Transparent Turntable 무선 바이닐 레코드 플레이어 by Per Brickstad is a highly esteemed winner of the very prestigious 2024 A' Design Award 플래티넘상 in 오디오 및 음향 장비 디자인 Competition Category.
플래티넘오디오 제품· 2024
Transparent Turntable 무선 바이닐 레코드 플레이어
Client: Transparent
A' Design Award 플래티넘상 Winner in 오디오 제품 Category
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The Design
About Transparent Turntable 무선 바이닐 레코드 플레이어
Transparent Turntable은 알루미늄과 강화유리로 제작된 무선 바이닐 레코드 플레이어입니다. 벨트 드라이브 방식으로 포노 스테이지가 내장되어 있으며, 오토폰(Ortofon) 카트리지가 사전 장착되어 있습니다. 댐핑 힌지가 적용된 강화유리 더스트 커버는 어떤 각도에서도 그 위치를 유지합니다. 모듈형 설계 덕분에 나사를 풀어 턴테이블을 분해할 수 있어 부품을 교체하거나 업그레이드할 수 있습니다. 전자 폐기물을 줄이기 위해 긴 사용 수명과 손쉬운 수리를 지원합니다. 블루투스 전송을 통해 턴테이블을 Transparent 스피커는 물론 타 브랜드의 스피커와도 연결할 수 있습니다.
The Recognition
About the A' Design Award 플래티넘상
Transparent Turntable 무선 바이닐 레코드 플레이어, 이 작품은 A' Design Award 플래티넘상 수상작으로, 진정으로 탁월하고 우아하며 장엄한 디자인에 수여되는 극히 권위 있는 인정입니다. 플래티넘상 수상작은 창조의 경이로움이자 지적 창의성의 한계를 보여 주는 증거이며, 디자이너의 비견할 데 없는 전문성과 천재성을 드러냅니다. 이러한 디자인은 한 시대의 미학을 규정하고 사회 복지에 기여하며 예술, 과학, 디자인, 기술의 경계를 넓히는 가장 명성 높은 작품이 될 것으로 기대됩니다. Transparent Turntable 무선 바이닐 레코드 플레이어, 이 작품은 초월적인 수준의 탁월함을 보여 주며 유익하고 가치 있는 특성으로 세상을 더 나은 곳으로 만듭니다. Transparent Turntable 무선 바이닐 레코드 플레이어, 이 작품은 욕망을 일깨우고 영감을 주며 기쁨을 선사하는 A' Design Award 플래티넘상 수상작입니다.
Behind the Design
Press Kit
Credits, team members and technical details provided by the designer.
- Unique Properties
- The Transparent Turntable is meticulously crafted out of aluminium and tempered glass. It is a belt driven system with a built in phono stage, and a pre-mounted cartridge from Danish Ortofon. Just like all Transparent products it has a completely modular design. With the future in mind, it is made for flexibility, upgradability and repairability. Compatible with both Transparent speakers and other brands, it offers connectivity options like low-latency Bluetooth transmission.
- Dimensions & Packaging
- specifications:
— Built in preamp / RIAA equalizer
— Pre-mounted Ortofon OM5E Cartridge
— Pre-mounted Bluetooth 5.0 Module
dimensions & package:
- Dimensions: 410 x 121 x 321 mm (WxHxD)
- Net Weight: +/- 7 kg
- Accessories: 120cm RCA cable, 45RPM adapter, power cable.
- USB-A DC 5V power
- AC-power: 100~240V; 50/60Hz
technical properties:
- Speed: 33 1/3 & 45 rpm (with auto stop) - Principle: Belt transmission
- Anti-Skating for Tone arm
- Slide Switch for Pre-amplifier On/OFF selection for RCA jack output
- Speed variance: 33: ≤1% / 45: ≤1%
- Wow & Flutter: 33: 0.25% / 45: 0.25%
- Big Platter: 5 mm Matt ALU, φ 290mm - Small Platter: 15mm ALU, φ 179mm
- Signal to noise: ≥ 53dB at 1KHz, -10dB - Tonearm: ALU
- Effective arm length: 220 mm - Overhang: 19.5 mm
- Tonearm mass: 135 g (incl. cartridge, head shell, bearing, etc)
- Effective tonearm mass: 10 g
- Counterweight for mass: 69 g
- Tracking force range: 0 – 41.6mN (17.5 mN pre-adjusted)
- Outputs: RCA stereo, 3.5mm Phone Stereo - Tags
- Turntable, Vinyl, Wireless, Modular, Circular, Electronics, Scandinavian, Hifi, Audio
- Production Technology
- The Turntable comes with new technical innovations reducing ground loop noise and the included cartridge is an Ortofon OM 5e MM, which is regarded for well balanced sound.
All details are custom made and all “off the shelf” plastic details surrounding a tonearm have been removed.
Where we are used to finding a huge plastic beast of a lid, we find a tempered glass dust cover with dampened hinges that allows it to float in mid air wherever you release it. For the first time there is now a dust cover that you will actually want to use on your Turntable. - Design Challenge
- It has taken several years to apply Transparent’s modular design ethos to the Transparent Turntable. Just like the speakers, the Turntable boasts a modular architecture that allows for easy disassembly and component replacement. All parts can be taken apart by screws, for future upgrades or repairs. This forward-thinking approach not only promotes longevity but also aligns with their mission to reduce electronic waste and pay tribute to the design piece in your home.
- Research
- This is a direct response to a demand from our online community of music lovers. The Turntable is a harmonious addition to our existing lineup of speakers. It is designed to seamlessly integrate with our speakers providing a complete audio ecosystem that immerses you in music, connecting you intimately with your favorite artists and their creations. It enables a intentional ritual around music that can be lost with streaming services. The artists also loves record sales since the profit from one single record equals revenue from over 300 000 streams on a popular platform.
- Inspiration
- The design draws from Scandinavian simplicity, emphasizing durability, and the clear aesthetic represents transparency in both form and function. Technical inspiration was derived from advancements in wireless connectivity and sustainable material use, ensuring the turntable is both a visual and auditory centerpiece. This project embodies our response to contemporary demands for quality, sustainability, and a tactile music experience. A vinyl resurgence to celebrate intentional music listening.
- Project Duration
- Designed in house at Transparent Headquarters in Stockholm and launched in 2023.
- Operation Flow
- • Place your favorite vinyl record on the platter.
• Move the on/off switch to the on position.
• Double check that the speed RPM setting knob is at the 33 RPM position (this is the most common record speed).
• Unlatch the tonearm clip.
• Raise the tonearm by lifting the tonearm lifting lever.
Move the tonearm by pinching the tonearm grip and position the cartridge needle above the edge at the beginning of the record. By now the record should have started spinning.
• If there is dust or particles on your record, take this time to clean the record using the record brush. While the record is spinning and the tonearm is in up position, lower the brush onto
the left side of the record so it cleans all the tracks of the record simultaneously, there is no need to move the brush back and forth, just let it catch the debris as the record spins and then move it out from the record.
• Lower the tonearm by lowering the tonearm lever.
• You should now hear music. If needed, fine tune the speed using the pitch knob. Adjust the volume on your speaker and enjoy the moment.
• After the record is finished the motor will stop. When you are done playing, first lift the tonearm lever up. Grab the tonearm grip and move the tonearm back over its resting position. Lower the tonearm lifting lever. Latch the tonearm clip. Close the dust cover by the finger grip. - Patents
- EU registered design no 015009233-0001
China design patent ZL202330225019.6
Transparent trademark is protected. - Image Credits
- Video Credits: Creative direction and brief: Magnus Wiberg, Leah Pamela Eid & Per Brickstad (Transparent) DOP: Lukas Bengtsson,
Still photographer: Erik Djurklou, Producer: Alfred Lauritzen,
Line producer: Clara Soledad Cabrera Moksnes, Editing & grade: Lukas Bengtsson (BLONDE) Sound design: Marcus Lindberg (SENSE SOUND)
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