Sigberg Audio Manta presentation (Video interview)
Sigberg Audio founder Thorbjørn Sigberg is interviewed by Stjernholm reviews about the Sigberg Audio Manta. In the video, Thorbjørn goes through the practical and technical aspects of the Manta.
Learn how it's built
Below you will find a list of articles that dive into technical subjects and / or details about the background or development of our products. Topics can range from design philosophy to product presentations.
Product video interviews / presentations
Sigberg Audio Saranna presentation (Video interview)
Sigberg Audio founder Thorbjørn Sigberg is interviewed by Stjernholm reviews about the Sigberg Audio Saranna. In the video, Thorbjørn goes through the practical and technical aspects of the Saranna.
Product development deep dives
Designing an active floorstander: The Saranna
In some ways, the Saranna represents our most ambitious loudspeaker project to date. The goal was to create a floorstander with the transparency and transient accuracy of a studio monitor while delivering the award winning full-range sound of our subwoofer-integrated systems.
Designing a cardioid loudspeaker: The Manta
The Manta is a special speaker in many ways. Why did we make it, and what is the reason for its peculiar design? Learn about cardioid, where the name comes from - and most importantly, how did it turn out in the end?
Designing a loudspeaker: The SBS story
This is the story behind the Sigberg Audio SBS.1 active speakers, the design choices made and the reasoning behind them. Hopefully it is a good read to those interested in loudspeaker design in general and specifically the design choices made to come up with this somewhat unconventional design.
Additional articles / topics
MANTA SENTINEL Developer Diary
We're currently developing a flagship version of the Manta system, featuring two dual 15" subwoofers. This article shares background and current status of the product development as of summer 2026.
Studio Monitors Sound Different From Hifi Speakers. But Should They?
Studio monitors are supposed to be neutral and accurate. Hifi speakers are supposed to sound enjoyable and musical. As a result, they often sound very different. But why?
The science and technical choices behind the Sigberg Audio sound
A technical deep dive into what makes our active speakers and subwoofers work as well as they do.
What makes active speakers better than passive?
Hifi is a conservative industry. This is true both when it comes to manufacturers as well as the customers. Why change what works? Active loudspeakers have existed for decades, but have only recently started to slowly gain ground against the traditional, passive speakers. As they should. Let's examine what's different with an active speaker, and why it's the best choice.
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