Contents Obsessed with sound Philips sound heritage 05 Defining sound since the 1920s The radio goes global 06 A legend of the recording industry 08 The birth of portable audio 09 The CD revolution Obsessed with sound Pioneering connected audio 11 Fidelio heralds a new era Philips competencies 14 Fidelio sound 15 Golden Ears 17 Design and acoustic engineering 18 Sound and acoustics innovation engineers 20 Product designers Philips Fidelio 25 Headphones M1BT S2 30 Portable speakers P9
Philips sound heritage
Speech by Dutch Queen Wihelmina and Princess Juliana via a Philips short-wave Anton Philips, co-founder of Royal Philips N.V., with the one millionth radio set sold transmitter, 1927. in 1932. Defining sound since the 1920s The radio goes global For almost a century, Philips has pioneered audio innovations Philips’ next major innovation, introduced in 1927, was the that have transformed the way the world enjoys sound. pentode – a five electrode radio valve.
A legend of the recording industry Philips’ recording history began with the 1942 acquisition of Hollandsche Decca Distributie (HDD), exclusive Dutch distributor of Decca Records and gramophone producer. Philips Phonografische Industrie (PPI) was formed in 1950 as an entrant to the record manufacturing and recording industries. PPI played an important role in introducing the long-playing vinyl (LP) record to Europe and it distributed Mercury Records worldwide.
The word’s first compact cassette recorder, 1963. Compact discs at their peak – CD factory in Hannover, 1985. CD -100 – The world’s first CD player, 1982 (Invented by Philips in cooperation Streamium MC-i250 – The world’s first wireless broadband internet micro Hi-Fi with Sony). system, 2003.
Compact Cassette Recorder ‘Chapel Radio’ Radio Receiver Philetta Radio 1931 1955 Digital Compact Cassette Recorder Super Audio CD Player CD Player 1963 1982 Streamium Wireless Broadband Internet Micro Hi-Fi System 1992 2000 Philips Fidelio Primo Docking Speaker 2003 2010 2012 Fidelio heralds a new era Building on its credentials in audio, Philips went on to develop the Fidelio range, which marked the next chapter in Philips’ illustrious sound journey.
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Fidelio sound Golden Ears Philips’ acoustic engineers’ creativity and daring to think beyond At the heart of Philips’ audio division lies a team of expert the boundaries of current technologies is what drives their ideas engineers and technicians who share a common desire: to be for new products. Extensive research into emerging technologies, the best in sound.
Design and acoustic engineering At Philips, acoustic design and product design are inextricably Our engineers explored and incorporated new wireless linked. Both collaborate symbiotically throughout the technologies into our designers’ flexible and innovative design development process – from concept to production. During this that celebrated intuitive ease and enjoyment of use. And so, time, it is continuously refined in design and acoustics, passing the Fidelio SoundBar HTL9100 was born.
Sound and acoustics innovation engineers Benoît Burette Lee Kheng Wee Loic Tanghe Thomas Peeters The scientific side of sound and music has always been the most I joined Philips in 1991 as an acoustical engineer and will Every day I am inspired by the prospect of creating something As long as I can remember, I’ve been passionate about music and attractive to me.
Product designers Bazil Tung Charlie Bolton Greg Foster Wai Chung I’ve always been very hands-on since I was young, and I get I have been a product designer for over ten years, with seven of I first joined Philips in Melbourne in 1981, followed by The Philips is my first employer and I’m still working here now, so immense gratification out of making things with my hands. those years spent working at Philips.
Philips Fidelio
Philips Fidelio headphones The Philips Fidelio headphones range follows a simple design philosophy with a focus on unique functions. Its high fidelity sound signature is complemented by refined craftsmanship and offers music lovers a distinctive listening experience. Every material has been carefully selected for its unique characteristics, with the single-minded goal of offering the most comfortable and enjoyable experience, whether in your own home or on the go.
Philips Fidelio M1BT headphones The Philips Fidelio M1BT features seamless Bluetooth® 4.0 Two microphones, one for voice and the other for ambient connectivity with high definition sound and is the ideal companion noise, adjusts sound for optimal call quality. You can switch easily for anyone that enjoys high quality wireless music. Its lightweight between music and calls using the intuitive ear shell controls. yet robust construction is specifically developed for superb comfort on the go.
Philips Fidelio S2 headphones For a truly immersive and comfortable music experience on the go, look no further than the Fidelio S2, the result of our obsession with delivering high fidelity, balanced sound from an advanced design. After extensive testing, our designers decided on a durable copper alloy outer housing featuring a concave form to disperse pressure on the ear for longer wearing comfort.
Philips Fidelio portable speakers Mobile lifestyles demand high quality mobile music. Philips Fidelio wireless portable speakers deliver the perfect balance of convenient portability with high definition sound performance that is true to the original recording, as the artist intended, and in a truly portable format. Whether for enjoyment while traveling or around the house, you can immerse yourself in your favorite music, brought amazingly to life – wirelessly.
Philips Fidelio wireless portable speaker P9X The Fidelio P9X wireless portable speaker delivers perfectly on every Fidelio proposition, from its timeless and durable design to its signature clear and immersive sound performance. Conceptualized as a stretched mono block form factor, the speaker creates a wide stereo soundstage from a sophisticated yet understated design. It is finely crafted using real wood and premium materials, including robust aircraft grade aluminum for the front grille.
Philips Fidelio docking speakers Listen to music on headphones while out and about, then connect it to speakers back home in seconds. The exquisitely crafted Fidelio docking speakers unleash music with unadulterated gusto. Built to the standards of high-quality acoustic equipment, the range features custom-made docking speakers designed for Apple as well as Android products to ensure everybody can enjoy the same simple, plug-and-play functionality.
Philips Fidelio SoundSphere wireless speakers Philips Fidelio SoundSphere wireless speakers provide both high fidelity sound and hassle-free access to all your music from iTunes. They exemplify perfection through uncompromised excellence in acoustic engineering and exceptional craftsmanship. The stunning sound quality of the SoundSphere wireless speaker lies within its unique design, through the patented positioning of the tweeters and the woofer.
Philips Fidelio Primo wireless docking speaker Designed for audiophile quality, the Fidelio Primo wireless docking speaker with AirPlay offers wireless connectivity, AirPlay, and enhanced bass performance with even more clarity than its earlier generations. Enabling consumers to play music from their iPad, iPhone, or iPod with optimum precision, its crossover design lets you hear the detail of every note, in a natural and complete way.
Philips Fidelio wireless Hi-Fi Philips has long been a leader in wireless Hi-Fi, evolving the technology in line with the demands of music lovers around the world. A large music collection is no longer necessary since music can be streamed straight off the internet and accessed on smartphones, tablets and computers. This has had a significant impact on what can be expected from new wireless audio products.
Philips Fidelio wireless Hi-Fi range The Philips Fidelio wireless Hi-Fi range is designed for the The speakers can be expanded over time throughout your home connected audiophile. It combines advanced acoustic engineering and controlled directly from your handheld device. If you want with cutting-edge wireless technology and is fully compatible with to keep your existing speakers or Hi-Fi, the Fidelio wireless Hi-Fi all Apple and Android devices.
Philips Fidelio audio systems Consumers today can enjoy their music freely through convenient of wireless music streaming, while maintaining large CD collections. They demand great sound performance from versatile sound systems that allow them to do all this without hassle. Philips Fidelio audio systems are all integrated and capable of playing from multiple sources effortlessly.
Philips Fidelio sound towers The stately Philips Fidelio sound towers is designed to create As an ideal acoustic material, wood is unique in its ability to impact – in every sense of the word. combine advanced acoustic performance with stylish authenticity. The stiff properties of wood reduce the vibrations that could Its sleek form factor delivers amazingly wide, room-filling and interfere with the production of crystal clear sound. At the same immersive stereo sound.
Philips Fidelio home cinema sound The Philips Fidelio home theater range brings movies to life in your living room by surrounding you with Crystal Clear Sound from every angle. It boasts premium Fidelio design credentials and combines integrated connectivity features with advanced technologies for best-in-class sound quality. The Surround on Demand and SoundSphere DesignLine feature innovative design for discreet entertainment solutions to suit today’s modern living spaces.
Philips Fidelio E5 wireless surround cinema speakers Sound solutions for home entertainment are constantly evolving. the speaker and radiate around the cabinet. The refined profile The boundary between speaker systems for movies and for music also gains much more acoustic volume within its controlled is also blurring. These previously distinct product propositions are dimensions.
Philips Fidelio SoundSphere DesignLine Fidelio SoundSphere DesignLine is a Philips flagship home cinema The design and acoustics engineering are explicitly linked. Its speaker system designed to provide a pure sound experience elegantly rounded form is not just the result of design, it actually for consumers. This entails having the perfect balance between serves to enhance sound performance.
Philips Fidelio SoundHub 2.1 home cinema speakers The SoundHub is a category designed for growing group of consumers who want the full home cinema experience plus a powerful system for listening to music without their living rooms becoming dominated by numerous speakers and cables. An allin-one system, the Philips Fidelio SoundHub 2.1 speakers with amplifier and 360Sound allows you to enjoy movies and favorite music with best-in-class sound quality and the latest integrated connectivity features.
The journey continues Philips continues to set new standards for audio innovation with the Fidelio range, delivering the best sound performance through distinctive design, alongside intuitive user experiences. These values underpin everything we do and every product we create. The Fidelio range offers abundant options – headphones, wireless and wired audio, home cinema sound, and portable speakers – all deliver that ‘live’ listening experience, at home or on the move.
