Yamann Malabeh
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SoundRig

A flexible setup for professional sound management.

Discipline
Product Design
Context
Construction sites

01 / The Problem

Clear sound on a loud job site.

Construction sites are loud, and teams still need to stay connected and hear safety communication.

  • Constant noiseMachinery drowns out voices and music alike.
  • Tough conditionsGear gets knocked, dropped, and covered in dust.
  • Busy handsControls have to be easy to find and use.

02 / Ideation

Dozens of forms on paper first.

Sketches explored durable shapes, boombox-style layouts, and how the speaker, buttons, and handle could come together.

Form exploration
01Form explorationQuick studies of shape and sound projection.
Durable shapes
02Durable shapesOctagonal, cylinder, and sturdy-base concepts.
Boombox concept
03Boombox conceptParts, materials, and button layout worked out.

03 / Prototyping

Testing forms in foam and cardboard.

Low-fidelity models turned the strongest sketches into objects you could hold, compare, and judge at real scale.

Boombox model
01Boombox modelFoam study of the boombox layout.
Cardboard build
02Cardboard buildTesting proportion and panel layout.
Angled speaker
03Angled speakerAn alternative, wedge-shaped form.

04 / The Solution

A protective frame around the speaker.

Sound Rig is a rugged, easy-to-use audio system that delivers clear, powerful sound and makes noisy environments easier to manage.

  • FrameA matte plastic frame that wraps the speaker and takes the knocks.
  • StrapCarry it from one area of the site to the next.
  • SilhouetteA clear, recognizable shape on any job site.

05 / Details

Built for intuitive interaction.

Controls
01ControlsEvery function in one row on top.
Branding
02BrandingRaised logo on the housing.
Profile
03ProfileDepth of the protective frame.

06 / Final Product

Built for real conditions.

The finished speaker, shown with its packaging.

Explore the full process

Sketches, iterations, and details behind SoundRig.

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