Origin Acoustics introduced its Origin PRO line of commercial-grade speakers and amplifiers. Derived from Origin Acoustics’ residential architectural loudspeakers, the company says the Origin PRO has taken the same feature-rich product ethos toward the commercial installation market. Origin Acoustics says a complete line of Origin PRO speakers is available in three form factors: in-ceiling, surface […]

Origin Acoustics announced the expansion and acoustic technology upgrades of its Ambisonic Bollard landscape speaker solutions. The speakers will feature Ambisonic ribbon tweeter technology, expand from two to three speaker sizes to complete the series, and introduce a new hexagonal design to complement any residential or commercial outdoor space. The Ambisonic Systems Bollard landscape speakers […]

Here’s our final episode of rAVe [TV] during CEDIA Expo/Commercial Integrator Expo 2023. On this episode, our guests include Jason McGraw, Group Vice President, CEDIA Expo, Commercial Integrator Expo and KBIS, Emerald, John Henkel, Director of SMB Product Marketing, NETGEAR and Chuck Espinoza, Global Education Director, Aurora Multimedia. We talk about the final show floor […]

Origin Acoustics announced something it calls Boundaryless Listening Experience with Natural Depth Sound (BLENDS) invisible speakers at CEDIA 2023 (booth 2133). BLENDS is the collaboration between Origin Acoustics and Amina Technologies. The companies claim the BLENDS invisible speaker line is the first to feature a 60-minute UL fire-rated product in both 70V and 8ohm for […]

Origin Acoustics just announced a new line of commercial-grade Origin Pro Amplifiers aimed at both high-end residential as well as commercial applications. Derived from the success of Origin Acoustics’ residential architectural loudspeakers, Origin Pro has taken the same product ethos toward the commercial installation market. The Origin Pro full-matrix DSP-enabled amplifiers allow for two- and […]

Origin Acoustics announced a strategic partnership with WiiM, a technology brand that provides smart home experiences through accessible AI-connected products. Origin Acoustics and WiiM have joined forces to co-develop WiiM Professional CI Series products, designed to cater to both residential and commercial custom installations. WiiM’s expertise in streaming audio software and hardware has led to […]

I never thought I’d say that I would be attending a wedding at a trade show, but on Sept. 8, I’m taking the party over to the Origin Acoustics booth at CEDIA Expo to watch Joe Whitaker and Sarah Duvall take their vows. Gary and I even welcomed them on this episode of rAVe [TV]! […]

Origin Acoustics announced that the new Bollard 10 outdoor landscape speakers from Ambisonic Systems are now available. The new Ambisonic Big Bollard 10 delivers “performance from an aesthetic design for any residential or commercial outdoor application.” Available with round or square aluminum sleeves in silver, black or bronze finish. Each speaker contains a 10” subwoofer, […]

Following on the heels of Crestron’s recent NETGEAR partnership, Origin Acoustics also announced a new strategic partnership with NETGEAR that allows them to resell and support NETGEAR’s CI-focused wired and wireless offerings. All models of the NETGEAR AV’s M4250 and M4300 lines of managed switches and five models of the Pro WiFi Access Point products are now available directly from […]

Crestron Electronics announced an expansion of the company’s audio portfolio with four new products, including three additions to the Crestron Speakers made by Origin Acoustics Ultimate Series line and an all-weather model of Crestron’s Saros Surface Mount Speakers. Built natively for the Crestron Home OS and for integration with custom systems, these new audio solutions […]

For my first CEDIA Expo 2022 press conference, I attended one for Origin Acoustics — the company has been quite busy this year, especially ahead of CEDIA Expo — I feel as though I’ve received news from them almost every day for the past few weeks. As it turns out, the company has had a […]

Origin Acoustics just announced its new design-centric and installation flexible soundbars. The new line of Origin Acoustics soundbars includes several unique features designed to address the cosmetic needs of consumers, along with the installation flexibility needed for today’s design-centric homes. The line consists of eight multichannel models, which align with most TV widths and utilize […]

Origin Acoustics announced a strategic partnership by becoming the exclusive U.S. importer of Velodyne Acoustics. Origin Acoustics is bringing back this brand to the U.S. market by partnering with Velodyne Acoustics’ new ownership, Audio Reference, out of Hamburg, Germany. Velodyne Acoustics started in 1983 with the aim of “transforming the enjoyment of music and movies […]

Origin Acoustics plans to show how it has EVOLVED since its inception in 2014. While the brand’s heritage dates back to the first architectural speaker manufacturer, the Origin brand has only been around for eight years and claims to be one of the top brands used by today’s custom installers. Announced back in 2017, the […]

Origin Acoustics announced its new Slimline 10” Powered Subwoofer to debut at CEDIA at Booth #16069. Origin Acoustics further expands their line of subwoofers with the SUBS10 Slimline Subwoofer. Featuring a 10” woven fiberglass woofer and a built-in amplifier delivering up to 400 watts of peak performance. The SUBS10 offers maximum design flexibility with wall mount or in room options, […]

Origin Acoustics just debuted its Minimal Opening System Design Centric Speakers. The new MOS36 is the latest addition to the minimum opening system line of products from Origin Acoustics. Our easy-to-install enclosure provides amazing low-frequency response from a 6” fiberglass woofer, which ports around a 2” wide-band aluminum driver, providing a well-balanced sound from a […]

Origin Acoustics says the new Ambisonic Big Bollard Landscape Speaker System will make its debut at CEDIA Expo. The new Big Bollard from Ambisonic delivers performance and design for any residential or commercial outdoor application. Available with round or square aluminum sleeves in silver, black and bronze, each speaker contains a 10” subwoofer, 6.5” polypropylene […]

Origin Acoustics announced its latest category expansion in a new “Origin Pro” category of ProAV speaker solutions. Origin debuted 3 UL 1480A approved models available with either a 5”, 6”, or 8” IMPP high-performance woofer. The woofer is accompanied by a 1” aluminum tweeter designed specifically for “today’s high-demand commercial applications.” Origin says front-mounted wiring […]

Origin Acoustics has announced an expanded partnership with Bang & Olufsen. Since 2016, Origin Acoustics (OA) has been collaborating with Bang & Olufsen on the co-design and manufacturing of certain architectural loudspeakers, now Origin has been named to U.S. Brand Manager for Bang & Olufsen’s full portfolio in the custom channel. The companies say the new relationship will […]

Origin Acoustics will use CEDIA Expo to debit its commercial slim speaker lineup to help residential integrators to get into the ProAV market. The PC60S UL 1480A approved ceiling speaker using a 6.5” IMPP high-performance woofer with a 1” DPSD silk tweeter for a smooth and balanced sound. The speaker is enclosed in a metal […]

Origin Acoustics announces its latest category expansion in its Surface Mount outdoor line of speaker solutions. Origin will have three models available, with either a 5”, 6” or 8” IMPP high-performance woofer, which delivers “great low-end from a sealed enclosure.” The woofer is accompanied by a 1” aluminum tweeter designed specifically for outdoor environments. The […]

Origin Acoustics and its co-founder, Jeremy Burkhardt, are supporting Save Red Rock’s “Make It Rain” Cloud Seeding Project to preserve, protect and improve the Red Rock area and aquifer supplies. Origin Acoustics is helping make rain in Nevada. Save Red Rock is partnering with DRI to fund a cloud seeding program that will augment precipitation […]

Origin Acoustics says it will welcome dealers back to CEDIA Expo (and hand out free drinks)! Located at the lower-level main entrance by the shuttle drop-off area on Lamar Street, Origin will have a DJ booth set up, starting on Thursday, to build excitement for the attendees for what Origin says will be their biggest […]

Origin Acoustics has announced a new retrofittable Universal Fire Enclosure. The Intertek/ETL certified UFE1160 speaker cover is a dome-shaped intumescent enclosure, specifically designed to keep the integrity of fire-resistant ceilings for ONE HOUR with in-ceiling speakers. This product is retrofittable and is certified to work with any speaker with a diameter between 5 7/8” and […]

Origin Acoustics has announced Joe Whitaker as VP of Business Development. Joe Whitaker has been a longtime ally and supporter of Origin Acoustics and has worked on multiple product developments as a consultant, contributor and friend. Joe brings a great deal of CI industry expertise, insight and knowledge to the table. “Origin Acoustics seeks to […]

Origin Acoustics announced that the new Professional Collection In-Ceiling and Pendant Speakers are now available for shipping. Each model is a two-way loudspeaker with a pivoting silk DPSD tweeter that utilizes Origin’s patented Multi-Motion Pivoting for aiming and dispersion. The new in-ceiling models are available in three sizes: the PC50, PC60 and PC80. The new […]

Origin Acoustics announced they’ve purchased Ambisonic Systems, a manufacturer of performance luxury pro and residential loudspeaker systems from Lake Havasu City, Arizona. The company was founded in 2009 by Jeffery Coombs and specializes in high-output, audiophile-quality sound reinforcement loudspeakers and ribbon-line arrays. The full range of Ambisonic Systems loudspeakers includes a vast line of outdoor […]

CEDIA Expo will take place later this week on Sept. 1-3, 2021, at the Indiana Convention Center in Indianapolis, Indiana. You can find THE rAVe Agency’s coverage of the Expo on our microsite here. “There’s no other show this year that will offer an opportunity to see and hear what’s new in the residential technology […]

Origin Acoustics is now fully stocked and shipping its new line of Performance Subwoofers. The new Performance Subwoofer series delivers more volume, lower frequencies, a better aesthetic and it all sits in a smaller cabinet — according to Origin. The line features three floor-standing models with a $500 8-inch, $700 10-inch and $900 12-inch driver […]

Origin Acoustics is now the exclusive source (and worldwide distributor) for a particular product in the custom integration realm: the Ambisonic Systems Landscape Ribbon Six. Created by speaker designer Jeff Coombs and his team, the loudspeaker is the next iteration in Ambisonic’s line of audiophile pro-luxury speakers. Origin Acoustics has also, in fact, partnered to […]

Origin Acoustics announced its new Performance Subwoofers with the release of three new models of floor-standing powered subwoofers. The new collection features coated paper woofers, high-powered digital amplifiers and a lightly textured and brushed finish. These new subwoofers deliver more volume, lower frequencies — and it all fits in a small-sized cabinet. This collection benefits […]

Origin Acoustics announced the expansion of the company’s executive management team with the hiring of John Marchionda as its chief marketing officer (CMO) and the promotion of Marc Fisher as president of sales. In his new position, Marchionda will drive global brand marketing efforts for Origin Acoustics. Marc Fisher’s new role will now embrace all […]