Hotaru Diskludilo by Audio-Technica Corporation

Hotaru Diskludilo by Audio-Technica Corporation is a highly esteemed winner of the very prestigious 2025 Platena A' Design Award in Dezajno de Aŭdia kaj Sona Ekipaĵo Competition Category.

PlatenoAŭdiaj Produktoj· 2025

Hotaru Diskludilo

by Audio-Technica Corporation

Client: Audio-Technica

Platena A' Design Award Winner in Aŭdiaj Produktoj Category

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The Design

About Hotaru Diskludilo

Transformu vian spacon per ĉi tiu mirinda turnilo. Ĝia flosanta plato senŝvite kunfandas sonon kaj lumon, kreante enprofundiĝan sensan sperton. La minimalista kartoĉo kaj tonbrako liveras pristinajn aŭdiajn kaj videblajn elegantecojn, dum la kaŝita rimena subplata pelilo minimumigas vibrojn por pura sonklareco. Metie farita el altkvalita akrilato, aluminio kaj latuno, ĉi tiu sistemo ne nur ofertas esceptan aŭdian kvaliton sed ankaŭ servas kiel rimarkinda centra peco en iu ajn ĉambro.

The Recognition

About the Platena A' Design Award

Hotaru Diskludilo estas gajninto de la Platena A' Design Award, escepte prestiĝa rekono donata al vere esceptaj, elegantaj kaj grandiozaj dezajnoj. La Platenaj gajnintoj estas mirindaĵoj de kreado, atestoj pri la limoj de intelekta kreemo, kaj montras la senrivalan profesiecon kaj genion de siaj dezajnistoj. Oni atendas, ke ĉi tiuj dezajnoj estu la plej renomaj verkoj, kiuj difinas la estetikon de epoko, kontribuas al la bonstato de la socio kaj puŝas la limojn de arto, scienco, dezajno kaj teknologio. Hotaru Diskludilo montras transcendan nivelon de elstareco kaj sendube plibonigas la mondon per siaj avantaĝaj kaj valoraj ecoj. Hotaru Diskludilo estas verko gajninta la Platenan A' Design Award, kiu vekas dezirojn, inspiras, ekscitas, ĝojigas kaj ekbrilas grandan ĝojon.

Behind the Design

Press Kit

Credits, team members and technical details provided by the designer.

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.
Team Members: Yuma Murakami
Yosuke Koizumi
Tomohiro Shiraga
Image Credits: Audio-Technica Corporation