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# Model 4.3
- URL: https://www.protein.xyz/model-4-3/
- Published: 2014-03-30T13:46:00.000Z
- Updated: 2016-06-17T03:21:41.000Z
- Description: Unmonday's sleek and minimally designed Apple-native speakers that are controlled by their orientation
- Author: Helio Rosas
- Tags: Seeds, Music, Art & Design, #protein, #Import 2024-06-11 13:25

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Rather than fumble with over-complicated controls, a Finnish company has produced a speaker that combines high-tech wizardry with a decidedly lo-fi and minimal aesthetic.  
Making its debut as an unsuccessful Kickstarter, [Unmonday's](http://unmonday.com/?ref=protein.xyz) [Model 4.3](http://unmonday.com/products/unmonday-4-3-wireless-airplay-speaker?ref=protein.xyz) is now up for grabs - following a $1 million cash injection from a private investor. A hexagonal speaker system, the device can be controlled by orientation with each of its six sides representing a separate audio channel. Rotating Model 4.3 can alternate the sound from front/rear right and front/rear left or centre, or change from Mono to multi-room or full stereo. Unmonday boasts Model 4.3 is Apple-native meaning music can be easily synchronised from iOS devices.  
Contained within is a 10.3 inch driver that can generate 20 watts of power, an amplifier, motion sensors and a router. Each vitro porcelain enclosure and replaceable canvas grill is handmade, giving every set of speakers a subtly unique appearance.  
In image and function Model 4.3 is reminiscent of [the Aether Cone](https://www.prote.in/en/feed/2014/03/aether-cone?ref=protein.xyz), a conical sound system that cuts down on unnecessary features and promises to become your own personal sonic curator. Another smart speaker is Raspberry-Pi-powered [Chune](https://www.prote.in/en/feed/2014/01/chune?ref=protein.xyz), a simple but intriguingly designed device that collects playlists and turns them into a single joint-up mixtape.

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