Our Story

Established in Denmark in 1968, Jamo is the brainchild of Preben Jacobsen, a skilled cabinet maker, and Julius Mortensen, an accomplished salesman and brother-in-law to Preben.

Drawing inspiration from the first two letters of their surnames, the renowned Danish audio brand Jamo came into existence, known for its commitment to delivering unparalleled high-quality audio products.

1968

Jamo is founded by Preben Jacobsen and Julius Mortensen.

1978

Loudspeaker No. 1 million rolls off the production line, just 10 years after Jamo’s founding.

1991

Jamo becomes the first audio manufacturer to receive the ISO 9001 Certification.

1994

Jamo becomes the first EMEA company to produce a THX certified speaker.

1994

Jamo becomes Europe’s No. 1 manufacturer of loudspeakers, with the largest speaker factory boasting 28000m².

1996

Jamo is listed in the Copenhagen Stock Exchange.

2005

Klipsch Group Inc. acquires Jamo as part of its global growth strategy.

2008

Jamo R909, the brand’s flagship floorstanding speaker, is named the best high-end speaker of the year in Europe.

2018

Jamo celebrates 50 years of advanced acoustic design.

2024

Rayleigh Labs & Cinemaster acquires Jamo to restore the brand to its peak of glory.

Our Danish heritage is at the heart of our beliefs, forming the foundation of Jamo’s values.

Elevate the everyday

We believe great sound and great design should be accessible, enriching every moment of your daily life.

Life through music

Our objective is to create iconic products that embody the Nordic sensation of warmth, purity, and effortless sophistication.