# Rock 'n' Roll iPod Amplifiers The Skullcandy Vandal Speaker Dock Brings Rebel Attitudes By Matt Ho | Published 2011-06-28 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/skullcandy-vandal-speaker-dock References: [chipchick](http://www.chipchick.com/2011/06/skullcandy-vandal-speaker.html) & [ca.skullcandy](http://ca.skullcandy.com/shop/2011-vandal-black-gold.html) There's a ton of stylish [iPod](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bowers-wilkins2) amplifiers on the market, but the Skullcandy Vandal Speaker Dock is the one I like the most. The rock-and-roll guy in me has taken a liking to the Skullcandy Vandal Speaker Dock simply because of its unique design. The amplifier looks like it's modeled after a [vintage guitar amp](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/marshall-bromley-750). The boombox is decked out in black, with a beautiful gold trim on the front and on the controls. The knobs are definitely a nod to the ones you see on amps, which is a touch I certainly appreciate. In terms of specs, this piece packs 80mm woofers, 19mm tweets with a total output of 21 watts. With the 3.5mm input, this gadget is also compatible with many other MP3 players as well, making it super practical. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.8/10 - Popularity: 36% | Activity: 39% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 70% men, 30% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) > [Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/design) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Stylish Ipod Amplifiers:** Opportunity to disrupt the market with unique and visually appealing designs for iPod amplifiers. - **Vintage-inspired Speaker Docks:** Potential to innovate speaker docks with designs reminiscent of classic guitar amps. - **Multi-device Compatibility:** Disruptive potential lies in creating speaker docks that are compatible with various types of MP3 players. ### Who This Affects Most - **Consumer Electronics:** Opportunity for consumer electronics companies to develop and market stylish, vintage-inspired iPod amplifiers and speaker docks. - **Audio Equipment:** Potential for audio equipment manufacturers to create speaker docks with visually appealing designs resembling classic guitar amps. - **Music Accessories:** Disruptive innovation opportunity in the music accessories industry by designing speaker docks that can be used with multiple MP3 players. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Multifunctional Jam-Friendly Speakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fender-audio-riff.md) - [Reimagined Retro Amplifiers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/retro-amplifier.md) - [Wearable High-Quality Speakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fender-x-teufel.md) - [Portable Connected Musician Amplifiers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/positive-grid-spark-mini.md) - [Amp-Inspired Bluetooth Speakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/new-bluetooth-speaker.md) - [Customizable Bluetooth Amplifier Accessories](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/whooshi-portable-amplifier.md) - [Retro Sound Systems](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/d32.md) - [Palm-Sized Portable Amps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/positive-grid-spark-go.md) - [Headphone-Friendly Wireless Amplifiers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wireless-guitar-amplifier.md)