21st Century Walkman

Challenge: Bring analogue media up to speed in the digital age

Collectors and enthusiasts alike want a cassette player that is easy to obtain, will not break down, and can stand up to the decks of the last century, while enjoying modern features and conveniences.

Older generations with cassettes lying around want for ways to hear them again. Tapes holding recordings of past relatives waiting to be preserved, songs and mixes from a younger time, or simply curiosity for a different listening experience that is a little less instant.

Collectors

Young Enthusiasts

Casual Listeners

Musicians

Reminiscers

Process

Drawing inspiration from both media players of old
and technology of today, the goal was to break up an unavoidably bulky form into a more modern and
appealing form factor. Due to the nature of the medium, analog media has been left behind with the advancement of smart technology. This player aims to bridge that gap and bring modern features to old-school users.

Drawing inspiration from both media players of old and technology of today, the goal was to break up an unavoidably bulky form into a more modern and appealing form factor. Due to the nature of the medium, analog media has been left behind with the advancement
of smart technology. This player aims to bridge that gap and bring modern features
to old-school users.