# Noise-Reducing Vinyl Players SweetVinyl's 'SugarCube' Removes Clicks and Pops from Music By Riley von Niessen | Published 2016-12-14 | Tech Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sweetvinyl References: [sweetvinyl](http://www.sweetvinyl.com/) & [indiegogo](https://www.indiegogo.com/projects/sweetvinyl-sugarcube) 'SweetVinyl,' a music company based in the Silicon Valley, was founded in 2014 by Leo Hoarty and Dan Eakins, two music lovers. In an effort to enhance their listening experience, the two designed the 'SugarCube,' a [sleek device](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/miniot-wheel-3) that takes away the [clicks and pops](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/flatten-it-machine) on [old vinyl records](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-paron-iii) that are so often heard. In other words, the SugarCube simply takes out all the unwanted noise that's not part of the music, making for a smoother sound progression. In addition, the device is completely non-destructive, works in real-time and can be easily controlled through the font panel or even an app. Originally launched on Indiegogo, SweetVinyl managed to surpass its funding goal by more than double -- a testament to the product's appeal to audiophiles. To showoff the immense functionality of the SugarCube, its creators will be present at CES 2017. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.9/10 - Popularity: 45% | Activity: 64% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Tech](https://www.trendhunter.com/tech) > [Gadgets](https://www.trendhunter.com/gadgets) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Noise-free Technology:** Innovations that utilize noise reduction technology can enhance sound experience and appeal to audiophiles. - **Real-time Audio Processing:** Real-time audio processing technology allows for immediate noise reduction and improved audio quality. - **Smart Hifi Devices:** Smart Hifi Devices such as the SugarCube can be controlled through an app and provide opportunities for integration with other connected devices. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Music Technology:** The music technology industry can integrate noise reduction technology into existing products or develop innovative devices specifically for audiophiles. - **Home Entertainment:** The home entertainment industry can leverage real-time audio processing technology to provide consumers with improved sound quality for their home theater systems. - **Smart Home:** The smart home industry can utilize smart hi-fi devices such as the SugarCube to strengthen their product offerings and enhance the overall connected home experience for consumers. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Vinyl-Cleaning Devices](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vinylsonic.md) - [Record-Cleaning Vinyl Turntables](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/crescent-turntable.md) - [Surface-Suction Record Cleaners](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vinyl-record-cleaner.md) - [Streaming-Enabled Record Players](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/victrola-stream-sapphire.md) - [Analog-to-Digital Vinyl Recorders](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vinyl-capture-workstation.md) - [All-in-One Turntable Systems](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/victrola-soundstage.md) - [Wirelessly Enabled Record Players](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/victrola-stream-carbon.md) - [Two-Speed Walnut Turntables](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/c8-turntable.md) - [Eco Suitcase Record Players](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/victrola-respin.md)