# Curvilinear Acoustic Amplifiers The Wave Cradle Ditches Electronics for Simple Mechanics By Matt Ho | Published 2011-08-19 | Tech Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wave-cradle References: [the-gadgeteer](http://the-gadgeteer.com/2011/08/04/ride-a-wave-of-sound-with-the-wave-cradle/) & [wavecradle](http://www.wavecradle.com/) While the Wave Cradle does act like a neat little dock for the [iPod](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/minimalist-wireless-speaker), this item actually helps [amplify the sound](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fiio-snowsky-tiny) that comes out of the tiny speakers of an MP3 player. What sets it apart from other items on the market is that it doesn't rely on electronics to turn up the volume. Instead, the [curvy design](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sonique) helps redirect the speakers on the bottom of the device back towards the front. It's guaranteed to fill a small room reaching up to 20 feet away with crisp, clean sounds that would not be achieved if the device was simply laying flat. The Wave Cradle is an interesting concept that does the job of an amplifier without the complexities of wires. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 1.8/10 - Popularity: 22% | Activity: 24% | Freshness: 8% - 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 - **Non-electronic Sound Amplification:** The trend of developing non-electronic means of sound amplification is disrupting the personal audio technology industry. - **Mechanical Sound Engineering:** The trend of emphasizing mechanical engineering over electronics in audio amplification is an innovative opportunity for audio equipment manufacturers. - **Simplistic Audio Devices:** The trend of creating simplistic audio devices like the Wave Cradle that are easy to use without complicated setups or wiring is a disruptive innovation for the personal audio technology industry. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Audio Equipment Manufacturing:** Companies in the audio equipment manufacturing industry must pay attention to the trend towards non-electronic means of sound amplification, as this technology becomes more popular among consumers. - **Personal Audio Technology:** The personal audio technology industry stands to benefit from the innovative opportunity presented by emphasizing mechanical engineering for sound amplification. - **Home Audio Retailers:** Home audio retailers should consider the disruptive innovation opportunity presented by creating easy-to-use, straightforward audio devices like the Wave Cradle. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Exposed Component Audio Amplifiers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ampieq-sound-amplifier.md) - [Induction Smartphone Speaker Docks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wireless-speaker-charging-dock.md) - [Minimalist Instrument-Holding Amplifiers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/breeze-guitar-amp.md) - [Resonance-Powered Portable Speakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/leapsonic-speaker.md) - [Anti-Distraction Speaker Concepts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cravt-speaker.md) - [Sculptural Audio Speakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/loopen.md) - [Customizable Bluetooth Amplifier Accessories](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/whooshi-portable-amplifier.md) - [Emergency Audio Speaker Hubs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/crankspeaker.md) - [Headphone-Friendly Wireless Amplifiers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wireless-guitar-amplifier.md)