# Picnic-Ready Radios The Media Bucket Makes Music Amplification Portable By Amelia Roblin | Published 2013-11-20 | Tech Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/media-bucket References: [yankodesign](http://www.yankodesign.com/2013/09/06/bucket-o-sound/) & [behance.net](http://www.behance.net/gallery/Media-Bucket/7137761) In the Media Bucket, the ghetto blaster has been adapted to play with the idea of a picnic basket or a cooler. The device has been optimized for portability and incorporates its control panel into the top so that no buttons or dials will be knocked, should the gadget brush against your leg. Taking a fairly rectangular form with nice curved edges, this contemporary boombox concept would offer ample battery life to continuously broadcast your beats at the park, the court or out on the porch. You might be surprised to find out that the Media Bucket comes equipped with an [FM tuner](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/d32) and a [cassette tape deck](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/maxell-mxcpp100), along with its [built-in CD player](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dm15) and wireless mp3 reading capabilities. Basically, Sang Hyun Jeong's sound system is prepared to crank up the volume anywhere on your favorite tunes, old and new. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.6/10 - Popularity: 36% | Activity: 34% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z - 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 ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Portable Music Amplification:** The trend towards portable music amplification systems allows music lovers to bring their music with them wherever they go. - **Multifunctional Audio Devices:** The trend towards audio devices that can perform multiple functions like reading mp3s, FM tuning, and cassette tapping offers convenience and variety to audiophiles. - **Contemporary Boomboxes:** Contemporary boomboxes are making a comeback with sleek designs and strong sound quality. ### Where This Applies - **Consumer Electronics:** The consumer electronics industry has an opportunity to innovate with portable, multifunctional audio devices. - **Outdoor and Recreation:** The outdoor and recreation industry can benefit from offering portable music amplification systems to enhance the experience of outdoor activities. - **Music and Entertainment:** The music and entertainment industry has the opportunity to create contemporary boomboxes that produce high-quality sound while meeting the needs of modern consumers. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Cassette-Inspired Music Players](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/retro-audio-player.md) - [Nostalgic Retro Music Capsules](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/diy-mixtape-kit.md) - [Speaker-Equipped Retro Coolers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kooltunes.md) - [Fashion-Forward Audio Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/luna-audio.md) - [Modernized Cassette Player Concepts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/portable-cassette-tape-player.md) - [Backpack-Style Amplifiers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/backpack-amplifier.md) - [Multifunctional Compact Music Players](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/playdisc.md) - [Modernized Retro Speakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-memory.md) - [Tech-Infused Analog Radios](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/retro-aesthetics-and-modern-technology.md)