1983
EST.
Sonance is established by founders Scott Struthers and Geoff Spencer
1985
Paving the Way for Audio Design
Sonance releases first construction retrofit speaker bracketing systems
1993
Innovating Bass
First dual-voice coil woofer is introduced
1997
Giving People Control
Patents first amplified volume control for distributed audio systems
1999
James is Founded
James Loudspeaker is founded in Northern CA by a group of passionate engineers and craftsmen, loyal to creating solutions without compromise
2002
ACHIEVEMENT UNLOCKED
Founder, Scott Struthers, receives CEDIA lifetime achievement award for his impact on the industry
2004
IPORT
IPORT is established, introducing iPod music control for the home
2009
TRUFIG
TRUFIG is established for flush installation of technology
2010
SONANCE LANDSCAPE SERIES
Launched SLS, a significant addition to the Sonance outdoor category, offering high-quality outdoor audio solutions
2011
INVISIBLE AUDIO
Invisible Series launches, which included the world's best-sounding invisible speaker, further enhancing the Sonance reputation for innovation in audio technology
2013
DESIGNER SOUNDBARS
Sonance unveils adjustable-width 3-way soundbars, catering to the evolving needs of home theater designs and aesthetics
2014
AUDIO INTO ARCHITECTURE
Sonance Architectural Series Discreet Opening System with Bandpass Subwoofer is introduced, blending technology seamlessly with home interiors
2015
BEST NEW PRODUCT
Sonance wins CEDIA Best New Product award for DSP Amplifiers, impacting the industry with flexible, performance-driven amplification
2020
Virtual Showroom
In response to a global pandemic and a major pivot from in-person sales engagement, Sonance launches Sonance STUDIO360, a virtual showroom
2023
Visual Experience Series
Sonance introduces our most flexible and extensive series of design and performance driven speakers, Sonance Visual Experience and Visual Experience with Quadratech
2024
QUADRATECH TWEETER
James Small Aperture 853 gets the Quadratech Tweeter Makeover