TEMPE, Ariz., Jan. 1, 2025 — Rockford Fosgate, a global leader in high-performance audio systems, is celebrating its 45th anniversary—nearly five decades of innovation, customer commitment, and industry leadership. Since its 1980 founding, the company has been at the forefront of audio technology for mobile, marine, motorcycle, and motorsports applications.
“We’re thrilled to mark 45 years of serving customers and shaping the audio industry,” said Zach Luke, President. “This achievement reflects the dedication of our employees, the loyalty of our customers, and the strong partnerships we’ve cultivated. We look forward to the future.”
Jim Fosgate, the visionary behind Rockford Fosgate, is renowned as a pioneer of the car audio amplifier. In the early 1970s, he and fellow audio enthusiasts experimented with sound reproduction and automotive acoustics, culminating in the first Fosgate Electronics® product at the 1973 Consumer Electronics Show in Chicago. He later developed the Punch Equalization circuit and launched the first car stereo systems. In 1980, with investor support, Rockford Fosgate officially launched, revolutionizing in-car audio.
Rockford Fosgate will unveil special collaborations throughout the year to commemorate this milestone. “This anniversary is about celebrating those who’ve been part of our journey,” said Tammy Lowe, Director of Marketing. “We’re excited about the future.”
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About Rockford Fosgate
Rockford Corporation, under the Rockford Fosgate® brand, sets the standard for audio excellence, offering high-performance audio systems for the mobile, marine, motorsport, and motorcycle aftermarket and OEM markets. Headquartered in Tempe, Ariz., Rockford Corporation is a wholly owned subsidiary of Patrick Industries, Inc. (NASDAQ: PATK).
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