BE@RBRICK AUDIO Core Release Coming March 12

Ukrainian audio engineers spend 20,000 hours perfecting planar magnetic drivers for Medicom’s iconic bear speaker

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Key Takeaways

Key Takeaways

  • BE@RBRICK AUDIO Core Release launches March 2026 with Ukrainian audio engineering
  • QUAD’360™ system delivers omnidirectional sound through four strategically positioned custom drivers
  • Hand-twist arm gestures control volume and tracks replacing traditional speaker buttons

Your desk probably doesn’t need another Bluetooth speaker—until you see one that doubles as collectible art while delivering room-filling sound that punches way above its adorable weight class. The BE@RBRICK AUDIO Core Release launching March 12, 2026, strips away the flashy colorways of previous editions for refined Black and White variants that blend seamlessly into everyday spaces. Behind that familiar bear silhouette lies serious Ukrainian audio engineering that took over 20,000 hours to perfect.

Engineering Meets Iconic Design

Rinaro Isodynamics brings three decades of planar magnetic expertise to collectible speaker format.

The partnership between Medicom Toy and Rinaro Isodynamics sounds unlikely on paper—like pairing Supreme with NASA. Yet Rinaro’s background in three decades of planar magnetic expertise, developing drivers for high-end headphone makers like Meze Audio, translates perfectly to the BE@RBRICK’s 11-inch frame.

The QUAD’360™ system crams four custom drivers into strategic positions:

  • Dual 20mm tweeters in the ears
  • 40mm woofers sealed within the head for omnidirectional coverage spanning 90Hz to 20,000Hz

Your music doesn’t just play from one direction—it fills the entire room with 2x10W of precisely tuned power.

Interactive Controls That Actually Work

Hand-twist gestures replace fiddly buttons for intuitive volume and track management.

Forget hunting for tiny buttons on speaker grilles. The BE@RBRICK’s poseable arms serve as your control interface—twist the right hand to skip tracks, left hand adjusts volume. Bluetooth 5 connectivity pairs instantly with iOS or Android devices, while stereo pairing lets two units create an even more immersive soundscape.

The 10.36Wh lithium-ion battery delivers six hours of playback and charges via USB-C in just 90 minutes.

Premium Audio in Collectible Packaging

Core Release targets everyday integration with sustainable battery design for long-term ownership.

The replaceable battery design addresses one major pain point with premium sound—planned obsolescence through sealed power cells. While pricing remains unannounced, previous editions typically commanded $200-400, positioning this firmly in lifestyle luxury territory.

The six-hour battery life trails some competitors at maximum volume, and the lack of app-based EQ might frustrate audio purists. But for design-conscious consumers seeking sculptural sound that sparks conversations, the Core Release delivers both aesthetic appeal and acoustic substance when it hits bearbrick.audio next March.

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