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S1E006 Morris Swift from Serhan Swift. Electronics past & present.

In the latest episode of our podcast, we had the pleasure of speaking with Morris Swift, from Serhan Swift, a seasoned electronics engineer with a lifelong passion for audio. Morris’s journey into the world of audio engineering began at the tender age of six, when a custom-built radiogram in his family home sparked his curiosity. This fascination with electronic waveforms and sound reproduction set him on a path that would eventually lead to a fulfilling career in audio technology.

During our conversation, Morris shared his experiences from university, where he developed a groundbreaking polyphonic synthesizer as part of his undergraduate thesis. His innovative approach to synthesizer design, which incorporated early microprocessors, laid the groundwork for many future endeavors in audio engineering and embedded systems.

Morris’s career has been a tapestry of diverse experiences, from designing integrated circuits to consulting in various industries. However, his passion for audio has remained a constant thread, eventually leading him back to the world of high-quality loudspeaker design with Serhan Swift. In the podcast, Morris discusses the intricacies of loudspeaker engineering, emphasizing the importance of cabinet design, crossover networks, and the often-overlooked role of audio components.

One of the key takeaways from our discussion is the evolution of audio technology and how it has become more accessible to the average consumer. Morris expresses his admiration for the advancements in digital signal processing and class D amplifiers, which have made high-fidelity audio more attainable than ever before. He also highlights the unique challenges faced by small manufacturers in maintaining quality and consistency in their products.

Throughout the episode, Morris’s enthusiasm for audio technology is infectious. Whether you’re an audio enthusiast or simply curious about the engineering behind your favorite tunes, this episode offers a fascinating glimpse into the world of sound. Insights shared by Morris Swift – a true pioneer in the field of audio engineering.

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These people, brands and places are mentioned as part of the story. No payments were received.

People mentioned on this episode –

Brands mentioned on this episode

Serhan Swift – loudspeakers
Stereotech – loudspeaker cabinet factory Qld
Overseas Telecommunications Commission
Musical Fidelity
Fairlight Polyphonic Synthesiser
Moog Synthesizers
EAR Yoshino – Amplifiers
Exposure
AWA
Motorola
Intel
Aston Martin

Businesses mentioned on this episode

Stanford University
NSW University
Stereonet HiFi & AV Show – Melbourne 2024

Music courtesy of –

Please Listen Carefully by Jahzzar http://freemusicarchive.org/music/Jahzzar
Creative Commons — Attribution-ShareAlike 3.0 Unported— CC BY-SA 3.0
Free Download / Stream: https://bit.ly/please-listen-carefully
Music promoted by Audio Library https://youtu.be/GGVFRIgP7uc

CREDITS –

Guest management, regular co-hosting – Brad Serhan

Host, audio production – Andrew Hutchison