In the competitive landscape of audio brands, Tivoli Audio has carved a unique niche by masterfully fusing contemporary functionality with timeless, classic designs. This distinct approach gives them a notable advantage over giants like Bose, Sonos, Marshall, and Bang & Olufsen, whose primary focus doesn't lean as heavily towards retro-inspired aesthetics.
For discerning audiophiles, Tivoli's audio signature is a key draw. Eschewing the trend of overly bass-heavy sound profiles, their speakers are meticulously tuned to deliver a balanced frequency response, resulting in a richer and more nuanced listening experience. Furthermore, podcast and radio enthusiasts consistently praise Tivoli's expansive soundstage, which creates a truly immersive auditory environment.
The Boston-based audio specialists have recently captured significant attention with the SongBook Max, a versatile portable speaker that cleverly doubles as an instrument amplifier. Marketed as "designed by musicians, for musicians," this Bluetooth speaker lives up to its promise. It also resonates with automotive aficionados through its design cues inspired by the iconic 1970 911 Porsche.
Building on the undeniable success of the SongBook Max, Tivoli Audio has elevated its desirability even further through an exclusive collaboration with Grammy-winning producer Soundwave and his creative studio, new.ordinary. Together, they have crafted a limited-edition version of the SongBook edition that is poised to become a coveted item for audio and design purists alike. With a mere 60 uniquely numbered units ever to be produced, this speaker's exclusivity amplifies its appeal for collectors and enthusiasts.
The Porsche influences are artfully integrated into the speaker's design, most notably in the rounded speaker driver grills that subtly evoke the classic car's headlights. This cream-colored body, contrasted by a bespoke brown leather strap and gleaming chrome accents, exudes a captivating retro charm, transforming the speaker into a true visual delight. Soundwave enthusiastically shared his perspective on the collaboration, stating that he and his team at new.ordinary held a strong belief in Tivoli's ability to imbue tangible objects with creative expression. The SongBook Max, he noted, provided the perfect "canvas" for their artistic vision. He further elaborated, "The goal with this speaker was to create something that not only is functional and has high-quality audio but can live on its own as an art piece in your home." This sentiment is undeniably echoed in the speaker's ability to enhance a retro-minimalist setup.
Reinforcing this collaborative spirit, Tivoli Audio's CEO, Paul DePasquale, views this partnership as the embodiment of the synergy between music and style. "It represents a balance between various art forms and inspirations," he explained. "There’s been no better fit than working alongside Sounwave and new.ordinary – both of whom embody powerful creative expression in everything they do."
For those unfamiliar with the SongBook Max, its audio prowess is driven by a 20-watt subwoofer for deep low-end frequencies, a 20-watt mid-range driver for clear vocals, and a 10-watt tweeter for crisp high notes. Embracing its vintage inspiration, the speaker features analog controls, including an equalizer slider on the top right and a prominent tuning dial at the bottom center.
Adding to its versatility, the SongBook Max includes a ¼-inch auxiliary socket on the front panel and rocker switches for engaging the pre-amp. This unique feature allows users to transform the speaker into a capable amplifier for instruments like guitars or keyboards. Tivoli Audio is set to begin pre-sales for the American market on April 10th, with shipping anticipated to commence within approximately four to six weeks.
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