ABOUT

 

Where do I even begin?

The idea for Kinef Designs traces back to 2012, during my studies to become a sound technician in Barcelona. One of my teachers, a veteran in the live sound industry, taught acoustics and acoustic enclosure design. His influence was pivotal, it sparked my passion for designing acoustic enclosures.

Inspired by his guidance, I had deep conversations with him, leading me to pursue an electrical engineering program. That decision brought me to Eindhoven, often called the Silicon Valley of Europe.

After graduating, I quickly realized that designing electronics and manufacturing them are two entirely different challenges. This realization shifted my path away from acoustic enclosures, and I found myself working for a global tech giant. There, I contributed to designing components for Photolithography Machines, critical in producing cutting-edge integrated circuits.

Over five years, I gained invaluable experience in electrical engineering, design techniques, manufacturing, and mechanical design. I expanded into areas like high-speed design, legacy technologies, and innovative problem-solving.

Amid professional growth, personal challenges brought me to a turning poin, a moment of clarity where I thought: If I don’t chase this dream now, I never will. So, I left a stable career to pursue the vision that had ignited my soul over a decade ago.

Now, I walk an uncertain path toward a dream I hold dear. I know what I want to create, though I’m unsure if others will see what I see. I recognize the challenges of entering a tightly guarded industry. 

Still, my mission is clear: to provide a functional, practical, minimalistic, sustainable, and ethical musical experience, without subscriptions, cloud connections, or mandatory mobile apps.

A product build by hand. A product for the musicophile. A product build to outlast you. 

I hope you enjoy your favorite music as much as I enjoy designing and building devices to add a soundtrack to your life.