For audiophiles quality of the music is a very important aspect of the listening experience. Vinyl records are therefore popular amongst purists who love their music, and rightfully have a fanbase of their own. There are many reasons why music lovers still prefer listening to vinyl records. One of them is, that they create analog sound which one cannot get with any other audio listening equipment. To some, the records bring a deep physical connection as opposed to digital collections, while for others, they are prized collections with an emotional connection. Also, they have longevity and good resale value if you are an avid collector.
An industrial designer named Jorge Paez has designed a minimalistic-looking modern-day interpretation of the classic vinyl record player. The turntable dubbed RYTM on initial impressions is sleek and beautiful. The platter of the RYTM vinyl player is black with the stylus in the middle and “RYTM.record” has been etched on its surface. The plinth has a grey metallic color which looks contemporary and classic at the same time.
On the right side of the RYTM record player, the body has striped ridges. It has the On/Off buttons and keys to toggle other functions. A robotic arm is used to place the vinyl record onto the platter and the tonearm guides the stylus on record. The design is inspired by the 1957 Braun SK4/1 turntable which was conceived by Hans Gugelot and Dieter Rams. RYTM is smaller and much streamlined compared to that design and will be a great addition to any audiophile’s private collection.
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RYTM turntable boasts a characteristic vertical slat arrangement that has integrated user controls. It is a great design and an example of modern-day engineering that creates a visually stimulating form. Turntables are not just tools for playing music but they also represent a rich history of audio technology and a tangible connection to the musical past for many enthusiasts.
Some modern turntables come with features like Bluetooth and USB connectivity which we don’t see is the case with RYTM that sticks to the basics.
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