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Orpheus
“A sports companion app made for METU students”
Project Collaborators:
Esma Nur Demir
Hakan Arıcı
İlayda Solmuş
METU ID302:
Bespoke
Retro
Tactile
Mythical
Dock
Hi-Fi
Precision
Pherrometal
Tweed
Chrome
For Audiophiles
Noise cancellation
High-fidelity audio
Gesture control (Kinect)
Portable setup
Haptic response
Clear mix monitoring
Ferrofluid visualization
Comfortable design
Tactile sound control
Research
Orpheus delivers precise, reliable audio—ideal for both studio and everyday use. Supports focused listening, accurate mixing, and creative flow.
An Elevated Way to Experience Music
Beyond Listening: A Deep, Immersive Experience
Haptic feedback lets users feel bass and rhythm, deepening immersion.
Touch the Rhythm and Watch It Move
Music becomes visible through ferrofluid and interactive via gesture control.
Goals:
User Groups:
Audiophiles
Focus: Sonic purity · Full-body control · Immersive flow
Needs & Expectations
Focus: Mobility · Precision · Sensory feedback
Needs & Expectations
Music Enthusiasts
Focus: Emotional connection · Visual sound · Ergonomic use
Needs & Expectations
Persona
Wade 48,
Enthusiast from Melbourne
Occupation: Audio Engineer
Education: Master’s Graduate
Home Type: Urban Apartment
Wade is an experienced audiophile and music creator who constantly engages with high-fidelity sound equipment. He values ergonomic comfort and aesthethics.
“Creative professional needing immersion in audio.”
Description:
Wants high-fidelity sound in every setting.
Needs low latency for music production.
Seeks compact surround sound solutions.
Wants headphones suitable for outdoor use.
Prefers one seamless audio setup.
Wants seamless switching between devices.
Wants fast setup with minimal adjustments.
Feedback
Mode Confusion
Comprehensive
Inconsistent Design
Clarity
Fragmented Experience
Easy Setup
Lack of information
Gets interference between multiple devices.
Feels surround sound is often limited.
Misses tactile or visual engagement.
Finds long listening sessions uncomfortable.
Feels tired of generic modern designs.
Gets annoyed by unreliable touch controls.
Goals
Needs
Frustrations
Gripes
Benchmarking
Superior Sound Quality
Function
Wireless & Hi-Res Connectivity
Haptic Feedback & Smart Controls
Price
Abyss AB-1266 Phi TC
Meze Audio EMPRYAN II
Meze Elite
Focal Bathys
T+A Solitaire T
Apple AirPods Max
20.000
35.000
50.000
65.000
80.000
95.000
110.000
135.000
150.000
165.000
180.000
Modular & Customizable Design
Bowers & Wilkins PX8
ZMF Vérité Closed
Audeze LCD-X
Dan Clark Audio Stealth
Focal Utopia 2022
LOW
HIGH
MID
ORPHEUS
Superior Sound Quality
Function
Motion Sensing & Smart Interaction
Visual & Physical Feedback
Price
Devialet Phantom
Focal Aria 936
Sonus Faber Sonetto V
Magico A3
Sony Glass Sound
30.000
50.000
150.000
170.000
190.000
210.000
230.000
70.000
90.000
110.000
130.000
Modular & Customizable Design
Bang & Olufsen Beosound Level
Klipsch Cornwall IV
KEF R5
Monitor Audio Gold 200
LOW
HIGH
MID
ORPHEUS
Ideation
Starting with rough sketches allowed us to iterate quickly on the form and aesthetic before we moved into 3D modeling. This early exploration ensured the design felt cohesive and premium before we invested time into high-fidelity rendering.
After various exploration, decision was made to move ahead on a design that fits together as a family of products: Headphones, Speaker and a Stand.
Hinge Exploration
Utilitarian Speaker
Flat front stand
“Lyre” Shaped stand
Connections between the family of products
Earcup Attachment
Pebble-Form Speaker
Form Exploration
Alternative Design
Fully Plastic Design
Retro Design
Retro inspired headphone
The Pivot points
Finalisation
“A premium headphone and speaker set designed for an immersive, lifestyle-driven audio experience. Featuring high-fidelity sound, haptic technology, and intuitive gesture controls, this duo offers seamless connectivity and ergonomic comfort for a truly interactive sonic journey.”
Olympic White
#F5EBD5
Chrome
#C7C7C7
Burgundy
#5A2C2B
Pivot points allow compact folding, saving space when not in use.
Expressive Ferrofluid Visualiser
A ferrofluid display on the speaker moves with the music, visually reflecting its emotion and rhythm.
The Kinect™ sensor lets users control the 5 band EQ through hand gestures.
Haptic Feedback
Headphones provide haptic feedback, letting users feel the music.
One base powers both components, charging each other simultaneously.
Ergonomic Design
Gesture EQ controls
Seamless Charging
Foldable Headphone
Swivel points ensure a comfortable fit, and the dials allow for smooth control.
Technical Details
