Optogates were developed in 1999 by Ohrwurm Showtechnik, an audio equipment company with 20 years experience. The company originally used the Optogates for their own projects but quickly recognized the wider market potential. The circuitry was refined and the PB-05 was developed for local and export sale.

The PB-06 followed shortly after following useful suggestions from clients. The company is small and prides itself on attentiveness to customer's needs. This is one reason that Optogate sales grow steadily at 30% per year. Another is the product itself, made to German levels of quality and performance.

In June 2004 the PB-07 was released and the wireless unit was under development. Optogate design and production has become a division within the company and thousands of units are in use around the world.

In March 2007 we introduced the wireless version PB-08 and the programmable mic table stand version PB-09. In June 2007 we changed from the pure thd pcb technology to a mixed smd - thd pcb technology. This technology results in better mechanical performance. That´s why we offer a 3 year warranty time for our customers. A new version, the PB-10 is under development...

Optogate users can rely on continuing product development, quality and support in the years to come. We welcome you to join them...