AUDIO-TECHNICA’S HOTARU TURNTABLE

Posted on 2025-01-27

The Audio-Technica Hotaru Turntable creates an immersive sensory experience by harmonizing sound and light. A floating analog record spins melodically, while a synchronized lighting system adds a mesmerizing visual element. Together, they produce unique, unforgettable moments.

The turntable incorporates a floating structure, achieved through powerful magnetic repulsion. This innovative design minimizes internal and external vibrations, thus enhancing playback accuracy. The lighting system also offers 20 customizable color palettes, including gradient and dynamic modes, to visually align with the music.

Engineered for exceptional sound quality, the system delivers rich, three-dimensional audio with shimmering highs, balanced mids, and resonant bass. The VM cartridge, refined through decades of analog expertise, captures intricate sonic details. The concealed belt-drive mechanism and minimalist tonearm ensure sonic clarity and aesthetic elegance.

www.audio-technica.co.jp

  

LOOP X COACHELLA EXPERIENCE 2

Posted on 2025-01-20

As part of the inaugural partnership, the innovative lifestyle brand, which describes its “fashion-forward” earwear as “sunglasses for your ears,” debuted limited-edition Loop x Coachella Experience 2 earplugs. Built with 17 dB (SNR) of filtered noise reduction, the collaborative model is designed to protect festivalgoers’ ears from the Mojave Stage’s bumping bass while still ensuring clear sound.

Each set boasts a gradient design mixing soft peach and blue tones inspired by the colors of Coachella, from sunrise to sunset. Notably, the earplugs come with a matching Loop x Coachella carry case, and there’s an optional link connector cord sold separately to keep the set as secure as possible.

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BANG & OLUFSEN X ANTOLINI

Posted on 2025-01-13

Created in collaboration with renowned Italian natural stone house Antolini, this limited-edition release reimagines home audio as sculptural art, anchored by a striking marble plinth.

The Natura model rests on a meticulously carved base made from Antolini’s Exclusive and Precioustone Collections, featuring exquisite natural materials such as Cristallo Iceberg, Cristallo Vitrum “Wow” and petrified wood in rich, earthy tones. Beyond its visual appeal, the plinth is also engineered to enhance acoustic performance, minimizing vibrations and allowing sound to flow naturally throughout the space. A precision-matched anodized aluminum ring seamlessly transitions from the base to the speaker, striking a perfect balance between raw materiality and refined technology.

Only 16 units will be produced.

www.bang-olufsen.com

  

ALLDAY GOODS X KERRYGOLD

Posted on 2025-01-06

Sustainability-focused kitchenware brand Allday Goods has partnered with Irish dairy icon Kerrygold to create a limited-edition butter knife. Each knife is individually numbered from 1 to 50 and will be sold on a first-come, first-serve basis.

Unlike previous Allday Goods’ butter knives, this special edition is hand-forged in Japan, a country renowned for its centuries-old blade-making traditions. The result is a knife that seamlessly combines timeless craftsmanship with everyday functionality. Each blade is engraved with “Kerrygold x Allday” and paired with a handle upcycled from Kerrygold’s own plastic tubs. Every handle features a unique, emerald marble-like pattern, making each piece truly one-of-a-kind. The knife is packaged in a Kerrygold butter container, adding a whimsical touch to the overall experience.

www.alldaygoods.co.uk

  

KAWS X SQUID GAME

Posted on 2024-12-30

The highly anticipated YOUNG-HEE figure is set to make a striking comeback, marking an exciting collaboration between renowned artist KAWS and Netflix. This release celebrates the upcoming premiere of Squid Game Season 2, allowing fans to connect with one of the series’ most iconic characters in a brand new way.

The new YOUNG-HEE figure showcases KAWS’ unique artistic style, complete with vibrant colors and intricate details that enhance its playful charm. With its modern twist on the beloved character, this figure encapsulates the essence of YOUNG-HEE while adding KAWS’ signature elements, making it an essential addition for collectors and Squid Game fans alike.

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THE SANDY LIANG X BEATS SOLO 4 HEADPHONES

Posted on 2024-12-23

Liang stamps a hand-drawn pink ribbon design across the top of the metallic silver silhouette’s headband, while Beats’ signature “b” logos land on either side in pastel pink. The headphones come housed in a box complete with a pink 3D-sculpted ribbon. On the technical side, the over-the-ear headphones offer up to 50 hours of battery life as well as Beats Solo’s top-tier audio quality, boasting a price tag of $199.99 USD.

“I’ve always been drawn to the way nostalgia and modernity can coexist, and working with Beats felt like the perfect way to bring that to life,” Sandy Liang explained in a statement. “They’re such a cultural icon, I wanted this collaboration to feel personal—something that blends function with a sense of playfulness and personality. I wanted it to feel like more than just headphones, but an accessory that brings joy.”

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