Visioner

Vår resa med CANVAS HiFi började med en storslagen vision: att skapa ett ljudsystem som sömlöst skulle smälta samman med tv-apparater, både mekaniskt och visuellt. Men vi stannade inte där; vårt mål var att säkerställa att det här ljudsystemet skulle kunna konkurrera med fristående HiFi-system, åtminstone när det gällde att tillhandahålla den perfekta bakgrundsmusiken. Vi var dock väl medvetna om de enorma utmaningar som låg framför oss. I ljudvärlden stod vi inför två betydande hinder.

Den första var den vilda, okontrollerbara basen som ofta plågade system som vårt på grund av placeringsbegränsningar.

Det andra var avsaknaden av tredimensionell stereobild, som orsakades av närheten mellan vänster och höger högtalare, klämda inom bara en meter (cirka tre fot) från varandra.

Dessa begränsningar var inbyggda i vår nya formfaktor för ett HiFi-system, och de kunde lätt ha fått våra ambitioner att spåra ur. Men när vi gav oss ut på denna ambitiösa resa vägrade vi att acceptera nederlag. Vårt team av hängivna ingenjörer och ljudentusiaster drivs av en obeveklig strävan efter perfektion. Det stod klart att vi behövde banbrytande tekniska lösningar för att övervinna dessa utmaningar och återuppfinna HiFi genom att förvandla CANVAS till ett äkta HiFi-ljudsystem.

The Slow Death of HiFi

Over many years, HiFi quality sound has slowly eroded as manufacturers strive to meet customers' desires for sound that takes up as little space as possible but can do it all. The result is that many homes today have ended up with small metal or plastic cabinets filled with speaker units sticking out in all directions and, in reality, offering neither genuine HiFi nor true home theater sound.

It's like in the classic tale by the Danish author H. C. Andersen, "The Emperor's New Clothes," where everyone convinces each other that the emperor is dressed in splendid clothes until a child says he's completely naked.

In the same way, true HiFi sound has been stripped away layer by layer over a long time until many have drifted so far away from genuine HiFi experiences that they've almost forgotten what it should sound like. CANVAS has revived these virtues, and the vision is to dress the world's homes again with authentic HiFi sound experiences.

The Birth Of CANVAS

CANVAS HiFi was born from the passion and ingenuity of two remarkable individuals - our CTO, Kim Neeper Rasmussen, and our CEO, Laust Nielsen. Their story is a testament to unwavering dedication, a lifelong love for sound, and a shared commitment to crafting exceptional user experiences that began in their earliest days.

Kim and Laust are lucky to meet each other in 2019. For many years, Kim had fine-tuned a multitude of inventions which, in combination, had solved the challenge of creating real HiFi experiences in a design that fit perfectly with every TV. It quickly became clear to both of them how they complemented each other perfectly,with Kim's technical expertise harmonizing with Laust's insight into customer needs. In the following years, the collaboration intensified and in 2022 they founded their joint company CANVAS HiFi.

Connection to Sound

Both Kim and Laust were captivated by the world of sound from a young age. This wasn't just a passing interest; it was a deep-seated passion that laid the foundation for their life's work.

Laust Nielsen, a second generation custodian of a family business specializing in the sale and service of the HiFi industry's finest products, learned the importance of delivering not only sound but also unforgettable user experiences from a tender age. His upbringing instilled in him an innate understanding of how to create products that resonate with customers' desires. Over the years, he curated an array of HiFi retail concepts, fine-tuning his expertise and honing his ability to connect with his customers.

Already as a little boy , Laust Nielsen has been immersed in the world of sound and image, specializing in the intricate realm of aligning customers' desires for impeccable audio and visual experiences within their living spaces.

Lifelong Passion

His journey began when he stepped into his father's HiFi store at a mere 9 years old, igniting a lifelong passion for the harmonious marriage of sound and image.

With a deep-rooted connection to sound and image products, Laust has not only grown up with them but has also honed his expertise over the years. His innate understanding of audio and visual technologies and his ability to cater to customers' needs have earned him accolades from the industry's leading brands time and time again.

Throughout his career, Laust has navigated a diverse array of retail concepts within the high-end HiFi and TV sector. His journey has granted him a unique insight into the desires and preferences of customers as they strive to enhance their living spaces with exquisite sound experiences seamlessly integrated into modern home decor.

(Laust demonstrating the first stereo Walkman on the town square in 1979.)

Jack Of All Trades

Kim embarked on his journey in the audio industry at a remarkably young age, just 17 years old. Over the past two decades, he has tirelessly delved into every facet of the industry, gaining invaluable experience in various roles encompassing design, engineering, and manufacturing. His expertise spans a wide spectrum of audio equipment, from amplifiers and DVD players to surround sound processors, mass-market wireless speakers, and high-end loudspeakers. Kim is a true "jack of all trades" within the audio world, boasting a versatile skill set that includes proficiency in industrial design, mechanical engineering, acoustic engineering, and electrical engineering. This diverse range of competencies has enabled him to navigate the intricate labyrinth of audio technology, making him a well-rounded expert in the field.

(Kim has developed many High End loudspeakers over the years.)

Evolution of CANVAS

His extensive experience, coupled with an insatiable passion for sound, has equipped Kim with a unique perspective on audio innovation.

It's this unwavering dedication to the art and science of sound that has been instrumental in the development of CANVAS HiFi.

His relentless pursuit of audio perfection and the belief that music can be experienced in its purest form continue to drive the evolution of CANVAS, making it more than just a sound system

— it's a testament to the boundless potential of audio technology when in the hands of a true visionary like Kim Neeper Rasmussen.

The Journey

With a shared passion for sound, we ventured into uncharted territory, unafraid to challenge convention. We poured countless hours into research and development, pushing the boundaries of what was possible in the world of audio.

The quest to rein in the unruly bass led us to groundbreaking breakthroughs in acoustic engineering. We developed innovative solutions that harnessed the power of placement, allowing us to tame the bass and bring it under our control. It was a moment of triumph, as CANVAS began to emerge as a system capable of delivering not just background music, but a truly immersive audio experience.

HiFi återuppfanns

As our journey unfolded, CANVAS ceased to be a mere project; it evolved into a testament to human ingenuity and the relentless pursuit of excellence. The once-insurmountable limitations became stepping stones to innovation. CANVAS, which had started as a dream, was now a reality—a true HiFi sound system that defied expectations.

Join us as we delve deeper into the incredible journey of CANVAS, a story of perseverance, innovation, and the unyielding belief that sound can be more than just waves in the air. CANVAS is not just a product; it's a testament to what can be achieved when passion meets technology, and the pursuit of excellence knows no bounds.