It’s all about the music, handcrafted in Sweden.


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Jussi

PHILOSOPHY

Immerse Yourself in Pure Musical Bliss

We design loudspeakers to fulfill our insatiable appetite for the utmost realism in reproduced sound, and if we can turn it into a livelihood, that’s simply a rewarding bonus.

Sound Philosophy:

  • Reproduce the warmth, body, and excitement of live music performances
  • Maintain fidelity by mirroring the recorded sound without adding or subtracting any elements.
  • Accurate reproduction of all frequencies, including bass, for correct tonal balance and dynamic range.
  • Avoid exaggerated treble and midrange to prevent listening fatigue and ensure natural sound reproduction.
  • Emphasize the importance of correct bass reproduction for warmth and body in the overall sound.

Design Philosophy:

  • Years of listening and testing expertise for achieving perfect, naturally balanced sound.
  • Focus on mastering crossover design, the most challenging aspect.
  • Utilize high-quality components, including hand-built, point-to-point wired crossovers.
  • Small baffles with absorbing felt to minimize reflections, quiet cabinets to prevent unwanted resonance.
  • Soft suspension speaker units for capturing intricate details in recordings.
  • Commitment to offering upgrade options for older loudspeaker models, whenever feasible.
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Ratio Auream

ABOUT US

Since its inception in 1980, respons loudspeakers has been driven by a deep passion for music and an unwavering commitment to achieving the most authentic and immersive sound reproduction possible. Founded by Reidar Persson, whose love for music was nurtured during frequent visits to renowned concert halls, respons began as a pursuit to modify and enhance existing loudspeakers. In collaboration with a relative, Reidar embarked on a journey of experimentation and learning, leading to the creation of their first commercially available loudspeaker, the Renässans, in 1980. The Renässans garnered immediate acclaim for its exceptional performance and marked the beginning of respons’ journey towards audio excellence.

With a steadfast dedication to sound philosophy, respons aims to capture the warmth, body, and excitement of live music performances. Rejecting the common practice of exaggerating certain frequencies, respons focuses on accurate reproduction across the entire frequency range, ensuring a natural tonal balance and dynamic range. By emphasizing the importance of correct bass reproduction, respons delivers the full richness and depth of sound, avoiding listening fatigue. This commitment extends to every loudspeaker model, maintaining a consistent natural character and bass response.


Unleashing Sonic Artistry, Amplifying Boundaries.


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Magna Musicum

At the core of respons’ design philosophy lies years of meticulous listening, testing, and innovation. Mastering the intricacies of crossover design, respons strives for perfection by utilizing only the highest-quality components, including hand-built, point-to-point wired crossovers with precise tolerance capacitors, temperature-stable resistors, custom internal wires, and air-cored inductors. Attention to detail extends to the construction of the loudspeakers, with small baffles covered in absorbing felt to minimize reflections and quiet cabinets to eliminate unwanted resonances. By employing soft suspension speaker units, respons captures the finest nuances of recordings, ensuring an immersive and detailed listening experience.

With a legacy of excellence, respons loudspeakers has established a global reputation for its outstanding performance and innovative designs. Recognized by audiophiles and professionals alike, respons loudspeakers have become reference points for their remarkable sound quality and unique pyramid-shaped cabinets. Today, respons continues to push the boundaries of audio technology, delivering unparalleled sound reproduction that evokes the true essence and emotion of music.

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WHAT PEOPLE ARE SAYING

“Top 25 of the Year.” “Read this review as the first of the most brilliant purchases we know of after 10 years of testing.

– K.V. – Fidelity 55

The overall impression is incredibly cohesive.

– J.M. Fidelity 55

After a day of listening session at the editor’s, I actually wanted to return in the evening to listen more!

– T.T. – Fidelity 55