Musical taste often plays an important part in the definition and demonstration of a lifestyle affiliation. The way we buy, manage and listen to music has been transformed with the introduction of MP3 technology and the opportunity for online consumption. MP3 players have emerged recently with walkman-type styling and models of use. Without an established archetype, there is huge scope for the designer to play with the idea of a miniature, interconnected music system according to models of lifestyle. Below are some of the outcomes of this project, undertaken by first year students.