Episode 27 Warm Hug from my Speakers

The Sound of Design with Mark and Dan

Summary

In this conversation, Daniel Newman, Mark Powell and Ryan Phillips discuss Ryan's background in the audio and video industry and his journey to Sonance. They explore the shift in the perception of audio and the importance of understanding the customer's lifestyle when designing audio systems. They also highlight the range of Sonance products, including invisible speakers, and the advancements in technology that allow for a more immersive audio experience. In this conversation, Ryan talks about the evolution of speaker systems and the importance of coverage in sound systems. He emphasizes the need for balanced coverage in different spaces, such as kitchens and transitional areas. Ryan also discusses the importance of collaborating with designers and integrators to create a consistent sound experience. He highlights the value of building relationships and understanding customer needs. Ryan shares his personal preferences for demos and the significance of adapting to different listening environments. He concludes by emphasizing the importance of customizing sound systems for individual preferences and creating a unique and customized sound experience.

Takeaways

Understanding the customer's lifestyle is crucial when designing audio systems.
The perception of audio has shifted from a focus on big speakers and wires to a more design-focused approach.
Sonance offers a range of products, including invisible speakers, that allow for a more immersive audio experience.
Advancements in technology have made it possible to recreate high-fidelity audio in spaces where it was previously challenging. Balanced coverage is crucial in sound systems to ensure an even distribution of sound in different spaces.
Collaboration with designers and integrators is essential to create a consistent and customized sound experience.
Understanding customer needs and building relationships are key to providing the right solutions.
Adapting to different listening environments and preferences is important when choosing demo tracks.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction and Background
02:02 Getting into the Audio and Video Industry
08:14 The Draw to Sonance
13:21 Changing the Perception of Audio
25:25 The Importance of Understanding the Customer's Lifestyle
36:43 The Range of Sonance Products
41:48 The Advancements in Invisible Speakers
51:38 The Evolution of Speaker Systems
52:35 The Importance of Coverage in Sound Systems
53:34 The Need for Balanced Coverage in Different Spaces
54:50 Covering the Kitchen and Transitional Spaces
56:04 Creating a Consistent Sound Experience
57:31 Collaborating with Designers and Integrators
58:26 Understanding Customer Needs and Providing Solutions
59:33 The Importance of Building Relationships
01:00:19 The Impact of Product Innovation
01:00:57 Adapting to Different Spaces with Invisibles
01:02:06 The Concept of Compromise in Speaker Systems
01:03:31 Balancing Work and Personal Life
01:04:00 The Importance of Support and Collaboration
01:07:09 The Value of Immediate Support and Assistance
01:09:51 Confidence in Sonance Products and Recommendations
01:10:39 The Significance of Demonstrations
01:11:09 Choosing the Right Tracks for Demos
01:12:11 Adapting to Different Listening Environments
01:13:24 Personal Music Preferences and Listening Habits
01:14:49 The Emotional Connection to Music
01:15:41 Meeting the Audience's Level and Preferences
01:17:11 Designing for Unique Acoustic Environments
01:19:09 Customizing Sound Systems for Individual Preferences
01:20:33 The Subjectivity of Sound and Room Acoustics
01:23:31 Creating a Unique and Customized Sound Experience