A year in good company
As we reflect on the year that was, it’s clear that in 2024, collaboration played a key role in our journey. From product innovation to global outreach, last year highlighted the importance of working together to achieve shared goals. Before we head fully into 2025, we look back at some significant moments from last year.
Product Launch
The introduction of the Coltrane Quintet marked a significant milestone. This evolution of the Coltrane series, featuring custom pure diamond and beryllium drivers, an improved cabinet design, and advanced resonance control, was the result of meticulous engineering and close collaboration with our partners to create finely-tuned components.
The innovation achieved through our partnership with IsoAcoustics for Marten Isolators, further refined the performance with advanced resonance control, increasing the positive reception that our latest model received. The dedication of our team and these invaluable partnerships cannot be underestimated.
Global Events
Our presence at international audio events last year was enhanced by the efforts of our partners and distributors. At High End Munich 2024, the debut of Coltrane Quintet in an acoustically optimised space provided valuable insights and feedback from attendees. This was but one of the shows where our products were shown last year, and we thank our distributors for their tireless commitment in making these events happen:
🇩🇪 High End Munich
🇳🇴 Oslo HiFi Show
🇺🇸 AXPONA Chicago
🇯🇵 Tokyo International Audio Show
🇬🇧 UK HiFi Show Live
🇭🇺 Budapest Audio Expo
🇵🇱 Too Loud Fest Zagreb
🇵🇱 Audio Video Show Warsaw
🇸🇪 Take Five Stockholm
🇷🇸 Hi-Files Show Belgrade
🇮🇹 Roma Hi Fidelity
🇰🇷 Audio Expo Seoul
🇪🇺 Finest Audio Show Vienna
🇹🇼 Taipei International Audio Show.
Accolades
The recognition our products received this year speaks to the effort and expertise behind them.
Liu Hansheng’s review of the Coltrane Quintet SE praised the craftsmanship of our 2024 model.
Parker Trio Diamond Edition was highlighted by Jonas Bryngelsson in HiFi & Musik for its high performance and versatility.
Oscar Trio earned praise from Christian Bayer of LP Magazine for its performance in its class.
Parker Duo received recognition from Maciej Stryjecki of Hi-Fi i Muzyka and compliments from Josef Bruckmoser of German magazine Image Hifi.
New Partnerships
This year saw Marten establish a stronger global presence through valuable new partnerships:
Rhythm Distribution in the U.S.: This collaboration enhanced Marten’s reach across North America, connecting us with a growing audience of enthusiasts.
Sieveking Sound in Germany and Austria: Our new partnership with Sieveking Sound has brought Marten products to discerning listeners throughout Germany and Austria.
Aptronics Audio in Vietnam: Expanding into Vietnam, Marten products are now available at Hifi Life in Hanoi and Hifi Store in Ho Chi Minh City.
Soundspace in Bangladesh: In Bangladesh, this collaboration ensures Marten products are accessible to an expanding market of high-end audio enthusiasts.
Reference Audio in South America: With Reference Audio, Marten’s presence continues to grow, reaching new and dynamic markets in South America.
Ultimate AV in Indonesia: This partnership has introduced Marten products to Indonesia, connecting us with Southeast Asia’s passionate audio community.
The Sound Corp in Tehran: Establishing a footprint in Iran, this partnership brings Marten to new listeners in the region.
Emotion Audio in New Zealand: In New Zealand, Emotion Audio now offers Marten products to discerning clients, broadening our global reach.
DRD Audio in the Philippines: This partnership brings Marten’s high-end offerings to the Philippines, engaging a vibrant and growing market.
VG Audio in Ukraine: VG Audio has strengthened Marten’s presence in Ukraine, delivering exceptional audio solutions to an emerging market.
Digital Presence
This year, we expanded our digital footprint to connect with a broader global audience. Social media became a cornerstone of our outreach strategy. Platforms like Instagram and Facebook allowed us to engage directly with our community, share behind-the-scenes content, and highlight events like High End Munich 2024. Video content further enriched our digital narrative, including highlights such as Terry Ellis of Pursuit Perfect System’s visit to our Factory and our most viewed video on Facebook with over 135,000 views, featuring Frank Neu of Soulmining and Jan Sieveking (distributor for Germany) unboxing a pair of our Parker Trio speakers.
Our website provided an enhanced user experience, showcasing our products with detailed specifications and rich visuals. Through regular updates to our Journal, we shared insights into our innovations, collaborations, and the stories behind our speakers.
Looking Ahead
As we enter 2025, we carry forward the lessons and achievements of the past year. Plans for new products are already well under way, reflecting our ongoing commitment to collaboration, innovation, and delivering exceptional sound. None of this would have been possible without the support of our partners, distributors, and customers.
Thank you for being part of our story.
