Features:

  • Miniature stylus operated synthesizer is a recreation of the 1967 classic
  • Choose from three different retro organ sounds, Optional vibrato effect
  • Tuning knob on bottom allows you tune the Stylophone or do pitch-bend effects
  • Built in speaker with volume control, Optional headphone jack
  • Input for MP3 player mixes your music with the Stylophone and outputs everything through the built-in speaker
Totally worth it

I am so glad I bought this! It is seriously a lot of fun to play. out of the 3 tone options on that front switch, I personally like #2 the best (the middle position) Calling it "pocket size" is a bit of a stretch, but its definitely very portable and fits comfortably in one hand.

Super Fun

This thing is dangerously addictive. A good host of options for sound (3 very different modes, vibrato toggle, pitch knob) with even more if you use Audacity or another audio editing program using the (included!) 3.5mm cable. Plus headphone support. Amazing value. So much fun to recreate songs, make your own, use the Stylophone in conjunction with other instruments, etc.

Useful and Fun

I took a few music classes that required me to compose my own work. I was able to use this synthesizer on the go with my headphones as a tool for composition as well as a speaker for music playback and as a fun toy to mess around with. It has a wide array of sounds, including 3 voices, a tuning key on the back, and a vibrato setting. This is a fun instrument for musicians and non-musicians alike.

as it seems like a cool lil instrument to fool around with

This thing came a day after it shipped. A day. And it arrived on Sunday. I was so blown away. I saw this thing and decided to check it out, as it seems like a cool lil instrument to fool around with, and, as I expected, its just that and more. For the size, it actually produces some really good volume and sound. Now, don't be expectin' to be picking this up and be a pro at it right away if you haven't messed with stuff like this before. This is actually a tiny complex tool. You've got three different sound switches to choose from, all ranging in the same octaves, and a vibrato switch that adds some nice waves to the sound. You play notes with the attached metallic stylus, which connects with the similarly metallic keyboard (As is the case, no you cannot use your fingers on this lil bud,) and you'll quickly find that you gotta be firm with the stylus. You can't just be wishy-washy on notes and just hold the stylus lightly, cause the keys aren't going to be able to read a firm enough connection. Likewise, its going to be very difficult switching notes and especially sliding at first without getting a little disconnecting crackle from leaving the previous note, but soon enough you'll figure out how to easily slide through notes, seamlessly like a pro Now the last neat part of this pal is the tuner on the back. At first, it seems to be in an odd spot, and, again, if you haven't played around with these kinds of things, you're going to be confused, but this dial is more meant for giving a little pitch bend to your note, also allowing for you to go a few notes higher or lower than the established range. If you are planning to jam with some pals and not just play around on your own, dootin' some notes, this dial is gonna be essential to droppin' some style Now, in my experience so far, I've found the best way to play is by holding the device length wise in your hand (so sideways along your hand,) that way you can easily move your thumb and index finger for not only the pitch dial, but the volume wheel and the vibrato switch, and then, to train at this, I pull up basically any artist who does synth stuff, and I start just hitting some background pitches and doin' whatever I want to match with the stuff. It takes training, and its definitely more of a background instrument than one that can take a solo like a champ (at least, thats what my experiences have yielded so far, maybe I'll fine a way) All in all, absolutely love this thing, gonna be messin with it for a good while

A real musician can make magic with this.

So fun for the money. I'll admit this thing sounded medium when I tested it out, but when I gave it to my friend and musician Ben Glaros, I had a new respect for the stylophone. Apparently knowing what you're doing brings a whole new dimension to this nostalgic gem. I'm really hoping he uses it in an upcoming recording. The sound is unique and really cool.

So so cool

This thing is amazing. It's not a synth it's just like a tone generator, a 'buzzer ' but its tuned well and has three tone options. It sounds so cool like an aggressive synth lead, it is so so so fun to play with the stylus, allowing for interesting note changes sliding from one key to another. It's mono so one note at a time, but when you slide ( instead of lift) the stylus between notes you get a note switching effect unique to this instrument. Run this THROUGH a synth and the sky is the limit. I really really like this. If you are thinking about a Korg monotron, well I have two and I like one of them. ( the blue model the black one is pretty bad) I like this a LOT more even with no waveform options. It only makes 'aggressive' sounds though. Love it. Goes VERY loud ,too.

No oddity here, this thing is retro cool.

Ten, nine, eight, seven, six, five, four, three, two, one, review... This is my review of stylophone It's really made quite well And the retro sound will take you back some years Now the stylus chord's a little short, who cares? This is good for playing with your tunes It's sound is plenty loud And won't sound like high end speakers anyway And doesn't cost much for something fun to play For here Am I jamming with my kids and Far beyond my skills Keyboard scratched, it's true It is metal what can you do?

A LOT OF FUN!

I bought this for my 14 year old son and he LOVES it! He has hooked it up to his headphones (thank, heavens) and to his MP3 player. He is using it to learn/play songs from “old school” 8 bit video games. The sound of the stylophone actually sounds like the arcade games I used to play in the 80s. He has only had it for several days, so I can’t comment on its longevity, but, so far, we are definitely getting our money’s worth. Very pleased with this purchase and I would recommend it.

A cute little retro piece of kit!

Absolutely lovely little toy! It's great fun, and fairly simple (though I made a rather stupid error initially in not noticing the volume wheel on the side). It's a very cute little gadget that I was aware of David Bowie using in his music. It has a vibrato option, three different octaves, and a tuner on the back. Other than my difficulty in locating batteries and the volume wheel, it's extremely simple to use! Plus, the ability to jam along with music is fantastic.

Delightful Instrument

This instrument is indeed entertaining and will serve its purpose. The shipping was earlier than I anticipated for which I applaud. The condition and durability however, is quite vulnerable in terms of cosmetics. Upon opening, I discovered that the metal board was already slightly pre-scratched which doesn't bother me as much but the board will accumulate more scratches regardless of how delicately the stylus is used. The Stlophone logo covered by the film will lose its chrome finish upon moist abrasion such as sweat leaving black marks where the letters are. The switch for the three different sounds requires more force to move than the power or vibrato switches. Be careful not to bring electronics such as phones near the Stylophone when it is in operation for it will generate static. The tuning peg at the back is easy to access and offers smooth turning. The MP3 and headphone jacks allow more ease of access and private use as well. Sound is not an issue because the device has an integrated speaker which can reach very loud sounds. The device is also constructed of a durable plastic disregarding the flexible speaker cover but is also prone to scratches. Voice modulation one is also flatter than the other modulations. Some overall modifications I would like to see is the vibrato switch replaced with a button of some sort and the voice option switch to be easier to move. Overall, the purpose of the instrument is well served and at an appealing cost as well. I look forward to doing more business in the future.

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