Who We Are
Indy Audio Labs, owner of the Acurus and Aragon brands, designs and manufactures high performance immersive processors, preamplifiers, and power amplifiers for home theaters, media rooms, and 2-channel listening. IAL has also developed a revolutionary acoustical optimization solution called ASPEQT. Using custom parts based on proprietary electronics, mechanical, and software design, the superior engineering and technology solutions are unique, innovative, and boast rock-solid reliability.
Our luxury consumer audio products are characterized by extreme performance, authentic sound, and intuitive operation. Whether the need is power, performance, or durability, our products deliver an outstanding experience. Headquartered in Indianapolis, IN, USA, Indy Audio Labs' electronics deliver amazingly clean, pure audio while taking full advantage of network connectivity to deliver a new level of control and confidence to our customers.
Our History
Meet the Team
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Rick Santiago
Co-founder & CEO
Rick is responsible for the strategic vision, product development, and overall business leadership. Rick has more than 30 years experience both designing and leading the development of both professional and consumer audio electronics products. His technical experience spans from electronics to acoustics, RF, and digital signal processing. Rick is an inventor/co-inventor on four international patents and is an avid hobbyist in audio and music as a live sound engineer and as a semi-professional saxophonist.
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Ted Moore
Co-founder & CTO
Ted is responsible for the product development strategy and execution as well as overall operational management. Ted brings more than 30 years experience in semiconductor manufacturing, consumer, industrial, and audio product development. Ted has advanced degrees in physics and mathematics and has significant consulting experience in product development management and financial modeling. Ted is an inventor/co-inventor on three international patents and is an avid movie watcher.
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Deirdre Moore
Director of Marketing & Communications
Deirdre's background in graphic design and experience in communications leads her to marketing and advertising direction for the company, including overseeing all social media, newsletter production, website management, industry show liaison, media contact, and general company communications. Deirdre brings excitement and resourcefulness to promote growth for both the company and its relationships.
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Jim Sperandio
V.P. of Sales — U.S.
Jim brings a wealth of consumer electronics experience to Indy Audio Labs. He spent five years as a retail salesperson and a buyer for a two-store AV company. He has been a principal in an AV manufacturers rep firm for more than 30 years and spent two years as a sales manager for a video company.
Connect with Jim on LinkedIn.
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Sheldon Combs
V.P. of Sales — International
Sheldon Combs is a business development professional with 30 years of international sales experience. Following a successful 10 year stint at Klipsch developing its business in Latin America and Asia, he started his rep firm, American Tradco. Sheldon soon afterward started working with Indy Audio Labs where he oversees international sales. He is the father of four beautiful daughters and enjoys spending time with his family, movies, music, the outdoors, and gardening.
Connect with Sheldon on LinkedIn.
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Steve Phillips
Production Lead & Technical Support
Steve is mechanically inclined and loves building our gear. He has always been interested in audio and now enjoys his bedroom sound system plus a dedicated home theater. He adores his wonderful wife and their assorted cats. A motorcycle rider since 1970, he now enjoys his Harley Touring bike.