PSB
About PSB
PSB Speakers is a renowned Canadian audio company founded in 1972 by Paul Barton in Pickering, Ontario, with the company name standing for Paul and Sue Barton. Originally starting by selling speaker kits to university students, PSB has evolved into a globally recognized brand specializing in high-performance speakers and headphones that emphasize natural, organic sound reproduction. The company's design philosophy is built on scientific research and psychoacoustics, collaborating with Dr. Floyd Toole at Canada's National Research Council (NRC) and conducting all speaker voicing in NRC's anechoic chambers using double-blind listening tests. PSB's comprehensive product lineup includes the Synchrony, Passif, Imagine, Alpha series tower speakers, bookshelf speakers, wireless speakers, home theater systems, and award-winning headphones like the M4U 9 wireless noise-cancelling models. Currently owned by Lenbrook International with Paul Barton remaining as Chief Acoustics Designer, PSB maintains their core values of Performance, Appearance, Value, and Reliability while serving global markets. The company's motto 'to offer high performance solutions at a reasonable cost' reflects their commitment to making exceptional audio accessible, backed by a 60-day risk-free trial and worldwide distribution network.
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PSB Introduces Wall-Mounted Acoustic Systems PWM Sat
The PSB PWM Sat speaker series offers ultra-slim wall-mounted designs with dimensions of 305x165x85 mm for discreet installation.
Equipped with a 1" titanium dome tweeter and 4" woven carbon fiber cone woofer, it delivers high-fidelity audio performance.
Featuring a frequency range of 90 Hz to 23 kHz and sensitivity of 85 dB, it ensures balanced and detailed sound reproduction.
PSB Introduces PWM Sat On-Wall Speakers: Compact Audiophile Performance
The PWM Sat On-Wall Speaker by PSB features a 1” titanium dome tweeter and 4” carbon fiber woofer for dynamic sound.
Designed for versatile installations, it includes a locking bracket system for horizontal, vertical, or ceiling mounting.
It integrates seamlessly with PSB’s PWM Series, matching tonal qualities for a cohesive audio experience.
PSB Introduces Compact SubSeries BP7 Subwoofer with Powerful Performance
The PSB SubSeries BP7 Powered Subwoofer introduces a compact yet powerful solution for precise audio performance at $1,199 USD / $1,399 CAD.
It features dual 6.5-inch woven carbon-fiber drivers in a bipolar configuration, powered by a 350-watt Universal Class D amplifier, for articulate and controlled bass delivery.
Its sealed cabinet design ensures distortion-free, smooth bass reproduction, with a frequency range of 28Hz - 150Hz (±3dB) and a low-frequency cutoff of 25Hz (-10dB).
IsoAcoustics Shines at HIGH END Munich 2025 with GAIA Neo and Strategic Alliances
IsoAcoustics debuts GAIA Neo isolation feet at HIGH END Munich 2025, enhancing usability and performance.
Partnerships with JBL, Marten, and Innuos integrate custom isolation technology into high-end audio systems.
Over 125 OEM collaborations showcase IsoAcoustics’ patented vibration control technology as integral to precision audio design.
Lenbrook Announces New Independent Media Business Unit
Launch of Lenbrook Media Group to redefine high-resolution music delivery and commercialization.
Strategic focus on BluOS, MQA, and SCL6 technologies for unparalleled audio fidelity.
Appointment of former MQA CEO Mike Jbara to lead the venture, leveraging industry expertise.
The Future of MQA: Impact and Questions Surrounding Its Necessity
Lenbrook, owners of NAD, PSB, and Bluesound, now owns MQA, raising questions about its relevance.
MQA’s original appeal as a bandwidth-saving format is challenged by high-speed internet and storage advancements.
Critics argue MQA adds costs without offering superior audio quality compared to alternatives like FLAC.
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