Since 1997, Panphonics has produced directional loudspeakers with clear, natural sound that remains audible over longer distances. With our light and unobtrusive speakers, you can create focused audio zones even in large open spaces.
Leading brand in directional audio
Imagine being able to direct sound to a specific area with unmatched precision. For instance, Panphonics speakers can focus speech even in noisy environments without increasing the overall ambient noise level. In a museum setting, you can create a confined audio zone in front of an art piece where the desired sound is heard. When you step out of the zone, you no longer hear the sound. To further combat the issue of overpowering ambient noise, we have optimized our speakers to play frequencies most sensitive to the human ear.
Founded in 1997 and headquartered in Tampere, Finland, Panphonics has been delivering directional audio solutions globally for over two decades. By using the electrostatic principle, we have been able to create speakers with lower coloration, better transient response, lower distortion and higher directivity in comparison to other techniques. The finished product is easy to install, has a light and unobtrusive design, and can withstand extensive use.
During COVID-19, hygiene has become of paramount importance. With our directional audio solutions, you have an alternative for headphones that otherwise require near-constant cleaning. It not only saves time, but also decreases unnecessary risk. What you get when you choose Panphonics is a clear, focused sound field that remains audible even over longer distances.
Niskanen & Salo – Murmurations (Brooklyn Bridge Park, NYC 2020)
Note that unlike in this temporary sound installation, Panphonics speakers are for indoor use only.
Panphonics speakers as a part of Lexter’s (now called Efterklang, a brand within the AFRY group) soundscaping and sound masking solution for Swedbank.
Products
COMPACT®
Compact speakers are our most advanced mono directional speakers with the best directionality and sound quality. Available in 60×60, the Compact is made from natural fibers and has no frames. The look is ultrathin and the feel is unrealistically light. We can print any picture, logo or color to the surface.
SOUND SHOWER®
Framed with an aluminum frame, Sound Shower mono loudspeakers are thin and light with great directionality. As our most popular speakers, Sound Showers have tens of thousands of installations worldwide.
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About us
Panphonics was founded in 1997 to develop audio elements intended to be used as components for audio applications across different industries.
During its first five years of operation, the company focused only on R&D. The first commercial products were sold in early 2003, and during 2004 the company moved from trial marketing into commercialization.
Nowadays our main customer segments are museums, retail, banks, pharmacies, corporate video conferencing, airports, houses of worship, control rooms and universities.
Panphonics loudspeakers are based on the electrostatic princible and use an audio element invented by the renowned Finnish inventor, Kari Kirjavainen. The initial technology study was carried out in cooperation with the Technical Research Centre of Finland during the early 1990’s, with governmental funding from the Finnish National Technology Agency.
On top of our own line of directional speaker products, we are a technology licensor for industrial audio manufacturers and other audio solution providers, either directly or through resellers.