# Handmade Trunk Turntables These Custom Turntables are Made Out of Real Tree Trunks in Seattle By Alyson Wyers | Published 2015-03-02 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/custom-turntables References: [designtaxi](http://designtaxi.com/news/373057/Beautiful-Minimalist-And-Rustic-Turntables-Made-From-Real-Tree-Trunks/) & [kickstarter](https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/898522200/silvan-audio-workshop) These custom turntables are not only beautifully [minimalist](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-paron-iii), they are also made out of real tree trunks. Currently raising finances on crowdfunding platform [Kickstarter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fosi-audio-luna3-turntable), the record players are made by Silvan Audio Workshop with parts from audio company Rega. Ideal for those who appreciate a simple interior esthetic with a penchant for rustic design, the one of a kind music players are a gorgeous addition to your home. The custom turntables come with a glass platter that works to display the wood and also increases precision and speed stability. From a father-son team based in Seattle, the handmade record players make a great gift for hipsters and those who simply love to listen to their music the old fashioned way. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 4.0/10 - Popularity: 74% | Activity: 38% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial - Top markets: North America, Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) > [Customization](https://www.trendhunter.com/customization) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Tree Trunk Turntables:** Handmade record players made out of real tree trunks ### Who This Affects Most - **Audio Technology:** Innovative use of wood to enhance audio quality and appeal for music lovers - **Crafts and Artisans:** Elevating traditional craftsmanship through innovative design and materials - **Crowdfunding:** Funding and marketing independent projects like custom turntables with a distinct aesthetic appeal ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Sleek Vertical Turntables](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/miniot-wheel-3.md) - [Omni-Position Record Players](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/black-wheel-turntable.md) - [Industrial Aluminum Block Turntables](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/waiting-for-ideas-pp1-turntable.md) - [Slim Portable Audio Turntables](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/coturn-ct01.md) - [Modern Sideways Audio Turntables](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pp1.md) - [Sleek Minimal Clear Turntables](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/transparent-turntable-1.md) - [Premium Modular Transparent Turntables](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/transparent-turntable.md) - [Visceral Record Turntables](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/orbit-kinetic.md) - [Sustainable Premium Turntables](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/stir-it-up-lux.md)