Bose Corporation is a major American audio equipment manufacturer founded in 1964 by Dr. Amar Gopal Bose in Framingham, Massachusetts. Pioneered acoustic research with breakthrough products like the 901 stereo speakers (1968) and became synonymous with premium consumer and professional audio. Known for noise-canceling headphones, home theater systems, automotive audio, and professional sound systems. The majority owner is MIT (per Dr. Bose's 2011 donation), ensuring the company's research focus continues. Led by CEO Lila Snyder since 2020, employs ~6,000 people with $4 billion in 2022 revenues. Supplies audio systems to 15+ automakers and maintains manufacturing in the US, Mexico, China, and Malaysia.

Bose Corporation is a major American audio equipment manufacturer founded in 1964 by Dr. Amar Gopal Bose in Framingham, Massachusetts. Pioneered acoustic research with breakthrough products like the 901 stereo speakers (1968) and became synonymous with premium consumer and professional audio. Known for noise-canceling headphones, home theater systems, automotive audio, and professional sound systems. The majority owner is MIT (per Dr. Bose's 2011 donation), ensuring the company's research focus continues. Led by CEO Lila Snyder since 2020, employs ~6,000 people with $4 billion in 2022 revenues. Supplies audio systems to 15+ automakers and maintains manufacturing in the US, Mexico, China, and Malaysia.