# Upcycled Victorian Music Makers The Steampunk DJ Set Will Have You Partying Like It's 1899 By Michael Hines | Published 2010-08-13 | Tech Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/steampunk-dj-set References: [dvice](http://dvice.com/archives/2010/08/steampunk-dj-se.php) & [steampunkchicago](http://steampunkchicago.com/articles/incredible-steampunked-musical-device-debuting-tonight-at-gypsy-nomads-concert/) The Steampunk DJ Set is the perfect [music player](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/victrola-soundstage) for fist-pumping art aficionados. This [DJ set](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/rane-system-one) is modeled off of a Numark CD-Mix 2 and is fully operational. The Steampunk DJ Set was created by Lord Baron Joseph C.R. Vourteque and his inventor pal Evad. This rig is made from a variety of parts, including an old Ford horn and radiator. Read on below for technical information about this [artistic DJ rig](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tuno-1), and be sure to check out all of the photos in the gallery above. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 1.7/10 - Popularity: 11% | Activity: 32% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 70% men, 30% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Tech](https://www.trendhunter.com/tech) > [Multimedia](https://www.trendhunter.com/multimedia) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Steampunk Music:** There is a growing trend of incorporating steampunk aesthetics into music and DJ sets, creating opportunities for unique and visually stunning performances. - **Upcycled Art:** The use of upcycled components to create functional and artistic pieces is becoming popular, opening up opportunities for innovative and sustainable designs. - **Retro Technology:** The revival and modification of vintage technology, such as the Steampunk DJ Set, is gaining traction as a nostalgic and distinctive approach to music production. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Entertainment:** The entertainment industry can explore incorporating steampunk-inspired music and DJ sets to attract a niche audience seeking immersive and visually engaging experiences. - **Art and Design:** The art and design industry can embrace the use of upcycled materials to create unique and environmentally friendly pieces like the Steampunk DJ Set. - **Music Production:** The music production industry can tap into the trend of retro technology to offer musicians and DJs distinctive and nostalgic tools for creating sounds and performances. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Steampunk Aesthetic Espresso Makers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/steampunk-espresso-machine.md) - [Retrofuturistic Streaming Audio Devices](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/diy-streaming-audio-player.md) - [Intricate DJ LEGO Sets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pioneer-cdj-2000-nexus.md) - [Steampunk Desktop Appliances](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/3in1-desk.md) - [DJ Console-Inspired Puzzle Sets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cdj-2000.md) - [Style-Conscious Record Players](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/upright-vinyl-record-player.md) - [Cyberpunk DJ Console Concepts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/midi-controller-concept.md) - [Darkly Demure Turntable Systems](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/victrola-stream-onyx.md) - [Nixie Tube-Equipped Turntables](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nixie-tube-turntable.md)