ViV Laboratory

About ViV Laboratory

ViV Laboratory is a Japanese boutique audio brand founded in 2008 by engineer Koichiro Akimoto. Known for innovative and unconventional analog audio designs, ViV Laboratory specializes in high-performance tonearms, most notably the Rigid Float series. These tonearms feature a straight, no-offset design, oil-floated bases for vibration isolation, and unique bearing systems that prioritize unrestricted movement and sonic clarity. The brand also offers headshells, turntable stabilizers, and analog accessories, all developed with an emphasis on resonance control and creative engineering. ViV Laboratory products are recognized globally for their radical design approach and exceptional analog playback performance.