German electronics manufacturer Grundig might be alive only in marketed name, but these Grundig branded Audiorama 360-degree audio field producing "sound spheres" go back to the future of 1970 and a revisit the stylings of the iconic Audiorama 4000/7000 speakers. Looking straight off the set of Logan's Run, these are one of the few speakers I'd purposely want visible in my home and I for one welcome their return.
I hate to even call these retro; the originals were so ahead of their time in styling, I think the updated design still look futuristic to this day, and would definitely create a "sanctuary" of sound, perfect to set the mood for all your leisurely activity. Shipping in early 2008 for about $820. [via I4U News]
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Nice Photoshop job.
"There is no Sanctuary."
I don't know about you guys but I think the 60's and 70's idea of the modern and the future was much more futuristic than what passes for modern today. Digging this photo but than I love Logan's Run.
I agree, iceblink.
Enrique, have I told you lately,
I love you?
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suuuper joile
anyone know what they sound like?
Considering these are not yet available, you won't see "qualified reviews" for awhile. But we'd be more than happy if Grundig sent us a pair to put through the tests [hint, hint].
Save up! A penny saved is a penny earned. I'm saving up myself.
Grundig has been making fashionable electronics for decades. I love their mid century Majestic record playing consoles.
Hi!
I proudly own a set of original audioramas from the 70s running on a yamaha modern day amplifier, and i have to say they sound wonderful.
I think they were meant for quadrophonic or multi speaker systems like modern home theaters, so sweet spot is not an issue. I have them hanging from the ceiling at the middle of the living room and configured as fronts on my yamaha.
You actually feel music coming from behind the speakers, as it reflects on the wall behind!
I too have a set of the original 1970 version and they are amazing sounding. Mine are on the floor. I'd love to hang them someday.
@Boomer.. These are not plastic.