# 1960's USB Microphones For Retro Skype Serenades? By TechnoGadget | Published 2008-09-01 | Tech Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/experience-the-60s-usb-retro-wireless-microphone References: [geekalerts](http://www.geekalerts.com/retro-wireless-usb-microphone/) Some people really just have a thing for [retro](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/native-union-pop-phone). If you are one of them, this USB microphone is perfect for you. This 1960s USB microphone uses radio-frequency identification; no wires are used. The microphone can be brought as far as three meters away from the USB port, so you can serenade your screen from a bit of a distance too. The mic supports Windows XP, Vista and Mac OSX. It measures 80 x 80 x 160 mm and weighs 149 g. An on/off button can be found directly on it. Because of its radio-frequency identification, it has no wires which is good when the user feels like moving with the beat. There’s no need to worry about tripping over the wires! ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 1.5/10 - Popularity: 18% | Activity: 18% | 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) > [Tech](https://www.trendhunter.com/tech) > [Gadgets](https://www.trendhunter.com/gadgets) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Retro-futuristic Tech:** Combining retro design with modern technology to create unique and innovative products. - **Wireless Connectivity:** Removing the limitations of wires and cables to enhance mobility and convenience for users. - **Nostalgic Accessories:** Offering products that tap into customers' nostalgia for past eras and cultural trends. ### Where This Applies - **Consumer Electronics:** Exploring opportunities to merge retro designs with modern technology in consumer electronic products. - **Music and Entertainment:** Utilizing nostalgic accessories to enhance the experience of music lovers and enthusiasts. - **Fashion and Lifestyle:** Developing product lines inspired by retro and nostalgic trends for fashion and lifestyle enthusiasts. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Handheld Desktop Computer Microphones](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hand-desk-mic.md) - [Budget Portable Microphones](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/budget-portable-microphone.md) - [Naturalistic Mushroom-Shaped Microphones](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wireless-bluetooth-microphone.md) - [Dedicated Desktop Character Microphones](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pacman-microphone.md) - [Broadcast-Quality Podcaster Microphones](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/rde-podmic.md) - [Retro-Style Karaoke Sets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/esq-a30m.md) - [Stylish Portable Microphones](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/saramonic-air.md) - [Space-Saving Desktop Microphones](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/desk-microphone-concept.md) - [Portable Podcaster Microphones](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/microphone-concept.md)