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Meanwhile, Dr. Michael Sanuchi from the hearing health sector founded Sensophonics in 1985, focusing on hearing conservation and later designing professional IEMs. The most notable breakthrough came from Jerry Harvey, the monitor engineer for Van Halen, who in 1995 crafted a custom in-ear solution from various components including a pacemaker. His design addressed the persistent problem of high stage volume and hearing safety, leading him to establish Ultimate Ears, which became a household name among top-tier performers like the Rolling Stones, Red Hot Chili Peppers, and Faith Hill.