Gold Audio and Sound Equipment Design · 2026
Morningblues Record R1 Speaker
by Wuxi Future Mirror Display Technology Co., Ltd.
- A' Design Award 2026 Gold Winner in Audio and Sound Equipment Design
- Awarded April 15, 2026
- CLIENT: Wuxi Future Mirror Display Technology Co., Ltd.
- Estimated Number of Design Views: 29,559
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About Morningblues Record R1 Speaker
Morningblues Record R1 is a home speaker shaped like a classic vinyl record. The high fidelity sound system is paired with a central high definition screen that shows real time lyrics, dynamic visuals, album covers or a virtual clock. An anti glare screen keeps the images clear under different indoor lighting. Black fabric, walnut wood and matte black plastic give a calm appearance suited to home interiors. Control is possible through physical buttons, a dedicated application or a separate terminal. The speaker measures 888 by 600 by 370 mm.
Drawing upon the rich heritage of Scandinavian audio design traditions that emerged in the mid-twentieth century, the Morningblues Record R1 Speaker by Wuxi Future Mirror Display Technology represents a thoughtful meditation on the relationship between acoustic technology and domestic sculptural presence. The work demonstrates considerable formal sophistication through its reduction of the speaker form to essential geometric elements: the circle, employed here as both acoustic necessity and visual anchor, and the triangle, manifested in the tripod base that recalls both mid-century furniture design and the elegant functionality of traditional musical instrument stands. The designer appears to engage deliberately with the material philosophy that distinguishes thoughtful audio equipment from mere technological apparatus, selecting a textile acoustic covering that suggests warmth and craft while the central reflective disc introduces an element of mystery and visual depth that rewards prolonged contemplation. The wooden legs, with their tapered profiles and apparent hand-finished quality, establish a dialogue between industrial production and artisanal tradition, suggesting that sound reproduction technology need not exist separately from the furnishing traditions of considered domestic environments. The chromatic restraint, limiting the palette to charcoal, black, and natural wood, demonstrates confidence in form rather than reliance upon decorative color, allowing the geometry and material qualities to carry the full expressive weight of the design. This approach situates the work within broader conversations about object permanence, suggesting an audio instrument designed for long-term relationship rather than technological obsolescence. The viewer might consider how the circular form, ancient symbol of completion and cosmic order, transforms the act of listening into something approaching contemplative ritual, elevating the domestic audio experience toward the meditative. What acoustic and aesthetic harmonies might emerge when technology honors both ear and eye with equal conviction?
Press Kit
- Unique Properties
- This Hi Fi artistic speaker mimics the classic form of vinyl records and integrates high‑fidelity audio with dynamic visuals. It not only transcends the traditional role as a mere sound output device, but also transforms music from a purely passive auditory signal into a form of spatial art that can be seen, felt, and experienced, redefining how music exists within the home environment.
- Dimensions & Packaging
- product dimensions, 888 mm x 600 mm x 370 mm
- Tags
- Vinyl Record, Skeuomorphic Design, Audio Visual Synergy, Dynamic Visuals, Emotional Resonance, Hi Fi Sound, Home Art Installation, Immersive Experience, Anti Glare Screen
- Production Technology
- The Hi Fi sound system professionally tuned by Jamo offers high resolution, low distortion sound. R1 uses recyclable materials like ABS plastic, optical glass, and high density fiberboard, facilitating easy recycling. A low power consumption chip and energy efficient display technology reduce standby power consumption below 0.5 W, minimizing energy use over time. The packaging is made from eco friendly kraft paper and biodegradable plastics, and avoids overpackaging, easing environmental burden.
- Design Challenge
- As a home art installation, R1 must balance screen display quality with varying indoor lighting conditions. To achieve this, it adopts an anti glare high definition screen, minimizing ambient light reflections to keep visuals clear, soft, and comfortable to view under different lighting environments. This ensures information readability and maintains a serene, refined spatial atmosphere, truly realizing the philosophy of technology hidden in beauty, functionality integrated into the environment.
- Project Duration
- The project started in December 2021 in Wuxi, Jiangsu. The product was launched in December 2022 in China, and its second generation was released in January 2024.
- Operation Flow
- The central high definition screen, during music playback, displays real time lyrics and dynamic visuals to visualize the emotion of music,greatly enhancing the sense of immersion and ritual. The screen also supports diverse display contents such as album covers, a virtual clock, and screen off minimalism, accommodating various scenarios and aesthetic preferences. R1 can be controlled via physical buttons, the dedicated app, and the customized operation terminal QMO, meeting personalized needs.
- Research
- With a deep insight into the needs of modern users, the design team has transcended the traditional notion of music as merely an auditory experience, redefining it as a multidimensional sensory narrative. Building on this, R1 innovatively integrates the ritualistic charm of vinyl records with dynamic visuals, creating an audio visual synergy. This elevates music playback to audible and visible immersive spatial art, meeting the demand of users for refined living and profound emotional resonance.
- Inspiration
- R1 draws inspiration from vinyl records that carry rich music culture and collective memories. By mimicking the classic form and display aesthetic of vinyl records, it evokes an emotional connection to cherished music experiences of the past. The blend of black fabric, walnut wood, and matte black plastic creates a harmonious contrast in texture. This endows the product with understated elegance, highlighting its exceptional quality and allowing it to integrate naturally into any home setting.