This is the Montreal Radio Clock created by International product designer Ichiro Katami. I believe this one of the top radio designs. The main reason is its similar, but quite different from any other radios designed before. Whilst the Montreal realates to old radio styling with the exaggerated 'pull out antenna' and simple numerical font, it opens the doors of traditional design to incorporate a vibrant blue ambient light which is its striking feature. The confident lines and sleek black acrylic body really work together (grasping the less is more theme). The Blue fluorescent light creates an almost shape in itself by balancing the weight of the black on top.
As well as the eye catching design, the Montreal clock has a unique way of button interaction. It's top set of buttons are modelled and based off the look and feel of a piano key, making a selection a pleasing experience and a musical one (quite fitting, as radio's play do play music after all).
• Color: black
• Materials: acrylic, ABS, aluminum
• Size: W280×D75×H75mm
• Power: 100V AC adapter
• Electricity usage: 4.5W
• Back up power: 2AA batteries (included)
• Reception frequency: AM 522〜1629kHz FM 76〜108MHz
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http://www.japantrendshop.com/monteal-clock-radio-from-takumi-p-273.html
Tom G
This radio looks stunning! When I first saw the picture you posted of this radio, it looked like a box at a glance with a blue section down the bottom. But then I took a second look and realised that there was a section missing that was highlighted with the blue light.
ReplyDeleteThis product would stand out from its rivals on the shelf as the blue is instantly eye catching!
I am curious as to where the sound is projected from. Does the sound come from the blue section? or are there speakers on the back?
I do like it how all the buttons are hidden on the top face of the radio and can barely be seen in the first photograph. Sleek, clean and incredible design.
Matt Harding