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Arkamys and Beyerdynamic have announced a partnership to develop innovative car audio systems, showcasing their expertise in software and audio engineering respectively.
The collaboration was unveiled with a custom audio system showcased in a Volvo XC90 during the IAA Mobility 2025 in Munich.
The system integrates Arkamys' software capabilities with Beyerdynamic's signature sound, optimizing audio profiles for the vehicle's acoustics.
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