago as a one-time, personal project - inspired by Christmas door décor, hangers, and wall shelving products.
The Cab Caddy literally evolved from the sparks of grinding steel, in the back of a garage, with just a few tools and a great idea. Its primary aim was to tilt back amps, cabs and combos – and without any heads falling!
Later, the Cab Caddy adopted a more multifunctional approach, utilizing its new multi‑attachment technology to minimize—and even eliminate—most stands entirely.
By attaching their accessories all in one—such as mics, guitars, phone cams and
more—players can toss their stands and carry less, with just one hand and
nothing more!
Since its early days of original steel, the Cab Caddy has gone from one dimensional to multifunctional. Yet even today, players still worry about their amps slipping back, and often buy cheap wall shelving to prevent just that. And while most are haphazard at best, none can hold the weight of an amp/cab much less. So, to keep their gear safe and sound, many just leave ‘em flat on the ground – until now!
Dr. John Licitra
Professor / Counselor / Musician / Innovator
Welcome to the Cab Caddy!
Our target audience.
The Cab Caddy has been featured in several publications, including Upbeat Daily and Music Inc., and the NAMM Expo Show in Anaheim, California - the mega event of the year for the entire music industry.
The Cab Caddy is designed for both professional and non-professional musicians, who might otherwise shy away from tilting back their amp. However, tilting back an amp and cab has never been easier, and can significantly enhance the tone and projection of one’s sound. With the Cab Caddy, players can tap the sweet, natural resonance of separate audio components, well beyond any combo enclosure.
What makes the cab caddy so unique?
EveryThing!
Based on a comprehensive, nationwide patent search and the US Patent Office, the Cab Caddy was found to be “different & distinct" from all others in its class. These findings were also substantiated by a three-year, quasi longitudinal study, ranging from random field study to more purposive data inquiry. Select stores in southern California and even Las Vegas were utilized to monitor retail activity, including inventory, sales and marketing. Findings again support, that the Cab Caddy remains exceptionally unique – with no direct competition yet to beat!
Biography.
John is a mild-mannered professor by day, and an aspiring musician by night. Despite his father’s advice to pursue something else with a “paycheck,” his passion for music kept him playing for years, both professionally and pro-bono.
He has played on several albums, including one by a major pop artist. “Regrettably, I didn’t copyright my music back in the day and was surprised to hear it on the radio—and even at the market! Still looking for closure on that one,” John laughs.
Today, John writes and records his own music. He often jokes that he can’t afford to buy any, so he produces his own.
“No pro audio engineering, fancy EQ, drum loops, or even fruit loops! Just rough tracks for those who like to ride the train!” John adds.
Beyond music, John is deeply committed to education and student success. He is a two-time Teacher of the Year recipient, recognized by the Board of Trustees, the California Department of Education, and former Senator Dianne Feinstein and Congresswoman Loretta Sanchez. He also holds multiple advanced degrees, including two master’s degrees and a doctorate.