A mission statement of sorts
Do I have something to say? I guess, I do.
In a world full of endless high-fidelity speaker options, you might ask: why this one? After doing some research, I realized something important - if you don’t want to spend the price of a car on a sound system, or fill your entire living room with bulky speakers, you have very few good choices That’s when I decided to create something new.
I wanted to design a speaker that’s accessible and approachable, with a modern, minimal look - something that fits effortlessly into any home, but still delivers the power and quality for bigger spaces, even DJ parties with all your friends. And at the same time, can handle low powered tube - or class A amps - the same then high powered Class A/B or D amps.
I started by looking back at what’s already out there. There is no need to reinvent the wheel - there are already great, easy-to-use systems. They just need a fresh, streamlined design that complements today’s interiors.
Naturally, my research led me to the legendary California based engineers behind some of the best speakers ever made. James B. Lansing’s pioneering work in compression drivers and horn systems has shaped the modern world of audio. I chose one of their two-way compression driver horn systems with a 12-inch bass reflex as my foundation. The sound was powerful, rich, and full of life.
From there, I began engineering my own design - something that could keep up with that incredible performance while bringing a bold, modern aesthetic. After testing, refining, and teaming up with talented people to build the final box, it became clear that the form should not only look exciting but also serve the speaker’s technology and sound.
For the finishing touch, I wanted personalization. Every listener should be able to choose a color that matches their taste and environment. That’s why each speaker can be custom-painted - making every piece unique.
The result is a speaker that blends heritage with innovation and high-performance sound in a design that feels right at home anywhere.
- Frank Schott, audiophile + neuTON designer