# $200,000 Abstract Amplifiers The Statement Amplifier Makes Waves at CES 2014 By Malika Renee Butss | Published 2014-01-15 | Tech Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/statement-amplifer References: [luxurylaunches](http://luxurylaunches.com/gadgets/niam-statement-amplifier.php) & [naimaudio](http://www.naimaudio.com/statement) If you’re willing to break the bank for the best quality sound then the ‘Statement’ amplifier by Niam Audio is the beat blaster for you. This penny-pinching sound system may have a big ticket but it also produces a big sound. Niam Audio is notoriously known for making quality audio products that cannot compare with any other competing brand. The ‘Statement’ amplifier uses the combination of a NAC S1 pre-amplifier and two NAP S1 power amplifiers. The big sound this unit produces may also come from its colossal size -- the unit weighs over 300 kg. The design of this astonish amp is rather minimalist, featuring a wave pattern with LED lights set in the core of the illuminating volume dial. This amazing amp may be pricey but it’s worth it. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.6/10 - Popularity: 43% | Activity: 28% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Tech](https://www.trendhunter.com/tech) > [Gadgets](https://www.trendhunter.com/gadgets) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **High-end Audio Equipment:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Develop more affordable high-end audio equipment without compromising on sound quality. - **Minimalist Design:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Create sleek and minimalist designs for audio equipment to appeal to consumers who value aesthetics. - **Large-scale Amplifiers:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Explore ways to create powerful amplifiers that are more compact and portable for convenience. ### Who This Affects Most - **Audio Technology:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Integrate advanced technologies, such as AI or IoT, into audio products to enhance user experience. - **Luxury Consumer Electronics:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Target the luxury market by offering exclusive, high-end audio products with unique features and materials. - **Home Entertainment:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Develop integrated home entertainment systems that provide immersive audio experiences. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Opulent Home Audio Systems](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/msb-sentinel-dac.md) - [Opulent Audiophile Amplifiers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/devialet-astra.md) - [Extravagant Home Speakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/xcs15k-center-channel-loudspeaker.md) - [Luxe Limited-Edition Audio Systems](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/beosystem-7223.md) - [Precision Audio Streaming Amplifiers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wireless-streaming-amplifier.md) - [Multi-Device Audio Amps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/loewe-7.md) - [Reimagined Retro Amplifiers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/retro-amplifier.md) - [Cutting-Edge Headphone Amps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/astell-kern.md) - [High-Performance Audio Systems](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/highperformance-audio-system.md)