# Sustainable Bamboo Guitars This French-Made Guitar Uses Bamboo Obtained from Eco-Conscious Sources By Rahul Kalvapalle | Published 2018-04-25 | Eco Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bamboo-guitar References: [kickstarter](https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/2127725344/help-build-the-guitar-of-tomorrow-alquier-guitars) & [alquierguitars](https://alquierguitars.com/) France-based company Alquier Guitars is introducing a gorgeous new range of [bamboo guitars](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/acoustic-guitar-models) that don't just produce beautiful tones, but also help reduce the reliance on other kinds of wood that are contributing to deforestation. The Alquier Cosmic One, a [limited-edition product](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/limited-edition-guitar) that will only be owned by 100 lucky guitarists, makes use of bamboo that is certified to have been sourced from sustainable farms and foresting operations. The 22-fret instrument even features a bamboo-sheathed neck and bridge pickups, showcasing its complete and unabashed commitment to using sustainable bamboo whilst adhering to increasingly strict tonewood laws and regulations. Currently the subject of a crowdfunding campaign over on [Kickstarter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/guitar-pick-1), this elegant bamboo guitar is an excellent instrument for the eco-conscious guitarist and can be obtained for a pledge of $2,450. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 1.4/10 - Popularity: 14% | Activity: 19% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Eco](https://www.trendhunter.com/eco) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Sustainable Music Instruments:** The trend of using sustainable materials in music instruments presents opportunities for eco-friendly disruptors to enter the industry. - **Crowdfunding for Ecological Inventions:** The crowdfunding trend for ecological inventions, like the Alquier Cosmic One bamboo guitar, showcases a market for eco-conscious investors. - **Certified Sustainable Materials:** The trend of using materials that are certified as sustainable presents opportunities for companies to differentiate themselves from traditional competitors. ### Who This Affects Most - **Musical Instruments:** Musical instrument manufacturers can differentiate their products and tap into a growing market of eco-friendly consumers by using sustainable materials like bamboo. - **Crowdfunding:** Crowdfunding platforms present an opportunity for inventors of eco-friendly products like the Alquier Cosmic One bamboo guitar to attract investment and bring their products to market. - **Sustainable Farming and Forestry:** Companies that specialize in sustainable farming and forestry can capitalize on the trend of using certified sustainable materials in products such as the Alquier Cosmic One bamboo guitar. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Woven Bamboo Headphones](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bambass-headphones.md) - [Recycled Guitar Prototypes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cardboard-guitar-1.md) - [Stealthy Rare Wooden Instruments](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/torch-t01.md) - [Carbon Fiber Smart Guitars](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lava-me-3.md) - [Reverent Rosewood Guitars](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/rosewood-guitar.md) - [Sustainable Bamboo-Crafted Drones](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bamboo-drone.md) - [Sustainable Bamboo Tourism Bikes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vlo-cuba.md) - [Lightweight Bamboo Frame eBikes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bamboo-easyrider.md) - [Effect-Emitting Guitar Gadgets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/guitar-gadgets.md)