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Acoustic Carpets

Clean the Sky - Positive Eco Trends & Breakthroughs

Manta Speakers Provide Great Sound with Stealthy Design

— August 12, 2009 — Lifestyle
Is it a carpet? Is it a cross-stitched table runner your aunt made when you were born? No to both, but yes if you guessed speakers!

Manta Speakers are the design of Chris Luomanen. To the untrained eye, they look like a soft mat with upturned corners, but this mat packs an acoustic punch. Measurements for the Manta Speakers are 2″ high, 5″ deep and 25″ wide, so they may be incorporated in a variety of spaces.

Just don’t spill your wine on the Manta Speakers, because you will have more problems to deal with than just an awful stain.
Trend Themes
1. Stealthy Sound - The trend of incorporating discreet speakers into everyday objects opens up opportunities for innovative and inconspicuous audio solutions.
2. Versatile Design - The trend of designing speakers to be incorporated into a variety of spaces allows for seamless integration and maximized functionality.
3. Acoustic Innovation - The trend of developing speakers with superior sound quality and performance creates opportunities for immersive audio experiences.
Industry Implications
1. Home Decor - The home decor industry can explore the integration of speakers into furniture, rugs, and other decorative objects to enhance the audio experience while maintaining aesthetics.
2. Hospitality - The hospitality industry can benefit from incorporating discreet speakers into hotel rooms, conference spaces, and common areas to provide high-quality sound without compromising on design.
3. Consumer Electronics - The consumer electronics industry can capitalize on the demand for versatile and innovative audio solutions by developing speakers that can be seamlessly integrated into everyday objects and devices.
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