# Rippling Sound Wave Turntables The Conceptual Ripple Turntable by Pelin Özbalcı is Dazzling By Michael Hemsworth | Published 2021-11-25 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ripple-turntable References: [yankodesign](https://www.yankodesign.com/2021/11/24/the-ripple-turntable-transforms-the-idea-of-sound-waves-into-actual-waves-modeled-onto-the-surface/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=the-ripple-turntable-transforms-the-idea-of-sound-waves-into-actual-waves-modeled-onto-the-surface)  The conceptual Ripple Turntable has been designed by Pelin Özbalcı as a fixture for the modern home that would provide [audiophiles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/avid-relveo) with a style-conscious way to enjoy their favorite LPs. The record player is entirely white in finish with a section for the vinyl disc itself as well as for the swing arm, which is imagined with a gilded aesthetic. The base of each individual section features [ripples on the surface](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ripple-light) that move out from the center before intersecting with one another for a perplexing yet posh final aesthetic. The conceptual Ripple Turntable appears to draw inspiration from [minimalist design aesthetics](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-paron-iii) and will fit in perfectly with Japanese or Scandinavian-inspired spaces where the attention is on a handful of carefully chosen pieces. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 4.0/10 - Popularity: 65% | Activity: 43% | Freshness: 11% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) > [Modern](https://www.trendhunter.com/modern) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Minimalist Turntables:** Designing minimalist turntables with a sleek and clean finish could attract audiophiles and style-conscious individuals. - **Gilded Finish Turntables:** Introducing turntables with a gilded finish could entice individuals looking for luxury and premium aesthetics in their music equipment. - **Japanese/scandinavian-inspired Turntables:** Creating turntables that suit Japanese or Scandinavian-inspired interiors could attract consumers who prefer spaces defined by simplicity and functionality. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Consumer Electronics:** Designing turntables with new and innovative features can keep consumer electronics companies competitive in the market. - **Luxury Home Goods:** Introducing turntables with premium aesthetics and materials targeting the luxury home goods industry could appeal to consumers who prefer to invest in high-end products. - **Interior Design:** Manufacturing turntables that fit interior design trends like Japanese or Scandinavian-inspired spaces can give companies in the industry a unique edge and appeal to a new demographic. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Metallic Architectural Record Players](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/rytm.md) - [Record-Cleaning Vinyl Turntables](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/crescent-turntable.md) - [Visceral Record Turntables](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/orbit-kinetic.md) - [Modern Sideways Audio Turntables](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pp1.md) - [Elegant Upright Turntables](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/blok-turntable.md) - [See-Through Sci-Fi Turntable Concepts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/harman-kardon-record-player.md) - [Sculptural Modern Turntable Concepts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/amuni-studio.md) - [Transparent Vinyl Player Concepts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/transparent-vinyl-player.md) - [Sleek Minimal Clear Turntables](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/transparent-turntable-1.md)