What MB Quart Akustik GmbH does

MB Quart Akustik GmbH is a premium vehicle audio equipment manufacturer founded in 1962, operating as a brand under Maxxsonics USA, Inc. The company develops, engineers, and manufactures loudspeaker products — including amplifiers, speakers, subwoofers, source units, and complete vehicle-tuned audio kits — primarily for the car audio market and adjacent demanding-environment verticals such as powersports (UTV/ATV), marine, and recreational vehicles. Core technical differentiation rests on vehicle-specific integration (Smart-Lok mounting that retains OEM ECU mounts, OEM-style plug-and-play harnessing matched to model years such as Wrangler JL 2018-2023 and 2024-current), environmental durability (IPX67 marine/UTV-grade components, UV-resistant ASA+fiberglass composite frames, torture-tested UTV systems), and audio engineering (1-inch titanium dome tweeters, injection-molded polypropylene cones). Products are organized in a tiered "Stage" architecture (Stage 2 through Stage 10) ranging from 400W to 1200W systems, enabling incremental upgrade paths per vehicle.

The company serves four primary customer segments: mobile/automotive aftermarket (Jeep Wrangler/Gladiator, Ford Bronco, Toyota Tacoma, Mercedes-Benz Sprinter, Harley-Davidson), powersports (Polaris RZR/Ranger/General, Can-Am Maverick X3/Defender/Commander, Bobcat), marine (boats and watercraft), and RV (source units and speakers). OEM/whitelabel partnerships with Polaris and Bobcat route exclusive products through authorized manufacturer dealers, while a MOPAR (Stellantis) accessory partnership embeds MB Quart SKUs into Jeep dealer catalogs via MOPAR part numbers.

Revenue is generated almost entirely through hardware sales across three channels: an authorized dealer network of 208+ stores across the United States and Israel, OEM/whitelabel partnerships, and a direct-to-consumer e-commerce storefront at mbquart.com. The catalog spans approximately $20 to $3,680 per item, with complete vehicle-tuned audio kits priced from $200 to $3,680 and stage-level premium kits reaching $3,329.97 (e.g., MBQJT-SGT10-1 Stage 10 Jeep Gladiator). Marketing centers on the e-commerce site, a Vehicle Kit Finder tool, a dealer locator, an email newsletter, and an active trade-show presence at SEMA, Jeep Beach, CMA Expo, Moore Expo, and Davis Distribution.

Name

MB Quart Akustik GmbH

Legal name

MB Quart Akustik GmbH

Website

https://mbquart.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1962

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

MB Quart Akustik GmbH manufactures premium vehicle audio systems — amplifiers, speakers, subwoofers, and vehicle-tuned plug-and-play audio kits — serving automotive, powersports, marine, and RV markets via OEM partnerships with Polaris and Bobcat and a 208+ dealer network.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Vehicle Audio Equipment / Car Audio Manufacturing

NAICS

Audio and Video Equipment Manufacturing (33431)

SIC

Household Audio & Video Equipment (3651)

akta.pro primary industry

Car Audio & In‑Vehicle Entertainment Retail (CRACAEAI)

akta.pro secondary industries

AV Receivers, Amplifiers & Hi‑Fi Components Retail (CRACAEAE), Pro Audio & Recording Equipment Retail (MI-adjacent) (CRALAEAC)

Keywords

• Car audio equipment
• Powersports audio systems
• Marine audio products
• Vehicle-tuned audio kits
• OEM audio integrations

Headquarters

HQ city

Obrigheim

HQ country

Germany

HQ region

Europe

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

Supply Chain, Technology or R&D, Operations, Personnel, Marketing or Sales, Infrastructure

Revenue model

1. Direct Product Sales (B2C & B2B): MB Quart generates revenue through the sale of audio products (amplifiers, speakers, subwoofers, source units) and vehicle-tuned audio kits directly to consumers via its e-commerce storefront and through authorized dealer networks across the US and internationally.
2. OEM / Whitelabel Partnerships: MB Quart partners with Polaris and Bobcat to engineer exclusive audio products integrated into OEM vehicles, available only through authorized Polaris dealers and Polaris.com. This OEM channel drives recurring volume sales through vehicle manufacturer distribution.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion3 records

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels5 records

Core offering

MB Quart Akustik GmbH develops, engineers, and manufactures premium audio hardware including amplifiers, speakers, subwoofers, and source units for the mobile (aftermarket automotive), powersports (UTV/ATV), marine, and RV markets. The company specializes in vehicle-specific 'Tuned Audio Kits' (Stage 1 to Stage 10, 400-1200 watts) designed as exact-fit plug-and-play solutions for Jeep, Ford, Toyota, Polaris, Can-Am, Bobcat, Harley-Davidson, and Mercedes-Benz vehicles, sold through authorized dealers, OEM partnerships, and direct e-commerce.

Product overview

MB Quart is a premium vehicle audio equipment manufacturer offering a comprehensive portfolio of audio products across Mobile, Powersports, Marine, and RV categories, plus OEM partnerships with Polaris and Bobcat. The product lineup centers on complete audio systems (amplifiers, speakers, subwoofers, source units) complemented by a wide range of vehicle-specific Tuned Audio Kits for Jeep (Wrangler JL/JK, Gladiator JT), Ford (Bronco), Toyota (Tacoma, 4Runner), Harley-Davidson, Mercedes-Benz (Sprinter), and Polaris vehicles. Systems are offered in staged configurations ranging from Stage 2 to Stage 10 with power ratings from 400 to 1200 watts. The company also offers Powersports-specific solutions including UTV audio roofs, Can-Am Maverick X3 systems, and Polaris RZR/Ranger audio products. Additional product lines include Marine-grade audio, RV source units and speakers, and RGB LED lighting accessories. MB Quart is owned by Maxxsonics USA, Inc.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• MB Quart Vehicle Builds: Featured partner vehicle build program showcasing unique MB Quart installations
• Polaris RANGER Audio
• Polaris RZR Audio
• Polaris General Audio
• Can-Am Maverick X3 Tuned
• Can-Am Defender Audio

Products and services

• Mobile Audio Products Automotive audio amplifiers, subwoofers, and speakers in affordable to premium options, including mobile vehicle kits for Jeep Wrangler, Jeep Gladiator, Ford Bronco, Toyota Tacoma, Harley-Davidson, and Mercedes-Benz Sprinter. Sold through authorized dealers and direct e-commerce.
• Powersports Audio Products Audio systems engineered for UTVs, ATVs, and other powersports vehicles, including UTV audio roofs, all-in-one systems, amplifiers, source units, speakers, and complete UTV kits. Torture-tested for harsh off-road environments.
• Marine Audio Products Water-resistant audio equipment for boats and marine vessels, including marine amplifiers, source units, speakers, and accessories designed to withstand marine environments.
• RV Audio Products Audio systems designed for recreational vehicles including source units, speakers, and accessories for motorhomes and travel trailers.
• OEM Audio Products Factory-installed audio systems for Polaris off-road vehicles (RZR, RANGER, General) and Bobcat equipment. Exclusively designed for specific machines and sold only through authorized dealers.
• Vehicle Tuned Audio Kits Complete audio system packages designed for specific vehicle models, including Jeep Wrangler (JL/JK), Jeep Gladiator (JT), Ford Bronco, Toyota Tacoma, Harley-Davidson, Mercedes-Benz Sprinter, and Polaris vehicles. Systems range from Stage 2 to Stage 10 with power ratings from 400 to 1200 watts.
• Polaris Off-Road Audio Systems Polaris-branded audio products including audio roofs, amplifiers, source units, speakers, subwoofers, and accessories engineered specifically for Polaris RZR, Ranger, General, and other Polaris machines, exclusively available through Authorized Polaris Dealers and Polaris.com.
• MBQX-POD-1NA Can-Am X3 Tuned Speaker System Waterproof UTV-tuned audio package engineered for Can-Am Maverick X3 (2017 and newer), featuring 6.5-inch 2-way composite coaxial speakers with IPX67 rating, 1-inch titanium dome tweeters, and Smart-Lok Diff Model mounting that retains factory ECU mounts without relocation brackets.
• Jeep Wrangler/Gladiator Tuned Audio Systems Tuned rear soundbar systems, subwoofer accessories, and complete Stage Kits for Jeep Wrangler (JL) and Gladiator (JT) vehicles with coaxial speakers, compression horn speakers, and optional RGB LED lighting. Distributed through MOPAR dealer network.

Quantifiable outcome

• Over 208 authorized dealer stores across the US and Israel

Named customers3 records

Segments5 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature7 records

Partnerships

Four partnerships are on record, tiered core and major.

• PolariscoreOEM/ Whitelabel/ Licensing PartnerPolaris has partnered with MB Quart to engineer exclusive off-road grade audio products that integrate seamlessly into Polaris vehicles including RZR, RANGER, and General models. Products are exclusively available at Authorized Polaris Dealers or Polaris.com. This is a flagship OEM partnership covering speakers, amplifiers, source units, subwoofers, and complete audio roof systems.
• BobcatcoreOEM/ Whitelabel/ Licensing PartnerBobcat has partnered with MB Quart to provide audio systems for Bobcat work vehicles. The products are designed to be loud enough to play on the roughest roads and trails even when wearing helmets and riding gear.
• Can-Am (BRP)coreOEM/ Whitelabel/ Licensing PartnerMB Quart has engineered a select group of UTV-tuned audio systems that are specifically designed for Can-Am vehicles including Maverick X3, Maverick, Maverick Trail, Defender, and Commander. Components are torture-tested to be as reliable as possible in harsh environments and earn an IPX67 waterproof rating.
• MOPAR (FCA)majorOEM/ Whitelabel/ Licensing PartnerMB Quart products are sold as MOPAR accessories for Jeep vehicles, with multiple products carrying MOPAR part numbers (e.g., MOPAR Part #: 68729812AA for Jeep Wrangler audio systems). Products are available through Jeep dealer networks as OEM accessories.

Scale indicators1 record

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• Alpine Electronics: Alpine is a direct competitor in automotive and marine audio head units, amplifiers, and speakers, with a strong dealer network and vehicle-specific solutions targeting trucks, Jeeps, and UTVs — closely aligned with MB Quart's vehicle-tuned kit strategy.
• JL Audio: JL Audio is a direct competitor in premium car, marine, and powersports audio — selling subwoofers, amplifiers, and speakers through similar dealer networks and OEM channels (including marine and powersports OEMs), with overlapping vehicle-specific fitments.
• Polk Audio (car/marine): Polk Audio competes directly in marine, powersports, and car audio, with vehicle-fit solutions and a comparable premium-to-mid pricing architecture, frequently seen on the same dealer shelves as MB Quart.
• Kicker: Kicker is a direct competitor specializing in car audio subwoofers, amplifiers, and speakers, distributed through similar mobile electronics dealers and marine aftermarket channels, with comparable product pricing tiers.
• MTX Audio: MTX Audio is a direct competitor in car, marine, and powersports audio with a focus on subwoofers and amplifiers, sold through similar mobile electronics and powersports dealer channels as MB Quart.
• Wet Sounds: Wet Sounds is a direct competitor specializing in marine, UTV, and powersports audio systems with strong OEM relationships in the marine segment, selling through overlapping dealer networks and competing for the same Polaris/Can-Am/Bobcat vehicle platforms.
• Focal (Automotive): Focal's automotive division is a direct competitor in premium car audio speakers and subwoofers, with vehicle-specific integration kits and overlapping customer base among audio enthusiasts.
• Hifonics: Hifonics is a sibling brand under Maxxsonics USA, Inc. that competes in car and marine audio with similar amplifier and speaker product lines, sharing dealer channels and operational infrastructure with MB Quart.
• Rockford Fosgate: Rockford Fosgate is a direct competitor in car, marine, and powersports audio with strong OEM relationships in powersports (Polaris RZR) and an extensive dealer and D2C footprint — directly contesting MB Quart's core product lines and OEM partnerships.

Broad incumbents

• JBL (Car/Marine): JBL (Harman/Samsung) is a broad incumbent in consumer and automotive audio with growing presence in marine and powersports IP-rated products, leveraging massive scale and brand recognition to compete in MB Quart's segments.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Xx.com/mbquart
• YouTubefacebook.com/MBQuartUSA/events
• Facebookfacebook.com/MBQuartUSA
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/mb-quart

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Investors

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M&A

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