ABOUT

Funktion-one Design and Manufacture High Performance Loudspeaker Systems

Their uncompromising approach to loudspeaker design avoids the use of corrective EQ and focuses on engineering loudspeakers that naturally perform at the highest level. The result is maximum resolution, realism and, ultimately, involving listening experiences.

Almost all modern loudspeakers require significant pre-set or controller EQ. In contrast, Funktion-One have always designed acoustically flat loudspeaker systems, requiring only crossover filters, relative delays and gains. The advantages of this approach are headroom preservation and system linearity, as well as a clearer, more natural audio presentation. Designing their own transducers (down to the finest details) and, in combination with their unique waveguide and loading technology, Funktion-One achieve minimum distortion, maximum efficiency and controlled, consistent directivity.

We believe it is good engineering to maximise the efficiency of these loudspeakers. As well as being kinder to the environment, high efficiency loudspeakers have such an exciting, dynamic and engaging sound quality. The results of this work of improving loudspeaker efficiency are self-evident. Significantly fewer Funktion-One loudspeakers and amplifiers are required in comparison to other systems in the market, meaning reduced power consumption and CO2 emissions, and emotive listening experiences.

The Funktion-One R&D team has a long history of innovation. It is responsible for a series of industry firsts, including the 21” loudspeaker frame size, the turnkey package touring system, and the integrated loudspeaker management system. Furthermore, as early adopters of live spatial audio technology, computer-based electroacoustic measurement systems, composite cabinet and diaphragm materials, Neodymium magnets and PWM (Class D) amplification. 

All critical design decisions at Funktion-One are informed by comprehensive listening tests. The results of these tests are validated by in-depth electroacoustic measurements with both industry-standard and bespoke instrumentation and software. They have designed and constructed a robot for automated 3D directivity measurement of loudspeakers and arrays weighing over 300kg and have developed a range of new measurement types and methods in pursuit of audio excellence.