Audio Technica’s Magnetically Floating Record Player is a Work of Art

We’re suckers for good lighting, cool magnets, and a great record player. So what happens when you combine all three?

Something very, very cool, and also very very expensive.

The limited edition, Audio Technica Hotaru record player has a fascinating design that uses magnetic repulsion to float the player’s plinth, allowing for vibration-free playback.

In addition, the player has dynamic color-changing lighting that can react to the music, giving a highly dynamic playback experience.

This highly refined, highly engineered player is limited to 1,000 units worldwide, and is available for pre-order for $10,000.

We named this new turntable after the firefly because it illuminates the air with a similar magical glow, inviting listeners to soak up the fleeting experience.

Also, as a Japanese audio manufacturer, we chose the “Hotaru” name to reflect the influence that the firefly has had on Japan’s art and culture.

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Utilizing 20 different color palettes, the lighting system reacts and harmonizes 
with the music, creating a truly immersive experience of both sight and sound

By Moss & Fog Staff

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