About Us

2005
Garvan Acoustic is born | Roberto Gaudenzi and Andrea Martelli found Garvan Acoustic. In the same year, the first collection of design loudspeakers is presented, featuring high-end finishes such as leather, stainless steel, and fine woods. The first version of the Goccia speaker is already part of the initial catalog. From the very beginning, the concept of “Acoustic Furniture” is introduced, a term still used today, symbolizing the blend of craftsmanship, Italian heritage, and continuous innovation that defines each of our products. The collaboration with Samuele Brunetti is a valuable asset for internal organization and the launch of Garvan’s product trade.

2006
Garvan Acoustic innovates with flush-to-wall speakers | From an idea by the Bartoletti and Cicognani Architecture Studio in Faenza, after nearly a year of research and development, the world’s first flush-to-wall speaker is produced. It is included in the updated 2006 Garvan general catalog.

2007
Fuori Salone, Milan | For the first time, Garvan exhibits its collection at Fuorisalone Milan, attracting significant interest.

2008
AD Architectural Digest | The pyramid-shaped acoustic speaker, SPE420, covered in genuine leather, is featured in a review of a prestigious installation in the AD Architectural Digest magazine.
After Show | Garvan Acoustic provides sound for the most exclusive venues at after-show events for Zucchero Fornaciari, Vasco Rossi, and Luciano Ligabue, organized by Free Event.

2009
Goccia speaker in Faenza ceramic | The Goccia speaker undergoes a restyling, introducing a new version featuring a cabinet made of Faenza ceramic and a new speaker. With its pastel, gold, copper, and platinum color options, the new Goccia transforms into a true work of art, crafted with the expertise of Roberto Gatti.

2010
New partnership: Jacuzzi® | The collaboration with Jacuzzi® begins, and Garvan Acoustic acoustically sets up their prestigious space at the Cersaie international fair in Bologna.
After Show | Garvan provides sound for exclusive after-show events for Black Eyed Peas, Muse, and Luciano Ligabue, organized by Free Event.

2011
COR-TEN® effect | Garvan Acoustic is among the first, if not the first, manufacturer of acoustic speakers to use the COR-TEN® effect for finishes—a special treatment with a textured feel and a burnished color that remains unchanged over time.
Top Design Award | The Garvan SA113 outdoor speaker wins the “Top Design” award at the Top Audio Video Show in Milan.

2012
IBM | For the construction of IBM’s Rome headquarters, the most advanced audiovisual technologies are used, and Garvan’s in-wall speakers are selected not only for their high sound quality but also for their remarkable aesthetic value.
Turin Sports Museum | Garvan Acoustic in-wall speakers bring sound to the works displayed in the Turin Sports Museum, the first permanent exhibition space in Italy dedicated to sports memorabilia and the only museum in Italy housed inside a stadium, the Olympic Stadium in Turin.
MSC Cruises | Garvan Acoustic creates a series of custom loudspeakers for the new MSC Divina cruise ship, “christened” by Sophia Loren. The work is carried out in collaboration with architect Luca Mori of the De Jorio architecture studio.
Lifetime Achievement Award to Ennio Morricone | Garvan has the privilege of being the technical partner of Soundtrack Stars, a Lifetime Achievement Award presented to Maestro Ennio Morricone during the 2012 edition of the “Luciano’s Friend The Talent Goes On” Memorial. The award ceremony venue is set up with “Goccia,” the Faenza ceramic speaker.

2013
Launch of new 360° outdoor loudspeakers in Corian® | Among the first, if not the first, speaker manufacturers to use Corian® material for a new collection of 360° outdoor speakers.
MSC Cruises | Garvan manufactures a series of custom loudspeakers for the new MSC Preziosa cruise ship, launched by Sophia Loren. The work is carried out in collaboration with architect Luca Mori of the De Jorio architecture studio.
70th Venice International Film Festival | Garvan is chosen as the technical partner for the “Soundtrack Stars” award, recognizing the best soundtrack among the films in competition at the 70th Venice International Film Festival (August 28 – September 7, 2013).

2014
Launch of SA210 and G-Bass™ technology | Presentation of the new SA210 outdoor speaker with G.Bass™ Technology, a result of Garvan’s research: the use of a dual speaker loaded with a transmission line for optimal low-frequency response, eliminating the need for additional subwoofers.
“Leading Development” Award | Garvan Acoustic is awarded among the excellent companies of the Province of Ravenna, recognized for economic growth, employment, innovation, and quality.
Jacuzzi® | From April 8 to 13, Garvan Acoustic partners with Jacuzzi® at the Salone del Mobile in Milan, a leading brand in the spa and bathroom sector.

2015
Gresini Racing | The Aprilia Racing Team Gresini, competing in the MotoGP World Championship, chooses Garvan Acoustic’s exclusive Goccia loudspeakers to ensure the best sound quality within its hospitality area, the team’s “home” during Grand Prix weekends.
Venice International Film Festival | Garvan is chosen as the technical partner for the “Soundtrack Stars” award, recognizing the best soundtrack at the 72nd Venice International Film Festival (September 2–12, 2015).

2016
Paris inaugurates “Viale dei Canti” | On May 26, 2016, in Rue de Grenelle, Paris, in the presence of a large audience and the Italian Ambassador to UNESCO, Vincenza Lomonaco, the multimedia work “Viale dei Canti” is unveiled. The mural, located next to the Italian Cultural Institute, reflects the fusion of Italian arts and innovation. Integrated into the wall are six invisible speakers by Garvan, broadcasting high-quality music composed by internationally renowned composer Stefano Gervasoni.
Aldo Drudi D-Performance | Garvan partners with the Burasca project by Romagna designer Aldo Drudi, famous for designing graphics on helmets of many motorcycle champions, including Valentino Rossi.
Venice International Film Festival | Garvan is chosen as the technical partner for the “Soundtrack Stars” award, recognizing the best soundtrack at the 73rd Venice International Film Festival (August 31 – September 10, 2016).

2017
Launch of new in-wall subwoofers with G-Bass™ technology | At the ISE Amsterdam fair, Garvan presents the new and innovative WIR series, a flush-to-wall and plasterboard subwoofer with G-Bass™ transmission, improving performance compared to traditional configurations while maintaining a minimal aesthetic impact.

2018
Laura Pausini thanks Garvan Acoustic in her new album “Fatti Sentire” | Garvan Acoustic, as the technical partner of ORS Studios, is acknowledged in Laura Pausini’s new album Fatti Sentire. The album was partially recorded at ORS Studios, where a Garvan Acoustic speaker system is installed.
Garvan at the Misano World Circuit Marco Simoncelli | From July 20 to 22, 18 on-wall speakers and subwoofers from Garvan Acoustic faithfully and authentically reproduce the powerful melody of the Desmosedici Stradale four-cylinder engine of the new Ducati Panigale V4 at the Misano World Circuit Marco Simoncelli. At EICMA 2018, Ducati relies on Garvan Acoustic to provide visitors with the experience of Pure Italian Sound. Two SA225 speakers faithfully reproduce the powerful sound of the Ducati Panigale V4.

2019
Goccia speakers on the big screen | Our SA210 outdoor speakers appear in the movie Il Campione and the TV series Set Up Girl and SOS Chirurgia.

2020
At the Design Shanghai fair | At the Design Shanghai fair (June 3–6, 2021), the Goccia speakers bring sound to the prestigious Roche Bobois showroom. Installation is carried out by our Chinese distributor, Sentimenthifi.

2021
Garvan TV star speakers | The Goccia loudspeakers return to television with the TV series Ritoccàti! and Il Re del Bisturi.
New products in the Garvan catalogue | The following products are introduced: Soundbars, Micro speakers, and four in-wall speakers with an 11 cm diameter. Additionally, the new SN120 outdoor speaker is launched, offering reference performance compared to the current market.

2022
Our speakers set sail | Ferretti Yachts chooses Garvan Acoustic as the standard audio system for its prestigious yachts.
Garvan on Amazon Prime Video | We take part in a new format dedicated to Italian excellence. The cameras of Italians Do It Better visit our company to tell our story.
Goccia at Misano | The Goccia speaker, designed by Drudi Performance with the graphics of the San Marino and Rimini Riviera GP, is presented at the Misano circuit during the FMI conference at the MotoGP.
Collaboration with Gresini Racing | The collaboration with Gresini Racing continues, and rider Enea Bastianini wins several MotoGP races.
New home cinema products | Introduction of new acoustic speakers with a split central channel for home cinema use and custom-made soundbars up to 3 meters long.

2023
Audio Pista is born | In collaboration with the Imola racetrack, the Audio Pista project is launched, telling the stories of sounds in the motorsport world. The collaboration with Gresini Racing continues.
Goccia in the spotlight | The Goccia speaker enhances the set of the TV series Il Patriarca, available on Mediaset Infinity, and the new movie Una Commedia Pericolosa starring Enrico Brignano.
Garvan Art™ | The new Garvan Art™ project is launched—the first numbered collection of acoustic art pieces by Garvan Acoustic®, created by artist Maria Savini. Each piece combines acoustic excellence with artistic value, transforming sound into a visual form on acoustic panels with exclusive finishes.
Goccia at Misano | The Goccia speakers provide sound for the meeting room at the Misano circuit, which hosts some of the most important motorsport events, including MotoGP, Superbike, and DTM.
Outdoor speakers in concrete | Introduction of the new Garvan SN120EA outdoor speaker made of concrete.

2024
New soundbars and more powerful outdoor speakers | Introduction of 12 custom soundbars, divided into six in-wall models and six on-wall models, along with a range of outdoor speakers featuring 360° sound, including models SN220 and WN220.
New artist for Garvan Art™ | Garvan Art™ expands with works of art created by Master Artist Adriano Venturelli on SURFACE™ panels with Materica WALL™ finishes. Each artwork is accompanied by a certificate of authenticity and ownership, issued by the Anima&Colors art gallery in Modena and signed by the artist, Master Adriano Venturelli.
Collaborations in motorsport | The collaboration with Gresini Racing continues. In partnership with Ducati for World Ducati Week (WDW), we create a sound experience that faithfully reproduces the magnificent sounds of Ducati motorcycles.