# Updated Antique Radios The Crosley Ranchero Classic Speaker Plays MP3s from a Smartphone or Tablet By Michael Hemsworth | Published 2015-10-19 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/crosley-ranchero-classic-speaker References: [odditymall](http://odditymall.com/crosley-ranchero-vintage-speaker) & [shop.odditymall](https://shop.odditymall.com/sales/ranchero-vintage-am-fm-speaker) This Crosley Ranchero Classic Speaker might look like an antique at first glance, but the retro design is actually much more capable than you might think. Featuring the [radio capabilities](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/retro-radio1) that the original Crosley Ranchero speaker would've had, the newly updated Crosley Ranchero Classic Speaker has input connectivity for easily playing music from an external device like a smartphone, tablet or laptop. The Crosley Ranchero Classic Speaker, while [retro in aesthetic](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vintageinspired-technology-tech-brand-kickbacks-discman-is-nostalgic), has been updated with a 3-inch studio driver, which makes it sounds better than ever. It's clear that while the 1950s design aesthetic of the Crosley Ranchero Classic Speaker makes it a clear winner with fans of retro design, it's still going to be capable enough for those out there looking for great sound quality. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 4.9/10 - Popularity: 73% | Activity: 67% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North 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 Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Retrofuturism:** There is an opportunity to merge the nostalgia of antiquated designs with modern-day technology in a way that isn't just gimmicky, producing updated tech that feels individual. - **Connectivity-focused Design:** With the ubiquity of smartphones, modern devices can be designed with an emphasis on connectivity to ensure consumers have access to their preferred music library and phone functionality. - **Vintage-inspired Audio Gear:** This trend will explore a new wave of vintage-inspired, yet updated, audio gear that's intended to appeal to audiophiles and budget-conscious music lovers who want to express their own distinct style. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Consumer Electronics:** Opportunities for adding a touch of nostalgia, or playing with unconventional design elements can create more interest in the consumer electronics industry. - **Industrial Design:** Creating highly differentiated designs that embody the sensibility of a previous era can elevate the status of the Industrial design industry and stand out among competitors. - **Audio Engineering:** There is an opportunity in the Audio Engineering industry to create sound systems that deliver an upgraded studio experience that cater to vintage-inspired consumers. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Retro Sound Systems](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/d32.md) - [Next-Gen Record Players](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/c65-record-player.md) - [Connected Retro Design Speakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ruark-r140-sound-system.md) - [Vintage-Style Audio Systems](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/edifier-d32.md) - [Stylish Low-Tech Sound Systems](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/frame-sound.md) - [Powerful Vintage-Inspired Stereo Systems](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/klipsch.md) - [Juxtaposing Modern Streaming Speakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/songbook.md) - [Tech-Infused Analog Radios](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/retro-aesthetics-and-modern-technology.md) - [Retrofuturistic Streaming Audio Devices](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/diy-streaming-audio-player.md)