# Graffiti-Inspired Amplifiers The Jason Roussel 'audioBOMB' Resembles a Handmade Bomb By Meghan Young | Published 2010-11-09 | Eco Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/jason-roussel-audiobomb References: [thedesignblog.org](http://www.thedesignblog.org/entry/audiobombs-amplify-the-sound-of-a-regular-mp3-player/) & [jasonroussel.info](http://www.jasonroussel.info/) If you don't mind looking like a dangerously eccentric maniac, the Jason Roussel 'audioBOMB' is just for you. Don't let its exterior deceive you, though, it does a lot of good on many levels. Not only is it made out of [recycled materials](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/crankspeaker), it amplifies your music in a unique way. Yes, the Jason Roussel 'audioBOMB' is a [sound amplifier](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/leapsonic-speaker), not a handmade bomb. Inspired by graffiti, it is a [low-cost audio device](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/diyr-speaker) that works with MP3s. According to The Design Blog, "they are meant to be strategically placed out of sight in order to emphasize the sounds emitted from them." ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.5/10 - Popularity: 40% | Activity: 27% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 90% men, 10% women - Primary generations: Millennial - Top markets: North America, Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Eco](https://www.trendhunter.com/eco) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Graffiti-inspired Audio Devices:** Opportunity for creating low-cost and unique audio devices inspired by street art. - **Recycled Materials in Tech:** Potential to utilize waste materials in the manufacturing of tech products such as speakers and amplifiers. - **Hidden Tech:** Incorporating functionality into everyday objects in a discreet manner is a trend that could be explored further in audio technology. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Consumer Electronics:** Companies could explore creating new and unique audio products that appeal to a younger generation who are interested in street art. - **Sustainability:** Sustainable and eco-friendly companies could incorporate recycled and reclaimed materials in their audio product manufacturing. - **Interior Design:** Opportunity for interior designers to incorporate hidden audio devices that blend in with the decor. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Backpack-Style Amplifiers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/backpack-amplifier.md) - [Style-Conscious Guitar Amps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/amonito-guitar-amplifier.md) - [Edgy Speaker Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/brutalist-speaker.md) - [Visually Attractive Speakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/audio-pro-t3-jepson-edition.md) - [Delightfully Playful Music Devices](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/anomalo.md) - [Posh Power-Free Smartphone Speakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/amplifying-speaker.md) - [Orange-Accented Concrete Speakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/concrete-speaker1.md) - [Minimalist Instrument-Holding Amplifiers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/breeze-guitar-amp.md) - [Retrofuturistic Streaming Audio Devices](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/diy-streaming-audio-player.md)