During the 60s and 70s Jack Messer was a very important figure in the development of the local audio scene, designing and constructing innovative amplifiers and speakers and staging Adelaide's first public stereo sound demonstration.
This passion for music spread to sons John and Peter and was the impetus for the family opening Blackwood Sound Centre and over time it has become one of the most reputable Hi-Fi stores in Adelaide and Australia.
Great Home Entertainment for 55 Years: The Blackwood Sound Story
For more than five decades, Blackwood Sound has been helping South Australians get more enjoyment from their music, movies and home entertainment.
Established in 1971 in Blackwood, South Australia, Blackwood Sound is a proudly South Australian owned and operated business. Over the past 55 years, we have built our reputation on two things that matter most: quality products and excellent service.
Today, Blackwood Sound is proudly located on Marion Road at Marion, continuing the tradition that began in Blackwood all those years ago.
Quality Sound. Expert Advice. Personal Service.
Choosing the right audio visual equipment can be overwhelming. With so many products, brands and technologies available, it can be difficult to know what will genuinely make a difference to your listening or viewing experience.
That is where our experience makes all the difference.
From a simple stereo system for enjoying your favourite albums to a fully immersive home cinema or a whole-home multi-room audio system, we take the time to understand what you want and recommend solutions that suit your needs, room and budget.
Our range includes:
- Speakers for everything from compact listening systems to high-end home audio
- Amplifiers to bring your music to life
- Turntables for the timeless enjoyment of vinyl
- CD players for your existing music collection
- Music streamers to access today's digital music services
- Multi-room audio to enjoy your favourite music throughout your home
- Home cinema systems for a truly immersive movie experience
Whether you are rediscovering your record collection, building your first serious stereo system, filling your home with music or creating the ultimate home theatre, we can help.
More Than 100 Years of Combined Experience
One of the things that sets Blackwood Sound apart is our people.
Our experienced team of John Lawless, Brett Hopgood and Jason Brooker bring together more than 100 years of combined experience in the audio visual industry.
That depth of knowledge means we can offer practical, honest advice based on decades of experience—not simply what happens to be the latest product on the shelf.
As a South Australian owned and operated business, we take pride in providing a personal level of service to our local customers. We believe good service starts with listening. We want to understand how you use your system, what you enjoy listening to and what you want to achieve. Then we can help you find equipment that delivers the experience you are looking for.
From Music Lovers to Movie Buffs
Great home entertainment means different things to different people.
For some, it is sitting back with a favourite album and enjoying the warmth and detail of a quality stereo system. For others, it is the excitement of a big movie night with powerful sound and a cinematic picture. And for those who love music throughout the home, multi-room audio makes it possible to enjoy your favourite music wherever you are.
Whatever your passion, Blackwood Sound has the experience and products to help you make the most of it.
After 55 years, we still love what we do—and we love helping our customers discover just how good their music and movies can sound.
Come and Experience the Difference
Visit Blackwood Sound on Marion Road, Marion, and talk to John, Brett or Jason about your next audio visual system.
With quality products, expert advice and a commitment to excellent service, we are here to help you enjoy “Great Home Entertainment.”
Blackwood Sound — South Australian owned and operated, proudly providing great home entertainment since 1971.