In the golden era of the 1950s and 60s, when vinyl records were the heartbeat of music enthusiasts, the design of turntables and vinyl players was guided more by function and less by aesthetics. Sleekness wasn’t really on the agenda. Design efforts, at most, leaned towards minimalism, with companies like Braun leading the way. Yet, none ventured into exploring the potential of ultra-thin designs. This historical context makes the introduction of the BÖNWERK Turntable a striking development in the domain of music players, signifying a bold step in blending modern design sensibilities with a touch of nostalgia.

The creative minds behind this innovative concept, Mateo Rombolá and Tobias Quirici, have not just designed a turntable. They’ve reimagined the vinyl player’s aesthetic from the ground up. Drawing inspiration from the iconic wedge-shaped design of the MacBook Air, they’ve introduced a turntable that starts with a razor-thin edge, gradually expanding to accommodate the control panel. This approach not only gives the turntable a sleek, almost ethereal presence but also creates an emotional resonance, marrying the tactile joy of vinyl with the elegance of contemporary design.
Rombolá and Quirici embarked on this project with a clear vision: to craft a turntable that stands out not only for its aesthetics but also for its ability to cater to the refined tastes of audiophiles. They focused on enhancing ...