# Music-Making iPad Stands Griffin Studioconnect Docking Station Lets You Record Tracks By Katherinev123 | Published 2012-08-22 | Tech Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/griffin-studioconnect-docking-station References: [wired](http://www.wired.co.uk/news/archive/2012-08/21/griffin-studioconnect) & [griffintechnology](http://www.griffintechnology.com/music/studioconnect-guitar-midi-interface-for-ipad) While there are plenty of music-making apps already available for phones and tablets, the Griffin Studioconnect docking station provides a more in-depth way for amateur musicians to get creative. A dock for your [iPad](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/maghub-3), the Griffin Studioconnect docking station serves as both a [stable iPad stand](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dock-stand) and a system that allows you to record music tracks yourself. It comes with [MIDI ports](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-midi-controller), a 3.5 mm headphone jack and a 1/4-inch jack into which you can plug mono instruments such as a guitar or keyboard. There is also a pair of phono output ports so you can send the audio to speakers or an amplifier. According to Wired, with the Griffin Studioconnect, "...you can record vocals, drums or acoustic guitar using a proper high-quality microphone, you can lay down guitar and bass tracks, you can use an external keyboard or drum pad to play soft synths," and more. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 1.0/10 - Popularity: 6% | Activity: 16% | 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 - **Music-making Apps:** Opportunity for developing new and improved music-making apps that integrate with docking stations like Griffin Studioconnect. - **Portable Recording Studios:** Disruptive innovation opportunity to create more affordable and portable recording studio setups. - **Integration of MIDI Technology:** Potential for integrating MIDI technology into a wider range of music equipment and accessories for enhanced functionality. ### Where This Applies - **Music Production:** Opportunity for companies in the music production industry to develop and market docking stations and accessories for amateur musicians. - **Mobile Device Accessories:** Disruptive innovation opportunity in the mobile device accessories industry to create docking stations and stands that cater specifically to musicians. - **Audio Equipment Manufacturing:** Opportunity for audio equipment manufacturers to explore the integration of MIDI technology into their products to enhance the recording and music production capabilities. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Verstaile Tablet Docking Stations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/maghub-3.md) - [Headstock-Topped MIDI Guitars](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/midi-guitars.md) - [Affordable Music-Making Devices](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/easyplay-1s.md) - [Portable Miniature Music Studios](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tracker-mini.md) - [All-in-One Mobile Recording Devices](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hisong-airstudio-s1.md) - [Playful Music Production Systems](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mytracks.md) - [Sleek Tablet-Transforming Stands](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/elago-magnetic-stand-for-ipad.md) - [Port-Packed Technology Docks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dock-stand.md) - [Portable Music Controllers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-midi-controller.md)