# Affordable Music-Making Devices SummerTones Designs the EASYPLAY 1s for Music Production By Amy Duong | Published 2024-06-05 | Tech Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/easyplay-1s References: [yankodesign](https://www.yankodesign.com/2024/06/04/affordable-music-production-the-99-easyplay-1s-midi-controller-with-built-in-speakers/) & [summertones-1.kckb.me](https://summertones-1.kckb.me/b72eb727)  SummerTones designs a [compact music device](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/casio-sxc1) that is small enough to fit inside a pocket -- the EASYPLAY 1s is packed with impressive components. There are over 25 sound banks with 25 let's and MIDI capabilities. Additionally, the EASYPLAY 1s also has a speaker integrated into the device. It makes music production and comes with various instruments built into the gadget. For more sounds, there is a [drum machine](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fourstep-sequencer) and knobs that change the octaves and instruments within a matter of seconds. Once this is created, it can be [connected to a laptop or tablet](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tl1-music-player). In terms of the visual deign, it has a retro theme. The EASYPLAY 1s comes with colorful keys and users can also change the keycaps for endless alterations. Image Credit: SummerTones ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.9/10 - Popularity: 45% | Activity: 46% | Freshness: 25% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, South America, Europe, Asia, Africa ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Tech](https://www.trendhunter.com/tech) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Compact Music Production Tools:** The rise of portable and extensive music-making devices facilitates on-the-go creativity for musicians. - **Multi-function Sound Gadgets:** Devices integrating multiple music production tools, like drum machines and MIDI capabilities, enhance user experience and streamline workflow. - **Customizable Music Interfaces:** The ability to alter keycaps and visual design elements on music devices introduces personalization into production equipment. ### Who This Affects Most - **Consumer Electronics:** Innovations like the EASYPLAY 1s contribute to the growing market of compact, versatile music production gadgets. - **Music Production:** Advancements in portable music-making devices offer budding and professional musicians new tools for seamless creation. - **Musical Instruments:** The development of hybrid instruments combining traditional and digital functionalities expands the possibilities for creators. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Palm-Sized Music Devices](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/artiphon-orba-2.md) - [Pocket-Sized Beat Makers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/stylophone-beat.md) - [Portable Miniature Music Studios](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tracker-mini.md) - [Portable Miniature Soundboards](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/seqtrak.md) - [Compactly Portable Theremins](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/theremins.md) - [Playful Music Production Systems](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mytracks.md) - [Portable Music Controllers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-midi-controller.md) - [Portable Music Samplers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/portable-music-sampler.md) - [Stackable Modular Synths](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/3tonic.md)