# Analog Modular Tools The Programmable Modules in the Palette Gear are Physical and Digital Tools By Alyson Wyers | Published 2015-07-24 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/programmable-modules References: [springwise](http://www.springwise.com/modular-analogue-tools-create-hands-on-interface-digital-softwares/) & [palettegear](http://palettegear.com/index.html) These programmable modules combine the analog and digital. The Palette Gear kits consist of modular tools people can physically interact with to create software in a way that might feel more natural, or at the very least, hands on. The pieces click together in a number of ways that might appeal to people who lean towards customization and way from so much screen time. Palette Gear will be used especially by creatives -- designers, music producers, photographers, video editors and more. The programmable modules compose the kit, with one core unit and up to 18 different buttons, dials and sliders, which users can arrange in whatever layout pleases them. You also assign a function to every unit, which are hand-controlled but would affect some aspect of your digital editing. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 5.2/10 - Popularity: 67% | Activity: 81% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) > [Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/design) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Analog-digital Fusion:** The trend of combining analog and digital technologies opens up opportunities for creating intuitive and tactile user experiences. - **Modular Customization:** The trend of modular tools allows users to personalize their workflows and adapt them to their specific needs. - **Hands-on Creativity:** The trend of physical interaction with digital software enables a more immersive and expressive creative process. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Design & Innovation:** Disruptive innovation opportunities lie in developing customizable design tools that bridge the gap between physical and digital creation. - **Music Production:** Innovating programmable modules for music production can enhance the hands-on control and creative possibilities for musicians and producers. - **Photography & Videography:** Developing modular tools for photographers and video editors can revolutionize the editing process, offering a more intuitive and personalized approach. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Sleek Stone Knob Controllers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/application-programming-interface.md) - [Editing-Focused Control Panels](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mx-creative-console.md) - [Adaptable Maker Keypad Modules](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/stream-deck-module.md) - [Highly Customizable Gamer Controllers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/modular-control-station.md) - [Creative Professional Workstation Controllers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tourbox-neo-controller.md) - [Modular Content Creator Controllers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cooler-master-masterhub.md) - [Creative-Centric Control Consoles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/creative-console.md) - [Workflow-Focused Productivity Consoles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mx-creative-console-1.md) - [Wireless Imaging Software Controllers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tourbox-elite.md)