ZIPP Speaker Concept transmits sound to the user only

ZIPP isn’t a new lighter design even though we know it can remind you of one. This product is something from ZIP MY LIP, a concept brand described to be with manners.

Okay, so this is just a concept but the idea is that this super-cardioid speaker will only transmit sound to the user. This means it’s not exactly a loudspeaker for everyone in the room to hear. This device is intended to only transmit sound to one person so that others can’t hear it.

Designers – Da-yeon Kim, Yeonhong Kim and Tae Rim Kim. Hanbom Jang.

ZIPP is designed to protect the privacy of the user. Other people are protected against the noise. This technology allows for good manners among all, including you, your family, and others. Super directivity technology protects the user’s ears by creating a comfortable zone and cancelling other sounds. Zipp reduces noise toward other people. The eco-friendly materials used on the Zipp are a good start as we move to save the planet from future destruction.

The Zipp looks like an uneven, hard pouch bag. It has a zipper-like feature on the edge that we’re assuming is where the sound direction or volume can be controlled. Both sides have speaker fabric in different colors: orange, yellow, green, or blue. The side has a power button and the opposite has a cable port. It can be assumed it will feature USB-C already.

Although the idea of supercardioid sound is not very popular, it is possible. Some people may have heard about supercardioid microphone but the technology can be applied in speakers. The design alone of this product is one-of-a-kind but what makes it more special are the features.

The concept speaker by several Korean designers has potential. This design is a great idea. If not exactly the same, then maybe just the idea of a personal and private speaker will be implemented. Or even if not the exact technology, just the product design can be used.

We’ve been seeing a lot of interesting speaker concepts lately. The most recent ones that made an impression were the TURNING AI Speaker, that Small Transparent Speaker, the Rum Project, and the BRIONVEGA TOTEM RR231 Stereo System. Although the ZIPP may be different from other speakers, it is still unique and innovative. The aesthetics of the speaker alone tells us the ZIPP can be really a speaker. We like the idea but we’ll have to wait for the actual product to see if the design will work.