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Hotaru Pikap by Audio-Technica Corporation
Hotaru Pikap by Audio-Technica Corporation
Hotaru Pikap by Audio-Technica Corporation
Hotaru Pikap by Audio-Technica Corporation
Hotaru Pikap by Audio-Technica Corporation

Platin Ses Ürünleri · 2025

Hotaru Pikap

by Audio-Technica Corporation

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

Bu çarpıcı pikap ile mekanınızı dönüştürün. Yüzen tablası ses ve ışığı kusursuzca birleştirerek sürükleyici bir duyusal deneyim yaratır. Minimalist kartuş ve ton kolu kusursuz ses ve görsel zarafet sunarken, gizlenmiş kayış tahrikli alt tabla titreşimleri en aza indirerek saf ses netliği sağlar. Premium akrilik, alüminyum ve pirinçten üretilen bu sistem, olağanüstü ses kalitesi sunmanın yanı sıra her odada çarpıcı bir merkez parçası olarak hizmet eder.

About the A' Design Award Platin Ödülü

Hotaru Pikap, A' Design Award Platin Ödülü kazananıdır; bu, gerçekten istisnai, zarif ve görkemli tasarımlara verilen son derece prestijli bir tanınırlıktır. Platin kazananlar yaratımın harikalarıdır, entelektüel yaratıcılığın sınırlarına tanıklık eder ve tasarımcılarının eşsiz profesyonelliğini ve dehasını gösterir. Bu tasarımların, bir çağın estetiğini belirleyen, toplumun refahına katkıda bulunan ve sanat, bilim, tasarım ve teknolojinin sınırlarını zorlayan en ünlü eserler olması beklenir. Hotaru Pikap aşkın bir mükemmellik düzeyi sergiler ve yararlı ve değerli özellikleriyle dünyayı kuşkusuz daha iyi bir yer haline getirir. Hotaru Pikap, arzuları tetikleyen, ilham veren, heyecanlandıran, mutlu eden ve büyük bir sevinç uyandıran, A' Design Award Platin Ödülü kazanmış bir eserdir.

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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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