Lune - The Art of Craft

At Lune, our vision is to seamlessly integrate the joy of playing and creating music into your home environment. We believe that musical equipment shouldn't be relegated to garages or closets but should complement your living space. This philosophy drove us to reimagine the design and manufacturing process of music equipment, resulting in the creation of Lune - a product that marries acoustical excellence with aesthetic appeal and inclusivity. 

The Genesis of Lune's Design

Traditional music equipment often prioritize function over form, leading to bulky, unattractive units that clash with home decor. Our vision for designing Lune was simple: create a musical device that feels right at home in your living space. To achieve this, we began to draw inspiration from the world of interior design, particularly furniture and kitchen cabinets. We realized that wood, a natural and versatile material, would be the perfect foundation for Lune's design blending seamlessly into your home environment, combining great sound with a look that complements your existing furnishings.

Our search for a manufacturing partner who could bring this vision to life led us to Northern Contours, specialists in high-end cabinetry known for their commitment to sustainability. Over a year of collaborative effort went into refining Lune's design to ensure it was not only beautiful and sustainable but also suitable for large-scale production.

Northern Contours was founded in 1992 in Fergus Falls, Minnesota by Mike Rone & Duaine Miranowski with the goal of bringing “membrane pressing” to the US market. With its start in Europe in the 1980s, membrane pressing was the new, cost-effective way to manufacture. With a talented and dedicated team of more than 450 employees at its core, their roots have spread from Fergus Falls, MN to manufacturing facilities in Corbin, Kentucky, Mesa, Arizona, and most recently, London, Ontario.

How is Lune made? 

1. Material Selection: Lune Explorer Edition is crafted from 100% recycled engineered core, a versatile engineered wood product known for its strength, consistency, and smooth surface. The wood used comes from sustainably managed forests in Northern USA and Canada, reflecting our commitment to environmental responsibility.
   
   

2. Routing: The manufacturing process begins with routing, where the engineered core sheets are shaped into Lune's distinctive panels and frames. Northern Contours employs a variety of router bits to achieve Lune's signature soft edges, designed to be inviting and harmonious with home decor. Our crescent moon speaker panel design is intricately routed using different-sized bits for each hole, showcasing the precision of this process.
   
   

3. Thermofoil Application: After routing, the pieces undergo a thermofoil wrapping process. This involves applying a layer of 3D Laminate (3DL) material under high heat and 4 atmospheres of pressure. Incorporating 3DL technology offers several advantages:
   
   

   • It allows for an infinite variety of designs and finishes

   • The process makes Lune naturally antimicrobial

   • It provides superior durability compared to traditional laminates

The parts are meticulously sprayed with glue by hand to ensure even coverage before being pressed with the thermofoil. Excess material is then trimmed and sanded, resulting in perfectly finished Lune components.

Caring for Your Lune

Coating the surface with 3D Laminate (3DL) ensures your Lune is simple to clean with standard household products. The same material that goes into making Lune is approved for hospital room surfaces, ensuring the highest standards of cleanliness and safety. This means you don't have to worry about spills or messes; Lune's surface is easy to clean and maintain. Plus, its antimicrobial properties provide extra protection.

Quality Assurance & Testing

Our commitment to quality is evident in our rigorous testing procedures. The 3DL-covered MDF undergoes tests simulating 4 months of exposure to direct sunlight and high humidity. We then evaluate for color fading, glue strength, and moisture resistance to ensure longevity and durability.

Sustainability in our choices

Our collaboration with Northern Contours goes beyond their precision and craftsmanship—it’s rooted in their dedication to sustainability, making them the perfect fit for Lune. At Lune, sustainability isn't just a checkbox or a responsibility statement; it's embedded in every decision we make, from selecting partners to choosing materials. This is why we chose Northern Contours:

• The engineered core we use is sourced from sustainably managed forests, ensuring responsible resource management.

• Northern Contours' manufacturing facilities utilize energy-efficient equipment and processes, minimizing energy consumption.

• They employ a comprehensive recycling program that diverts over 90% of waste from landfills, including wood, aluminum, steel, cardboard, and plastics.

• Water conservation efforts include the use of high-efficiency equipment and water recycling systems.

• The 3DL materials used are free from added urea-formaldehyde and meet strict indoor air quality standards.

• Northern Contours' products, including the components of Lune, are CARB Phase 2 compliant, ensuring low formaldehyde emissions.

By aligning with these practices, we ensure that Lune not only enhances your musical experience but also contributes to a healthier planet.

Assembly Process

Our design philosophy extends to the assembly process as well. We've invested significant engineering resources to ensure that putting together a Lune is as simple as building with Lego blocks. This user-friendly approach not only makes assembly accessible to all but also reflects our commitment to thoughtful, efficient design at every stage of the product lifecycle.

The creation of Lune represents a harmonious blend of engineering, design, and manufacturing. With the help of partners who share our vision we are able to leverage advanced, eco-friendly materials and processes, we've created a product that not only sounds great and looks at home in any living space but also aligns with environmentally conscious values.

Lune is more than just a piece of wood; it's a testament to our belief that music can and should be an integral, beautiful, and sustainable part of your home environment. With Lune, you're not just bringing music into your home; you're making a choice that resonates with the well-being of your mental health and fun family moments bringing the community together.