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SubPac provides patented tactile audio systems that convert sound into high-fidelity vibrations, transferring low frequencies directly to the user's body. The technology combines tactile transducers, vibrotactile membranes, electronics, and textiles to deliver a physical dimension of sound. Available in wearable and seatback formats, SubPac is used by audio and VR professionals for heightened immersion in music,…

High Tech · Virtual Reality, · Los Angeles, United States · EST 2013

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SubPac provides patented tactile audio systems that convert sound into high-fidelity vibrations, transferring low frequencies directly to the user's body. The technology combines tactile transducers, vibrotactile membranes, electronics, and textiles to deliver a physical dimension of sound. Available in wearable and seatback formats, SubPac is used by audio and VR professionals for heightened immersion in music, gaming, cinema, VR, and automotive applications. Founded in 2013 in Los Angeles, United States, the company has raised $21.0M in Series A funding from investors including Azure Capital Partners, Faurecia, and Playground Global. Provider of audio-responsive wearable haptic devices. It converts sound into high-fidelity vibrations and transfers low frequencies directly to the body of the user.

Business model

Virtual Reality > Interactivity Enablers > Output > Audio,

Haptic Technology > Applications > Consumer Electronics > Audio,

Wearable Technology > Hearables > Seatbacks,

Audio Tech > Innovative Audio Devices > Seatbacks,

Music Tech > Innovative Hardware > Consumer > Therapy Music Devices > Haptics,

Consumer Electronics E-Commerce > Audio and Video Devices > Headphones & Earphones > Internet First Brand > Noise Cancelling

Team background

College Wise > University of Toronto

Institutional investors

Dada LifeAzure Capital PartnersFaureciaAzure CapitalPlayground GlobalUpHonest CapitalPlus Eight Equity PartnersHartmann CapitalTimbaland

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