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The Audio Startup That Turned the Volume All the Way Up

by Mattias Scheek

Publisher
SXSW Books
Publication
Oct 27, 2026
Format
Hardback
Illustrated
No
Price
29.99
Dimensions
6 x 9 in
ISBN
9798902990055
Pages
176
Age
Adult 18+
Category
Business & EconomicsBiographies & MemoirsCareer

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Description

Mattias Scheek and his brother grew up building speakers out of secondhand parts in their parents’ home in Amsterdam. With no money, no connections, and no safety net, they made a technological breakthrough that caught the attention of the global audio industry. Six years later, Sonos acquired their company, Mayht, for $100 million. 100: The Audio Startup That Turned the Volume All the Way Up is Scheek’s firsthand account of what it really takes to bring an idea from concept to acquisition. From prototyping through the night to navigating investor politics and pandemic shutdowns, this book captures the raw, unfiltered reality of startup life. Readers will learn how to: Turn resource constraints into competitive advantages Negotiate with investors, partners, and acquirers at every stage Protect intellectual property while building trust with industry leaders Build momentum that turns interest into action Know when to hold firm and when to walk away Whether you are launching your first venture or scaling toward a major milestone, 100 offers practical wisdom and real inspiration for anyone who believes their idea is worth fighting for.

Author(s)

Mattias Scheek

Mattias Scheek

MATTIAS SCHEEK is an entrepreneur, industrial designer, and audio technology innovator. As cofounder and CEO of Mayht, he led the company that developed Heartmotion, a breakthrough speaker technology that reinvented how speakers produce sound. In 2022, Sonos acquired Mayht for $100 million in an all-cash deal. Scheek served as Director of Hardware Development Engineering at Sonos until 2026, and now supports several startups and scaleups in board and operational roles. He holds a BSc in Industrial Design Engineering from Delft University of Technology. A first-generation entrepreneur raised in Amsterdam by parents of Surinamese descent, he is passionate about helping aspiring founders turn unconventional backgrounds into lasting advantages.

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