Consumer audio brand Victrola has announced the acquisition of loudspeaker brand KLH Audio.
Established in 1957 by audio pioneers Henry Kloss, Malcolm S. Low, and Josef Anton Hofmann, KLH Audio has a devoted following among audiophiles and industry professionals. Victrola, meanwhile, was founded in 1906 and has evolved from offering classic phonographs to modern turntables and high-fidelity audio systems.
“KLH has maintained a legacy of being one of the most influential names in audio,” says Victrola CEO Scott Hagen. “For nearly 100 years, both KLH and Victrola have repeatedly delivered innovation through beautifully and thoughtfully designed products. Bringing these two brands and teams together merges uncompromising performance with rapid innovation and design, enabling us to deliver the best music playback solutions in the most relevant formats for music lovers today and in the future.”
Victrola will continue to offer its broad range of record players appealing to music enthusiasts, from beginners to audiophiles, while KLH Audio will maintain its focus on providing premium loudspeakers to discerning audiophiles. Each brand will continue serving distinct audiences.
As part of the acquisition, David Kelley, former president of global sales for Klipsch and KLH CEO, has been appointed Brand President of KLH under the Victrola umbrella. With decades of industry expertise, Kelley will lead KLH’s continued evolution, preserving its legacy while driving new growth.
“This acquisition marks a significant milestone for KLH,” adds Kelley. “With the additional resources and support from Victrola, we are poised to elevate our research and development efforts, expand our global market presence, and continue creating groundbreaking audio solutions for our dealers and distributors around the world.”
Victrola products are distributed in Canada by Erikson Consumer.