Mirage Onda is a speaker concept designed by Andrea Ponti of Ponti Design Studio for Canadian audio brand Mirage. The design builds on Mirage's long-standing focus on omnidirectional sound by distributing audio throughout a room rather than toward a fixed listening position. Four woofers housed in the lower section handle bass frequencies, while an upward-facing midrange driver and dedicated tweeter sit beneath a removable magnetic grille. Diffusers positioned above and below the drivers help spread sound evenly in all directions.
Four aluminum pillars connect the upper and lower sections, creating a suspended structure that defines the speaker's silhouette. A rounded-square footprint, fabric-wrapped body and backlit touch controls shape the exterior. Removing the upper grille reveals the tweeter finished in Mirage's signature purple color. The speaker is presented in sand, charcoal and black finishes, each paired with the same architectural form.
Image Credit: Andrea Ponti
Why This Trend Is Growing
- 360-degree Sound
- Omnidirectional audio formats create space for premium speakers that deliver consistent listening experiences without fixed seating positions.
- Sculptural Audio Design
- Architectural speaker forms blend acoustic performance with decor value, expanding differentiation for products meant to remain visible in living spaces.
- Tactile Minimal Controls
- Backlit touch interfaces and removable magnetic elements reflect a shift toward cleaner hardware experiences that feel both functional and collectible.
Industries Being Reshaped
- Consumer Electronics
- High-design audio concepts give electronics companies new ways to compete through materials, silhouettes and spatial performance rather than specifications alone.
- Home Audio
- Room-wide sound dispersion supports a premium segment built around immersive everyday listening across open-plan homes and multipurpose interiors.
- Interior Design
- Speakers with fabric finishes, architectural structures and curated colorways position audio equipment as integrated furnishings within contemporary spaces.
