Braque by Nocs

The art of sound: Braque takes inspiration from Cubism to recast the classic stereo system as a minimalist sculpture.

What if your stereo system could deliver smooth, rich sound but also look like a design object? Braque offers the answer to this question. Exploring the relationship between form and sound, Nocs founder Daniel Alm has designed Braque with simple cubic shapes that give a nod to Georges Braque and Cubism while reproducing audio with complete accuracy. The sculptural unit is an exercise in symmetry, keeping style and clear sound in perfect balance.

“Braque is about space – physical and sonic. By working with a larger enclosure and a coaxial driver, we were able to shape a sound that’s natural, open, and honest. It reveals what’s in the recording without adding anything of its own, which is the core of our Studio Sound approach,” says Daniel Alm.

The stacked architecture makes the stereo system look modern and clean as well as elegant. At the same time, the use of two complementing materials highlights each cube as a part of the whole. Designed as the base, a handmade steel cube adds a distinct texture and a soft matte finish, anchoring the unit both physically and visually. On top, the speaker cube made of CNC-machined plywood that ensures a rich, warm sound boasts a matte black oil finish. The steel base also elevates the speaker to the ideal listening height. Between the two cubes, Sorbothane isolation pads minimize vibration for a clear music listening experience at any volume.

Braque shines not only with its visual presence, but also with its engineering. Inside the unit, dual Celestion 8” coaxial drivers and dual Hypex FA122 amplifier modules ensure a focused and natural sound. This stereo system also supports a variety of inputs, ranging from RCA and XLR to optical and coaxial digital, making it a perfect choice for both classic and modern setups.

Designed and engineered in Sweden, the Braque stereo system is proudly made, assembled, and fine-tuned in Europe. Nocs will launch Braque in January 2026 in a limited, numbered series, with custom Pantone finishes also available as an option. Images courtesy of Nocs.