08/08/2026
🎭 HKAV Has Been Absolutely Electric
The first two days of HKAV have been nothing short of incredible.
From the moment the doors opened, the Forté Ears table has been filled with friends, familiar faces, new listeners, and endless conversations around music, tuning, craft, and what comes next for the brand.
At the heart of the excitement is, of course, Violetta. After stirring waves across Singapore, Hong Kong, Japan, and beyond, Violetta continues to charm listeners with her mesmerising vocals, natural tone, and deeply human presentation. Seeing so many of you sit down, listen, smile, return, and bring friends over has been truly moving for us.
And then there is Prototype Strength.
Shown quietly for feedback collection, this new prototype has already sparked intense curiosity and some very exciting first impressions. We cannot say too much yet, but the conversations around it have been incredibly encouraging. A different presence, a different weight, and perhaps, a glimpse into the next chapter of Forté Ears.
A heartfelt thank you to everyone who visited us over the past two days, and to those who shared your honest thoughts with Riccardo and the team.
Tomorrow is the final day of HKAV.
Come by, spend time with Violetta, experience Macbeth and Mefisto, and for those with curious ears, listen closely to what may be waiting behind the curtain.
The last act begins tomorrow.