# Multi-Room Audio Systems The SonosPi Audio System is Powered By a Raspberry Pi Mini PC By Rahul Kalvapalle | Published 2016-08-26 | Tech Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/multiroom-audio-system References: [geeky-gadgets](http://www.geeky-gadgets.com/sonopi-touch-raspberry-pi-powered-multiroom-audio-system-25-08-2016/) & [kickstarter](https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/knowhowtec/sonopi-touch-a-raspberry-pi-based-multiroom-audio) A German electronics company by the name of KnowHowTec has managed to develop a high-tech multi-room audio system that makes use of a compact Raspberry Pi mini PC as its brain. What's great about the SonosPi is the fact that it uses a single-board computer to power the operations of its 160-watt amplifier, not to mention its crystal-clear 7-inch touchscreen display and soundcard. The system offers [Full HD audio](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wiim-ultra-music-digital-hub) and integrated volume monitoring. This high-tech multi-room audio system will appeal to both private and business users looking to synchronize audio across different rooms in a given space. It's a piece of technology that speaks to the wide array of applications possible with [single-board mini PCs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/raspberry-pi-500). ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.3/10 - Popularity: 24% | Activity: 66% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% 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 Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Single-board Computer Applications:** The development of a high-tech multi-room audio system utilizing a Raspberry Pi mini PC highlights the growing trend of single-board computer applications, presenting opportunities for developing innovative systems and solutions. - **Multi-room Audio Systems:** The popularity of multi-room audio systems continues to grow, providing a market for companies to develop and offer innovative solutions such as the SonosPi system. - **Integrated Audio and Touchscreen Solutions:** The SonosPi system's integration of a crystal-clear touchscreen display and soundcard highlights a growing trend of offering integrated audio and touchscreen solutions, providing opportunities for development in various industries. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Consumer Electronics:** The SonosPi system offers a unique and innovative solution to the multi-room audio system market within the consumer electronics industry. - **Home Automation:** The use of the SonosPi system highlights the growing trend of integrating home automation technology and providing customized audio solutions within the home automation industry. - **Hospitality:** The multi-room audio capabilities of the SonosPi system could be utilized in the hospitality industry to provide guests with a personalized audio experience in various rooms of a hotel or resort. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Multi-Device Audio Amps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/loewe-7.md) - [All-In-One Music Systems](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/allinone-music-systems.md) - [Custom Home Audio Amps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sonos-amp-multi.md) - [All-in-One Commercial Media Players](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/rockbot-smart-amp.md) - [Portable Theater Systems](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sony-htax7.md) - [Retrofuturistic Streaming Audio Devices](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/diy-streaming-audio-player.md) - [Home Audio Systems](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lr-series.md) - [Connected Retro Design Speakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ruark-r140-sound-system.md) - [Luxury Home Speaker Systems](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/rs250-wireless-loudspeakers.md)