Leak, H J, & Co Ltd
Other Business Names:
- Leak, Harold J
- Rank Organisation Ltd
Locations city-town / local authority / county1974 / region-state / country:
- Acton, Greater London, Greater London, Greater London, England
Sectors:
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Electrical & electronic engineering
Sound & video recording & reproduction equipment production
Notes:
Traced origins to 1934 when established by Harold J Leak. Initially made public address systems including systems for theatres. After 1945 emerged as leading manufacturers of audio equipment, especially tuners and amplifiers. 1969 acquired by Rank Organisation Ltd which already owned Wharfedale Ltd. In 1970s in decline in face of overseas competition and subsequently closed
Publications:
- Beginnings of Hi Fi. A history of H J Leak & Co by Unknown
- Firsts in High Fidelity. The products and history of H J Leak & Co Ltd by Spicer, Stephen
Groups:
Other Business Names:
- Leak, Harold J
- Rank Organisation Ltd
Locations city-town / local authority / county1974 / region-state / country:
- Acton, Greater London, Greater London, Greater London, England
Sectors:
- Electrical & electronic engineering Sound & video recording & reproduction equipment production
Notes:
Traced origins to 1934 when established by Harold J Leak. Initially made public address systems including systems for theatres. After 1945 emerged as leading manufacturers of audio equipment, especially tuners and amplifiers. 1969 acquired by Rank Organisation Ltd which already owned Wharfedale Ltd. In 1970s in decline in face of overseas competition and subsequently closedPublications:
- Beginnings of Hi Fi. A history of H J Leak & Co by Unknown
- Firsts in High Fidelity. The products and history of H J Leak & Co Ltd by Spicer, Stephen