# Scorpion-Shaped Guitars 10 Artistic Axes By lourdes sanchez bayas | Published 2008-10-12 | Unique Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/unorthodox-guitar-designs-ii-from-a-rifle-to-a-coffin-guitar References: [humoric.net](http://www.humoric.net/2008/09/12/the-60-most-bizarre-and-crazy-guitars/) If you are bored with your regular, standard-looking guitar, you may enjoy this array of [bizarre and unusual instruments](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/shark-guitars) assembled by Humoric.com as part of its collection of [unorthodox guitars](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gibson-and-marc-jacobs). The diverse group of guitars range from a [rifle guitar](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/voltage-davinci) called a escopetarra (a combination of the words escopeta and guitarra--the Spanish words for 'rifle' and 'guitar,' respectively) to a foot guitar and a guitar patterned in the form of a coffin. There are also guitars with reptile motifs, racecars, nude women and just about everything under the sun. Who knew guitars could be so very bizarre? ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.7/10 - Popularity: 59% | Activity: 15% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 30% men, 70% women - Primary generations: Millennial - Top markets: North America, Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Unique](https://www.trendhunter.com/unique) > [Bizarre](https://www.trendhunter.com/bizarre) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Unusual Musical Instruments:** The creation and manufacturing of unique instruments that create new sounds and expand the traditional role of musical instruments. - **Artistic Guitars:** The use of unique materials and designs to add visual appeal and create a more personalized experience for musicians. - **Crossover Instruments:** The combination of two or more musical instruments or genres to create a new sound and attract a wider audience. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Music Industry:** Exploring new methods of producing and marketing musical instruments and accessories. - **Artistic Design Industry:** Creating unique and eye-catching designs for musical instruments to cater to the preferences of different musicians. - **Entertainment Industry:** Using unusual and innovative musical instruments and sounds to add value to live performances and recordings. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Guitar-Shaped Cutting Scissors](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nikken-cutlery.md) - [Boldly Bizarre Budget Guitars](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/budget-guitar.md) - [Recycled Guitar Prototypes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cardboard-guitar-1.md) - [Futuristic Abstract Musical Instruments](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/zeta-electric-guitar.md) - [Highly Collectible Vintage Guitars](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/highly-collectible-vintage-guitars.md) - [Nightclub-Derived Wood Guitars](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wood-guitar.md) - [Electronic String Instruments](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/harmoni.md) - [Acoustic Guitar Bows](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pickaso-guitar-bow.md) - [Modular High-End Guitars](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/shark-guitars.md)