by KMB Communications | Jun 7, 2022 | Leon Speakers
Designed to meet the demands of the modern worker, Cove by Leon helps you look, sound and feel your best at work, home or anywhere in between. With its dimmable lighting, sound-dampening technology and sleek design, Cove represents a new way to work in 2022.
[Ann Arbor, MI] – May 26, 2022 – Leon Speakers announced today the launch of Cove, a revolutionary new desktop accessory that enhances the overall work experience.
For 25 years, Leon has built a reputation for developing elegant and innovative ways of integrating audio and technology through attentive design—attracting renowned clients from the iconic Muscle Shoals Sound Studio, to global Fortune 500 companies like Slack Technologies, to design-conscious clients like actor Adrian Grenier and rock enthusiast Allison Hagendorf.
“Blending design with technology is what we do here at Leon,” said Leon founder and president Noah Kaplan. “So when we started seeing post-pandemic work environment changes, we felt like we could use our industry expertise and experiences as creators ourselves to take a new approach to the term ‘audiovisual.’ Cove’s design makes marked improvements in our daily workflow, communication and the way we feel on-screen and at the end of the workday.”
Experts estimate that by the end of 2022, 25% of all North American professional jobs will be remote—with that number continuing to increase into 2023. Though the work landscape is changing rapidly, current workplace technology desktop design has yet to catch up to many of the new demands associated with remote, hybrid and even on-site work. Cove represents a brand new solution to today’s increased conferencing and screen time demands.
Cove’s adjustable diffused lighting, sound-dampening felt interior and personalizable magnetic surface are meticulously designed to improve focus and privacy while reducing ambient noise and eye strain—all under the ultra-flattering glow of webcam-friendly lighting. It is built to house any tablet, laptop, or monitor up to 27 inches, including the new Apple Studio Display.
Natural LED bias backlighting by American Lighting comes with remote-adjustable color temperature and brightness, while Cove’s antimicrobial recycled TURF felt interior reduces ambient noise and elevates privacy, even in a crowded room. Cove’s precision-engineered steel is manufactured in the USA, and its sustainably sourced engineered Baltic Birch shelf is finished in Leon’s own workshop.
Leon is partnering with longtime industry collaborators Logitech and Shure to launch Cove on the crowdfunding site, Indiegogo—offering a variety of professional conference-ready bundles, at a great value to early backers.
The Indiegogo campaign is also Leon’s first foray into crowdfunding as a way to expand outside the audiovisual industry and build organic widespread interest. The Cove pre-launch campaign is expected to debut on June 6, with live ordering opening up on June 30.
Leon is guaranteeing fulfillment of all campaign packages, including a variety of steeply discounted bundles:
- Content Creator Package – $695. Includes: custom-color Cove, Logitech Streamcam and Shure MV7 microphone with tripod. (Valued at $1,150)
- Home Base Package – $495. Includes custom-color Cove and Logitech Brio. (Valued at $895)
- Workspace Studio Package – limited early access discount of $395. Includes custom-color Cove. (Valued at $695)
Each package comes with an added bonus: a branded Leon notebook and t-shirt, valued at $45. Backers can choose their Cove’s finish from one of three elegant colors: Almond, Black or Slate Gray.
For more information and to sign up for Cove updates, visit the Cove Indiegogo campaign site, titled Cove by Leon, beginning June 6.
About Leon Speakers
Leon brings a creative approach to the AV industry by designing and manufacturing customizable speakers and technology concealment solutions that enhance the sound and style of any space. For over 25 years, they have been a leader in the conversation on merging design with technology, creating innovative products that serve both the Residential and Commercial markets. Learn more on their website.
Media Contacts
Press Contact: Katye (McGregor) Bennett of KMB Communications, (425) 328-8640 or [email protected]
Company Contact: Carolyn Ceccoli, Sales & Marketing Director at Leon Speakers, (734) 926-4092 or [email protected]
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by KMB Communications | Jun 3, 2022 | Leon Speakers, Trade Show news
InfoComm 2022 Booth #W637
An addition to Leon’s Terra LuminSound TrLs50 collection, the new 32-inch-tall Terra LuminSound Bollard enhances outdoor areas with exceptional audio and adjustable lighting.
[Ann Arbor, MI] – June 1, 2022 – Building off the popularity of its newly redesigned Terra LuminSound outdoor speaker line, Leon introduces a redesigned, taller model. The Terra LuminSound Bollard speaker features the same handcrafted components and built-in low voltage lighting as the shorter landscape version but stands taller thanks to a 21-inch aircraft-grade aluminum base. At an overall height of 32 inches and available with halo and adjustable pathway lighting, the Terra LuminSound Bollard beautifully defines and enhances any residential or commercial outdoor space.
“As we all continue spending more time outside, Leon wants to give integrators more design options that add audiovisual ambiance to commercial and residential environments,” says Noah Kaplan, Leon founder and president. “With premium customizable powder coat finishes, the Terra LuminSound Bollard delivers exceptional sound and style to pathways, rooftops, outdoor kitchens, and more.”
Incorporating audio and lighting in one compact, IP67-rated enclosure, the Terra LuminSound Bollard provides premium sound in a sleek, customizable package that is designed and built to withstand even the harshest of climates. It’s available with commercial-grade lighting that can be adjusted to illuminate pathways, landscaping, and architectural details. Hardscape mounting is the preferred installation method for the bollard model, and like all Terra products, it is handcrafted in the USA and comes with a limited lifetime warranty.
Where to See Leon Speakers
Leon invites InfoComm attendees to visit booth W637 to see the Terra LuminSound Bollard speakers, as well as other innovative design-friendly AV solutions for residential and commercial environments. To learn more about the Terra LuminSound Bollard, visithttps://www.leonspeakers.com/trls50). Information about Leon’s entire line of design-forward outdoor and indoor speakers can be found at https://www.leonspeakers.com/.
About Leon
Leon brings a creative approach to technology by designing and manufacturing customizable speakers and technology concealment solutions that enhance the sound and style of any space. For 25 years, the company has been a leader in the conversation about merging design with technology, creating innovative products that serve both the Residential and Commercial markets. Learn more by visiting www.leonspeakers.com and by following @leonspeakers on social media.
Media Contacts
Press Contact: Katye (McGregor) Bennett of KMB Communications, (425) 328-8640 or [email protected]
Company Contact: Carolyn Ceccoli, Sales & Marketing Director at Leon Speakers, (734) 926-4092 or [email protected]
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by KMB Communications | May 31, 2018 | Leon Speakers
At InfoComm 2018, Leon is pushing product development in other audio categories to give integrators more options than ever.
Ann Arbor, MI – (May 2018) – Leon Speakers, an American manufacturer of design-driven custom audio and audiovisual solutions, will be exhibiting their full palette of products at this year’s InfoComm 2018 show (booth N2938) in Las Vegas from June 6–8. The company will be introducing new models to their in-ceiling line and showing an expansion of their outdoor speaker portfolio resulting from their recent acquisition of Terra Speakers.
After much anticipation, the Axis Pro Design Series will be debuting at InfoComm 2018, the first commercial-grade in-ceiling speakers that Leon has offered. UL listed with plenum-rated steel back cans and 70-volt transformers, Axis Pro Design is available in three models and comes standard with circle grills, but is also available with square or custom-painted grills to match any finish. For ultimate customization, Leon’s new Décor Grills were designed exclusively for this new series and offer a variety of stylized models that are handcrafted from premium materials to add a unique aesthetic.
Also new at Leon’s InfoComm 2018 booth will be the inclusion of Terra Speakers, the Maine-based speaker manufacturer that Leon announced their acquisition of earlier this month. Terra creates rugged, high-performance indoor and outdoor speakers that are built to last in any climate. The merger added over a dozen all-weather, IP67-rated speakers to Leon’s portfolio, including the AC Series and AC FIVE Series of outdoor speakers and subwoofers, and the LuminSound™ Series which incorporates LED lighting and sound in one design, perfect for outdoor landscapes.
In addition to outdoor audio, Terra also has a House of Worship line that has been installed in over 2,500 locations across the US. Leon has not previously been a player in the House of Worship market so the company is excited to bring Terra’s extensive expertise in the area to their existing dealerbase.
“Mixing art with audio and design with technology—that’s the vision that gave us life. Twenty years later, Leon continues to change the way we see technology. We’re excited to expand our product lines to offer more integration options than ever to meet the growing needs of the industry.” said Mike Fencil, Leon’s Commercial Sales Director.
Leon will also be showcasing their new OTO MCA 200 modular control amplifier, the new powered Aaros ACS8-200 ultra-thin subwoofer, a selection of their best-selling Horizon Series soundbars and Profile Series sidemount speakers, custom audio solutions for videoconferencing and video walls, a variety of discreet architectural speakers, and Media Décor TV concealment products, including the popular Edge Media Frame.
Visit Leon at InfoComm 2018: Booth N2938.
About Leon Speakers
Leon Speakers is an American manufacturer of custom audio and audiovisual solutions that mix art with audio and design with technology. For over 20 years, their team of artists, designers, engineers, and craftsmen have been meticulously handcrafting a full palette of custom speakers and technology treatments to deliver Picture Perfect Sound® to both residential and commercial spaces. Leon products are available exclusively at high-end audio/video dealers. Visit www.leoncommercialsound.com or call 1.888.213.5015 to find dealer locations worldwide.
by KMB Communications | May 2, 2018 | Leon Speakers
The two companies announced their merger today which will add dozens of products to Leon’s current portfolio, bringing more American-made audio than ever to their dealerbase
Ann Arbor, MI – Leon Speakers announced that they have acquired Terra Speakers, Maine-based manufacturer of rugged, all-weather speakers. This purchase greatly expands Leon’s portfolio of high-performance, custom loudspeakers, providing new residential and commercial business opportunities.
Leon and Terra have a long history of working together that dates back over a decade with Leon president Noah Kaplan and Terra president James Banfield having collaborated extensively on product development. Terra’s All Climate FIVE line of all-weather loudspeakers was designed in partnership with Kaplan, and Leon’s Boundary Series outdoor speakers are made with drivers manufactured by Terra at its Maine plant.
“We’ve been collaborating with Terra for years now and over that time we’ve found that our companies share a lot of the same core values and the common vision of creating high-performance, design-driven audio products that are made right here in America” said Kaplan. “We’re both passionate about art, music, design, and craftsmanship, and Terra’s strong expertise in the outdoor market will be a huge asset to our company.”
The acquisition will bring a whole host of new products to Leon’s current residential and commercial product lines, especially bolstering their outdoor audio offerings. Terra is known in the industry for creating durable speakers that are built to thrive in rugged weather conditions, and their current product line will help to build out Leon’s Boundary Series of outdoor speakers. The merger also opens up new opportunities in the professional and house of worship market on the commercial side of their business, as Terra has been a player in this area for many years.
“The merger just made sense for us and for Leon,” said Banfield. “We are especially excited, as it brings Terra to a larger base of customers, reps, and dealers. And it will mean that our collective products can continue to grow, while continuing to keep our operations here in the country. Both companies are able to assure quality because we make our products from start to finish right in house.”
Of the merger, Kaplan offered his excitement. “We have both been building handcrafted custom audio products for over two decades so we speak the same language, we face the same challenges, and above all we love what we do. We are ready to evolve together to meet the needs of the ever changing landscape of custom audio and design.”
About Leon Speakers
Leon Speakers is an American manufacturer of custom audio and audiovisual solutions that mix art with audio and design with technology. For over 20 years, Leon’s team of artists, designers, engineers, and craftsmen have been meticulously handcrafting a full palette of custom speakers and technology treatments to deliver Picture Perfect Sound® to both residential and commercial spaces. Leon products are available exclusively at high-end audio/video dealers. Visit www.leonspeakers.com or call 1.888.213.5015 to find dealer locations worldwide.
About Terra Speakers
Terra Speakers has specialized in high-performance, all-weather indoor and outdoor speakers for 20 years. Every Terra product is manufactured in Maine, designed to withstand the rigors of all-climate exposure and sold only through audio/video professionals. The company was named Maine’s Exporter of the Year by the Small Business Association. Find out more about Terra at www.terraspeakers.com
by KMB Communications | Feb 5, 2018 | Leon Speakers
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Leon Debuts Innovative New Custom Audio Products at Integrated Systems Europe 2018
Ann Arbor, MI (January 3, 2018) Leon Speakers, American manufacturer of custom audio and audiovisual solutions that mix art with audio and design with technology for both residential and commercial spaces, will be exhibiting at this year’s Integrated Systems Europe show in Amsterdam from 6-9 February as part of the Custom Home Europe Stand (1-N85).
The company will be debuting a variety of their latest products to the global audience that both prove their commitment to the high-fidelity audio market and their passion for developing groundbreaking, custom AV solutions. In addition, they plan to showcase a number of existing products from their current portfolio, including models from their front soundstage, architectural, and subwoofers lines, as well as their award-winning Tonecase products for concealing Sonos® speakers.
Products Not to Miss
Horizon Interactive FIT Soundbar: A Revolutionary Approach to Integration
Unlike any other product on the market, Leon’s new, patent-pending Horizon Interactive FIT soundbar provides high-fidelity audio with dedicated internal storage space to discreetly house small AV components such as Apple TV, Amazon Echo Dot, Roku, Leon’s own OTO-MCA modular amp, and more. A custom-width grill completes the package, creating a clean, unified design aesthetic that perfectly integrates today’s technologies into any space.
OTO MCA (Modular Control Amplifier) 200: Make Any Leon Plug & Play
Leon’s new OTO MCA 200 makes integrating Leon’s custom speakers into any system easier than ever. This new, high-powered amplifier offers ultimate power, DAC and full feature control, and can be built into the new Leon Horizon Interactive FIT soundbar or used as an auxiliary amp for any Leon system. Leon partnered with AudioControl to bring the high performance, American-made OTO MCA 200 to life.
Boundary Series Outdoor Speakers: Endless Finish Options for Ultimate Customization
Experience outdoor audio like never before with Leon’s Boundary Series speakers built from solid aluminum and powder coated with UV-resistant finish to withstand the elements. Using custom hydrographic printing, the Boundary Series can be finished to blend into any outdoor environment, from stone, to rustic hardwoods, to stainless steel, and more.
About Leon Speakers
Leon Speakers is an American manufacturer of custom audio and audiovisual solutions that combine art with audio and design with technology. Established in 1997, Leon’s team of artists, designers, engineers, and craftsmen meticulously handcraft a full palette of custom speakers and media treatments that deliver Picture Perfect Sound® to both residential and commercial environments. Leon products are available exclusively at high-end audio/video dealers. Visit www.leonspeakers.com or call 1.888.213.5015 to find dealer locations worldwide.
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Media Contact
For interviews, reviews, or media tours, please contact Katye (McGregor) Bennett of KMB Communications, Inc. by phoning (425) 328-8640 or emailing [email protected].
Designed to meet the demands of the modern worker, Cove by Leon helps you look, sound and feel your best at work, home or anywhere in between. With its dimmable lighting, sound-dampening technology and sleek design, Cove represents a new way to work in 2022.
Experts estimate that by the end of 2022, 25% of all North American professional jobs will be remote—with that number continuing to increase into 2023. Though the work landscape is changing rapidly, current workplace technology desktop design has yet to catch up to many of the new demands associated with remote, hybrid and even on-site work. Cove represents a brand new solution to today’s increased conferencing and screen time demands.
