As a passionate manufacturer of high quality loudspeakers and ambassadors of authentic sound, we set out on a mission, years ago, to spread the word that great music should go hand in hand with impeccable sound. In a time where more or less every i-gadget features some kind of built-in micro speakers and amplifiers, this mission has become even more important.
We all deserve to have decent sound quality in our lives. We are all born with very sensitive ears, so we are all able to recognise proper sound quality, when introduced to it. At DALI we believe that great sound is a must for everyone who cares about music - no matter our gender, genes, age or geographical origin.
Still it seems that the hi-fi world is more or less gender specific.
On that note we would like to introduce you to a few female DALI owners from around the world, who will give you their take on what music and sound means to them. They also reflect on why they think that the audiophile world lack's of female representatives.
Keep posted, as we will add interviews to this section continuously.
Let's all enjoy the wonderful world of music.
(Photo on the right. Credit: Mina Stanojković)
THE FEMALE TAKE
Mina Stanojković - ZENSOR 1
At some point, listening to music via desktop computer stopped being a good enough way to quench my thirst for a good sound. I craved the detail, the chord structure, the decay of cymbals, the punch of a bass, and all of the sonic subtleties. That is when I began discovering the plentiful world of hi-fi.
Anette J. Seljevold - OPTICON 2
I guess my real interest for true hi-fi started after I got my job in Hi-Fi Klubben. Just to be able to hear the difference between the different types of speakers and amps was a whole new world for me. Now I can’t imagine life without quality on my music units, be it speakers or headphones.
Ann-Kristin Torgersen - FAZON F5
I think that women will discover that Hi–Fi anno 2017 doesn’t necessarily mean large black loudspeakers with difficult technical user layout. Nowadays it's easy to find great sound, delicate design and user friendly music systems which connect your speakers.
Lotta Irene - OPTICON 2
I am a music junkie so I listen to music most of the time. I dance a lot so music is obviously crucial for that. On the go it is perfect to keep me in a serene state of mind - even in the middle of a noisy city - and music often gives me energy and inspiration to work.
Karin Åsheim - OPTICON 6
I really enjoy various Chill out [music] when I`m in need of stress release, and melodious rock and hard rock when I feel like stepping the energy up a little. I prefer vinyl because the sound is much more vibrant and "alive".
Frida Miedema - ZENSOR 3
In 1989 I bought my first stereo set with money I earned during my vacation. I still didn't have a lot of money as a student, so then I used to borrow CD's at the library and copied them to cassette on my stereo.
Hanna Wigert - CONCEPT 1
There are few musicians that have made such an impact on me as Chris Cornell. I grew up listening to Soundgarden, Audioslave, Temple Of The Dog and his solo stuff, and I’m deeply saddened by his passing. He was truly one of a kind with that unique voice and with an ability to consistently produce great music.
Sayumi Kataoka - ZENSOR 1
It all started with my father who loves music and is passionate about hi-fi. He definitely inspired me to explore my interests in this field. Though I listen to many genres of music, I'm particularly into tropical house these days. I love the sound of the steel drum. It's such a perfect type of music to listen to on a beautiful sunny day at the beach.
Louise Olsson - IKON 1 MK2
Im really thankful for having spent time putting together my own cassette tapes and CD-mixes in my younger years. It was fun days, where every party had its own special mix, and music felt a bit more exclusive.
Prabbena Vara Sinthujan - ZENSOR 5
I always had a passion for good sound quality. It started in my early years. I was listening to music either on my way to school, while sitting in the bus or on the train, where you just get the chance to sit back and relax and listen to some really good music through great earphones.
