Audio-Technica was established in 1962 with our founder, Hideo Matsushita's vison to deliver high-quality audio products at an affordable price so that many people could simply enjoy good sound. As a transducer designer, manufacturer and innovator, Audio-Technica followed the natural path and expanded into developing headphones and microphones for both consumer and professional users. We grew from a humble small beginning in Shinjuku, Japan to the U.S.A. and finally reaching out to Europe and Asia, to become a truly international corporation. Our hard work and dedication to sound have resulted in Audio-Technica products supporting music and sporting events across the globe, being loved by audio engineers and artists for our dedication to quality, and providing hours of enjoyment to people listening at both home and on-the-move.