Walsh Sound Equipment was founded in 1943 by Bob Walsh, primarily as a radio service company. The company quickly became the repair center for area department stores that sold the radios, which at that time was the main mode of electronic entertainment in the home. During the 1930's and 40's Bob gained experience designing and providing public address systems for traveling automobile thrill shows. He also began supplying portable sound systems for public gatherings in the Mansfield area. He used that experience during WWII to become a pioneer in the relatively new field of fixed installation sound systems.

Over the years, Walsh has been known as a highly reliable systems integrator servicing the greater Ohio area. In 2000, Walsh Sound was purchased by Tom and Mary Howell. Their goal is to maintain the high standards set by Bob Walsh.