Rubato

Simplifying High-Fidelity Audio Gear Shopping

Rubato is a new online marketplace that aims to revolutionize the way audiophiles shop for high-quality audio equipment. As a product designer, my task was to create a user-friendly platform that simplifies the search and discovery process for customers.

Problem Statement

Audiophiles often struggle to find earphones that perfectly match their unique preferences and specifications. With numerous metrics to consider, such as sound signature (warm vs analytical), frequency response (bass-heavy vs treble-focused), fit in the ear (in-ear, over-ear, or custom-fit), and more, it's challenging for customers to quickly identify the ideal earphones that meet their specific needs.

User Story

As an audiophile, I want to be able to easily find earphones that match my preferred sound signature (warm and bass-rich) so that I can enjoy listening music to my liking.

The Solution

In response to the challenges faced by audiophiles in finding their ideal audio equipment, the Rubato platform was designed to enhance the user experience and streamline the product discovery process.

Tailored
gear discovery
High-Fidelity
made easy
User-Centric Approach

Wireframing

Wireframing is an important part of my product design process, helping me visualize layouts and iterate quickly. Using AI in this stage has improved my workflow by generating diverse layout options based on design patterns and trends. While AI provides efficient suggestions, my role remains critical in evaluating and refining these ideas to meet project needs. This combination of AI assistance and design expertise allows for a more efficient exploration of design possibilities.

This wireframe has been brought to life as a simple, functional website. By implementing the design directly in code, I've created an interactive version that allows for immediate testing and refinement.

Final designs

The final design refines and enhances the solid foundation established in earlier stages. It clarifies the product's features and benefits, transforming ideas into visually appealing elements.

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Logo for Tim Portnoy's design portfolio
Logo for Tim Portnoy's design portfolio