# Geektastic Gamer Guitars The GetLoFi NES Electric Guitar is a Crafty Console Creation By Amelia Roblin | Published 2010-12-10 | Unique Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/getlofi-nes-electric-guitar References: [neatorama](http://www.neatorama.com/2010/12/08/nintendo-guitar/) & [getlofi](http://www.getlofi.com/?page_id=3715) Apparently, people love to recycle old [Nintendo](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nintendo-switch-bike) consoles and turn them into new items, like this GetLoFi NES Electric Guitar. A fully functional musical instrument, the now [six-string retro video game hub](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/voltage-davinci) plays quite a different tune than the old Super Mario song. The GetLoFi NES Electric Guitar boasts superior tuning as well as interior electronics storage. This gamer guitar is definitely a unique gadget, and it is guaranteed to appeal to the inner geek of any musician. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 4.0/10 - Popularity: 19% | Activity: 93% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial - Top markets: North America, Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Unique](https://www.trendhunter.com/unique) > [Bizarre](https://www.trendhunter.com/bizarre) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Retrofitted Musical Instruments:** Opportunities to create new musical instruments out of recycled electronics and tech products. - **Music Technology Hacks:** Innovative technology hacks for musical instruments to enhance sound quality and performance. - **Nostalgia-inspired Gadgets:** Trend towards creating new gadgets that remind consumers of past experiences or cultural icons. ### Who This Affects Most - **Music:** Musical instruments and gear companies can explore opportunities for sustainable and eco-friendly instruments. - **Technology:** Consumer tech companies can explore innovative ways to repurpose old electronics and tech products. - **Gaming:** Gaming companies can explore merchandise opportunities for retro gaming consoles and nostalgic products. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Futuristic Abstract Musical Instruments](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/zeta-electric-guitar.md) - [Recycled Guitar Prototypes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cardboard-guitar-1.md) - [All-in-One Audio Entertainment Guitars](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/enya-nexg-smart-guitar.md) - [Electronic String Instruments](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/harmoni.md) - [Guitar-Shaped Cutting Scissors](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nikken-cutlery.md) - [Minimalist MIDI Guitar Concepts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/midi-guitar.md) - [See-Through Cartridge Gaming Consoles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/modretro-m64.md) - [Gaming Console Coffee Tables](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mario-cart-coffe-table.md) - [Tiny Retro Gamer Consoles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/open-source-games-console.md)