# Reclaimed Wooden Speakers This Gramophone-Inspired Speaker Was Made From Reclaimed Barrels By Mishal Omar | Published 2016-06-14 | Tech Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/reclaimed-barrel References: [fubiz.net](http://www.fubiz.net/en/2016/06/13/giant-wooden-speaker-made-from-reclaimed-liquor-barrels/?utm_source=feedly&utm_medium=webfeeds) & [fiddlehammer](http://fiddlehammer.com/) Made from reclaimed barrel wood, this enormous speaker looks old-fashioned but has technological features. Designed by furniture studio Fiddle & Hammer, this large speaker is shaped like a gramophone and entitled 'Bellaphone." The [reclaimed barrel speaker](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/house-of-marley-get-together) is environmentally friendly due to its reuse of unused wood and looks like a [rustic audio system](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/d32) perfect for decorating the cottage. The speaker is "adaptable to all types of music installations," meaning that it can connect to smartphones, hi-fi systems and that its volume can be turned up Despite its old-fashioned and rustic aesthetic, this large speaker is up to date with modern needs and tech features. This speaker would make the perfect choice for anyone looking to add a quaint and unique statement piece to their home. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 4.4/10 - Popularity: 51% | Activity: 73% | 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) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Reclaimed Wood:** Opportunity for creating environmentally friendly products using reclaimed wood. - **Vintage Aesthetic:** Potential to capitalize on the popularity of vintage-inspired designs. - **Tech Integration:** Opportunity to combine old-fashioned aesthetics with modern technological features. ### Who This Affects Most - **Furniture:** Potential for furniture companies to create unique and environmentally friendly pieces using reclaimed wood. - **Audio Technology:** Opportunity for audio tech companies to develop speakers that combine vintage aesthetics with modern technology. - **Home Decor:** Market potential for home decor companies to offer rustic and unique statement pieces like reclaimed wooden speakers. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Wine Bottle-Resembling Speakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dream-echo.md) - [Transparent Gramophone-Like Speakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mini-speaker-concept.md) - [Retro-Inspired Limited Speaker Systems](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bellame.md) - [Edgy Speaker Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/brutalist-speaker.md) - [Stylish Low-Tech Sound Systems](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/frame-sound.md) - [Connected Retro Design Speakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ruark-r140-sound-system.md) - [Vintage-Style Audio Systems](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/edifier-d32.md) - [Modernized Retro Speakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-memory.md) - [Simplistic Organically Sculptural Speakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/western-acoustics.md)