# Smashable Musical Instruments K's Japan Develops a Guitar to Destroy Guilt-Free By Marissa Liu | Published 2010-02-28 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/smash-guitar References: [nerdapproved](http://nerdapproved.com/approved-products/smash-is-the-destroyable-stand-in-for-your-real-instrument/) & [journal.mycom.co.jp](http://journal.mycom.co.jp/news/2010/02/24/047/index.html) The SMASH guitar by K's Japan is a [musical instrument](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/torch-t01) that is meant for onstage antics, tantrums and examples of self-expression by would-be and real rockstars. These guitars are designed specifically to be destroyed and then recycled. SMASH guitar comes in both black and white and create a special, "devastating" sound while they are being busted up. At $60 each, these pinata-like instruments would be very fun to play and destroy. We wonder if a SMASH guitar can be played like a [regular guitar](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/guitar-lineup) or if they are only replicas meant for smashing. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 5.3/10 - Popularity: 66% | Activity: 84% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: 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 - **Recyclable Musical Instruments:** Developing musical instruments that can be easily recycled after use. - **Interactive Performance Tools:** Creating instruments that encourage onstage antics and self-expression for musicians. - **Novelty Instrument Experiences:** Designing unique instruments that provide unconventional music-making experiences. ### Who This Affects Most - **Music Instrument Manufacturing:** Opportunity to incorporate recyclable materials into the production of musical instruments. - **Stage Equipment and Props:** Potential for developing interactive and destructible props for live performances. - **Music Education and Entertainment:** Market for novelty instruments and experiences that cater to musicians and enthusiasts. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Shreddable Steampunk Guitars](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/steampunk-guitar.md) - [Celestial Smart Bamboo Guitars](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/natasha-bamboo-smart-guitar.md) - [Recycled Guitar Prototypes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cardboard-guitar-1.md) - [Electronic String Instruments](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/harmoni.md) - [Children-Forward Guitar Companies](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/smallscale-electric-guitars.md) - [Modular High-End Guitars](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/shark-guitars.md) - [Futuristic Abstract Musical Instruments](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/zeta-electric-guitar.md) - [Button-Activated Guitar Devices](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/rockdreamer-guitarbar.md) - [Carbon Fiber Smart Guitars](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lava-me-3.md)