This New Device Creates Carvings Without Sacrificing Sound
Alyson Wyers — July 17, 2013 — Art & Design
References: factory.autora.jp & psfk
Companies have been reworking old records for awhile into innovative, new designs, but Shinsuke Yamaji found a way to create customized vinyl without compromising sound quality. The Japanese designer conceived the Cutting Autora Factory Plate to carve specialized images onto the record without rendering it unplayable. These personalized designs are depicted on the surface of the record, so the spiral grooves are not damaged in any way. Graphics vary in complexity, ranging from simple swirls and lines to more complex creations and illustrations.
Customized vinyl etchings like those conceptualized by the Cutting Autora Factory Place provide opportunities for bands and musicians to bring another creative component to their work beyond cover art. This design device could potentially lead to limited editions of regular albums, individualized artwork or further customization of similar materials.
Customized vinyl etchings like those conceptualized by the Cutting Autora Factory Place provide opportunities for bands and musicians to bring another creative component to their work beyond cover art. This design device could potentially lead to limited editions of regular albums, individualized artwork or further customization of similar materials.
Trend Themes
1. Customized Vinyl Etchings - The ability to personalize vinyl records with specialized images opens up new creative avenues for musicians and fans alike.
2. Innovative Graphic Design on Records - The Cutting Autora Factory Plate's ability to create complex etchings without damage to the record allows for greater design possibilities and opens the door for further innovation in graphic design on vinyl.
3. Limited Edition Vinyl Records - Customization options such as those offered by the Cutting Autora Factory Plate could allow for the creation of limited edition vinyl records with individualized artwork to create a unique fan experience.
Industry Implications
1. Music Industry - This device could offer new revenue streams for musicians and labels, by creating unique and personalized vinyl products that cater to a niche audience.
2. Product Design Industry - The Cutting Autora Factory Plate represents an innovation in personalized, graphic design in the context of creating vinyl records that could inspire other industries to explore new customization opportunities.
3. Vinyl Record Manufacturing Industry - This technology is likely to disrupt the traditional vinyl record manufacturing process by integrating graphic design with the pressing process to produce customized records without sacrificing quality.
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