Our History: A remarkable history of passion.
A remarkable history of passion.Sennheiser was founded with the same drive for excellence and discovery that defines us today. Our remarkable journey begins in a farmhouse near Hanover in 1945, where we develop our first microphone. 80 years later, our reliable products are celebrated icons - and still set our industry's technology standards every day.
German engineeredDr. Ing. Fritz Sennheiser founded Laboratorium Wennebostel (Lab W) in 1945, which later becomes Sennheiser electronic. The new company produces measuring instruments and sells them to Siemens. By 1946, we're actually making our first DM 1 microphone for Siemens. One year later, we launch our very own microphone: the DM 2.
Growth and InnovationFilm, television, and radio production boom, and Sennheiser rises to the challenge. In 1956, we launch the MD 82. It's the world's first shotgun microphone. A short time later - beginning of the 1960s - we release a new condenser and wireless microphone. We also introduce the MD 421 dynamic microphone - a remarkable icon that is still reliable as ever.
A record of firstsSennheiser continues to innovate new technologies in rapid succession. We unveil the HD 414 in 1968 - the world's first open-back headphones and the bestselling, full-size headphones of all time. In 1971, we release the MD 441 microphone. It quickly becomes a classic.
Setting new standardsThe classic MD 441 microphone enters the market.
The legacy continuesProf. Dr. Fritz Sennheiser hands over the management of the company to his son, Prof. Dr. Jörg Sennheiser. The legacy of innovation, reliability, and remarkable quality moves foward to the next generation.
Taking it higherSennheiser launches the HD 25 headphones. They prove to be the ideal in-flight sound entertainment on the Concorde. These remarkable, reliable headphones are coveted in DJ booths to this day.
Listening perfectionWe release the limited-edition Orpheus electrostatic headphone. Considered one of the most remarkable headphones in the world for decades, it immerses listeners in transparent, natural, and detailed sound. The legend continues in 2015 with a worthy successor – the HE 1.
Starting a (r)evolutionThe Evolution Microphone Series enters the market, followed by the Evolution Wireless Microphone Series in 1999. Both are runaway successes. To this very day, they can be found on stages across the globe. We mark this achievement with our "20 Years of Evolution" celebration in 2018.
Microphone for the millenniumWe boldly go into the digital age with the MKH 800. It's the first studio condenser mic to capture sound in the emerging digital audio formats. We also boost our growing product portfolio by acquiring the high-end speaker manufacturer Klein + Hummel.
The future of digital soundSennheiser unveils the HD 800, a new high-end reference headphone. The Digital 9000 radio microphone system follows in 2012–the only one of its kind that works without data reduction. We maintain speed that year with our first MOMENTUM headphone series.
Digital 9000 - The Wireless MasterpieceThe Digital 9000 system has been developed for all professional users in broadcast studios, theatres and live performances unwilling to comprise on sound. Its unique uncompressed digital audio transmission offers artefacts free sound with great dynamics.
Next-generation leadershipDaniel and Dr. Andreas Sennheiser take over the company management as co-CEOs. Prof. Dr. Jörg Sennheiser, supervisory board chair since 1996, hands over his role in 2015.
Our next successSennheiser presents the HE 1, the successor to the legendary Orpheus.
Sound in 3DSennheiser launches AMBEO Immersive Audio. Like the historical leap from mono to stereo, AMBEO is game-changing technology. It's a next-generation audio standard that immerses listeners in rich, 360° sound experiences from every angle and distance.
Innovation leadershipIn 2018, Sennheiser introduces TeamConnect Ceiling. It's a ceiling microphone for conference rooms. Using dynamic beamforming technology, it automatically records presentations, lectures, meetings, and conferences. The Digital 6000 wireless microphone series is launched in 2017.
Continental x AMBEOThe speakerless AMBEO audio system for vehicle interiors is being launched in collaboration with Continental.
MobilitySennheiser brings audio magic to the CUPRA Tavascan.
SpecteraSennheiser introduces the world's first wideband, bidirectional wireless ecosystem.
Sennheiser turns 80This year, we are celebrating our 80th anniversary and reflecting on our journey — both the successes and the setbacks. Because it's not about the number of years, but about how much we've learned from the past to shape our future.