Draft:COTODAMA

COTODAMA
Native name
コトダマ
IndustryAudio technology
Founded2016
HeadquartersTokyo, Japan
ProductsLyric speaker, COTODAMA" SPEAKER CANVAS, COTODAMA" SPEAKER BOX
Websitecotodama-speaker.com

COTODAMA is a Tokyo-based company known for developing audio-visual devices that combine music playback with synchronized lyric visualization. It was founded in 2016.[1][2]

Overview

COTODAMA explores the relationship between music and language through technology, transforming song lyrics into dynamic visual elements.

The company gained early international recognition after being selected for the SXSW Accelerator program, where it received the Best Bootstrap Company award in 2015.[3]

Products

Lyric speaker

The Lyric speaker is a Wi-Fi speaker system that displays song lyrics in real time as animated typography synchronized with music playback.[4]

The Verge described the device as a system that presents lyrics on a translucent display, turning music into a visual experience.[5] Forbes characterized it as “a multimedia art installation” rather than a conventional speaker.[6]

COTODAMA" SPEAKER CANVAS

COTODAMA expanded its product line with the CANVAS model, which integrates lyric visualization into a framed display format.

The CANVAS model was recognized with the Good Design Award Best 100 in 2019.[7] According to Forbes, the product blends music, typography, and interior design into a single experience.[8]

COTODAMA" SPEAKER BOX

COTODAMA also introduced the BOX model, a sculptural speaker format that has been used in various collaborations with fashion and lifestyle brands.

COTODAMA has collaborated with brands including Saint Laurent and mastermind JAPAN.[9][10][11] Additional collaborations include projects with Yohji Yamamoto’s WILDSIDE and Franck Muller.[12][13][14]

Technology

COTODAMA has developed technology that synchronizes song lyrics with music playback, enabling lyrics to be displayed dynamically in real time.[15]

Partnerships

COTODAMA has participated in Abbey Road Red, a music technology incubator program.[16]

Recognition

  • SXSW Accelerator (2015) – Best Bootstrap Company
  • Good Design Award Best 100 (2019)

Media coverage

COTODAMA and its products have been covered by international media including Forbes, The Verge, DJ Mag, Music Week, Robb Report, and Design Milk.[17][18]

References

  1. ^ https://www.modernluxury.com/cotodama-lyric-speaker-box-mika-ninagawa-kareoke/
  2. ^ https://pitchbook.com/profiles/company/566122-42
  3. ^ https://www.sxsw.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/06/2015-SXSW-Accelerator-Winners-3.15.15.pdf
  4. ^ https://design-milk.com/cotodama-lyric-speaker-makes-karaoke-easy/
  5. ^ https://www.theverge.com/2017/9/11/16264968/japan-cotodama-lyric-speaker-translucent
  6. ^ https://www.forbes.com/sites/bradmoon/2018/02/13/cotodama-lyric-speaker-review-4500-for-a-wireless-speaker-thats-a-multimedia-art-installation/
  7. ^ https://www.g-mark.org/en/gallery/winners/9e05e4af-803d-11ed-af7e-0242ac130002
  8. ^ https://www.forbes.com/sites/bradmoon/2019/04/19/cotodama-lyric-speaker-canvas-review-music-words-art/
  9. ^ https://hypebeast.com/2019/7/saint-laurent-cotodama-lyric-speaker-canvas
  10. ^ https://robbreport.com/gear/audio/mastermind-japan-cotodama-release-speaker-screen-1234586733/
  11. ^ https://hypebeast.com/2022/1/mastermind-japan-cotodama-lyric-speaker-box-release-info
  12. ^ https://www.wwdjapan.com/articles/1618525
  13. ^ https://www.fashion-headline.com/en/article/114364
  14. ^ https://hiconsumption.com/tech/cotodama-mastermind-japan-cotodama-lyric-speaker-box/
  15. ^ https://geekdad.com/2022/03/geekdad-review-cotodama-lyric-speaker-box/
  16. ^ https://www.musicweek.com/digital/read/abbey-road-red-partners-with-lyric-visualisation-specialists-cotodama/073177
  17. ^ https://djmag.com/news/speaker-will-display-lyrics-any-song-played-through-it-watch
  18. ^ https://design-milk.com/cotodama-lyric-speaker-makes-karaoke-easy/

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