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Intergalactic Music Boxes

The Musicmachine from Reuge and MB&F Comes Disguised as a Spaceship

— April 29, 2013 — Tech
It's safe to say that no one would think that the MusicMachine from Reuge and MB&F is a music player, at least not at first glance. This clever music device is disguised as a spaceship and plays extracts from six popular songs in 35-second intervals. Songs that the MusicMachine plays include the Star Wars theme song and 'Smoke on the Water' by Deep Purple.

Each piece of the MusicMachine from Reuge and MB&F is actually a cleverly disguised component of a music box. The propellers are actually mechanical winders and each cylinder contains three of the six tracks. Only 66 MusicMachines are to be made, 33 in white and 33 in black, with no pricing yet announced.

Trend Themes
1. Disguised Music Devices - Disruptive innovation opportunity: Develop music devices that are disguised as unique and unexpected objects to provide a novel user experience.
2. Mechanical Winders - Disruptive innovation opportunity: Create mechanical winders that can be incorporated into various consumer products for added functionality.
3. Limited Edition Collectibles - Disruptive innovation opportunity: Explore the creation of limited edition collectibles that combine artistry and functionality to appeal to collectors and enthusiasts.
Industry Implications
1. Music Technology - Disruptive innovation opportunity: Transform the traditional music player industry by developing novelty music devices that offer unique designs and features.
2. Consumer Electronics - Disruptive innovation opportunity: Incorporate mechanical winders into consumer electronic devices, such as smartphones or wearables, to provide self-powering capabilities.
3. Art and Collectibles - Disruptive innovation opportunity: Merge art and functionality in the creation of limited edition collectibles that attract both art collectors and music enthusiasts.
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