Ruby-Jane Roberts

The Geelong College, VCE Product Design and Technologies

Record player 2025
Jarrah and European Beech

Artist statement:

Record player is a unique design that showcases the evolution of record players while preserving tradition and retro culture. It aims to provide its end users with a distinctive user experience through pops of colour and shapes that reference retro culture while maintaining a sleek and simple overall design. The record player is a testament to traditional listening styles yet still acknowledges technical advancements through its semi-automated features. With its automatic tonearm, Direct USB encoding, built in preamp, 33RPM and 45RPM adjustments, and speaker outlets, the product enables users to enjoy the best quality listening experience. The record player appeals to young audiences, record enthusiasts and those seeking retro aesthetics.