The speaker authentically replicates the original BE@RBRICK 400%, now reimagined for superior audio playback. It features QUAD’360™, an omnidirectional sound technology exclusively developed by RINARO, with four custom-engineered acoustic drivers in the BE@RBRICK’s head that generate a 360-degree sound field. The speaker is simplified with a single button and intuitive hand-twisting controls for volume and track selection. Users can also connect two BE@RBRICK AUDIO speakers for an authentic stereo experience.
The BE@RBRICK AUDIO 400% offers up to 6 hours of portable listening, rapid battery charging via USB-C, and a swappable battery design to ensure longevity. This collaboration symbolizes a new era for BE@RBRICK, amplifying the joy of previous collectibles with multidimensional sound. With a price of JPY 70,000 / USD 499 and three limited designs (Clear, Smoke, Black), the BE@RBRICK AUDIO 400% will be available in November 2023 at select retailers and online at www.bearbrick.audio.
The speaker also boasts a myriad of technical features, including 2 tweeters and 2 woofers, a frequency range of 90Hz – 20,000Hz, 2x10W output power, >80dB signal-to-noise ratio, Bluetooth® 5, and dimensions of 132 x 280 x 70 mm. With a weight of 870g, it also includes a lithium-ion battery and USB-C charging capabilities.
About MEDICOM TOY, BE@RBRICK, and RINARO ISODYNAMICS: MEDICOM TOY, established in 1996, designs character figures spanning various entertainment categories and created the BE@RBRICK, a bear-shaped block figure, in 2001. BE@RBRICK has taken various forms, collaborating with global artists, brands, and companies. RINARO ISODYNAMICS, an acoustic engineering company from Ukraine, has pioneered innovative sound designs since 1985, becoming a trusted partner in the world’s leading audio technology.
The product’s development was described as an “extremely interesting yet highly complex task,” to retain the original 400% BE@RBRICK’s shape, dimensions, and functionality. “After more than 20,000 engineering hours, we’ve created a product that our entire team is proud of,” said a representative from the collaboration. The anticipation builds as fans eagerly await the launch of this groundbreaking product, where technology meets artistry in an entirely new dimension.
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