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Bose Corporation was founded in 1964 by Dr. Amar G. Bose, then a professor of electrical engineering at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology. Today, the company is driven by its founding principles, investing in long-term research with one fundamental goal: to develop new technologies with real customer benefits. Bose innovations have spanned decades and industries, creating and transforming categories in audio and beyond. Bose products for the home, in the car, on the go and in public spaces have become iconic, changing the way people listen to music. 832029-0010B

Sennheiser is shaping the Future of Audio - a vision built on a 75-year history of innovation and a continued drive for excellence that is woven into our company’s DNA and culture. Around the world, our employees share this passion in the pursuit of the perfect sound, creating products that exceed expectations and set new benchmarks in audio. Numerous iconic products like the invention of the first open-type headphone, the HD 414 in 1968, the MD 441 microphone in 1971 and the creation of the legendary Orpheus in 1991 bear witness to Sennheiser’s unique innovative drive. Today, Sennheiser is one of the world’s leading producers of headphones, microphones and wireless transmission technology. The family-owned company operates its own plants in Germany, Ireland and the US and is active in more than 50 countries worldwide.

Beats is a leading audio brand founded in 2006 by Dr. Dre and Jimmy Iovine. Through its family of premium consumer headphones, earphones and speakers, Beats has introduced an entirely new generation to the possibilities of premium sound entertainment. The brand's continued success helps bring the energy, emotion and excitement of playback in the recording studio back to the listening experience for music lovers worldwide. Beats was acquired by Apple Inc. in July 2014.