COTODAMA has released 40 types of Pauly models in limited quantities.
This collaboration expresses the fundamental question of what makes a speaker a “device that evokes memories and emotions,” as well as one possible answer to that question. In addition to the COTODAMA Speaker's original lyrics display function, which awakens feelings buried deep in the heart, the collaboration with Pauly has resulted in the fusion and implementation of the universal languages of music and art at an extremely high level.
Pauly Font
Features a handwritten font created by Pauly. When music is played, the lyrics are displayed in Pauly's font.
*Only the alphabet is available in the Pauly font.
Instrumental Mode
When playing songs without lyrics, Polly's artwork is visualized in response to the music. The COTODAMA technical team aimed to create a sense of immersion in a psychedelic world.
Standby Mode
When music is not playing, the performance is designed to provide catharsis. Please note that people in an unstable mental state may become confused or panic.
Pauly Bonomelli
Pauly Bonomelli, also known as Himumimdead, is an Australian-born mixed media artist currently based in Brazil. He is widely known for his intricate, enigmatic, and inspiring works that blur the boundaries between contemporary visual art, design, and curation. Through his creative activities spanning various media such as canvas, paper, murals, wearable items, and installations, he has been active worldwide, including in Australia, Europe, China, North America, and South America. He is currently visiting Japan this summer for a collaboration with COTODAMA.
Key Art
Artist's Commentary
This work was created in the summer of 2023. After a period of isolation, I returned home to reconnect with my roots and relationships. As time passed, I realized how much had changed. The children I knew had grown into teenagers, and I was in the process of learning what each of them was interested in now. They were all so unique and full of personality.
I have always been deeply interested in the influence of subculture on the worldview and perspective of teenagers. Reflecting on the things I was passionate about and incorporated into my life at the time, I shared with them how those elements still resonate within me, transcending time.
This work was created in a place that felt like a rural house in the middle of nowhere. For weeks, the temperature remained close to 40 degrees Celsius, and with no clear direction for where to go next, I naturally began to engage with this work through the time I spent with the children and my sister.
Looking back now, this work is a collage of illustrations that pay homage to “youth,” “the perspective and ideas of adolescence,” “growing older,” “subculture,” and the ‘family’ and “people” that have been present at various turning points in my life. “music,” and “visual imagery” that have been present at various turning points in my life. I enjoy creating “polarized” images that seem as though they were made by multiple people of different ages and backgrounds, using various techniques, styles, and mediums. However, in reality, all of this was created by a single person—myself. This work is an attempt to visually compile and express the interests and styles I have accumulated throughout my life in my own unique way.
FAQ
*iPhone (iOS): Available for iPhone and iPad with iOS 15 or later, or Mac with macOS Big Sur or later.
*Android: Available for smartphones and tablets running Android 12 or later
Wi-Fi environment, the smartphones mentioned above, and music apps mentioned above are required.
This is not a Bluetooth speaker. This product is a wireless speaker that can be used only with a Wi-Fi connection.
COTODAMA" SPEAKER BOX
We have tried to make the product fit into your daily life, so it is possible to place the product vertically. When the product is placed vertically, it will be detected by the product itself and the lyrics will be displayed according to the vertical placement.
COTODAMA" SPEAKER CANVAS
We aimed to make it fit into your life, so it can be placed anywhere. For example, one customer enjoys placing it on the floor in his living room.
Excluding Arabic songs, we have over 3 million songs at this time. And we are producing lyrics data every day. We also accept requests.
COTODAMA" SPEAKER BOX
Various languages are supported, including English, Japanese, Chinese (Simplified/Traditional), Korean, Thai, Hindi, French, Spanish, German, Portuguese, etc. Arabic is not supported.
COTODAMA" SPEAKER CANVAS
Various languages are supported, including English, Japanese, Chinese (simplified/traditional), French, Spanish, German, and Portuguese. Arabic, Russian, Korean, etc. are not supported.
No, you can use only the services listed below.
■ Apple Music
■ Spotify
■ AWA
■ QQ music
■ Melon
COTODAMA” speakers are compatible with the following voltages.
Compatible voltage AC100V to 240V (50/60Hz)
Therefore, they can be used almost anywhere in the world.
The product is shipped with a plug that can be used in the country of purchase. A 2-pin plug for Japan and the U.S., a 2-pin plug for Europe, a 3-pin plug for the U.K., Hong Kong, and Singapore, and a 2-pin plug for China are always included in the package, so you can use it in many countries and regions. If the plug shape does not match, please use a conversion plug. A transformer is not necessary.
COTODAMA" SPEAKER BOX
The BOX model is available in Japan, the United States, Canada, Puerto Rico, Europe (30 EEA member countries), the United Kingdom, Switzerland, China, Hong Kong, Taiwan, Korea, Singapore, Thailand, Australia, New Zealand, UAE, India, Vietnam, and the Philippines.
COTODAMA" SPEAKER CANVAS
The Canvas model is available in Japan, USA, Canada, Europe (30 EEA member countries), UK, Switzerland, UAE, China, Hong Kong, Korea and Singapore.
Yes, COTODAMA” SPEAKER is properly copyrighted through the lyrics distribution companies Sync Power and LyricFind.
If a song is not in the database, you can request it from the official COTODAMA” social media, and we will create it for you. However, please note that we may not be able to respond to your request due to the song’s copyright.
No, it does not. Graphic visualization of the beat of the song will be displayed.
Yes, it is possible. Simultaneous playback in the living room and bedroom is possible as long as they are under the same Wi-Fi environment.
No, a dedicated app is not necessary. For iPhone, you can connect to Wi-Fi using AirPlay or Google Home. For Android, you can connect to Wi-Fi using Google Home.
When connecting to Wi-Fi via AirPlay, select the speaker that shows up in the “SET UP NEW AIRPLAY SPEAKER...” section (it may take a moment for this to appear, so please be patient). Do not select the speaker displayed under OTHER NETWORKS.
No. Manuals are available in eight languages, and social media support is available in English and Japanese. We also provide help in various languages using translation applications.
Yes. The scope of the lyrics service is for personal, non-commercial use only. The same rights process as for playing music in commercial facilities or restaurants is required. For example, if you wish to use COTODAMA” SPEAKER in a commercial facility or restaurant, please contact the copyright management company with jurisdiction over that area.
Yes, the volume control for the BOX model is done on the phone. You can adjust the volume using the volume slider in the music app or the volume buttons on your phone.
If you would like to get the Android version of the app, please contact us via the Contact Us form on our website. We will distribute a manual to you.
