Founded in 1949 in Binghamton, New York, McIntosh Laboratory is a high-end audio equipment manufacturer known for its signature black glass panels and iconic 'McIntosh Blue' meters. The company handcrafts amplifiers, preamplifiers, speakers, and turntables at its Binghamton factory with over 150 employees. In November 2024, Bose Corporation acquired McIntosh Group, though the brand continues operations from its longtime New York headquarters.