# Modernized Analog Theremins Moog's 'Etherwave' Brings Modern Amenities to a Classic Instrument By Rahul Kalvapalle | Published 2022-04-18 | Tech Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/theremin References: [newatlas](https://newatlas.com/music/moog-etherwave-theremin/) & [moogmusic](https://www.moogmusic.com/products/etherwave-theremin)  It's been over a century since electronic music pioneer and engineer Robert Moog developed the first theremin, which is precisely why the company that bears his name - [Moog Music](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/minimoog-model-d-synth) - is looking to the future without neglecting its roots, by way of the new Etherwave Theremin. This analog theramin is capable of producing the epic, space-age and psychedelic sounds that made generations of its predecessors such an iconic influence in music and film, but Moog has elegantly managed to add a few new amenities that make the instrument well-suited for modern applications. For example, the Etherwave Theremin includes streamlined antenna connections, the ability to mute and preview sounds, and added cable hook-ups, not to mention improved bass performance. It also comes with a microphone stand and a ruggedized case. Available for $899, the Etherwave Theremin is a fabulous example of how minimal yet carefully thought-out changes can help venerable electronic products retain their relevance. Image Credit: Moog ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 1.8/10 - Popularity: 39% | Activity: 3% | Freshness: 11% - Audience gender: 70% men, 30% women - Primary generations: 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 Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Modernized Analog Instruments:** Companies are revitalizing classic instruments with modern amenities like streamlined connections and improved sound quality. - **Retro-futurism Aesthetic:** Bringing back nostalgia with futuristic design is a trend seen in classic instruments like the Etherwave Theremin. - **Musical Gadgets:** Consumers are seeking out new, innovative gadgets like the Etherwave Theremin to enhance their musical abilities and instruments. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Musical Instruments Manufacturing:** Manufacturers can explore modernizations on classic instruments while still preserving their history to cater to vintage and modern consumers alike. - **Electronic Music Production:** The Etherwave Theremin's modernized amenities make it a prime tool for music producers creating modern electronic soundscapes. - **Consumer Electronics Retail:** Retailers can showcase new, innovative musical gadgets like the Etherwave Theremin to appeal to tech-savvy consumers interested in music and creating their own sounds. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Compactly Portable Theremins](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/theremins.md) - [Miniature Modern Portable Synths](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/minimoog.md) - [Quirky Strummable Synths](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/electronic-synth.md) - [Celebratory Colorful Synth Websites](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/minimoog-model-d-synth.md) - [Reimagined Retro Amplifiers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/retro-amplifier.md) - [Thrifty Hardware Synths](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hardware-synth.md) - [Accessible Synthesizer Lines](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/electronic-musical-instrument.md) - [All-In-One Music Systems](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/allinone-music-systems.md) - [Interactive Display-Equipped Synthesizers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/love-hultn-x-lirona-synthboi.md)