# Matchstick-Only Instruments The Jack Hall Guitars are Made of Flammable Wooden Stems By Jordy E | Published 2012-06-28 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/jack-hall References: [xaxor](http://xaxor.com/creative/musical-instruments-matchsticks-jack-hall-part-2-.html) & [flickr](http://www.flickr.com/photos/52858221@N04/) These Jack Hall pieces are certainly the perfect gift for any [artistically inclined musician](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/limited-edition-guitar). While they may not be the most practical design, the intricate inclusion of numerous matchsticks has brought about a [novel design](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/acoustic-guitar-models), one that has yet to be seen nor exploited by the instrumental industry. The [glossy wood-infused violins and guitars](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/3dprinted-carbon-cello) come across as authentic and moreover one of a kind. Tiny pieces of elongated flammable sticks come together quite well here despite the common usage of full, non-perforated planks of light and deep cherry-hued wood. Unusual equipment launches have become essential to the success of product-based brands, and the goods released on behalf of the music realm have clearly followed suit. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.7/10 - Popularity: 40% | Activity: 32% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 70% men, 30% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) > [Modern](https://www.trendhunter.com/modern) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Flammable Material Design:** The use of flammable materials like matchsticks in instrument design opens up opportunities for unique and novel creations. - **Authentic and Unique Instruments:** The incorporation of matchsticks in violins and guitars creates one-of-a-kind, visually striking instruments that appeal to musicians and collectors looking for something different. - **Unconventional Equipment Launches:** Unusual instrument designs like those made from matchsticks can attract attention and bring success to product-based brands in the music industry. ### Where This Applies - **Instrument Manufacturing:** Instrument manufacturers can explore using unconventional materials like matchsticks to create innovative and visually appealing instruments. - **Artisanal Instrument Crafting:** Artisanal instrument makers can tap into the demand for unique and handmade instruments by incorporating novel materials like matchsticks in their designs. - **Collectibles and Memorabilia:** The unique and one-of-a-kind nature of matchstick instruments makes them highly desirable collectibles for musicians and enthusiasts, creating opportunities in the collectibles and memorabilia industry. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Fashion-Forward Guitar Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gibson-and-marc-jacobs.md) - [Recycled Guitar Prototypes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cardboard-guitar-1.md) - [Shreddable Steampunk Guitars](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/steampunk-guitar.md) - [Reverent Rosewood Guitars](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/rosewood-guitar.md) - [Nightclub-Derived Wood Guitars](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wood-guitar.md) - [Futuristic Abstract Musical Instruments](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/zeta-electric-guitar.md) - [Skeletal 3D-Printed Violins](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/karen-ultralight-electric-violin.md) - [Packable Electroacoustic Travel Guitars](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/travel-guitar.md) - [Acoustic Guitar Bows](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pickaso-guitar-bow.md)