Who’s making noise? H1 2025 Global audio brand ranking from Futuresource

Futuresource Consulting is pleased to announce the release of its updated Audio Brand Leader Board for H1 2025, a comprehensive market reference designed to provide unparalleled insights into global audio brand performance.

This bi-annual report delivers detailed analysis across headphones, true wireless, hi-fi systems, soundbars, wireless speakers, and A/V receivers, offering shipment volumes and retail value data for 2023, 2024, and the first half of 2025. The latest update expands brand coverage to include 68 headphone   brands and   48 unique brands reflecting the dynamic evolution of the audio market.

Key Highlights of the H1 2025 Update:

• Top Performing Brands: Apple, JBL, Sony, and Xiaomi continue to dominate the global headphone segment, with Apple leading in both volume and value metrics.
• Emerging Players: Brands such as Boult Audio, Noise, Nothing, and Sonos have been added to the leaderboard, signalling strong growth in the mid-tier and premium categories.
• Regional Insights: The report now includes granular data for Americas, APAC, and EMEA, enabling businesses to tailor strategies to regional market dynamics.
• Strategic Value: Designed to complement Futuresource’s quarterly Analyzer cubes, the Leader Board provides a deeper understanding of brand positioning and competitive performance.

“Audio remains one of the most dynamic segments in consumer electronics, and the Leader Board is a vital tool for understanding how brands are performing globally,” said Guy Hammett, Head of Home Audio at Futuresource Consulting. “With new entrants challenging established players and regional trends shaping demand, this update offers actionable insights for anyone looking to navigate the evolving audio landscape.”

Availability:
The H1 2025 Audio Brand Leader Board is available now as an Excel deliverable. The next update, featuring FY 2025 estimates, will be published in March 2026.

To make a report purchase or for more information visit here or contact luke.brodin@futuresource-hq.com.

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Press Contact: Nicola Finn, Marketing Manager, Futuresource Consulting, nicola.finn@futuresource-hq.com