Vantum's Unique Design Prioritizes Versatility and Comfort,
Providing Players a Powerful Chair for Moments of Both Intense
Focus and Relaxed Fun
ZEELAND,
Mich., Oct. 6, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Herman
Miller, in partnership with Logitech G, unveiled today its newest
performance gaming chair, Vantum, centered on versatility,
adaptability and purposefully built for gamers from the ground up.
Vantum stays true to the research-focused spirit of the powerful
partnership between Herman Miller and Logitech G, providing gamers
the correct level of support throughout the various modes of
gameplay for increased comfort, concentration and endurance,
whether in a position of play or pause.
"As a performance-driven brand, our ultimate ambition is to
unlock every player's potential through thoughtful solutions and
research that solves problems, delivers results and enables
meaningful change at every level of gaming," says Jon Campbell, General Manager of Gaming at
Herman Miller. "The Vantum Gaming Chair is our response to the
community's request for more from our partnership. It delivers the
same promise of advanced ergonomics, unrivaled quality and
desirability of the original Embody Gaming Chair - but now with
more color options and a more accessible price point."
"Over the last 3 years, Logitech G and Herman Miller have
partnered together with a shared vision of delivering high
performance, ergonomic furniture solutions to gamers. We're excited
to move into the next stage of our evolution with this milestone
launch," says Aron Drayer, Head of
Marketing Partnerships for Logitech G. "Together with Herman
Miller, our shared passion and drive to give gamers the very best
has continued to push our creativity and expertise forward and we
couldn't be more thrilled to present the gaming community with
Vantum."
At its core, the Vantum Gaming Chair supports the
active-gaming-forward posture, a position proven to fuel focus and
faster reaction times, two factors that play a crucial role when
gaming. To achieve this, Vantum was designed to proactively place
users in an active/upright position the moment they sit down,
leveraging an adapted seat pad and PostureFit, which provides
adjustable support to the lower back and reinforces the pelvis,
preventing slouching and fatigue. To further assist gamers in
ensuring they are in their proper position, numeric feedback is
included on the tilt adjustments, allowing gamers to easily
identify and recall their preferred settings.
One of the noticeably new characteristics of Vantum's design is
the presence of a headrest. When not in an active gaming position,
the adjustable headrest offers gamers maximum comfort by correctly
supporting the area where the base of a player's head meets their
spine. This mechanic places little or no direct pressure to the
neck, allowing players to kick back and relax with ease.
"One of the patterns our teams noted during our research is that
gamers require versatility," says Campbell. "A strong active
posture is critical for gameplay, but having an equally supported,
reclined position for moments of relaxation is key for modern
gamers who not only play games but watch streams and movies, chat
with friends, engage in virtual events or just need a moment to
kick back after a stressful match."
To further support the reclined position, Vantum is the first
gaming chair that provides a thoracic support pad, which serves to
properly support the upper back, neck and head when in a relaxed
position. The headrest and thoracic support work together to ensure
gamers can relieve pressure buildup and regain focus as needed,
especially when playing for long stretches of time.
Whether a gamer is upright immersed in a tight match, leaning
back in a moment of repose, or somewhere in between, Vantum's
flexible cushion and exclusive suspension material will deliver
comfort and support by distributing pressure appropriately in
response to any posture – helping promote balance and circulation.
The seat upholstery is a 100% post-consumer recycled textile with
high performance properties.
In terms of the final look of the chair, the Vantum Gaming Chair
went through many rounds of revisions and ideations to ensure a
gamer's needs were prioritized in both the aesthetics and
appearance. "This project started with the challenge of
deconstructing what the essence of a gaming chair truly is," says
Campbell. "How do you make a chair feel alive and active, not slow
and sedentary? How do you visually communicate through color and
emotion what the actual technology and architecture of the piece
are intended to do?"
The end result is an expressive, bold chair that visually and
physically cradles the user while layering the supportive,
technical pieces within. Visually lightweight, fluid and
sculptural, the Vantum Gaming Chair perfectly marries comfort,
support and an athletic expression for the modern gamer. Gamers can
further customize their chair by choosing from three brilliant
colors: Polar, Flare and Obsidian.
The Vantum Gaming Chair is now available at the price of
$995 USD. Just like the rest of the
portfolio, Vantum has been rigorously tested and built to last,
backed by a 12-year warranty. The chair is made with durable,
sustainable materials, including diecast aluminum and glass-filled
nylon. Vantum is available for purchase at Herman Miller retail
locations as well as at hermanmiller.com/gaming.
About Herman Miller
Since 1905, Herman Miller has been guided by a commitment to
problem-solving designs that inspire the best in people. Along
the way, Herman Miller has forged critical relationships with the
most visionary designers of the day, from mid-century greats like
George Nelson, the Eames Office, and
Isamu Noguchi; to research-oriented
visionaries like Robert Propst and
Bill Stumpf. Herman Miller has spent
the last century pioneering original, timeless design that makes an
enduring impact—and in 2020, the company harnessed its legacy of
turning insights into solutions by launching Herman Miller Gaming,
which delivers the world's best gaming products uniquely designed
to unlock every player's full potential. Powered by exclusive
partnerships, industry-leading research, and the world's leading
design and engineering teams, Herman Miller Gaming is redefining
competitive performance for e-sports athletes and healthy play for
all players worldwide. For more information, visit
https://store.hermanmiller.com/gaming.
About Logitech G
Logitech G, a brand of Logitech International, is the global
leader in PC and console gaming gear. Logitech G provides gamers of
all levels with industry-leading keyboards, mice, headsets,
mousepads and simulation products such as wheels and flight sticks
- made possible through innovative design, advanced technologies
and a deep passion for gaming. Founded in 1981, and headquartered
in Lausanne, Switzerland, Logitech
International is a Swiss public company listed on the SIX Swiss
Exchange (LOGN) and on the Nasdaq Global Select Market (LOGI). Find
Logitech G at logitechG.com, the company blog or
@LogitechG.
Logitech and other Logitech marks are trademarks or registered
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and other countries. All other trademarks are the property of their
respective owners. For more information about Logitech and its
products, visit the company's website at logitech.com.
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