Accuphase Laboratory, Inc. is a premier Japanese high-end audio manufacturer, founded in 1972 in Yokohama with a philosophy to “enrich life through technology”. The brand name is a fusion of “accurate” and “phase,” reflecting its foundational commitment to phase fidelity and technical precision in sound reproduction. Accuphase is widely regarded for producing handcrafted, superior-quality audio components—including amplifiers, preamplifiers, and SACD/CD players—designed for, and sought after by, discerning audiophiles globally.