# Reggae Boombox Packs Groove to the Music with the Bag of Rhythm Portable Audio System By Matt Ho | Published 2012-01-24 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bag-of-rhythm-portable-audio-system References: [theawesomer](http://theawesomer.com/bag-of-rhythm/147449/) & [thehouseofmarley](http://www.thehouseofmarley.com/audio-systems/bag-of-rhythm-portable-audio-system.html) House of Marley is releasing a reggae-inspired boombox called the Bag of Rhythm Portable Audio System for those who want music blasting wherever they go. Design-wise, the Bag of Rhythm Portable Audio System has the [speaker bag concept](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/speaker-bag-and-mixer-bag), which means it looks more like messenger bag than an actual boombox. There's a shoulder strap and a handle to carry around with, making portability easy. On either side are the speakers boasting twin 1" tweeters and dual 4.5" high-definition woofers, both of which will bring a crisp, heavy bass sound. The center is where the dock is which will be compatible with [iPhones](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-upright) and iPods. The AUX input and the included cable will allow other devices to connect to the speaker. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 4.4/10 - Popularity: 66% | Activity: 58% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial - Top markets: North America, South America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) > [Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/design) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Reggae-inspired Boomboxes:** Opportunity for companies to create portable audio systems with a reggae-inspired design. - **Speaker Bag Concept:** Potential for innovation in creating more portable audio systems that resemble messenger bags. - **High-definition Woofer Technology:** Possibility for companies to develop speakers with dual 4.5" high-definition woofers for a superior bass sound. ### Who This Affects Most - **Consumer Electronics:** A chance for companies in the consumer electronics industry to expand their product lines with reggae-inspired boomboxes. - **Fashion and Accessories:** An opportunity for fashion and accessories brands to collaborate with audio companies and create stylish speaker bags. - **Music Streaming and Audio Accessories:** Potential for companies in the music streaming and audio accessories industry to develop compatible docks and cables for portable audio systems. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Eco-Friendly Bamboo Speakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/get-together-2.md) - [Modernized Boomboxes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/we-are-rewind.md) - [Wearable High-Quality Speakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fender-x-teufel.md) - [Future-Proof Luxurious Portable Speakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/beosound-a5-portable-speaker.md) - [Sustainable Solar-Powered Speakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/solgaard-solarbank-boombox.md) - [Renewable Material Speakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/house-of-marley-get-together.md) - [Versatile Portable Bluetooth Speakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/portable-bluetooth-speaker1.md) - [Bluetooth Karaoke Setups](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/inbase.md) - [Portable Eco-Friendly Speakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/house-of-marley-get-together-mini.md)