R I P Billy Woodman ATC Speakers

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From ATCs Facebook page…

“I am extremely sad to announce the death of my Dad, ATC’s founder and owner, Billy Woodman.
Dad passed away peacefully surrounded by his family on 21 July 2022, aged 76 years old. Although Dad had suffered with a number of health issues over the years, he had always defied the odds and recovered, his death has been a shock to us all.
Dad founded ATC almost five decades ago. His principles, philosophies, and absolute commitment to achieving engineering excellence are the foundation on which ATC is built. At the heart of this was outstanding transducer design and engineering that focused on achieving the best sound reproduction possible.

Dad’s emphasis on running ATC as a family business has remained and under his leadership and guiding hand, we have ensured that ATC has continued to grow and succeed with the constant support of fellow Director and lifelong friend, Bob Polley.
Dad was an extraordinary man, not only gifted as an engineer but also as a jazz pianist and undertook exquisite restorations of vintage cars. He was truly an exceptional man in every aspect of his life. He was one of life’s true gentleman and leaves a remarkable legacy. He inspired many, not least me, in how he led his life, always with courage, kindness and generosity.

The loss of my Dad is profoundly felt by not just me, my darling mum, Mumble, his grandchildren, his family, and friends, but the entire ATC family that he created and very much loved.

My family would appreciate some privacy during this incredibly difficult time.

Yours faithfully,
Will Woodman
Managing Director
Loudspeaker Technology Ltd.”
 

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I knew Billy when he had his workshop in Chiswick by the river. Musicians used to visit him for replacement speakers for their rigs.

Truly an extraordinary person and a real gentleman.

Musicians loved him, and he loved them.
 

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Very sad, and 76 is no age these days. Was interested in his story and the brilliant speakers he engineered for many years, then delighted to become an owner in 2017. I hope the ATC business continues in the way he would have surely wanted.
 

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Obviously a man who lived life to the full and gifted the world with his presence. Particularly love the mention of jazz piano. He’s left an amazing legacy with some fantastic speakers. RIP
 

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A true Gentleman. Had the pleasure of meeting him some 15 years ago at the factory. A seriously sad loss.
 
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MVJ

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Sounds like a top bloke I've never heard any ATC's but I intend too....

R.I.P Billy.
 

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My condolences to you and your family. The world is a sadder place without him in it and my thanks to his work over the years. RIP
 

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