I've always wondered when the iconic Bearbrick would be transformed into something different and now I have my answer after seeing the Stussy x Medicom Toy Speakers.
Fans of the Bearbrick figures will no doubt be clawing after the Stussy x Medicom Toy Speakers. This isn't the first collaboration between the two companoes as they previously released a Star Wars series. This time, the west coast brand and the Japanese designer toy company has come up with a speaker in the form of the Bearbrick figure. It's got a very simple, minimalist look that features a black body with Stussy's logo on the chest. Sound will project from the ears while the dock comes out neatly from the feet. This will be compatible with the iPhone 4, iPhone 3GS, iPhone, iPod nano, iPod classic, and the iPod touch
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The Stussy x Medicom Toy Speakers Provides Fashionable Listening
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