# $90,000 Speakers Proscenium Black Diamond III is Luxurious Listening Equipment for Audiophiles By Marie | Published 2011-07-30 | Tech Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/proscenium-black-diamond-iii References: [gizmodo](http://gizmodo.com/5825974/this-turntable-probably-costs-more-than-anything-in-your-house-and-weighs-more-than-you/gallery/1) & [walkeraudio](http://www.walkeraudio.com/Proscenium.html) Audiophiles and vinyl enthusiasts may have just had their dreams come true with the release of the Walker Audio Proscenium Black Diamond III [record player](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/reference-10-turntable), which bears a $90,000 price tag. Walker have mastered the art of [vinyl stereo sound](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/beogram-4000c-turntable) with this model, offering the classic charming phonographic sound without any static or white noise. The player is set with a self-cleaning air bearing arm with 45 psi air pressure capabilities to achieve this clear and outstanding sound quality. The [black and gold-lacquered stereo](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sonus-faber-amati-supreme) weighs in at 250 pounds, and looks just as good as it sounds. The Proscenium Black Diamond III is proof that vinyl will always have a solid fan base, and remains the most sophisticated way to rock out. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.2/10 - Popularity: 37% | Activity: 52% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 70% men, 30% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Tech](https://www.trendhunter.com/tech) > [Multimedia](https://www.trendhunter.com/multimedia) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **High-end Audio Equipment:** The trend towards creating high-end, luxurious audio equipment like the Proscenium Black Diamond III offers opportunities for further innovation in this area. - **Vinyl Revival:** The growing popularity of vinyl records among audiophiles creates an opportunity for further disruption in the music industry, as more companies cater to this demand. - **Air Bearing Technology:** The use of self-cleaning air bearing arms with high air pressure capabilities is a trend in audio equipment that presents opportunities for further advancements in this technology. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Audio Equipment Manufacturing:** Manufacturers can capitalize on the trend towards high-end audio equipment like the Proscenium Black Diamond III, by creating their own high-end products that cater to audiophiles in the market. - **Vinyl Records:** The increasing popularity of vinyl records presents an opportunity for further investment and innovation in this industry, as more artists and labels release music in this format. - **Precision Engineering:** The use of air bearing technology in the Proscenium Black Diamond III highlights the potential for further innovation in precision engineering, particularly in the audio equipment industry. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Heavy-Duty Premium Turntables](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sl1000res-direct-drive.md) - [Stylishly Textural Turntables](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wrensilva-loft-tuxedo.md) - [Luxury Audiophile Record Players](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/avid-relveo.md) - [Opulent Retro-Style Turntables](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bang-olufsen-beosystem-3000c.md) - [90s-Inspired Music Players](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bang-olufsen4.md) - [Advanced Opulent Turntables](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/signature-122.md) - [Commemorative Walnut Turntables](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/beosystem-7222.md) - [Opulent Living Space Speakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/goldmund-pulp-bluetooth-speaker-set.md) - [Luxe Limited-Edition Audio Systems](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/beosystem-7223.md)