Townshend Audio extends its deepest thanks to Alan Sircom, Editor of HiFi+, and the entire team at HiFi+ for recognizing their innovative contributions to the audio industry with an Innovation Award in 2021. This accolade is a testament to Townshend Audio’s dedication to pushing the boundaries of audio technology and design.
Alan Sircom’s reflections on Townshend Audio capture the essence of the company’s legacy and innovative spirit. “To some, Townshend Audio was the maker of the innovative Rock turntable. To others, it was the company behind the Glastonbury loudspeaker. More modern listeners might think of Townshend Audio in terms of its vibration isolation products, its super tweeters, its autotransformer-coupled preamplifiers, or its unique cable range. In fact, it’s all of these things and more,” he remarked.
For the past five decades, Townshend Audio has been at the forefront of audio innovation, consistently introducing products that challenge conventional thinking and solve complex problems with elegant simplicity. Their ability to see potential where others see none is a hallmark of their design philosophy. Sircom highlights this unique perspective by noting, “For example, most of us would see a couple of paving slabs and an inner tube from a car tyre and think ‘junk’, but Townshend Audio sees a self-levelling vibration isolation platform in the making.”
The recognition from HiFi+ underscores the importance of fostering creativity and free-thinking within the audio industry. “We need more free-thinking companies like Townshend Audio,” Sircom asserts. This sentiment resonates deeply with the Townshend team, who continue to strive for excellence and innovation in every product they create.
Townshend Audio is honored by this award and remains committed to delivering groundbreaking audio solutions that enhance the listening experience for audiophiles around the world. Their journey is one of passion, creativity, and a relentless pursuit of perfection, and they are grateful to HiFi+ for acknowledging their contributions to the field of high-fidelity audio.
