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Award
2004 Good Design Award Winner
Producer: Hiroyuki Matoba, Technology Department 6th Section, Naruse Office, Audio-Technica Corporation
Designer: Satoshi Saito, Yonenoi Design Inc.
Jury Members: Kazufumi Masuda, Fumie Shibata, Naoto Fukasawa, Tatsuya Wada
Overview
Ear-hook type headphones with a wood design for a high-end aesthetic.
1. The housing uses solid carved wood from Hokkaido Asada cherry.
2. The ear hook part adopts lumbar support for comfort during long listening sessions.
3. A newly developed precision mechanism metal ear hanger and slide fit mechanism ensure a perfect fit to the ears.
4. Powerful sound can be enjoyed with a strong magnetic neodymium magnet and a large 28mm diameter driver.
5. Both the main unit and the included extension cable feature a highly elastic elastomer sheath that resists tangling.
6. Includes a convenient carrying pouch.
Designer's Comment
We used the same wood as in our larger headphones, maximizing a sense of luxury in this compact design.
Jury's Comment
The warmth and high-quality feel of the carved wood evoke the texture of musical instruments and speakers, making it a fitting design for a tool for listening to music.
(Information provided by: Japan Industrial Design Promotion Organization)
| Product # | B0002ERI22 |
|---|---|
| Weight | 141 g |
| Product package size | 16 x 9 x 4 cm |
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