- Combine 60s design with modern technology when you use the Pocket Electronic Stylophone
- Features headphone socket for private play
- Audio input--lets you connect an MP3 player or other device
- Choose between classic, synth or bass sounds
- Batteries: 3 x AA (not included)
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Technical Details
Product Specifications
Model NumberSTYLO
Assembly RequiredNo
Batteries Required?Yes
Batteries Included?No
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Product Description
Manufacturer's Description
Iconic gadgets don't come along every day. And even fewer are able to make a comeback 40 years after they were first released. Enter The Stylophone. Back in the 70's this electronic music device was the must have gadget--a breakthrough in musical experimentation. It was even advertised on the TV by Rolf Harris. 40 years after its creation the Stylophone is back, re-released with a few essential improvements for today's user, but still with its ultimate retro-styled looks. Simply put, the Stylophone is an electronic pocket organ that enables the user to create music by tapping and dragging a stylus across a metallic surface; moving the stylus around the metal surface will alter the pitch of the note sounding from the internal speaker. The re-released Styophone now has a headphones output, allowing users to experiment and create music without compromising the sanity of those in the close vicinity. It also has an audio input, which enables the user to connect and play an MP3 player (or other audio device) and jam along with their favourite tracks. Don't be fooled by its simplistic appearance--the Stylophone is not to be underestimated. In fact it's been used by the likes of David Bowie in "Space Oddity" and also made an appearance on Doctor Who. It doesn't get more retro than the Stylophone.
Box Contains
- 1 x Stylophone
- 1 x Mp3 player 2 way cable
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Most Helpful Customer Reviews
102 of 103 people found the following review helpful
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I was just browsing a gadget shop in town earlier and stumbled across this for £15. I thought to myself - this must just be for show, so I asked for a trial. It's awesome! I picked it up straight away
The sound is spot-on. It also features two new sounds (one is like a dirty amplified organ, which is excellent) and vibrato for a very different sound. The unit is capable of very impressive volumes - you will be able to drown out all your inferior friends with this little badboy. (Also includes headphone socket in case you don't want to lose your friends)
External input means you can plug in your MP3 player(/whatever) and jam along to your favourite tunes - the tuning knob on the back is so precise (and has a massive range) so you can really have a blast. And because it sounds so authentic, you could easily use this for recording purposes if the original Stylophone sound is what you are trying to capture
Most of all - experienced or not - this thing is just damn fun to use, and everyone you know will be jealous. Buy it now!
5/5
The sound is spot-on. It also features two new sounds (one is like a dirty amplified organ, which is excellent) and vibrato for a very different sound. The unit is capable of very impressive volumes - you will be able to drown out all your inferior friends with this little badboy. (Also includes headphone socket in case you don't want to lose your friends)
External input means you can plug in your MP3 player(/whatever) and jam along to your favourite tunes - the tuning knob on the back is so precise (and has a massive range) so you can really have a blast. And because it sounds so authentic, you could easily use this for recording purposes if the original Stylophone sound is what you are trying to capture
Most of all - experienced or not - this thing is just damn fun to use, and everyone you know will be jealous. Buy it now!
5/5
15 of 15 people found the following review helpful
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Our Grandson age 6 had excelled in his school work so we decided to buy him a gift to show how proud we were so we bought a Stylophone.I thought they were of the past but no we were delighted to see them on Amazon.We live in the N/east and he lives in Romsey so we don't see him as often as we'd like but according to his dad he loves it.I can't mark the durable section as he has'nt had it long enough to comment,but it is something very different and I'm delighted with the purchase.In future I will check Amazon first for ideas and good value.
9 of 9 people found the following review helpful
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This may be classed as a toy, for which it serves its purpose, but also has a use as a serious musical instrument. I have been playing the piano for about 10 years, which made this very easy to pick up and play with some tunefullness instead of random sliding up and down the keyboard.
It also has the great feature of being tuneable. A litte stick sunk into the back can be turned to raise and lower the pitch, enough to allow tuning to the level of any musical instrument.
If taken a little seriously this can be a great way to introduce keyboarded instruments to childeren and adults alike although the tone is a little hard on the ears when played a huge amounts.
Overall this is certinally a good buy for anyone with a little musical skill or for one who would like to be able to play something.
It also has the great feature of being tuneable. A litte stick sunk into the back can be turned to raise and lower the pitch, enough to allow tuning to the level of any musical instrument.
If taken a little seriously this can be a great way to introduce keyboarded instruments to childeren and adults alike although the tone is a little hard on the ears when played a huge amounts.
Overall this is certinally a good buy for anyone with a little musical skill or for one who would like to be able to play something.
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Most Recent Customer Reviews
Deja Vue
Just as I remembered, lots of easy tunes can be played on this. Good fun. Bought for an eight year old who loves it.
Published 3 months ago by Kriket
Amazing!!!
I'm into making music in my computer and bought this to use during my break at work or whenever I don't have my laptop around. It's a lot of fun. Read more
Published 3 months ago by anton_viv
Nostalgia
This is an extremely fun and addictive gadget for anyone. Batteries aren't included unfortunately, so you'll be needing 4 X AA batteries. Read more
Published 4 months ago by J.G.Clewley
The amazing Stylophone
The Stylophone is more than a toy: it's an inexpensive proper musical instrument, and would be a good buy for anyone - young or old, to learn to play for their own enjoyment or... Read more
Published 4 months ago by Praetorius
Stylophone
My 12 year old son loves it. He plays the piano (practising can be a problem) but he enjoys playing tunes on this.
Published 4 months ago by Paul Rees
Fabaroony
Good product. Friends son loved it. he is very musical and was soon playing all sorts on it. Great fun.
Published 5 months ago by Chris P Baykon
simply amazing!
i wont add uo to what everyone said, i just wish to share a sample song you can learn to play with this great toy once it arrives:
Videste Fideles:
fa fa do fa sol... Read more
Videste Fideles:
fa fa do fa sol... Read more
Published 5 months ago by Stefano Gandolfo
Funny little noise maker
I bought it just for fun and discovered it's actually a nice noise generator :)
Powered by 3 x AA batteries, it has volume control and audio in & out, which means you can play... Read more
Powered by 3 x AA batteries, it has volume control and audio in & out, which means you can play... Read more
Published 6 months ago by lOnDoN bRidGe :p
GREAT
really great. learnt tetris and super mario really quick. its lots of fun and looks and sounds awesome. great christmas present for a kid or an adult
Published 6 months ago by awesomekid
Attracts cats
I was given this by neighbour who I believe may be a witch. I thought it would be great fun to play this at parties, but all it does is attract cats. Read more
Published 6 months ago by WG Sinclair
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