# 3D-Printed Instruments The 3D Print Acoustic Guitar by Scott Summit is Highly Progressive By Nikki Taylor | Published 2012-10-14 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/3d-print-acoustic-guitar References: [lostateminor](http://www.lostateminor.com/2012/10/13/scott-summitts-3d-printed-guitar/) & [businessweek](http://www.businessweek.com/articles/2012-10-11/the-worlds-first-3d-printed-guitar) The 3D Print Acoustic Guitar is an original creation by Scott Summit who is a 3D design and printing technician. The customized guitar was designed on a laptop by Scott and then sent to 3D Systems to be printed. It is made of $3000 worth of plastic. The headstock of the musical instrument is comprised of [sterling silver](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/steel-and-stone-piano-v2). The neck plate was 3D printed using stainless steel. A gold spiral design creates a circle to decorate the strumming section of the instrument. The 3D print [acoustic guitar](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/acoustic-guitar-models) is not just for show. It was able to handle the strings being tightened and plucked. According to Summit, the guitar emits a deeply rich and very pleasing sound when the strings are played. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.8/10 - Popularity: 25% | Activity: 50% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 70% men, 30% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) > [Customization](https://www.trendhunter.com/customization) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **3d-printed Musical Instruments:** The production of 3D-printed musical instruments can revolutionize the music industry and provide customization opportunities for musicians. - **Personalized Design:** Custom design and printing technology present an opportunity for professionals to personalize musical instruments. - **New Materials for Musical Instrument Production:** The integration of new materials like plastic and stainless steel for 3D-printed musical instruments presents an innovative opportunity for the music industry. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Music:** 3D-printed musical instruments and customized designs present an opportunity to shake up the traditional musical instrument industry. - **3D Printing:** 3D printing companies can enter the music industry with customized 3D-printed instrument production. - **Materials Science:** Innovative material integration and design present an opportunity for materials science professionals to enter and impact the music industry. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Skeletal 3D-Printed Violins](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/karen-ultralight-electric-violin.md) - [Recycled Guitar Prototypes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cardboard-guitar-1.md) - [Carbon Fiber Smart Guitars](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lava-me-3.md) - [Electronic String Instruments](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/harmoni.md) - [Futuristic Abstract Musical Instruments](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/zeta-electric-guitar.md) - [Shreddable Steampunk Guitars](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/steampunk-guitar.md) - [Repairable 3D-Printed Speakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/maker-hardware-ttd3000.md) - [Consumer-Grade 3D Wood Printers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/shop-system-forust-edition.md) - [Headstock-Topped MIDI Guitars](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/midi-guitars.md)