History

1973

 

FOUNDATION OF AEB INDUSTRIALE

AEB Industriale is founded in Bologna by Arturo Vicari. The company starts its business in the Electronics and Audio industry, producing electronic components, radio microphones, and speakers.

1990

 

BIRTH OF DBTECHNOLOGIES

Due to market growth, AEB Industriale launches a new brand, dBTechnologies, focusing on the production and design of speakers and amplifiers with a strong emphasis on technological innovation.

2000

 

DBTECHNOLOGIES DEUTSCHLAND GMBH

dBTechnologies Deutschland GmbH is founded in Cologne, Germany, strengthening the brand’s international expansion and establishing offices dedicated to the Central European market.

2002

 

OPERA – THE FIRST OF THE SERIES

dBTechnologies launches Opera, its first complete series of polypropylene 2-way speakers—a milestone in the market. From this point forward, dBTechnologies. focuses on designing powered systems, building strong expertise, and establishing itself as a top player in this emerging market segment.

2004

 

DVA SERIES

The launch of the DVA Series (Digital Vertical Array) marks a breakthrough in the sound reinforcement industry, setting new standards by bringing line array technology to a much wider base of users.

2008

 

DIGIPRO® AMPLIFIERS

The development process of the proprietary amplifying technology, DIGIPRO®, begins.

2016

 

VIO SERIES - THE BEGINNING OF A NEW ERA

VIO Series is launched on the market, marking a defining moment in dBTechnologies' history. As a flagship series, VIO represents the pinnacle of dBTechnologies engineering expertise, combining cutting-edge technology with unparalleled sound performance. Its introduction signified the beginning of a new era, pushing the boundaries of touring and installation systems.

2019

 

ACQUISITION OF MONTARBO

At the end of 2019, AEB Industriale acquires Montarbo, bringing its management and governance under AEB Industriale's control.

2022

 

DBTECH USA

dBTechnologies expands its global presence with the opening of a Miami branch, dedicated to serving the growing US market.