System Audio

22/03/2026

Thanks to everyone who dropped by at Oslo HiFi Show to experience our new Legend 60.2 silverback DS!

We hope you were not too shocked about the incredible sound, simplicity and competitive price.
We are quite astonished ourselves.

Thanks to our friends at Soundgarden Hi-Fi for making this happen.

Check out our new speaker here:
https://system-audio.com/product/legend-60-2-silverback-ds-wireless-floor-speaker/

19/03/2026

𝗤𝗼𝗯𝘂𝘇 𝗖𝗼𝗻𝗻𝗲𝗰𝘁 𝗶𝘀 𝗻𝗼𝘄 𝗮𝘃𝗮𝗶𝗹𝗮𝗯𝗹𝗲 𝗼𝗻 𝗦𝘁𝗲𝗿𝗲𝗼 𝗛𝘂𝗯 𝗛𝗧

Enjoy bit perfect High Resolution playback directly from the Qobuz app and access to an international music community with editorial content, recommendations, and updates from Jane from Qobuz.

The update is available now – no extra hardware required.
Read the full story and discover what Qobuz Connect brings to your listening experience.

https://system-audio.com/stories/stereo-hub-ht-gets-qobuz-connect/

27/02/2026

𝗡𝘆𝗵𝗲𝗱: 𝗦𝘆𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗺 𝗔𝘂𝗱𝗶𝗼 𝗹𝗮𝗻𝗰𝗲𝗿𝗲𝗿 𝗟𝗲𝗴𝗲𝗻𝗱 𝟲𝟬.𝟮 𝘀𝗶𝗹𝘃𝗲𝗿𝗯𝗮𝗰𝗸 𝗗𝗦

System Audio præsenterer nu Legend 60.2 silverback DS, den mest avancerede og markant opgraderede topmodel i den trådløse Silverback-serie.

Med den banebrydende DS-opgradering får du 50% mere forstærkereffekt, lynhurtig digital processering og en ekstremt ren signalvej.

Resultatet er en lyd, der er større, mere åben og nærværende – med præcision og musikalitet i særklasse. DS-platformen betyder, at højttaleren er løftet til et helt nyt teknologisk og musikalsk niveau.

𝗛𝘃𝗮𝗱 𝗲𝗿 𝗗𝗦-𝗼𝗽𝗴𝗿𝗮𝗱𝗲𝗿𝗶𝗻𝗴𝗲𝗻?

DS står for Digital Stream og er en gennemgribende opgradering af højttalerens digitale platform. I stedet for at ændre på fysiske komponenter har System Audio gentænkt hele den digitale signalbehandling – den “hjerne”, der styrer samspillet mellem enheder, forstærkere og musiksignal.

DS-opgraderingen indebærer blandt andet:

• 50% højere effekt i højttalerens fire forstærkere
• Ny digital processering, der arbejder markant hurtigere
• En forenklet og ekstremt ren signalvej
• Præcis kontrol over alle højttalerens enheder
• En endnu mere lineær frekvensrespons og et mere naturligt lydbillede

Den ekstra effekt arbejder hånd i hånd med den opdaterede DSP og giver højttaleren både mere kraft og mere finesse – uden at gå på kompromis med præcision eller musikalitet.

DS-platformen er udviklet til at fungere som ét samlet system, hvor musikken streamer i høj opløsning direkte fra musiktjenesten og helt ud i højttalerens forstærkere – uden konvertering, komprimering eller bearbejdning undervejs.

Læs mere om Legend 60.2 silverback DS her:

https://system-audio.com/da/vare/legend-60-2-silverback-ds-traadloes-gulvhoejtaler/

07/02/2026

Cinemas have had immersive sound for ages.
Today, more music comes out in Dolby Atmos.
Apple Music is leading the way with Spatial Audio.
Live concerts are becoming increasingly immersive and involving.

A handful of our wireless Silverback speakers and a wireless hub will give you Dolby Atmos sound for music and movies.

What do you think about this development?

Wireless speakers and Dolby Atmos surround music system from System Audio.

31/12/2025

If you’ve listened to The Beatles, Stevie Wonder, Elton John, Michael Jackson, or Miles Davis, you’ve heard the Rhodes sound.

Read the story of Harold Rhodes and listen to our playlist with notable examples of famous music that uses the Rhodes sound.

https://system-audio.com/stories/harold-rhodes-and-the-piano-that-changed-music/

Happy New Year!

24/12/2025

'Imagine' - John Lennon (1971)

110 years of the loudspeaker – and a song that changed the world

On December 10, we celebrated the loudspeaker’s 110th anniversary. Danish Peder L. Jensen and American Edwin Pridham made it possible to turn electrical signals into sound - a vision that would bring music, news, and stories closer to people and into the (then) quiet living rooms.

It became one of the most successful inventions ever. Today, the loudspeaker is everywhere: in homes, cars, phones, supermarkets etc.

With its success came a challenge: silence has become a scarce commodity.

In a world where we are constantly bombarded with sound, it’s necessary to ask: What are we exposing our ears to? Is it quality, or just more noise?

At System Audio, we believe in being critical - choosing sound that enriches our lives, not pollutes it.

No one said it better than John Lennon.

In 1971, he wrote Imagine, a song that became a global symbol of hope and peace. Behind its simple piano intro lies a deep story: inspired by Yoko Ono’s art, produced with Phil Spector, recorded in Ascot, and polished in New York.

Lennon dreamed of a world without borders, religion, and possessions - a world in harmony. A vision that fits the loudspeaker’s original idea: to bring people together through sound.

But we live in a noisy world. That’s why it’s more important than ever to choose sound thoughtfully. Music can create calm, joy, and meaning - if we give it space.

So next time you listen, ask yourself: Is this good for me? Is it worth listening to?

At System Audio, we work to give you the experience the loudspeaker was created for: pure, engaging sound that speaks to the heart.

🎄 Merry Christmas – Turn down the noise and remember to give silence and great sound a place in your life.

This was our musical calendar.
24 days and 24 stories about the sounds that forms our lives.

Link to Spotify playlist:
https://open.spotify.com/playlist/3PniHxj1Ayw2TI503wXAvd?si=vxU6CalKS2yuu4IT_swsWg&pi=CQlZsqKQQauCw

Link to playlist on Tidal:
https://tidal.com/playlist/041d5feb-14a9-4571-94c2-85884d900911

23/12/2025

"Smooth" - Carlos Santana (1999)

In 1999, something extraordinary happened: Carlos Santana, the guitar legend from the Woodstock era, returned with a hit that shook the music world. “Smooth” was more than just music, it became a cultural phenomenon.

A comeback for the history books

Santana hadn’t had a hit in over 15 years. But with the album Supernatural and the single “Smooth,” he was back at the center of the music scene.

The song spent 12 weeks at #1 on the Billboard Hot 100, won three Grammy Awards, and made Santana relevant to an entirely new generation.

The sound of latin rock

“Smooth” is more than a pop song – it’s a rhythmic celebration. Layers of congas, timbales and horn stabs give the track its warmth and energy.

This percussion is the heartbeat of the song, creating the Latin pulse that drives it forward.

Rob Thomas + Santana = Magic

Rob Thomas wrote the lyrics as a tribute to his wife, Marisol Maldonado – his Spanish Harlem Mona Lisa.

His raw, soulful vocals meet Santana’s singing guitar, and together they create a sound that feels timeless.

The mix that made the difference

Mixer David Thoener made a bold choice: Santana’s guitar would dominate the soundscape. To give space to his iconic tone, horns and piano were thinned out in the midrange.

The result is a clear, powerful mix where guitar and vocals shine without losing the rhythmic heat of the percussion.

Why does it work?

“Smooth” blends rock, Latin, and pop into one perfect cocktail. It has groove, attitude, and a melody that sticks from the first second.

A comeback that spoke for itself:

- #1 for 12 weeks on Billboard
- Three Grammy Awards
- An album that sold over 30 million copies
- And a comeback that wrote itself into music history.

This is our musical Christmas calendar.
24 days and 24 stories about the sounds that forms our lives.

Link to Spotify playlist:
https://open.spotify.com/playlist/3PniHxj1Ayw2TI503wXAvd?si=wc_C2cpHTguoK4JT7Zu37Q&pi=xt8Yi1kVQ1CEw

Link to playlist on Tidal:
https://tidal.com/playlist/041d5feb-14a9-4571-94c2-85884d900911

22/12/2025

Hey Ya! - Outkast (2003)

The untold story behind Outkast’s “Hey Ya!” – More than just a party anthem

We all know “Hey Ya!” as one of the most infectious hits of the 2000s. It’s the song that made us dance, shout “Ice cold!” and shake it like a Polaroid picture.

But behind the upbeat vibe lies a fascinating story of innovation, hidden melancholy, and cultural influence that still resonates today.

From idea to icon

André 3000 started writing “Hey Ya!” back in 2000 during the Stankonia tour. His goal? To create something that didn’t sound like traditional hip-hop - or pure pop. The result was a genre-bending masterpiece blending funk, indie pop, and hip-hop energy.

Fun fact: André played almost every instrument himself - guitar, keyboards, drum programming, and vocals. The only outside contribution? A synth bass line by Kevin Kendricks.

The sound – A bold experiment

- Unusual time signature: The song uses three bars of 4/4 followed by one bar of 2/4, creating a quirky 22-beat cycle that gives it that off-kilter, irresistible groove.

- Layered vocals & effects: André recorded up to 40 takes for certain lines, adding vocoder effects and playful overdubs to achieve its unique texture.

- Mixing magic: Grammy-winning engineer Neal Pogue polished the track using Waves plugins and SSL EQ emulations, striking the perfect balance between raw energy and pop clarity. He also convinced André that “Hey Ya!” should be the lead single - a decision that changed music history.

Lyrics – A party song with a dark core

Beneath the cheerful “shake it like a Polaroid picture” chant lies a bittersweet truth. Lines like “If nothing is forever, what makes love the exception?” reveal the song’s real theme: relationships held together by habit, not love.

André himself described it as “a sad song disguised as a party hit.” That contrast is what makes “Hey Ya!” so powerful - it’s joy and heartbreak in the same breath.

The video & cultural wave

- Beatles-inspired visuals: The music video, directed by Bryan Barber, features André playing eight different band members in a retro TV performance - a nod to The Beatles’ Ed Sullivan Show era.

- Polaroid craze: The lyric “shake it like a Polaroid picture” became so iconic that Polaroid saw a surge in sales and even used the hype for marketing campaigns.

- Fashion & memes: The green suits, bowler hats, and vintage aesthetic from the video sparked trends and became a pop culture staple.

Impact & legacy

“Hey Ya!” wasn’t just a hit - it was a cultural phenomenon:

- It revived interest in funk and retro-pop in mainstream music.

- It inspired a wave of genre-blending in the 2000s.

- It remains a go-to soundtrack for movies, commercials, and viral TikTok trends.

"Hey Ya!” is more than a feel-good anthem. It’s a piece of pop art-layered, experimental, and timeless.

This is our musical Christmas calendar.
24 days and 24 stories about the sounds that forms our lives.

Spotify playlist:
https://open.spotify.com/playlist/3PniHxj1Ayw2TI503wXAvd?si=L3E1yQyCRrada_622pw0Rw&pi=lFztrX0FT5m4q

Tidal playlist:
https://tidal.com/playlist/041d5feb-14a9-4571-94c2-85884d900911

21/12/2025

'Bad guy' - Billie Eilish (2019)

One of the most iconic pop hits of recent years didn’t come from a high-end studio - it was created in a bedroom.

Billie Eilish and her brother Finneas O’Connell wrote and produced Bad Guy at home, using minimal gear and maximum creativity.

The result is track that broke pop conventions, topped charts worldwide, and won a Grammy for Song of the Year.

What makes the song unique

- Minimalism with an edge: The arrangement is stripped down to finger snaps, deep sub-bass, and Billie’s whispery vocals. This simplicity creates tension and space rather than fullness.

- 34 versions of “duh”: They recorded 34 different takes to nail the perfect tone for the hook.

- Found sounds: An Australian pedestrian crossing button became a hi-hat, and Billie’s spontaneous laughter was woven into the track.

- No traditional structure: There’s no classic chorus, yet the song delivers an unforgettable hook and energy.

The dark sound: Why it feels so different

The track’s sonic identity is deliberately shadowy and unconventional:

- Sparse arrangement leaves room for silence, making every sound more impactful.

- Low-end dominance: The sub-bass is smooth yet powerful, anchoring the track in darkness.

- Muted highs: No bright synths or sharp treble—percussion is dry and soft, removing the sparkle typical of pop.

- Intimate vocals: Billie’s whisper-like delivery, recorded close to the mic, adds vulnerability and contrast to the heavy bass.

- Dynamic contrast: The sudden trap-inspired bridge injects aggression and unpredictability, amplifying tension.

This combination makes Bad Guy feel playful yet ominous—a sound that stands out in a world of polished pop.

From DIY to global dominance

Bad Guy didn’t just chart - it changed the game. It topped the Billboard Hot 100, ended Lil Nas X’s record-breaking run with Old Town Road, and became a cultural phenomenon.

The most impressive part is that only four people were behind the entire album: Billie, Finneas, mixer Rob Kinelski, and mastering engineer John Greenham.

This is our musical Christmas calendar.
24 days and 24 stories about the sounds that forms our lives.

Playlist on Spotify:
https://open.spotify.com/playlist/3PniHxj1Ayw2TI503wXAvd?si=OZa-UDKHS7i5Ni1tloRljg&pi=KLqhmGlgRGmca

Playlist on Tidal:
https://tidal.com/playlist/041d5feb-14a9-4571-94c2-85884d900911

20/12/2025

Legend 40.2 silverback DS and Stereo Hub HT reviewed in Italy!

Activate automatic subtitles (if you don't speak Italian!) and enjoy how they check out everything about the system.

Una coppia di casse amplificate molto interessante, dotate di un eccellente DSP in grado di governare al meglio i 4 altoparlanti, ognuno collegato a una sezi...

20/12/2025

Windowlicker - Aphex Twin (1999)

Some music is a puzzle, a provocation, and a work of art all in one. Windowlicker by Aphex Twin is all that – and more.

The spectrogram secret

Run the track through a spectral analysis, and his signature grin appears as a visual imprint. And in the title track, there’s even a spiral toward the end – only visible to those who dig deep into the spectrogram.

The sound of provocation

Windowlicker is a sonic labyrinth: twisted rhythms, distorted vocals, and an aesthetic that’s both beautiful and grotesque. Those sighing, almost “erotic” vocals? That’s James himself – digitally manipulated to sound feminine and otherworldly.

Gear nerds will love this: classics like the Roland MKS-80 (Super Jupiter) and Yamaha DX11 are believed to have played a role, alongside James’ own software experiments.

The video that changed everything

Director Chris Cunningham created a 10-minute music video parodying the flashy American R&B and hip-hop clips of the era – complete with limousines, luxury, and dancing women.

But here’s the twist: every woman has Richard D. James’ face. A grotesque, humorous jab at the “faceless” techno scene – and a bold statement about individuality.

The title

“Windowlicker” is English slang for a mentally challenged person – a provocative, darkly humorous choice that underscores the uncompromising attitude of the project.

24 days and 24 stories about the sounds that forms our lives.

Link to Spotify playlist:
https://open.spotify.com/playlist/3PniHxj1Ayw2TI503wXAvd?si=0z8COi5gSAmj4TPmraeCbQ&pi=O-xZOGy9TW2zh

Link to playlist on Tidal:
https://tidal.com/playlist/041d5feb-14a9-4571-94c2-85884d900911