# Interchangeable MP3 Headgear SOL Republic Tracks Headphone Gets Seriously Slicked Out By Matt Ho | Published 2011-10-21 | Tech Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sol-republic-tracks-headphone References: [upscalehype](http://www.upscalehype.com/2011/10/sol-republic-tracks-headphones/) & [solrepublic](http://solrepublic.com/headphones/sol-republic-tracks) In addition to high-end headphones such as [Beats](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/stussy-and-beats) by Dre or anything [Bose](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/jbl-tour-m2) puts out, there's the [SOL](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-sol-reader) Republic Tracks Headphone which proves to be just as badass. The SOL Republic Tracks Headphone features interchangeable earmuffs that make them more travel-friendly. The brand has integrated a new polymer that they call FlexTech, which they guarantee makes the product virtually indestructible. The Tracks ear cushion offers extreme comfort since it's lightweight and large; this will reduce pressure on the ear. As for the sound itself, it features a V8 Sound Engine for crisp, clean sounds that easily rivals any other brand on the market. These have a 3.5mm audio jack, which means it'll work for more devices whether it's smartphones or MP3 players. Perhaps this will be the pair of headphones you've been searching for. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 5.2/10 - Popularity: 82% | Activity: 65% | Freshness: 8% ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Tech](https://www.trendhunter.com/tech) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Travel-friendly Interchangeable Headphones:** Opportunity to innovate with customizable headphones that cater to the increasing demand for portable audio. - **Indestructible Materials:** Innovation in developing durable materials that can withstand tough usage and wear-and-tear. - **High-quality Sound on Mobile Devices:** Opportunity to develop high-performance speakers and headphones to deliver superior audio quality on handheld devices. ### Who This Affects Most - **Consumer Electronics:** The consumer electronics industry can innovate with new materials and designs to make headphones more durable and travel-friendly. - **Audio Equipment Manufacturing:** Opportunity to create customizable headphones, and offer high-quality audio on mobile devices, to stay ahead of the competition. - **Travel and Leisure:** The travel industry can provide specialized travel gear, including customizable headphones to enhance traveler's audio experiences. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Minimalist Collaboration Headphones](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/aiaiai-x-brain-dead-tracks-headphones.md) - [Headband Display Headphones](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/boinc-headphones.md) - [Contemporary Customization Headphones](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/stylish-bluetooth-headphones.md) - [Repairable Luxury Headphones](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bang-olufsen-beoplay-h100.md) - [Sleek Solar-Powered Headphones](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/adidas-rpt02-sol-headphones.md) - [Spatial Over-the-Ear Headphones](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/jbl-tour-m2.md) - [Wooden Over-Ear Headphones](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/strada.md) - [Transparent Sleek Headphones](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mondo-headphone.md) - [Haute Head-Tracking Headphones](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/jabra-elite-10.md) - [Masterful Modular Headphones](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/masterful-modular-headphones.md)