Platanam Toraidhean Fuaim · 2025
Hotaru Cluicheadair Chlàran
- Duais Platanaim A' Design Award 2025 in Toraidhean Fuaim
- CLIENT: Audio-Technica
- Estimated Number of Design Views: 985,511
- Verification code F1AD83134D · Verify this award
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About Hotaru Cluicheadair Chlàran
Cruth-atharraich do spàs leis a' chlàr-chuairteachaidh iongantach seo. Tha am mias fleòdrach aige a' coimeasgachadh fuaim is solas gu rèidh, a' cruthachadh eòlas mothachail tumach. Tha an cartrais is an gàirdean-fuaim as-bheagach a' lìbhrigeadh fuaim fìor-ghlan agus grinneas lèirsinneach, fhad 's a tha an draibh fo-mhias le crios falaichte a' lughdachadh crith airson soilleireachd fuaim fhìor-ghlan. Air a dhealbhadh à acrilig, alùmanam agus umha den chàileachd as fheàrr, tha an siostam seo chan ann a-mhàin a' tabhann càileachd fuaim air leth ach cuideachd na phrìomh-phìos tarraingeach ann an seòmar sam bith.
About the Duais Platanaim A' Design Award
Tha Hotaru Cluicheadair Chlàran air Duais Platanaim A' Design Award a bhuannachadh, aithneachadh ro-urramach a bheirear do dhealbhaidhean a tha dha-rìribh sònraichte, eireachdail agus iongantach. Tha buannaichean Platanaim nam mìorbhailean cruthachaidh, nam fianais air crìochan cruthachalachd inntleachdail, agus a nochdas proifeiseantachd agus sàr-ghèinidh gun choimeas an luchd-dealbhaidh. Thathar an dùil gum bi na dealbhaidhean seo nan obraichean as ainmeile a mhìnicheas bòidhchead ùine, a chuidicheas le sunnd a' chomainn agus a bhrosnaicheas crìochan ealain, saidheans, dealbhaidh agus teicneolais. Tha Hotaru Cluicheadair Chlàran a' nochdadh ìre sàr-mhathais os-chaithreach agus gu cinnteach a' dèanamh an t-saoghail nas fheàrr leis na feartan buannachdail is luachmhor aige. Tha Hotaru Cluicheadair Chlàran na obair a bhuannaich Duais Platanaim A' Design Award a dhùisgeas miannan, a bhrosnaicheas, a thaitneas agus a thogas gàirdeachas mòr.
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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
