Otamatone Sanrio My Melody Electronic Portable Music Instrument / Synthesizer Toy from Japan (Officially Licensed Hello Kitty and Friends) [English Instructions]

Innovative, unique, and now a popular toy worldwide, the Otamatone has earned high praise from fans and the toy industry alike. Developed by design firm Maywa Denki, this cute, quirky, and fun to play electronic musical toy was first released in Japan in 2009 and has since become the country's best-selling musical toy.

Characterized by its eighth note-shaped body, adorable moving mouth, and silly, buzzing, amusingly off-key "voice," the Otamatone is perfect for lovers of all things cute, silly, and weird. It also makes a great gag gift, and a unique and amusing gift for violinists and other musicians.

Available in various sizes, the Otamatone line includes the Otamatone Deluxe, the largest variety and the one most suited to musicians and others looking to master the instrument, the Original Otamatone, perfect for beginners and those looking for an Otamatone that's a bit smaller, and the Otamatone Melody, a mini, keychain sized Otamatone that plays a variety of pre-recorded melodies.

The Otamatone creates electronic tones that you can control based on the position of your finger on the touch-sensitive fretboard. Use a switch on the back to choose an octave and slide your fingers up and down to play different notes. Open the Otamatone's mouth with a squeeze to change the sound from a hum to an "ahh" and create a "Wah Wah" effect.

This supercute new Hello Kitty and Friends Otamatone features an officially licensed, exclusive My Melody design, making it a must-have for fans of the beloved character. It's a SPECIAL EDITION - one of Japan's Best-Selling Musical toys!

The Otamatone is fun and easy to play. Touch or slide your fingers along the stem to vary the pitch and squeeze the cheeks for vibrato. Play in a low, medium, or high pitch - get together with friends and create a harmony!

Unleash your creativity and explore new musical possibilities by creating your very own sounds! Have fun singing and playing along with family and friends at home or outdoors - the lightweight, portable Otamatone is the perfect instrument to bring camping to accompany your campfire singalongs.

Great for all ages, the Otamatone appeals to kids, teens, and adults alike. Whether you're brand new to musical instruments or an expert musician, the Otamatone offers a fun, silly new way to make music.

Setup is quick and easy - just insert 3 AAA batteries (not included) and you're ready to play. The compact size (Approx. 10.6" / 27cm) makes the Otamatone perfect for travel and music on the move. The package includes the Otamatone, instructions, and a practice sheet to help you learn your first song.

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