Amadeus has expanded its staff of engineers and researchers with Adrien De Giovanni, Ph.D as new Head of R&D, alongside Electroacoustic Engineer Numa Galipot, Hector Teyssier and Axel Jougleux, as well as International Sales Director Yassine Zaim and Brand Content Creator Helen Karam.
De Giovanni’s academic journey began at the PTSI preparatory school in Versailles and led to an engineering degree from the École Nationale Supérieure d’Arts et Métiers, followed by a Master’s degree in Acoustical Engineering at ENSTA (Institut Polytechnique de Paris). At Amadeus, he will oversee the development of advanced loudspeaker systems, and next-gen acoustic solutions driven by a belief that physics should serve real-world sound experiences.
His focus extends from optimising loudspeaker directivity and actively managing room acoustics, to reducing noise pollution through innovative technologies with the goal of creating harmonious relationships between sound systems and their acoustic environments. De Giovanni will also lead deep tech innovation programs at Amadeus – most being confidential – including parametric design methods for MHF waveguides.
‘We are actively developing FEM-driven tools for the parametric design of mid–high frequency waveguides, leveraging coverage and impulse response simulations to automatically generate optimised waveguide geometries for loudspeakers in fixed-installation contexts,’ he says. ‘The ability to algorithmically tailor the directivity of a system based on simulated or in-situ acoustic responses represents the ultimate extension of our Haute Couture heritage, where each waveguide can be engineered as a truly bespoke response to architectural and acoustic constraints.’
Also contributing to the company’s new momentum, Galipot is an Electroacoustic Engineer with a Master’s degree in Acoustics and Vibrations from the École Nationale d’Ingénieur du Mans. For the past three years, he has played a key role in developing Amadeus loudspeakers, working across the full product lifecycle from R&D to manufacturing.
The career of Hector Teyssier Ph.D has spanned McGill University, Audiokinetic and Queen Mary University of London and, in January 2025, added a CIFRE doctoral program co-supervised by IRCAM, the Amadeus R&D team, and Holophonix. His research focuses on predicting the performance of spatial sound systems and optimizing them according to the reproduction context — combining room acoustics simulation, perceptual modelling, and advanced optimisation strategies to support next-generation immersive audio design.
Axel Jougleux recently completed an international Master’s degree in Electroacoustics at Le Mans Université, and brings a multidisciplinary background in engineering, signal processing and acoustics (IMDEA) to Amadeus. With degrees from the Université de Technologie de Compiègne and Chalmers University in Sweden, his research now focuses on active acoustic absorption, loudspeaker control, and real-time DSP implementation.
‘I’ve always been curious about how things work, especially in science, acoustics and audio,’ he says. ‘What drives me is understanding the theory, knowing where equations and phenomena come from. But just as important is connecting that theory to the real world – how ideas explain what we observe and help us improve systems. At Amadeus, I have the chance to put that mindset into practice: transforming abstract principles into tangible, high-performance acoustic tools.’
Driving Amadeus’s international growth as International Sales Director, Yassine Zaim counts more than a decade at the intersection of music, technology and business development. A multi-instrumentalist and graduate of top institutions in France, the US and Brazil, he previously held roles at Roon Labs and Devialet, where he led projects across diverse international landscapes. At Amadeus, he is focused on building strong partnerships and promoting the company’s innovative audio solutions worldwide.
With a Master’s degree in Photography and Contemporary Art from Paris 8 University, Brand Content Creator Helen Karam. has a multidisciplinary approach to visual storytelling through her work in the luxury, lifestyle and hospitality sectors. At Amadeus, she leads content strategy and production, managing photography, video, social media, and press communication. Her goal is to craft narratives that translate complex sound systems and technologies into accessible and emotionally resonant stories.
‘Building a team capable of honouring the legacy shaped by Michel Deluc was no easy task,’ says Gaetan Byk, owner and CEO of Amadeus. ‘Michel was a singular figure, blending deep expertise in electronics, acoustics and electroacoustics with a profound musical sensibility, an exceptional ear, and the soul of a jazz bassist. It took me nearly two years to find individuals who shared that same passion, that same fascination for the intersection of art and technology, and the same desire to create tools that serve artistic expression.
‘With such talents, I have no doubt that Amadeus is entering a bold new chapter, one that is more avant-garde and disruptive than ever, while staying true to the DNA instilled by those who came before us.’