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Hotaru Plattenspieler by Audio-Technica Corporation
Hotaru Plattenspieler by Audio-Technica Corporation
Hotaru Plattenspieler by Audio-Technica Corporation
Hotaru Plattenspieler by Audio-Technica Corporation
Hotaru Plattenspieler by Audio-Technica Corporation

Platin Audioprodukte · 2025

Hotaru Plattenspieler

by Audio-Technica Corporation

  • A' Design Award in Platin 2025 in Audioprodukte
  • CLIENT: Audio-Technica
  • Estimated Number of Design Views: 985,511
  • Verification code F1AD83134D · Verify this award
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About Hotaru Plattenspieler

Verwandeln Sie Ihren Raum mit diesem beeindruckenden Plattenspieler. Sein schwebender Plattenteller verschmilzt nahtlos Klang und Licht und schafft ein immersives Sinneserlebnis. Der minimalistische Tonabnehmer und Tonarm liefern makellose Klangqualität und visuelle Eleganz, während der verdeckte Riemenantrieb des Subplattentellers Vibrationen minimiert und für absolute Klangklarheit sorgt. Gefertigt aus hochwertigem Acryl, Aluminium und Messing, bietet dieses System nicht nur außergewöhnliche Audioqualität, sondern dient auch als beeindruckendes Herzstück in jedem Raum.

About the A' Design Award in Platin

Hotaru Plattenspieler ist Gewinner des A' Design Award in Platin, einer überaus prestigeträchtigen Anerkennung für wahrhaft außergewöhnliche, elegante und prachtvolle Designs. Platin-Gewinner sind Wunderwerke der Schöpfung, Zeugnisse der Grenzen intellektueller Kreativität und zeigen die unübertroffene Professionalität und Genialität ihrer Designer. Von diesen Designs wird erwartet, dass sie die renommiertesten Werke sind, die die Ästhetik einer Epoche prägen, zum Wohlergehen der Gesellschaft beitragen und die Grenzen von Kunst, Wissenschaft, Design und Technologie voranbringen. Hotaru Plattenspieler weist ein transzendentes Maß an Exzellenz auf und macht die Welt mit seinen vorteilhaften und wertvollen Eigenschaften unmissverständlich zu einem besseren Ort. Hotaru Plattenspieler ist ein mit dem A' Design Award in Platin prämiertes Werk, das Wünsche weckt, inspiriert, begeistert, erfreut und große Freude entfacht.

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Unique Properties
This strikingly designed turntable features a floating platter that seamlessly integrates into any space, creating an atmosphere of harmony and depth. Its innovative design fuses sound and light for a captivating sensory experience. The minimalist cartridge and tonearm, paired with a concealed belt sub-platter drive, ensure both sonic clarity and visual elegance. Crafted from premium materials like acrylic, aluminum, and brass, the system delivers an unparalleled audio experience.
Dimensions & Packaging
430mm x 430mm 235mm
Tags
analog, floating, turntable, record player, vinyl, music
Production Technology
The floating turntable, achieved through powerful magnetic repulsion, eliminates unwanted vibrations, unlocking the full potential of the cartridge. It also seamlessly blends function and aesthetics with a minimalist VM cartridge and carbon tonearm. Precision-crafted acrylic, a high-quality aluminum case with integrated speakers, and solid brass feet create a refined aesthetic. The meticulously engineered structure produces a depth and richness of sound that defies its compact size.
Design Challenge
The challenge was to make sure that the magnets used in the floating structure didn't affect the cartridge. This was especially important for cartridges, which contain strong magnets. If any magnetic energy leaked from the floating structure, it could directly lead to an unusual tracking force and sensitivity to movement. By using tools that analyze magnetic flux in product development and adding the right shielding materials to the case, we solved this problem.
Research
Speaker-integrated turntables typically use rubber or springs for vibration damping. But this time we considered a method of suppressing vibration by using magnetic repulsion to float the turntable from the speaker. Through repeated prototyping and signal analysis, we realized to achieve effects greater than existing structures. Generally, vibration suppression structures are internal mechanisms, but through these studies, we succeeded in sublimating this mechanism into an external design.
Inspiration
We envisioned a musical experience that transcends the ordinary. We believe that the moment of listening to an analog record holds the potential for more than just sound - it can be a captivating spectacle. With its floating analog record and ethereal glow, HOTARU is designed to stimulate the senses and create an immersive world where every moment becomes a cherished memory. This is our vision - to elevate the act of listening to an unforgettable sensory experience.
Project Duration
The project started in December 2022 in Japan and will be exhibited in Milan Design Week in April 2025.
Operation Flow
It is operated using three knobs.
The left knob selects the lighting mode, type, and brightness.
The center knob selects the turntable speed.
The right knob controls the speaker volume.
Image Credits
Audio-Technica Corporation

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