The design of the Aircross passenger seat audio concept and headrest required a unique set of speaker performance parameters. The Tectonic Elements TEBM36S12, square BMR, provided a 29.7mm thin form factor and full range frequency response.
Citroën has developed a system to provide ‘audio spatialisation’ for each passenger. Each of the four seats is equipped with speakers and a microphone to facilitate dialogue between the occupants or to allow an individual in-cabin experience, Citroën has stated. Using these ‘sound bubbles’, each passenger can choose who they want to speak with while respecting the relaxation of their fellow travelers, making the journey a time for calm or communication.
“Citroën chose the Tectonic Elements BMR for its overall high quality sonic performance from a slim, very compact speaker”, says Caroline O’Brien, Managing Director, Tectonic Elements. “We’re very proud to be selected to provide cutting-edge audio technology to a truly leading- edge automotive entertainment concept.”