# Super-Powered Stereo Systems The Mark Neumann Coliseum XLS is a Beast of a Speaker By Jason Soy | Published 2011-07-01 | Tech Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mark-neumann-coliseum-xls References: [technabob](http://technabob.com/blog/2011/06/29/coliseum-xls-speakers/) & [markneumannaudiocollection](http://www.markneumannaudiocollection.com/COLISEUM.htm) [Sound system enthusiasts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/msb-sentinel-dac) will find the Mark Neumann Coliseum XLS to be exactly what they need to blast their favorite songs at [full volume](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bromley-750). If you don't think these speakers are beastly, the 580-pound shipping weight should convince you otherwise. The Mark Neumann Coliseum XLS is 43¾ inches tall, has an average sensitivity of 95 dB and full-range frequency response from 20 Hz – 20kHz. It's pretty awesome. The only thing preventing me from picking up these badboys is the [steep $40,000 price tag](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sonus-faber-amati-supreme). **Implications** - Consumers are willing spend a lot on items that are advertised as high-end and exclusive because it satiates their desire for prestige. Corporations can generate just as much revenue with lesser-produced, but higher-costing products as they can with mass-produced goods. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.4/10 - Popularity: 18% | Activity: 46% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 90% men, 10% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Tech](https://www.trendhunter.com/tech) > [Gadgets](https://www.trendhunter.com/gadgets) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **High-end Audio Systems:** There may be an opportunity to create more high-cost but exclusive audio equipment for audio enthusiasts who seek prestige in ownership. - **Luxury Speaker Systems:** Create high-quality speaker systems for consumers who are willing to pay a higher price for a more premium experience. - **Musical Prestige Accessories:** With the market for high-end headphones and earphones already established, there may be potential for creating high-end speakers or other audio accessories that tap into consumer's desire for musical prestige. ### Who This Affects Most - **Audio Equipment:** Manufacturers in the audio equipment industry can create high-quality, premium products for audio enthusiasts who are willing and able to pay the premium price. - **Luxury Goods:** Luxury goods manufacturers can explore creating audio systems and accessories for their high-end customers, thereby expanding into the audio equipment industry. - **Marketing and Advertising:** Marketing and advertising firms can collaborate with high-end audio manufacturers to create aspirational and prestige-driven campaigns for their products. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Oversized Living Space Speakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/klipsch-jubilee-floorstanding-speaker.md) - [Wireless Premium Distinctive Speakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/beolab-8-speaker.md) - [Floor Standing Speaker Systems](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kef.md) - [Opulent Next-Gen Home Speakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bowers-wilkins-800-series-signature-speakers.md) - [Transparent Loudspeaker Systems](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/loudspeaker-system.md) - [Dynamic Home Audio Speakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sounds-speaker.md) - [Posh Pearlescent Speaker Systems](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bowers-wilkins-nautilus.md) - [Anniversary Audio Equipment](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mcintosh-mc21kw-monoblock-power-amplifier.md) - [Landmark-Resembling Floor Speakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/floor-standing-wireless.md)