# Sustainable Speaker Systems The Vamp Can Now Be Used to Create a Portable Bluetooth Stereo System By Alyson Wyers | Published 2016-09-14 | Eco Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/portable-bluetooth-stereo-system References: [fastcodesign](https://www.fastcodesign.com/3063600/one-designers-quest-to-eliminate-e-waste-starting-with-your-old-hi-fi) & [kickstarter](https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/1238747394/the-vamp-stereo-speaker-bring-back-the-sound?token=14c833d0) This portable Bluetooth stereo system helps decrease electronic waste while also bringing your vintage speakers back to life. Designed by Paul Cocksedge, the Vamp is an award-winning audio device that made waves back in 2013. Now, the designer is back with the Vamp Stereo and Vamp Speaker, both of which are the object of a singular [Kickstarter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/double-bass-speaker) campaign. The Vamp Stereo is a new kind of amplifier enables you to find new use for your old school hi-fi speakers. Your existing speakers can be connected to the Vamp Stereo, and then synced with any Bluetooth device to re-introduce sound, transforming the old into a new portable Bluetooth stereo system. Or, if you don't have speakers already, the Vamp Speaker is made out of [recyclable and sustainable materials](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/house-of-marley-get-together). It can also be linked to any of your Bluetooth devices. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 5.7/10 - Popularity: 82% | Activity: 80% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 70% men, 30% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Eco](https://www.trendhunter.com/eco) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Sustainable Speaker Systems:** Using recyclable materials and repurposing old speakers, sustainable speaker systems are disrupting the traditional audio industry. - **Portable Bluetooth Stereo Systems:** Creating a new market for portable, wireless audio, innovative Bluetooth stereo systems are reshaping how we experience sound. - **Electronics Upcycling:** The trend of repurposing old electronics, such as speakers, showcases opportunities for disruptive innovation in the sustainable tech industry. ### Who This Affects Most - **Audio Equipment:** The audio equipment industry has the potential to be disrupted by the rising demand for sustainable and portable speaker systems. - **Consumer Electronics:** Consumer electronics companies have an opportunity to tap into the growing market of portable Bluetooth stereo systems by offering innovative products and solutions. - **Eco-friendly Technology:** The eco-friendly technology industry can explore the potential of electronics upcycling to create innovative and sustainable products like the Vamp Speaker. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Powerful Vintage-Inspired Stereo Systems](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/klipsch.md) - [Retro Sound Systems](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/d32.md) - [Recycled Plastic Portable Speakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/recycled-plastic-portable-speakers.md) - [Retro-Inspired Limited Speaker Systems](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bellame.md) - [Lantern-Inspired Speaker Lights](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bluetooth-speaker-lamp.md) - [Accessible Audiophile Speakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/double-bass-speaker.md) - [Nostalgic Streaming Speakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tivoli-songbook.md) - [Modular Portable Sound Systems](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/modular-portable-sound-system.md) - [Stylish Sustainable Bluetooth Speakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nattbadd.md)