About this product
Japan's favourite silly synth: slide for pitch, squeeze for wah.
The Otamatone is a Japanese electronic instrument from Maywa Denki that looks like a musical note and sings when you play it. Touch or slide a finger along the stem to change the pitch and squeeze the cheeks to open its mouth for a vibrato wah. We source it from a US seller, check the colour, stock and price before listing, and buy it for you after you order.
Highlights
- Easy to play: slide along the stem for pitch, squeeze the mouth for vibrato, no music experience needed.
- Three pitch ranges (low, medium, high), so friends can play together in harmony.
- About 27 cm (10.6 in) and about 110 g: light enough for travel, camping or a desk drawer.
- Runs on 3 AAA batteries (not included): switch it on and play, no setup.
- Five colours: White, Black, Unicorn, Purple and Butter.
- Loved in Japan by kids, teens and adults; recommended for ages 6 and up.
How it is played
Hold the Otamatone by the head and put a finger on the stem: pressing sets the note, sliding up and down glides between higher and lower notes, and squeezing the cheeks opens the mouth to bend the tone into the famous wah. A switch sets the pitch range to low, medium or high.
Who it is for
A playful gift for music lovers, anime and meme fans, or anyone who likes odd Japanese gadgets. Kids pick it up quickly, and adults enjoy it for jam sessions and videos. Maywa Denki has sold it worldwide in more than 30 designs.
How ordering works
This is an overseas purchase on demand: after you order, FeelBetter buys the item from the US seller and ships it to you, typically within 7–14 business days. Tracking is sent by email. Once the seller order is placed, it cannot be cancelled except for defects or wrong items.
Specifications
| Brand | Otamatone (Maywa Denki) |
|---|---|
| Model | CB-700910-2 (standard size) |
| Type | Electronic synthesizer instrument |
| Size | About 27 cm (10.6 in) |
| Weight | About 110 g |
| Power | 3 x AAA batteries (not included) |
| Material | Plastic |
| Colours | White, Black, Unicorn, Purple, Butter |
| Recommended age | 6 years and up |
| Ships from | United States |
FAQ
How do you play it?
Touch or slide a finger along the stem to change the pitch and squeeze the cheeks to open the mouth for vibrato. A switch picks a low, medium or high range. Finding the notes takes a few minutes and no music training.
Are batteries included?
No. It runs on 3 AAA batteries, which are not included; have them ready when the parcel arrives.
When will it arrive?
It is bought from the US seller after you order and shipped to you. Delivery usually takes 7–14 business days; we email the tracking number as soon as it ships.
Can I cancel or return it?
Returns and exchanges follow the store refund policy (/policies/refund-policy). Because the item is bought overseas for your order, it cannot be cancelled once the seller order is placed, except for defects or wrong items.
Good to know
- Batteries are not included; you need 3 AAA batteries.
- Unicorn, Purple and Butter are priced slightly higher than White and Black; the option price shows the difference.
