The most recognized part of the speakers so far - the blue tweeter and foam (edge diffraction diffuser) makes the monitors look uniquely without any logos.
New York // Ballston Lake
NY (Brooklyn and Ballston Lake) // Greg #jankowicz
Unlike other speaker manufacturers, the decision was made to place the logos on the top side, not to interfere with the unique look and style of the speakers front.
model M graphite // Korea
The first customer from Seoul got curious about my speakers when I was just crawling with promoting, I only had 4 photos and 20 followers on instagram (Dec 2019).
Through Instagram he found me on Facebook, read my post #part_1 about the rise of the speakers and wrote to me under one of the photos:
WooJae Kim #21follower_korea bought this set, model M/graphite.
In March 2020, the speakers arrived in Seoul, Korea. The second M/white loudspeakers, at the same time, has already landed in New York, USA.
Photo at Piotr Zabrodzki temporary studio of the beginning of 2020.
One of my favorite memories and a key period for my brand.
Let's go now to Poland
Polish manufacturers in the field of professional audio are very appreciated in the world.
For example:
I mentioned only a handful of companies, but they are known and respected in every corner of the world - Mexico, USA, Germany, Japan, France, Korea, India, Nigeria, South Africa
... every corner of the planet, there are professional and hobby recording studios everywhere.
Not only that, the products of these companies are some of the best in the respective branches of pro audio!
Here is an example of how one of the most famous sound engineers in the world Bob Katz, mastering Guru, winner of 3 Grammy awards, author of a book and a number of valuable publications about mastering, speaks about Polish company, emphasizing this fact:
link // group "Mastering Engineers Worldwide".
Even if we go back to the middle of the last century, a good example of outstanding achievements of Polish engineers in the audio field is
Stefan Kudelski.
His tape recorders were used on the Moon and at the bottom of the Mariana Trench. The Kudelski Group, a company he founded, produced NAGRA tape recorders. At the end of 1950s the "NAGRA III" model became the basic equipment of radio and television reporters. From the very beginning "NAGRA" tape recorders were distinguished by their compact size, incredibly precise workmanship and at the same time recording studio quality sound. At the same time "Nagra III" made the work of filmmakers so easy that in 1965 Stefan Kudelski received an Oscar for outstanding scientific and technical achievements. He was awarded another statuette in this category in 1978, thanks to the "NAGRA 4.2" tape recorder. In total, the Polish constructor won four Oscars.
I'm still a long way from global success, and I don't want to invest in traditional marketing to avoid raising the price of the product. I chose a very unusual and difficult way to advertise. But I have partially succeeded already. My speakers are already in South Korea and the USA (6850 km left and 7736 km right from Warsaw). And the story of the creation of the brand began with a spectacular blind purchase of my speakers by Damian Pietrasik (Quality studio) //
#part_1
beginning of linearpro™ history initiated in Q3 2018 and kept secret through 2020.
As of 2021, the M+W set (with LDRRad v3.0) has been recognized by many audio engineers as one of the best audio monitors for the studio.
Who are these
speakers for?
This is not a product for "typical" audiophiles, but for professional mastering & mix sound engineers or fans (music lovers) of true studio sound. Definitely these audio monitors will be most appreciated by mastering engineers!
In Q1 2022, thanks to Radoslaw Bednarek (sound engineer, music producer, musician), model M+W went as a major monitoring facility to another prestigious location in Poland. To a music studio (RB Music) at a school in Laski, which is located on the outskirts of Warsaw on the edge of the Kampinos National Park.
linearpro™ is a direct alternative to such legendary and worldwide respected loudspeakers as the
ATC SCM25A/45A SCM50ASL/100ASL,
PMC IB-1S/2S,
Lipinski L707,
Genelec 1037A/B/C 1038A/B/x 1237A/x 8260A
...
The story of meeting such legendary people as Andrzej Starzyk (CEO Looptrotter) and others will also tell another time ...
Flagship reference M model
Crafted for professional mastering, mix engineers and music producers.
Precise and transparent, natural tone and balanced frequency response. 100% timeless analog, handcrafted drivers pairing (±¼dB). Sealed enclosure, fast response (QTC0.7) & powerful bass.
Damian Handzlik
The "M" monitors with a cyberAMP v3.1 are great if not the best in their price range and there is no doubt about it.
Jeremiasz Hendzel➜ Then I tried measuring the setup using my Sonarworks Reference set of mic and software - the results were outrageous. The frequency response was really as flat as it gets, differing from the ideal curve by hardly more than 1dB through the most of the audio range.
The model M is a killer monitor which has no real competitors within its price tag.
Przemek Danilowicz // przemekdanilowicz.comlinearpro™ model M is my favorite listening. Totally stellar, in the studio
I also tested with brands such as Lipinski, PMC, Tannoy and Genelec
at which linearpro™ is my favorite Definitely recommend. If anyone hasn't heard it yet and is seriously interested I invite you to come to my studio for a listening session.
Oleksa Sodomora➜
One of the examples precision of sound linearpro™ can be heard perfectly clear in "Toxicity" by SOAD. The song is extremely dynamic with multiple layers and parts and they all can be heard clearly throufg the speakers. The quiet parts are lively with no excessive compression, the whispers of Serj can be heard effortlessly throughout the verses and bridge; Same gos for the orchestral parts here and there, coming in full through the end of the song.
Definitely one of the best monitors - in a class of its own as legendary Lipinski L-707.
And I really like the lack of DSP - a true analog.
Call me old fashioned.
Damian Pietrasik
#part_1 The best speakers I've had to date. There is no doubt about it. Absolutely brilliant, linear speaker system - this is THE BOMB!
Linear Audio M v2.0 surpass Genelec 1037B. Sound quality is a class higher. Clarity, depth, listening precision in every band.
One of the reasons why the model M speakers are so well suited for use in a recording studio is their ability to produce a more accurate and natural sound compared to other highend monitors.
Once you try it you'll never forget it.
If there is a musical G-spot then linearpro™ model M+W definitely know its location.
I have had the pleasure of working on the PMC IB1S (similar price shelf) that are in the second director Quality Studio (Warsaw) and model M from #linearpro, it's a razor blade for me in comparison.
Eric Kulm Jr.➜
I've never heard anything like this.
These speakers changed my concept of making music.
Every slightest change in eq is audible, taking the understanding of precision to a completely different level.
It's a game changer.
Thank you Marian that I was lucky to meet you and these speakers.
M+W they will be with me for the rest of my life.
This M model can also be seen in some music videos.
I recommend this beautiful song, which I really like:
The model S (smaller near-field monitors) was finally perfected in 2022.
It's based on almost the same components as the M model, but is smaller, allocated more for home sound systems, smaller home recording studios or as secondary speakers for
Dolby Atmos 7.1.4, Auro-3D, DTS:X, 5.1/7.1 ...
model S/grey [ RAL-7004 ]
The LDRRad™ (Linear Dual Ring Radiator)
tweeter eliminates diffraction ripples (edge diffraction diffuser). The foam/felt
around the driver helps smooth out the reflection effect and balances the bandwidth. It's not
a horn guide or tube. Similar analog equalizer solutions have been used by Duntech Audio &
Dunlavy Audio Labs (John Dunlavy), Lipinski Sound (Andrew Lipinski), Bauta Speakers (Jacek
Gawlowski) or audiophile Wilson Audio (David A.Wilson & Sheryl Lee Wilson), Avalon Acoustics
(Charles Hansen & Neil Patel) and others.
Phase cone ( wave guide for optimized frequency response and dispersion ) and damping chamber on the back side of the diaphragm is custom made
(based on Scan-Speak OEM parts).
model S/white
[ RAL-9003 ]
One more ideology that I followed during the design was to make the speakers very small, with high parameters (compact size & high power):
Key Features and Enhancements
① Custom tweeter LDRRad™ and woofer created a relatively small speaker with powerful sound.
In addition, taking the active electronics outside and placing them in a separate 1U rack enclosure further reduced the size of the speakers.
② Compact size & high power.
When comparing many competing pro audio monitors, the size of ours is more than double smaller, while maintaining identical power!
③ The ability to use a VESA mount (standard 100x100 mm) to the wall or ceiling. The mounts are located on the back and bottom of the housing (when the speaker is inverted - the top).
④ With VESA and multiple-connector™ (back or bottom) gives you the flexibility to position the speaker or hang it on the wall or ceiling. Speakers can be placed in any position, upside down or fully flush to the wall.
⑤ The multiple-connector™ use the SpeakON connectors (made by Neutrik®).
This "i-SpeakON" quick-connect interface includes a 4-wire connection for transmitting analog audio and RISM™ control signals.
⑥ Spikes that can be mounted to the base of the speaker (at the bottom, 3 pcs) provide stability to the speaker while self-leveling.
Using spikes to bring the loudspeaker into contact with the ground helps reduce unwanted vibrations.
⑦
The closed enclosure offers, first of all, more precise and responsive bass. But it also means nicer bass, compared to bass reflex enclosures. Nowadays, such designs are less and less used by manufacturers, because it is difficult to design and thus not very profitable in terms of revenue.
⑧ Physical time alignment gives ultra-precise phase alignment between tweeter and woofer.
In addition, a special tweeter foam eleminates diffraction ripples.
Combined with 100% analog design, it gives a natural reference sound without distortion.
⑨ The solid and thick MDF cabinet (front: 5cm/~2inches) eliminates "boxy" sound.
In addition, the whole structure is very heavy, which translates into better sound quality due to the elimination of vibrations.
⑩ Safe-front™ designed to protect the drivers.
The front baffle has been specifically designed to protect the drivers from damage during transport or relocation.
Safe-front allows speaker to be placed with front facing a flat surface.
It is possible to place the speakers one on top of the other touching their front surfaces of the cabinet, without damaging the drivers (tweeter & woofer).
In the final v3+ version, the LDRRad foam does not need to be removed for transportation.
At the same time giving the speakers an original and singular shape.
⑪ The corners and edges of the enclosure have a slight rounding to protect the enclosure from bumps when moving/transporting.
⑫ Special extreme enclosure IP64 (International Protection Rating "64" - norm IEC 60529) painted with special paints that retain their elesticity under impact.
⑬ Speakers can be ordered in any RAL color.
⑭ The NFC smart label (top) is used to store configuration and calibration data.
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All of the infographics and points above (shown on the model S) also apply to model M.
The infographic below is also about the S model.
The M model, in a nutshell, has one more woofer - it improves bass sound pressure by 4 times.
This fact makes the M model to have much powerfull bass.
The woofers are as approximated as possible to the tweeter (LDRRad with time alignment).
This gives a consistent sound emitted almost from a single point.
MDF sealed enclosure (5cm front and 3cm all sides except the front) glued with a special glue that retains flexibility, special extreme enclosure IP64 (norm IEC 60529) painted with special epoxy paints that retain their elesticity under impact.
The term "enclosure" refers to the entire final product with drivers, meaning the whole thing with woofers and tweeter meets ingress IP-64 rating (the outer shell of the housing itself meets military IP-67 standards).
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Additional explanations about products in /preorder:
Colors
Speakers can be ordered in any RAL color. Extreme IP64 semi-matte paint.
It is impossible to produce only certain colors that not meets the capabilities of the manufacturer of IP64 paint, not possible to produce only a few of the very bright/luminous colors.
If you don't want to decide on your own color, I suggest my carefully selected branded colors:
white RAL-9003, grey RAL-7004 or graphite RAL-7024.
S model
Everybody's best friend, regardless of age
2023 // TIMELESS SOUND & DESIGN
Put the game sound to the highest level
HOME STUDIO
I will post more photos of S in some time, as pictures are sent in by customers ...
Reviews about appearance
"LinearPro™ - Highest Professional Fidelity audio meets minimalist sculptured art. These beautiful monitors promise to be a worthy addition to any mastering engineer's toolbox, with refined styling to match any environment.
Whether they be implemented as main (model M) or secondary references (model S), LinearPro will be the centerpiece of your studio's design!
Their elegant and unique style is set to make LinearPro monitors an instantly recognizable future classic.
I can't wait to add a set to my studio!"
CJ Barnard / CeeJay
(Project collaborator from Pretoria, South Africa)
"I've always wondered where creators get the courage and tenacity to rise from obscurity to become authorities, as very rarely happens in the world of product design. And how the icons that put them in that place are created. We usually hear these stories after a success. For several years I have been closely following Marian Mlodnicki's efforts to create uncompromising quality speakers that the world will hear about. I firmly believe that we are witnessing the birth of such an iconic product."
Maciej Przemyslaw Wrobel
"Linearpro speakers are very innovative in terms of design. The loudspeakers look simple, but because of that you can trust them. The design is unique yet ascetic. They look like a professional tool.
Something that captivated me about the Lipinski L-707 when I first heard them was the crystal clarity of the sound. I used them for many years. But Marian has highlighted this quality even more in her "M" loudspeakers, making the linearpro™ monitors an ideal tool for mastering.
Marian is an expressive character. He is a true enthusiast, a tireless engineer and optimist, and has created a product appreciated by outstanding professionals."
Piotr Zabrodzki // www.zabrodzki.com
(Producer, amazing musician, talented multi-instrumentalist)
"I've known Marian Mlodnicki since I was a kid, we were sitting next to each other at school. I jokingly say that my success and talent as a photographer is thanks to energy I received from Marian sitting next to me in the bench :) We renewed contact between us only after a quarter of a century since 1994. I am not surprised by what I see here as well as others write about him and his artwork."
Oles Cheresko
(Renowned & talented photographer. Slovakia)
"They looked quite inconspicuous. The casing - very simple, without any spoilers.
An unusual light gray color.
The only distinctive elements were the foam around the tweeter and the blue tip of the tweeter.
No logo or lettering on the front.
Was the ascetic design supposed to give the impression that the whole construction is oriented towards sound?
I would not mind."
Daniel Jankowski
(User of M+W model. Warsaw, Poland)
"What caught my attention was the front look, it was unique, not like the regular monitors we know of.
You'll always want to have that second look if you're seeing it for the first time.
I have heard the speakers production in some of the videos you have posted and it sounds amazing!"
Ebenezer Aifuwa
(Follower from Benin, Nigeria)
"I've had a lot of work recently.
When I was finally able to go on vacation to Barcelona, first thing I packed were my linearpro speakers!
Thanks to the Extreme+ enclosure I was not afraid for their safety.
I love my loudspeakers. M+W they will be with me for the rest of my life."
Eric Kulm Jr.
(Talented, award-winning polish actor. Poland)
"I might not be a best person to evaluate the sound, but
as a creative director and designer I pay special attention to the design
and aesthetics. These monitors represent world-class, eye-catching, timeless design
which you won't confuse with anything else.
I wish it was me who designed them!"
Jan Nietrzebka
(Well-known designer, CEO Abstrawagancja.pl)
"I was incredibly stunned when I saw the speakers for the first time.
Very well made, weighty and built with high quality materials.
I also had an opportunity to witness part of the process of making one of them, that's how I know that they are created with passion.
As a person who consideres himself as an artist, I can without a doubt call them a piece of modern art.
Marian gave me the opportunity to get to know the model S for the past few weeks.
It was an amazing experience, the music that I thought I knew, turned out to be million times better, the speakers unveiled it's true depth and amazing production."
Antoni Lylyk
(Youngest project collaborator. Warsaw, Poland)
"After many years I visited my old friend Marian #mlodnicki at his company D79 in the center of Warsaw.
As I've been interested in building audio components and everything related to great sound since I was young, my eyes were immediately drawn to those beautiful, solid enclosures."
Wojciech Frackiewicz
(Music enthusiast. Warsaw, Poland)
"The linearpro™ speakers and logo designs are good, very modern and clean, that's a designer by heart for sure.
The "fully analog" signal chain makes the product futureproof. No additional ADC and DAC conversion is key in a pure mastering chain. This is impressive, I can't wait to finally listen to them."
Jan Gerhard
(Project collaborator. Sound engineer. Germany)
"Marian, Your speakers make me so emotional that I even get a little nervous. So cool, but unfortunately not mine. The combination of black and white has always dominated over other colors. Amazing, Marian, keep it up. I would love to visit you and play guitar on your speakers, or just listen to music on good quality equipment."
Leonid Chernienko
(Musican. Follower from Halych, Ukraine)
"Amazing and unique design with a reference to timeless classics.
Simple but beautiful."
Dr. Halszka Kaminska
(Cardiologist, user of S model. Poland)
If you like perfect sound and unique ascetic design,
You've come to the right brand.
I hope you enjoyed my design and my artwork.
* Look at this speaker on top of the glacier.
Do you recognize it?
Although the graphic consists of very few pixels you can see that it's a linearpro™ model M, white.
Would you recognize any other company's speakers when reduced to such a small size? ;)
NaviBand & TAYANNA - BIZHY
