NextLevel Acoustics is redefining high-end residential and commercial audio with its Audio Art collection, launching at CEDIA 2025. Each piece is a fully integrated surround sound system built directly inside the frame of stunning artwork, not hidden behind it, offering three customizable formats: LCR with dual center, LCR with height channels, and Stereo. Quad sound modules, designer grille fabrics styled like a picture matte, and custom frame finishes allow Audio Art to blend seamlessly into any space while delivering immersive, gallery-quality audio.
In a market heating up with invisible speakers—Leon Speakers’ Ente SoundTile among the notable competition—NextLevel Acoustics positions Audio Art as a bold step forward in combining art and high-performance sound.
From Lee Weber, Co-owner NextLevel Acoustics: “With Audio Art, we’ve erased the boundary between high-performance audio and fine art. It’s more than sound you can hear—it’s beauty you can see, an immersive experience that transforms your space without compromising its design.”
Also on display will be NextLevel Acoustics’ award-winning line of custom soundbars, including the debut of the new Fusion Flex and the industry-leading Fusion Frame soundbar solutions designed specifically for Samsung’s The Frame TVs.
Adding to the lineup, NextLevel will showcase its CI-IW10RS-PRO subwoofer, which has garnered strong praise for redefining what’s achievable in 2×4-construction bass performance. Together with the Audio Art collection, these products underscore NextLevel Acoustics’ commitment to blending high-performance audio with innovative, design-forward solutions for the modern home.
Audio Art Surround Sound System Options: LCR, Height, and Stereo Configurations
Pro Tip: All Audio Art speaker system configurations are passive, requiring external amplification (not included).
LCR (Left, Dual Center, Right): This configuration features four integrated sound modules (Left, Dual Center, Right) built directly inside the frame. Each module houses quad 2.5″ drivers paired with a 1″ tweeter, designed to wrap around the display for an immersive front-stage experience.
LCR + Height Channels: This configuration includes four integrated sound modules (LCR + Heights) built directly inside the frame, wrapping around the display. To maximize channel separation, the left and right drivers are positioned slightly lower for optimized spatial audio performance. The LCR modules feature quad 2.5″ drivers with 1″ tweeters, while the height channel modules house dual 2.5″ drivers with 1″ tweeters for immersive, three-dimensional sound.
Stereo (Left + Right): This configuration includes two integrated sound modules (Left and Right) built directly inside the frame, accompanied by two grille-only modules that wrap around the display. Each active module houses quad 2.5″ drivers with a 1″ tweeter, delivering precise stereo imaging and a full, immersive soundstage.
Designer Grille Options for Audio Art Frames: Custom Fabrics and Finishes
Audio Art frames feature 45-degree Guilford of Maine designer grilles that wrap seamlessly around the sound modules, creating the illusion of a picture mat. With over 25 fabric options available, these grilles allow you to match the speakers and frames to a wide range of room decors, blending high-performance audio seamlessly with your interior design.
Choose Your Audio Art Frame Kit: Custom Finishes for Seamless Integration
The Audio Art system is finished with a standard 1″ wide x 3″ deep frame, or a custom-depth frame to accommodate displays deeper than 3″ (depth + mount). Choose from hundreds of Benjamin Moore custom colors, or explore wood veneer and stain options for a tailored look.
Pro Tip: Audio Art can be used with Samsung Frame TVs using a special IR badge modification, or with any display that has no protrusions below the screen (such as IR sensors) that would prevent the sound modules from mounting extremely close—within approximately 1/8″ of the display.
Audio Art Series Comparison
| Art Series LCR | Art Series LCR + Height | Art Series Stereo | |
| Product Design | LCR w/ Dual Center | LCR w/ dual Height channels | Stereo (L/R) |
| Price | Starts at $10,000 | Starts at $10,000 | Starts at $9,600 |
| Enclosure | Ported | Ported | Ported |
| Woofer | 2.5″ Long Throw | 2.5″ Long Throw | 2.5″ Long Throw |
| Tweeter | 1″ Soft Dome | 1″ Soft Dome | 1″ Soft Dome |
| Recommended Amp Power | 35-300 W | 35-300 W | 35-300 W |
| Frequency Response | 75-80 Hz – 20 kHz (sides) 75-80Hz – 20 kHz (dual center) | 75-80 Hz – 20 kHz (sides) 75-80Hz – 20 kHz (center) 75-80 Hz – 20 kHz (heights) | 75-80 Hz – 20 kHz (Left/Right) |
| Impedance Left and Right | 6 ohms | 6 ohms | 6 ohms |
| Impedance Dual Center | 8 ohms | 8 ohms | 8 ohms |
| Sensitivity (db 1 watt/1 meter) | 89 dB | 89 dB | 89 dB |
| Max SPL @ 2M | 98 dB | 98 dB | 98 dB |
| Dimensions | 2.95″ w x 2.95″ d x custom long modules or 2.95″ w x custom long x custom d to fit >3″d (depth+mount) displays 1″ w x 3″ d Standard Frame Kit or 1″ w x custom d Frame Kit to fit >3″d (depth+mount) displays.) | 2.95″ w x 2.95″ d x custom long modules or 2.95″ w x custom long x custom d to fit >3″d (depth+mount) displays 1″ w x 3″ d Standard Frame Kit or 1″ w x custom d Frame Kit to fit >3″d (depth+mount) displays.) | 2.95″ w x 2.95″ d x custom long modules or 2.95″ w x custom long x custom d to fit >3″d (depth+mount) displays 1″ w x 3″ d Standard Frame Kit or 1″ w x custom d Frame Kit to fit >3″d (depth+mount) displays.) |
| Standard Finish | Choice of custom grille fabrics and Benjamin Moore paint match (included) | Choice of custom grille fabrics and Benjamin Moore paint match (included) | Choice of custom grille fabrics and Benjamin Moore paint match (included) |
CI-IW10RS-PRO Subwoofer Specifications
| CI-IW10RS-PRO | |
| Product Design | Dual 10″ subwoofer for 2×4 construction / on-wall |
| Price | $2,799.99 |
| Enclosure | Sealed |
| Driver | 10″ Cast Frame, Neodymium w/ 3″ VC |
| Recommended Amp Power | 50-700 W |
| Frequency Response | 18 Hz – 120 Hz |
| Impedance | 6 ohms |
| Sensitivity (db 1 watt/1 meter) | 96dB |
| Max SPL @ 2M | 118 dB @ 1m or 112 dB @ 2m |
| Dimensions | 32″ x 15.25″ w/ Infinity grille 31″ x 14″ (hole cutout) 31″ H x 14″ W x 4.5″ D (on-wall) |
| Standard Finish | Black Pro Duratex |
The Bottom Line
Today’s LCD and OLED TVs often sacrifice sound quality for sleek design, leaving built-in speakers underwhelming. NextLevel Acoustics addresses this with Audio Art, a high-end, integrated surround system built directly inside the frame that hugs the TV bezel. By combining quad-driver modules, passive amplification, and customizable frame and grille options, Audio Art delivers immersive, gallery-quality audio without taking up additional space or disrupting room aesthetics.
While it comes at a premium, the system appeals to consumers who want top-tier home theater performance that seamlessly disappears into their living space—marrying design and technology in a way that’s hard to resist.
Price & Availability
NextLevel Acoustics Audio Art soundbar modules start at $10,000 for the LCR with Dual Center and LCR with Height Channel configurations, and $9,600 for the Stereo option. Final pricing varies based on TV screen size, grille selection, and installation requirements. Pro Tip: All Audio Art systems are passive and require external amplification, which is not included in the purchase price.
Contact NextLevel Acoustics or an Authorized Dealer/Installer for further details.
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