# Augmented Reality Drumsticks Muzik's Smart Drum Sticks Sync to the Audio Brand's Headphones By Alyson Wyers | Published 2015-01-09 | Tech Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/smart-drum-sticks References: [psfk](http://www.psfk.com/2015/01/ces-2015-muzik-technology-integrates-across-audio-devices.html) & [muzikofficial](http://www.muzikofficial.com/headphones/) As seen at CES 2015, Muzik's audio technology is expanding across devices from beyond their smart on-ear headphones to smart drum sticks. The tech-embedded musical instruments create high-quality sound and are used with the world's first smart headphones. Using motion sensors and augmented reality, the mobile entertainment innovation allows users to contain sound as they practice. Combining state of the art technology and sound quality, the wireless Muzik smart drum sticks use motion algorithms and augmented reality to work in conjunction with the smart headphones. Beginners and advanced drummers alike can practice without the use of a drum set. The headphones let users hear what is silent to others and also sync up to the Muzik Connect app and other [mobile applications](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/artinoise-zefiro). Further headphone-accompanying accessories are planned as well as more custom connect apps. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 5.4/10 - Popularity: 64% | Activity: 90% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 70% men, 30% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X - 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 - **Motion-activated Musical Instruments:** Opportunity to develop motion-activated instruments that enhance the music-making experience. - **Augmented Reality Music Practice:** Potential to create augmented reality tools that enable musicians to practice and contain sound in any environment. - **Wireless Audio Technology:** Chance to innovate in the wireless audio market by integrating technology into musical instruments. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Musical Instrument Manufacturing:** Disruptive innovation opportunity in creating smart musical instruments with motion-activated features and augmented reality capabilities. - **Audio and Sound Technology:** Opportunity to develop wireless audio technology that can be integrated into various audio devices and instruments. - **Mobile App Development:** Potential to develop mobile applications that work in conjunction with smart headphones and motion-activated musical instruments. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Augmented Reality Headphones Systems](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/augmented-reality-headphones.md) - [AR-Fueled Musical Camera Apps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/minibeats.md) - [Hand-Sensing Musical Instruments](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/roli-airwave.md) - [Headstock-Topped MIDI Guitars](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/midi-guitars.md) - [Hybrid Camera Headphones](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/musiccam.md) - [Ai Music Module Systems](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/muse-3.md) - [High-Tech Cyber Headphones](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/neurable-1.md) - [Neural Technology Earbuds](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wisearphones-smart-earbuds.md) - [Interactive Music Systems](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sound-maestro.md)