Nostalx Skaļrunis — Yuqing Xiao, Menghai Xia and Siyu Zang

Darbs Nostalx Skaļrunis, kura autors ir Yuqing Xiao, Menghai Xia and Siyu Zang, ir augsti novērtēts un ļoti prestižās 2025 Bronzas balva A' Design Award ieguvējs kategorijā Digitālo un elektronisko ierīču dizains.

BronzasPlaša patēriņa elektronika· 2025

Nostalx Skaļrunis

Autors: Yuqing Xiao, Menghai Xia and Siyu Zang

Klients: Functional Form Flock Allies

Bronzas balva A' Design Award ieguvējs kategorijā Plaša patēriņa elektronika

52,495

Verificēts balvas ieguvējs

Verificēt balvas statusu dizainam #164819

Skatīt A' Design Award Preses relīze Balvas žetons

Krāsas

Dizains

Par Nostalx Skaļrunis

Nostalx ir retro stila Bluetooth skaļrunis, kas apvieno mūzikas atskaņošanu ar daudzjoslu radio uztveršanu. Vadības sistēmā ietilpst divi grozāmie regulatori, trīs pogas un daudzpozīciju slēdzis. Kreisais regulators izvēlas radio kanālus, savukārt labais regulators pielāgo skaļumu un minimālajā pozīcijā izslēdz skaļruni. Daudzpozīciju slēdzis pārslēdzas starp Bluetooth, FM, AM un SW režīmiem. Korpusu var izgatavot no krāsota plastmasas, koka vai matēta akrila. Nostalx digitālo displeju vietā izmanto taustes vadības elementus, radot sensorisku klausīšanās pieredzi.

Atzinība

Par Bronzas balva A' Design Award

Nostalx Skaļrunis ir Bronzas balvas A' Design Award ieguvējs, ļoti prestiža atzinība, ko piešķir izciliem dizainiem, kas izceļas ar radošumu, atjautību un viedumu. Bronzas ieguvēji ir pietiekami prasmīgi un pārsteidzoši radoši darbi, kas apliecina to dizaineru plašo pieredzi, iztēli un izdarību. Sagaidāms, ka Nostalx Skaļrunis būs augsti vērtēts, apbrīnots un cienīts priekšmets, ievērojami profesionāls un inovatīvs. Šis ar Bronzas balvu apbalvotais dizains iekļauj labāko praksi mākslā, zinātnē, dizainā un tehnoloģijās un izceļas ar uzmanību detaļām. Nostalx Skaļrunis lieliski apmierina vajadzības, skar vēlmes, valdzina jūtas un piesaista zinātkāri.

Aiz dizaina

Preses materiāli

Dizainera sniegtie autori, komandas dalībnieki un tehniskie dati.

Unikālās īpašības: Nostalx is a retro-style Bluetooth speaker that combines music playback with multi-band radio functionality, offering a sensory-rich experience through its tactile interface. Unlike typical digital devices, NostalX engages touch, sound, and sight, providing a more immersive and interactive listening experience. Its design encourages ritualistic physical interactions, allowing users to express their musical tastes and lifestyle in a world dominated by digital interfaces, making it truly stand out.
Izmēri un iepakojums: Weight: 537g
Length 200mm x Height 130mm x Thickness 53mm
Birkas: Speaker, Multi-band radio, Sensory interaction, Tactile design, Retro-style, Vintage aesthetics, User experience, Lifestyle product
Ražošanas tehnoloģija: Nostalx is a retro-style Bluetooth speaker with music playback and multi band radio functions. It features a radio component, audio speaker, rechargeable battery, and main circuit board. The control elements include two knobs, three buttons, and a multi-position push switch. The knobs are mechanically linked to the dashboard for synchronized rotation. Shell materials vary by design style, including colored plastic, wood, or frosted acrylic for a customizable appearance.
Dizaina izaicinājums: The design of Nostalx faced challenges in integrating an interactive interface into its retro aesthetic, avoiding digital displays to enhance multi-sensory stimulation. Balancing visual appeal with technical feasibility required iterative redesigns, particularly in incorporating existing circuitry. The team worked closely with engineers to refine controls, ensuring both functionality and design cohesion. The result is an immersive, intuitive product that blends form, function, and user engagement seamlessly.
Pētījums: In recent years, sales of physical music formats like vinyl and cds have surged, valued for their permanence and nostalgic appeal in a digital world. Our research shows over 45% of consumers are dissatisfied with streaming's lack of physical interaction, craving high quality sound and a multi sensory experience. Many now view music as an expression of personal taste, favoring retro designs that blend nostalgia with modernity. This shift highlights a growing demand for music players as lifestyle products, enhancing the music experience.
Iedvesma: For music enthusiasts, streaming has diminished music's perceived value. Physical formats like vinyl are resurging due to nostalgia. Consumers now desire tangible experiences, valuing the permanence of physical objects that evoke safety in a digital world. They crave high-quality sound and sensory-rich products that reflect their tastes and lifestyles. This project transforms the music player from a functional tool to a lifestyle product, blending vintage sensory appeal with modern convenience.
Projekta ilgums: The project commenced in Savannah, Georgia in September 2023, the model was completed in Savannah by November 2023.
Darbības plūsma: Nostalx features a radio assembly, audio speaker, rechargeable battery, and a main circuit board. Its control system includes two knobs, three buttons, and a multi-position push switch for seamless use. The left knob adjusts radio channels, while the right controls volume, with a power off function at minimum. The buttons handle play/pause, fast forward, and rewind. The multi position switch toggles between Bluetooth, FM, AM, and SW, blending modern technology with a nostalgic user experience.
Komandas dalībnieki: Designer: Yuqing Xiao
Designer: Siyu Zang
Designer: Menghai Xia
Designer: Weijing Zhao
Designer: Qijun Nie
Attēlu autori: Pic 1 Designer Yuqing Xiao, NostalX model rendering, 2023
Pic 2 Designer Yuqing Xiao, NostalX interface introduction and model photography, 2023
Pic 3 Designer Yuqing Xiao, Explode view image of NostalX and model photography, 2023
Pic 4 Designer Yuqing Xiao, NostalX prototype model photography, 2023
Pic 5 Designer Yuqing Xiao, Multiple CMF choices of NostalX, 2023