Iron Audio and Sound Equipment Design · 2023
Dominote Bluetooth Speaker
- A' Design Award 2023 Iron Winner in Audio and Sound Equipment Design
- Awarded April 15, 2023
- CLIENT: MAGMA graphics
- Estimated Number of Design Views: 16,647
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About Dominote Bluetooth Speaker
Dominote is 3-directional, bi-color Bluetooth speaker. The top control panel is inspired by the shape of a domino or a dice. Five dots are now useful buttons. The side panels of the speaker are influenced by a retro TV design. The name refers to the word "Dominate" but it's actually a combination between "Domino", because of the shape of the top panel, and "Note" for its audio function. The carcass is made of plastic with reinforced rubber edges.
Press Kit
- Unique Properties
- Starting with the name, it's a combination of "Domino", because of the shape of top panel, and "Note" - for its audio function. Also it has cross-reference to the word "Dominate". The product itself is bi-color, design recognizable Bluetooth speaker.
- Dimensions & Packaging
- Width 900 mm x Depth 900 mm x Height 900 mm
- Tags
- Dominote, Dominate, Domino, Note, Vasil, Velchev, Speaker, Bluetooth, Sound, Audio
- Production Technology
- The carcass is made of plastic. The edges are reinforced with rubber. Metal speaker grill and fabric stripe.
- Design Challenge
- Cost optimization while keeping the overall look and content.
- Project Duration
- The project started in December 2022 in Bulgaria.
- Operation Flow
- The battery is USB charged. Connection with the sound source is via Bluetooth.
- Research
- Audio transmission research. Speaker configuration and parameters.
- Inspiration
- The top control panel is inspired by the shape of a domino or a dice. The side panels of the speaker are influenced by a retro TV design.
- Image Credits
- Vasil Velchev
Colors of Dominote Bluetooth Speaker
Grand Interview about Dominote Bluetooth Speaker
Following the saying that "Everything new is well-forgotten old", i think there are plenty of good old designs which can be used for something fresh.
Choosing the dual color look was part of the specific desired aesthetic. Color minimalizm if i can say. Three speakers seemed the only practical solution to achieve better sound with such a small device.
In this particular project, very helpful. Having idea of the electronic part of the product, it helps to optimize the shape and internal space.
Journey is the proper word, so thank you for that. I can really not recall how many different names was considered, but at the end i am happy with the result. In order to have memorable product, you should have uniqe name as well.
Cost optimization is still a challenge. Probably one of the most important nowadays. I am afraid at this point i did my best in this direction.
We all know how fragile such devices could be so this design with the reinforced rubber edges gives you more security. It's not a static device, you can bring it with you where ever you go so it must be strong.
In this case i wanted to refer again to something familiar. On a subconscious level, the user should have the feeling that operating should be more like a game, not a hard work.
The transition from graphic design to industrial design was somehow expected way of evolution. The simbiosa between all your skills could lead you to very impressive designs.
Well, no matter how the design refers to something old, we alway have to follow the technology requirements of our modern world.
It is hard to say, only can guess. I believe that my design has given something fresh to this part of the audio industry. Competitive product, i believe.