Pro-Ject Audio Systems Philippines and acclaimed Filipino artist Lynyrd Paras bring art and music together in a 20-set exclusive-edition turntable that celebrates a creative vinyl listening experience.
The Pro-Ject T1 EVO BT Limited Edition features Paras’ artwork, “Wasak kung Wasak,” (no holds barred), transforming a high-quality turntable into a functional work of art. The special release is designed for music fans, vinyl collectors, and art enthusiasts alike.
A vinyl collector and DJ himself, Paras sees music as an essential part of his artistic process, one that always shows up in his surrealist work in his triptychs and portraits.
“As an artist, nakikinig talaga ko ng music while painting. Para sakin yung vinyl spinning is like a ritual. The movements, the songs inside your head at yung pakiramdam, lahat yun art. Transforming art and music into a physical form together is a functional art, para sa mata, sa pakikinig at sa loob ng sarili.” ( “As an artist, listening to music is an integral part of my creative process. Spinning vinyl is a true ritual; the physical movements, the melodies echoed in your mind, and the raw emotion behind it are all forms of art in themselves. Merging art and music into a tangible medium creates functional art that speaks to our senses and the soul.)” Paras shares.
The collaboration marks a meaningful step in celebrating local talent through high-fidelity audio.
“We are honored to collaborate with Lynyrd Paras and bring his artistic vision to Pro-Ject Audio Systems. His genuine love for music and the depth of his work make him a natural choice for this collaboration. We wanted to create something beyond a product—something that connects art, music, and personal expression,” says Toyama Inc., the exclusive distributor of Pro-Ject Audio Systems in the Philippines.
More than a collectible, the Pro-Ject T1 EVO BT Limited Edition is made to be played and enjoyed. It brings art into the listening space, allowing music lovers to experience Paras’ work in a new way—one record at a time.
The collection will be displayed until October 28 at Avellana Art Gallery, 2680 F.B. Harrison St., Pasay City, Philippines.
Follow the the artist @lynyrd.paras and audio store @project.turntableph
