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Pass Labs

American audio equipment manufacturer

Pass Labs (formally Pass Laboratories, Inc.) is an American manufacturer of high-end audio equipment based in Auburn, California. The company was founded in 1991 by audio designer Nelson Pass and produces solid-state power amplifiers, preamplifiers, headphone amplifiers and related components aimed at the audiophile market.² Wikipedia text CC BY-SA 4.0

Last updated Oct 21, 2026.

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Pass Labs (formally Pass Laboratories, Inc.) is an American manufacturer of high-end audio equipment based in Auburn, California. The company was founded in 1991 by audio designer Nelson Pass and produces solid-state power amplifiers, preamplifiers, headphone amplifiers and related components aimed at the audiophile market.²

The story

Founded by Nelson Pass.¹

Leadership

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FounderNelson Pass¹

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WikipediaPass Labs
WikidataQ7142401

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