# Sustainable Wooden Amplifiers The Amplio Bamboo Speaker Provides Crisp Audio without Electricity By Michael Hemsworth | Published 2015-11-18 | Eco Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bamboo-speaker References: [fliostand](http://fliostand.com/) & [kickstarter](https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/482077604/amplio-bamboo-iphone-amplifier-inspired-by-retro-r) Many users will utilize the built-in speaker on their smartphone to play tunes without needing to plug in their device, but this only provides a very small reach for the sound waves to travel; enter the Amplio Bamboo Speaker to provide a [non-electrical way to amplify your music](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fiio-snowsky-tiny). Crafted from [sustainable bamboo](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nattbadd), the Amplio Bamboo Speaker works with a variety of device models and will instantly amplify the sound of your small smartphone speaker to be loud enough to fill the room. If you want to use the Amplio Bamboo Speaker as a dock, the device will allow you to thread your smartphone cable through it, which will make charging or syncing that much easier. Currently [funding on Kickstarter](https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/482077604/amplio-bamboo-iphone-amplifier-inspired-by-retro-r), the Amplio Bamboo Speaker is an innovative, eco-friendly way to enjoy your favorite music. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 6.2/10 - Popularity: 85% | Activity: 92% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Eco](https://www.trendhunter.com/eco) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Sustainable Audio Amplifiers:** Innovative audio amplifiers that are made from sustainable materials to reduce the environmental footprint of electronics. - **Passive Acoustic Speakers:** Innovations in passive acoustic speakers that amplify sound without the need for electricity, offering an eco-friendly alternative. - **Eco-friendly Tech Accessories:** Innovative tech accessories made from sustainable materials that reduce waste and promote environmental consciousness. ### Where This Applies - **Consumer Electronics:** The consumer electronics industry has an opportunity to embrace sustainable materials and eco-friendly designs for their products. - **Audio Equipment:** Innovations in audio equipment that offer eco-friendly options for sound reproduction without sacrificing quality and performance. - **Fashion and Accessories:** The fashion and accessories industry has an opportunity to promote sustainability with ecological materials and eco-friendly design in their products. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Eco-Friendly Bamboo Speakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/get-together-2.md) - [Sustainable Solar-Powered Speakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/solgaard-solarbank-boombox.md) - [Phone Charger-Infused Speakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/phone-chargerinfused-speaker.md) - [Chic Sustainable Portable Speakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bang-olufsen-beosound-a1.md) - [Renewable Material Speakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/house-of-marley-get-together.md) - [Emergency Audio Speaker Hubs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/crankspeaker.md) - [WiFi-Charged Speaker Concepts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/braun-faithfull-speaker.md) - [Woven Bamboo Headphones](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bambass-headphones.md) - [Portable Eco-Friendly Speakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/house-of-marley-get-together-mini.md)