Hey Pbb, I sure wish someone would design some components with the huge tailfins of the early 60's Chryslers and DeSotos. Yeh baby!
Who designs casework for audio components?
Are there industrial design firms that specialize in designing audio component casework? How many manufacturers design their own products in-house? The design of the casework is an important part of brand recognition/appeal and unless cost is an extremely important factor it deserves serious attention. Lots of factors to think about: dimensions, shape, color, materials used, layout, user interface, etc. Who does the design work?
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I agree the Edge stuff is unbearable. They probably wanted to make a statement, but in my view it's the wrong statement. Expensive to make too. One thing that I definately prefer is a volume knob instead of buttons. A knob is quick and easy to use. Buttons are generally fixed in how fast they change the volume. Give me a big cherry-wood Blue Circle knob anyday! |
As someone who loves and makes a living in the art+design field I totally agree. I wish more manufacturers that charge high dollar for their gear would put a little more effort into the industrial design of their products. Obviously, Gilbert Yeung of Blue Circle puts a premium on design [and concept], but I think he should add a set of brassiere headphones to go along with his purse preamp and high heel pump monoblock amps. |
Try Josh' stuff - art in both form and function. Electronluv Definitely some out of the ordinary stuff! As close to Tail Fins as I have seen.... -Ed |
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