# Portable Concert Musical instruments and tech are made to be easy to transport. By [Kalin Ned](https://www.trendhunter.com/knedelch), Research Writer | Published Nov 7, 2019 | Category: [Tech](https://www.trendhunter.com/pro/category/technology-trends-and-gadgets) Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/protrends/portable-concert ## Key Figures - Trend score: 4.0/10 - Evidence articles: 5 ## What is the Portable Concert trend? **Portable Concert:** Musical instruments, add-ons, and other related technology are made to be more compact and accessible for musically minded consumers, enabling them to practice on-the-go or hold impromptu concerts in public spaces. ## The consumer insight behind the Portable Concert trend Deeply creative and passionate individuals are interested in the portability of products because this enables them to practice their hobbies on-the-go, as well as engage in impromptu creative endeavors in social situations. The satisfaction of this desire renders a memorable positive experience in the form of cost-effective and self-improving entertainment. ## At a Glance - Evidence: 5 featured examples - Articles from: Nov 26, 2018 to Nov 7, 2019 - Published: Nov 7, 2019 - Patterns: [Redirection](https://www.trendhunter.com/pattern/redirection), [Reduction](https://www.trendhunter.com/pattern/reduction) - Megatrends: [Simplicity](https://www.trendhunter.com/megatrend/simplicity), [Tribalism](https://www.trendhunter.com/megatrend/tribalism) ## Audience - Gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Themes within the Portable Concert trend ### Portable Musical Instruments Consumers are interested in portable and compact musical instruments and technology to practice on-the-go or hold impromptu concerts in public spaces. ### Customizable Digital Technology for Musical Instruments Musicians seek customizable digital technology and multi-purpose devices for new ways to engage with their instruments and make them more mobile. ### Interactive Smart Tools for Musicians Smart tools that can accompany musicians and adapt to their styles and preferences are becoming increasingly popular, offering new opportunities for musical creation. ## What the Portable Concert trend means for industry ### For Musical Instruments The musical instrument industry must innovate to meet the demand for portable and customizable products while putting more emphasis on technology integration. ### For Audio Technology Innovative audio technology solutions are necessary to create new possibilities for musicians and offer customized options to help them develop their sound and style. ### For Entertainment Technology The entertainment industry must invest in interactive and immersive technology to offer consumers engaging experiences and support creativity in a range of contexts. ## Workshop question What compact version of your product or service would enable on-the-go ease? ## Trend signals for Portable Concert Trend score 4.0 out of 10, from popularity 62%, activity 49%, freshness 9%. - Popularity: 62% - Activity: 49% - Freshness: 9% ## Examples of the Portable Concert trend 5 featured examples from Nov 26, 2018 to Nov 7, 2019. - [Multifunctional Laser Projection Systems](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wickedlasers-lasercube): The WickedLasers 'LaserCube' Has a Rechargeable Design (Category: Tech) Implication: Companies that adopt the compact laser projectors technology can offer new experiences to fans, while reducing logistics costs on events. - [Interactive Smart Amplifiers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/spark-amp): Positive Grid's Spark Amp Can Play Music Alongside the User (Category: Tech) Implication: Innovating on musical instruments and amplifiers to integrate more technology for an enhanced user experience. - [Digital Wind Instruments](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/roland-aerophone-go): The Roland Aerophone GO Digitizes Various Wind Instruments in One Device (Category: Tech) Implication: The Roland Aerophone GO introduces disruptive innovation in the field of digital wind instruments, catering to musicians' evolving needs and preferences. - [Musician-Friendly Professional Bluetooth Speakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/professional-bluetooth-speaker): Guitars Can Be Plugged in In Roland's BTM-1 (Category: Art & Design) Implication: Disruptive innovation opportunity in the musical instruments industry by incorporating wireless technology and guitar compatibility into professional audio equipment. - [Native American Art-Inspired Synths](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/buchla-thunder): The Buchla Thunder Overlay Transforms the Sensel Morph Synth (Category: Tech) Implication: The development of MPE-compatible synths with tactile overlays presents disruptive innovation opportunities in the music technology industry. ## Recent trend clusters - [Delegated Interfaces](https://www.trendhunter.com/protrends/delegated-interfaces) (Tech) - [Adaptive Controls](https://www.trendhunter.com/protrends/adaptive-controls) (Tech) - [Desk Systems](https://www.trendhunter.com/protrends/desk-systems) (Tech) - [Spatial Refinement](https://www.trendhunter.com/protrends/spatial-refinement) (Tech) ## Trending in Tech - [Decor-Led Home Projectors](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/decor-led-home-projectors) - [Accessible Fintech Pop-Ups](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/chequing-account) - [Dual-Wavelength Recovery Wearables](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/joint-therapy) - [Pop-Culture WiFi Routers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pop-culture-wifi-routers) All articles: [Tech](https://www.trendhunter.com/tech)