# Intelligent Instruments The Squidolin by Carlos R. Mendez Plays and Teaches By Andrew Robichaud | Published 2009-05-20 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/squidolin-carlos-r-mendez References: [yankodesign](http://www.yankodesign.com/2009/05/19/squidolin-electric-violin-teaches-you/) & [crmendez](http://crmendez.com/) Straight from the future comes the [sleek Squidolin](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/3dprinted-carbon-cello) from Carlos R. Mendez. The Squidolin rocks a breathtaking design along with the typical violin characteristics (it makes noise). The beautiful classical (but not really) Squidolin opens the doors to a genre of music few know and few care about. Instead of paying thousands of dollars for [violin lessons](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/notewize-guitar-lessons), a simple [TV plugin](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/artinoise-zefiro) begins a tutorial in order to send you in the right direction. Beauty, comfort and desire come together to bring you Charles R. Mendoza’s Squidolin. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 1.3/10 - Popularity: 23% | Activity: 7% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 70% men, 30% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) > [Customization](https://www.trendhunter.com/customization) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Smart Instruments:** The development of more intelligent instruments that incorporate technology to teach and enhance the user's experience. - **Connected Learning:** Integration of interactive learning technology with traditional instruments and playing methods. - **Alternative Instruments:** The creation and popularization of unique and non-traditional instruments that appeal to a wider audience. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Music Education:** Opportunities exist within the music education industry to develop and market intelligent instruments and connected learning systems. - **Entertainment Technology:** The development of alternative and intelligent instruments could disrupt and drive innovation within the entertainment technology industry. - **Innovative Design:** Industries focused on innovative design could take advantage of the market demand for unique and aesthetically pleasing instruments like the Squidolin. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Futuristic Abstract Musical Instruments](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/zeta-electric-guitar.md) - [Portable Music Course Pianos](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/duolingo-5.md) - [Electronic String Instruments](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/harmoni.md) - [Quirky Strummable Synths](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/electronic-synth.md) - [Skeletal 3D-Printed Violins](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/karen-ultralight-electric-violin.md) - [Ultra-Modern MIDI Instruments](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/midi-device.md) - [AI-Powered Piano Systems](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/roli-piano-system.md) - [AI-Powered Dynamic Guitars](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lava-genie.md) - [Shreddable Steampunk Guitars](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/steampunk-guitar.md)