Hidden Audio
Artison
Invisible High-Performance Audio — Hidden Subwoofers and Speakers for Purist Installations
Request System DesignOverview
Artison specializes in hidden high-performance audio — speakers and subwoofers designed to deliver serious audiophile-grade sound from completely invisible installations. Their RCC (Reactance Cancelling Configuration) technology uses opposed-driver designs that eliminate cabinet vibration, enabling powerful bass reproduction from in-wall and in-cabinet enclosures.
Where other hidden speaker brands compromise on performance for the sake of invisibility, Artison's patented technology delivers bass extension and dynamic range that rivals conventional freestanding speakers. Their in-wall subwoofers, in particular, solve one of the most persistent challenges in luxury installations: delivering real bass without a visible subwoofer box.
Peters Audio Video specifies Artison for projects where uncompromised audio performance must coexist with zero visual equipment. Their RCC subwoofers are our go-to solution when the interior design demands no visible subwoofer but the client demands real bass.
Why We Specify
Why Peters Audio Video Installs Artison
RCC (Reactance Cancelling Configuration) technology uses opposed drivers to eliminate cabinet vibration — enabling powerful in-wall bass that other brands simply cannot match
In-wall and in-cabinet subwoofer designs deliver 20Hz extension from invisible installations
Portrait LCR speakers provide reference-quality front-stage audio from slim in-wall enclosures
Backpack modules attach behind drywall for completely invisible full-range speakers with zero grille or visual evidence
Nano amplifiers with DSP integration ensure every hidden speaker is precisely tuned to its specific installation environment
Consistent audiophile-grade performance across the product line means hidden speakers don't mean hidden compromises
Product Categories
RCC Subwoofers
Patented Reactance Cancelling Configuration subwoofers for in-wall and in-cabinet installation. Opposed-driver designs eliminate vibration while delivering bass extension to 20Hz from completely hidden positions.
Portrait LCR
Slim in-wall LCR speakers designed for front-stage home theater duty. Reference-quality performance from enclosures that mount between standard wall studs.
Backpack Speakers
Full-range speakers that mount behind drywall, radiating sound through the wall surface. Zero visual impact — no grille, no trim, no evidence of a speaker.
Nano Amplifiers
Compact amplifiers with built-in DSP designed to power Artison speakers with precise tuning for each installation's unique acoustic characteristics.
Smart Home Integration
Artison & Whole-Home Automation
RCC subwoofers pair with Savant processing for bass management across home theater and distributed audio zones
Nano amplifiers integrate with Savant and other automation platforms for zone-based volume and source control
Backpack speakers combine with Savant nano amplifiers for a completely invisible audio system from source to speaker
Pairs with KEF, Bowers & Wilkins, or Focal for hybrid systems where some channels are visible and others must disappear
Luxury Home Applications
Invisible Home Theater
Portrait LCR front channels with RCC in-wall subwoofers and Backpack surround speakers deliver reference theater sound in a room with zero visible audio equipment.
Minimalist Living Room
Backpack speakers behind drywall and RCC subwoofers in the wall cavity provide full-range music reproduction in a space where the architect permits no visible technology.
Master Suite Audio
Hidden speakers and subwoofer deliver immersive audio for music and TV in the most private room of the home, maintaining the serene aesthetic of a luxury bedroom.
Specification Review
Choosing Artison for Your Home
Compare the specific equipment proposed for your rooms, not the brand name alone. Artison families discussed on this page include RCC Subwoofers, Portrait LCR, Backpack Speakers, Nano Amplifiers. Availability, model specifications, firmware and third-party integration support need confirmation before a final design.
- Room fit: Request a model-level schedule showing where each component will be used, its mounting and power requirements, and any architectural compromises.
- Integration evidence: Identify the supported connection or driver for each required function. Separate physical compatibility from actual command support and test behavior when internet access is unavailable.
- Complete scope: Compare equipment, infrastructure, configuration, commissioning and documentation together. Confirm subscriptions, licenses, warranty terms and ongoing support separately in the proposal.
Useful project details: Your listening areas, preferred music services, ceiling details and whether speakers should be visible or concealed.
Request System DesignOur Process
How We Install Artison
Discovery & Design
Every Artison installation begins with a comprehensive consultation. We evaluate your home's architecture, existing infrastructure, and lifestyle needs to develop a detailed system proposal with room-by-room specifications and control interface design.
Architectural Coordination
For new builds and renovations, our team coordinates directly with architects and builders during the design phase — ensuring Artison infrastructure (conduit runs, power, equipment closets) is properly planned before walls close.
Professional Installation
Installation requirements depend on the selected Artison equipment: mounting, cabling, ventilation, power and configuration are coordinated with the project scope. Documentation records the installed components and relevant connections.
Calibration & Commissioning
After installation, we verify the specified Artison functions and system connections. Applicable audio, video or control settings are commissioned for the room, with owner orientation and documentation appropriate to the equipment.
Why Choose Peters Audio Video for Artison
Design-Led Specification
We recommend Artison only where it suits the room, the architecture and how you live — and explain the alternatives we considered, so the choice is yours.
Long-Term Stewardship
Ongoing care for your Artison system can include applicable updates, monitoring and planned changes. Services, response arrangements and eligibility depend on the written support agreement.
Charlotte-Based Expertise
Based in Charlotte and focused on luxury residential technology. Consultations and on-site work are scheduled around the agreed project scope; select larger projects are considered nationwide.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is RCC technology?
Reactance Cancelling Configuration uses two opposing drivers in a sealed enclosure. When one driver pushes forward, the other pushes backward, cancelling the vibration that would normally transfer to the wall. This enables powerful bass from in-wall installations without rattling the structure.
Can Artison subwoofers really match standalone subs?
In terms of bass extension, yes — RCC subwoofers achieve 20Hz extension comparable to high-quality freestanding subwoofers. Maximum output at the very lowest frequencies may be slightly lower, but for typical luxury residential listening, the performance is remarkable.
Do Artison hidden speakers require special wall construction?
Backpack speakers require a section of drywall without obstruction behind it, but standard residential construction works. RCC subwoofers need a between-stud cavity. We address all structural requirements during the pre-wire phase.
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Design Your Artison System
Every Artison installation begins with a conversation about your home, your lifestyle, and the experience you want technology to deliver.