Turntables have seen a resurgence of sorts but few manage to be as impressive as the Phonographic Perambulator No. 1 by Kostas Metaxas. The Metaxas-designed turntable was created using a history of audio engineering which resulted in a gorgeous kinetic turntable. The turntable, crafted completely by hand, is made entirely of aircraft aluminum and is fully bespoke. The distinct waves in the Phonographic Perambulator No. 1 come from the use of a Swiss Maxor belt-drive system which rotates the aluminum platter in wave-like formations.
The Kostas Metaxas designed turntable will make its first public debut at the 2018 Munich High-End Show and will be joined by the company's GQT Portable Recording Device No 1. The inclusion of the Phonographic Perambulator No. 1 should come as no surprise as the handcrafted turntable is currently being sold for pre-order for $35,000.
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What Makes This Trend Stand Out
- Resurgence of Turntables
- The renewed interest in turntables presents opportunities for innovative designs and features.
- Bespoke Manufacturing
- Handcrafted and customized products like the Phonographic Perambulator No. 1 cater to the growing demand for personalized luxury items.
- Kinetic Design
- The wave-like formations created by the Swiss Maxor belt-drive system demonstrate the potential for incorporating dynamic and visually captivating elements in product design.
Sectors Adopting This
- Audio Equipment Manufacturing
- Companies involved in the production of turntables and other audio equipment can explore ways to incorporate bespoke and kinetic design elements.
- Luxury Goods
- The luxury goods industry can leverage the demand for unique and exclusive products by collaborating with designers to create high-end bespoke items.
- Event and Exhibition Services
- Companies specializing in event and exhibition services can target the audio industry by offering platforms to showcase innovative turntable designs and related products.
