# Retro Bluetooth Speakers JAM Audio's Speakers Unite a Vintage Look with Modern Sound By Laura McQuarrie | Published 2020-09-30 | Tech Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/retro-bluetooth-speaker References: [prnewswire](https://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/jam-audio-goes-vintage-with-the-release-of-new-retro-series-of-bluetooth-speakers-301140190.html) & [jamaudio](http://www.jamaudio.com) JAM Audio's Retro Bluetooth speaker series is full of fun and affordable styles that fuse modern technology with a cool, vintage aesthetic. The Retro Classic, Classic+ and Vintage speakers tap into styles from the past defined by rounded edges, horizontal patterns and chrome elements, all the while offering long-lasting batteries, compact design and connectivity features that support the demands of modern life. As John Mikkola, JAM Audio Director of [Consumer](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ai-tax-assist) Electronics Sales, describes: "With the popularity of [retro and vintage design](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vintageinspired-technology-tech-brand-kickbacks-discman-is-nostalgic) in recent years, there weren't many affordable speaker options within the space that were embodying the throwback look of the past." While Classic is ultra-compact yet powerful, the Retro Vintage boasts a front-facing volume dial that reminds of [radio tuners from the 1950s](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cambridge-audio-evo-one). ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 5.2/10 - Popularity: 79% | Activity: 69% | Freshness: 9% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Tech](https://www.trendhunter.com/tech) > [Gadgets](https://www.trendhunter.com/gadgets) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Vintage Aesthetic:** The demand for vintage-inspired design presents opportunities for creating retro Bluetooth speakers that combine nostalgic aesthetics with modern technology. - **Affordable Retro Options:** There is a need for more affordable speaker options in the retro and vintage design space, providing opportunities to tap into this market with budget-friendly offerings. - **Compact and Powerful:** Consumers are interested in ultra-compact yet powerful Bluetooth speakers that offer portability without sacrificing performance, leading to opportunities for creating smaller but high-performing devices. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Consumer Electronics:** The consumer electronics industry can capitalize on the rising demand for retro Bluetooth speakers by focusing on creating products that combine vintage aesthetics with modern sound technology. - **Design and Fashion:** The design and fashion industry can explore partnerships and collaborations to incorporate retro Bluetooth speakers into their product lines, leveraging the popularity of vintage-inspired designs. - **Audio Equipment Manufacturing:** Audio equipment manufacturers have an opportunity to innovate and create retro Bluetooth speakers with improved battery life, connectivity features, and compact designs. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Wireless Timeless Retro Speakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/authentics-series.md) - [Retro-Styled Assistant Speakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/jbl-authentics.md) - [Retro Sound Systems](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/d32.md) - [Retro-Style Portable Speakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/victrola-music-edition.md) - [Retro-Style Tabletop Speaker](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nattbadd-bluetooth.md) - [Connected Retro Design Speakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ruark-r140-sound-system.md) - [Sleek Visual Bluetooth Speakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tivoli-audio-boutique.md) - [Vintage-Inspired Bluetooth Speakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hepburn-voice.md) - [Vintage-Style Audio Systems](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/edifier-d32.md)