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We present a multisensory interaction system that augments a custom laser-cut record with microencapsulated scent. As the user scratches or plays the record, surface friction activates localized scent release—coupling the tangible input with olfactory and low-quality audio output. The record is fabricated by converting audio waveforms and laser-engraving grooves into acrylic; a DIY microencapsulated fragrance layer is applied on top. This system explores how physical, auditory media can be reimagined as a tangible recollection, offering opportunities for embodied interaction that can be designed, customized, and redefined for nostalgia and narratives. We position this as a design probe for investigating cross-modal interactions between sound, scent, and touch.
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