Known for coining the phrase “High Fidelity,” Hartley, the renowned innovator in loudspeakers, is once again in production, with Tri-Art Audio as the new owner. We are working with previous owner Richard Schmetterer to continue the legacy of Hartley. The milling, fabrication and finishing is all being done in our facility, located in Kingston
Ontario, Canada.

Hartley Loudspeakers

Today’s Hartley

Steve Ginsberg, owner and (developer) of Tri-Art Audio, was aware of Hartley’s speakers and the undeniable sound quality they poccess. Realizing Hartley was no longer in production, Steve contacted Richard Schmetterer (owner of Hartley) introduced himself and his company. Steve’s audio passion, philosophy, and ability to carry on the Hartley brand with integrity, eventually lead him to acquiring the company with Richard’s support.

Steve wanted to ensure the preservation and quality of Hartley’s sound but also evolve aspects of the vintage Hartley’s for today’s market and his designs for high fidelity sound. The initial launch of the Reference Series features cabinetry of Steve’s design and the fine craftsmanship of the Tri-Art Audio wood shop. Next to be re-launced is the Concert Master collection featuring the hand-made material cones produced in the Hartley method. Richard has been intregral in Tri-Art Audio’s development and training of the Hartley process for the continuation of the truly best loud speaker sound possible.