Classic Audio

Founded by John Wolff and inspired by his passion to recreate the presence and capacity of legendary 1950s speakers from companies like JBL, Classic Audio Loudspeakers was born from his motivation to build speakers combining aesthetic elegance with exceptional sound. The discontinued JBL Hartsfield Speaker from the 1960s served as the main thrust behind his vision. Based in Brighton, Michigan, the company specializes in handmade field coil horn speakers, creating reproductions of classic designs while innovating in audio speaker technology. Over thirty years, John Wolff and Classic Audio have become renowned not only for supplying high-end audiophile speakers that deliver compelling, room-filling sound with exquisite cabinet design, but also for establishing Wolff as an innovator in speaker technology. Their product line includes premium models like the T3.3 ($32,500 per pair in field coil version, $14,500 with permanent magnet drivers) and their interpretation of the JBL Hartsfield ($38,500). The company has built its reputation on combining vintage aesthetic principles with modern acoustic engineering, creating speakers that honor the golden age of American audio while incorporating contemporary innovations. Classic Audio represents the pinnacle of boutique American speaker manufacturing, serving discerning audiophiles who appreciate both historical significance and cutting-edge performance in their pursuit of ultimate musical reproduction.