While traveling home from our 2013 family trip to Macau and Hong Kong, I stopped by the souvenir shop at the Mactan Cebu International Airport and spotted this blue-green bamboo creation with the name loudbasstard carved on its side.

Founded in Cebu on that very same year, loudbasstard is an eco-friendly natural music amplifier cut and carved out of bamboo by Filipino craftsmen dedicated to their work. It’s natural because you don’t need additional cables or electricity to enjoy your music. Just insert your mobile phone into the slot and music fills the room.

Unfortunately, the amplifier I purchased four years ago can’t accommodate bigger phones like the iPhone 6. Its design, however, gives it longevity compared to cheap plastic amplifiers sold elsewhere. It now serves as timeless decor for my bedroom. ❤️

Resources:

1. Read about the loudbasstard story
2. Customize your own loudbasstard
3. Follow the brand on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram