At SAN Sound, we don’t merely engineer earbuds; we craft masterpieces. Our journey is guided by The Rule of Three — a timeless principle that embodies Creation, Revolution, and Unity. This Trinity orients our every thought and action.
Creation
In pursuit of impossible audio.
Two decades of relentlessly pursuing the impossible audio experience.
David "DL" Leung, the founding engineer and “Golden Ear” of Beats by Dre, who largely created the consumer headphone market, has now done the unimaginable with SANWEAR™ and SANWEAR-GT — the first earbuds to deliver impossible sound using a single audio engine.
SANWEAR™ sets a new standard in audio performance that was once thought unachievable.
Our Secret RECIPE
Today, many believe that earbuds with more drivers and a higher price tag will deliver better sound quality. We at SAN Sound, don’t follow convention; we challenge it.
Our sound engines are crafted with a single hyper-dynamic driver, embodying our 20 years of continuous experimentation and bold dedication to refining sound as a work of art. We trust in the power of human senses to guide our craft, where each note sparks an emotional response.
The result? An experience that is lifelike, spatial, and in-the-moment – Hyper Realistic Audio.
Revolution
The Heartbeat of Change
SANWEAR™ is more than just an earbud; it's our statement against the commoditized audio market. While larger companies focus on features and price points, we are dedicated to crafting the impossible audio experience that blends art and emotion.
Our approach pushes beyond mere technology, embracing a philosophy that prioritizes realistic, emotional, and irresistible audio experiences – redefining how our community connects with audio.
Our Design
We took an unconventional approach to earbud design, imagining SANWEAR™ as a piece of art before anything else. It embodies the core of our being — power, rhythm, strength, life, and balance.
Our design represents the balance between technology and humanity, the robotic heart and the organic one.
As a bold statement piece, SANWEAR™ is meant to be worn proudly by those daring enough to challenge reality.
audio that powers your life
Unity
Building in public
Built by many and enjoyed by all.
strategize
We set out to be a community-first company, uniting audio creators and enthusiasts to support their creative endeavors. Identifying their need for a versatile audio device, we involved them in every development stage, from prototypes to final design. By prioritizing their feedback and fostering collaboration, we ensured our innovations truly met their needs and desires.
assemble
To build a community-first company, we deploy smart contracts through on-chain technology to manage a global community transparently, removing the middleman and corporate silos. This approach fosters trust and empowers members to collaboratively evolve systems and prototypes, ensuring global reach and engagement. Every member matters.
Deploy
With our strong foundation, we've built a platform that serves both creators and listeners. Now, we're expanding our reach to a broader audience, bringing our cutting-edge audio technology to those outside our initial community. This allows us to engage with a diverse range of creators, driving continuous innovation and broadening our impact in the audio landscape.
The SANWEAR™ Evolution.
In March 2023, we began public prototyping, involving our community at every step. We delivered hundreds of SANWEAR™ units to 22 countries through three testing phases. Community members also chose which creators, producers, and gamers would test the units, and their feedback shaped every refinement.
Our community has been the heart of this revolution.
Explore Every Edition
SANWEAR VAULT
Test Type
Name: SANWEAR-00
Released: March 2023
Type: Test Type
Edition Size: 33
Details: Built for team and very early community testing.
Our Changes:
- Sound Improvements
- Light Module Brightness
- Paint & Graphic Improvements
- Durability & Water Resistance
- Firmware for Soundscape App
- NFC Chipset
Test Type
Name: SANWEAR-01
Released: June 2023
Type: Test Type
Edition Size: 300
Details: Built and delivered across 22 countries to our early community.
Community Changes:
- Sound Improvements
- Pairing Button
- Lanyard Loop
- UV Paint Protection
- Light UX
- Microphone clarity
Test Type
Name: SANWEAR-01F, a.k.a NOT FOR [RE]SALE
Released: October 2023
Type: Test Type
Edition Size: 150
Details: Built and sent to creators, determined by votes from our community.
Creator Changes:
- Final Sound Enhancements
- Improved Charging Connection
- Perfected Paint Detailing
- Beefed-Up Structure
- Packaging
Partner
Name: ¥G¥
Released: November 2023
Type: Partner Edition
Edition Size: 13
Details: Reserved for our Shibuya, Tokyo launch event.
2023
Name: Lunar Chrome
Released: December 2023
Type: First Edition
Edition Size: 300
Details: Limited release, reserved for our global community of testers.
2023
Name: Jungle Blaze
Released: December 2023
Type: First Edition
Edition Size: 69
Details: Limited release, reserved for our global community of testers.
2023
Name: Dark Matter
Released: December 2023
Type: First Edition
Edition Size: 71
Details: Limited release, reserved for our global community of testers.
2024
Name: CHI
Released: January 2024
Type: Factions Edition
Edition Size: 500
Details: Limited release, open for public purchase.
2024
Name: UMI
Released: January 2024
Type: Factions Edition
Edition Size: 500
Details: Limited release, open for public purchase.
2024
Name: SORA
Released: January 2024
Type: Factions Edition
Edition Size: 500
Details: Limited release, open for public purchase.
2024
Name: MECHA
Released: January 2024
Type: Factions Edition
Edition Size: 500
Details: Limited release, open for public purchase.
2024
Name: NOMAD
Released: January 2024
Type: Factions Edition
Edition Size: 500
Details: Limited release, open for public purchase.
Test type
Name: Test Type-GT
Released: May 2024
Type: Game Type
Edition Size: 50
Details: SANWEAR-GT gaming earbuds. Built for team and community testing ('Insert Coin' holders)
Team and Community Changes:
- General Sound Improvements
- Game/Movie Mode Sound Profiles
- Internal Light Module Brightness
- GT and NFC Graphic Improvements
- UV Gloss Finish
- Firmware for Soundscape App
Mid 2024
Name: SANWEAR-GT
Released: July 2024
Type: Game Type
Edition Size: 3,000
Details: SANWEAR-GT gaming earbuds challenge the traditional dominance of over-ear headsets, offering an unparalleled gaming experience that combines mobile convenience with hyper realistic sound.