# Brass Horn Amplifiers The Classic Styling of this Trumpstand iPhone Dock is Awe-inspiring By Susan Keefe | Published 2011-09-19 | Tech Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/trumpstand-iphone-dock References: [chipchick](http://www.chipchick.com/2011/09/trumstand.html) & [firebox](http://www.firebox.com/product/4581/Trumstand?currency_conversion=1) Get a taste of the good ol’ days with the Trumpstand [iPhone](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/magsafe-iphone-stand) dock. If you’re a lover of all things retro this dock’s for you. Weighing in at a hefty 4.3kg, this dock sports a hand-crafted curvaceous brass horn plated with your choice of nickel or gold powder. The base was created using a machined block of aluminum, and, to give it that authentic gramophone feel, the classic technology the dock hints at is fully operational. Yes, any sound produced by this gorgeous iPhone dock is amplified through the naturally occurring resonance created by the horn’s ingenious shape. There are no added speakers of amplifiers, just the familiar muddy tones of a bygone era. Now, before all you vintage junkies run off to track this refined piece of machinery down, be forewarned. This dazzling piece of gadgetry is a whopping $2355. Sadly, quality does cost a pretty penny and this piece is just so cool it might be worth emptying your fashionable money clip for the Trumpstand iPhone dock. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.3/10 - Popularity: 23% | Activity: 38% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 70% men, 30% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Tech](https://www.trendhunter.com/tech) > [Gadgets](https://www.trendhunter.com/gadgets) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Retro-inspired Technology:** Opportunities for disruptive innovation lie in creating modern products with a vintage aesthetic. - **Resonance-based Audio Amplification:** Exploring ways to enhance sound using natural resonance can lead to disruptive advancements in audio technology. - **Luxury Tech Accessories:** There is a market for high-end, luxurious tech accessories that cater to individuals looking for unique and stylish products. ### Where This Applies - **Consumer Electronics:** Innovative companies within the consumer electronics industry can capitalize on the demand for retro-inspired technology. - **Audio Equipment:** The audio equipment industry can explore new methods of sound amplification that rely on natural resonance rather than traditional speakers and amplifiers. - **Luxury Goods:** The luxury goods industry can tap into the market of consumers who seek high-end, fashion-forward tech accessories. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [High-End Design Smartphone Docks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/magsafe-iphone-stand.md) - [Posh Power-Free Smartphone Speakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/amplifying-speaker.md) - [Freestanding Smartphone Dock Speakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/jteman-phone-stand-and-speaker.md) - [Future-Proof Luxurious Portable Speakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/beosound-a5-portable-speaker.md) - [Extravagant Home Speakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/xcs15k-center-channel-loudspeaker.md) - [Historical Landmark-Inspired Speakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/historical-landmarkinspired-speaker.md) - [Modernized Minimalist Gramophones](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fennessy-donut-i5.md) - [Transparent Gramophone-Like Speakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mini-speaker-concept.md) - [Transparent Loudspeaker Systems](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/loudspeaker-system.md)