# Sound Conversion Consumers convert sound from unexpected objects for creative allure. By [Tana Makmanee](https://www.trendhunter.com/tmak), SVP, Research Services at Trend Hunter | Published Mar 17, 2015 | Category: [Tech](https://www.trendhunter.com/pro/category/technology-trends-and-gadgets) Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/protrends/sound-conversion ## Key Figures - Trend score: 3.4/10 - Evidence articles: 4 ## What is the Sound Conversion trend? **Sound Conversion:** Moving beyond classic instrumental sounds, brands are turning to conversion technology to transform unexpected elements into one-of-a-kind beats. Using apps and kits to convert everyday household objects and even your own voice into music, consumers are customizing and creating content in an unconventional way. ## At a Glance - Evidence: 4 featured examples - Articles from: Nov 21, 2013 to Mar 14, 2015 - Published: Mar 17, 2015 - Patterns: [Convergence](https://www.trendhunter.com/pattern/convergence) - Megatrends: [Multisensation](https://www.trendhunter.com/megatrend/multisensation), [Experience](https://www.trendhunter.com/megatrend/experience), [Artificial Intelligence](https://www.trendhunter.com/megatrend/artificial-intelligence) ## Audience - Gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Themes within the Sound Conversion trend ### Conversion Technology Brands are using conversion technology to transform everyday objects into music, providing opportunities for companies to develop innovative products and apps that allow consumers to create their own unique music compositions. ### Mobile Music-Making Apps Mobile music-making apps are enabling users to turn their smartphones and tablets into musical instruments, creating new opportunities for companies to develop innovative products that allow consumers to create and customize their own music. ### Voice-to-Instrument Apps Apps that can turn hums or voices into different musical instruments are disrupting the music industry and providing opportunities for companies to develop innovative products that allow consumers to create music without traditional instruments. ## What the Sound Conversion trend means for industry ### For Music Technology The music technology industry can take advantage of conversion technology and mobile music-making apps to create innovative products that empower consumers to create and customize their own music. ### For Mobile App Development Mobile app developers can capitalize on the popularity of mobile music-making apps by creating innovative new apps that allow consumers to create and share their own music compositions using everyday objects or their own voices. ### For Consumer Electronics Consumer electronics companies can create innovative new products that integrate with mobile music-making apps, such as instrument kits or sensors, to enable consumers to create music using everyday objects or their own voices. ## Trend signals for Sound Conversion Trend score 3.4 out of 10, from popularity 57%, activity 36%, freshness 8%. - Popularity: 57% - Activity: 36% - Freshness: 8% ## Examples of the Sound Conversion trend 4 featured examples from Nov 21, 2013 to Mar 14, 2015. - [Mobile Instrument Kits](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/idrum): Dream Cheeky's iDrum Turns Phones into Pianos, Guitars and Drums (Category: Tech) Implication: Opportunity for mobile accessories companies to develop interactive kits that enhance musical creativity on smartphones and tablets. - [Hum-Transforming Music Apps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/imitone): Imitone Turns Your Voice into Any Musical Instrument (Category: Tech) Implication: The music industry can leverage voice-to-instrument transformation apps like Imitone to create new, unique sounds and compositions, adding to the diversity of musical genres and p… - [Touchless Musical Apps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/musical-instrument-app): This Sensory iPhone App Translates Movement Into Music (Category: Tech) Implication: Touchless musical apps, like Theremin I/O, enable new possibilities for musical expression without physical contact, creating opportunities for disruptive innovation in music prod… - [Music-Making App Devices](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/music-making-app): The Mogees App Can Turn Anything Into Music (Category: Tech) Implication: The mobile app development industry can capitalize on the trend of music-making apps by creating innovative and user-friendly platforms that enhance musical creativity. ## 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)