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Hi-Tech Instrument Gadgets

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The Japanese Wrist-Mounted Finger Piano is a Handful of Musical Fun

— March 8, 2012 — Unique
Pianos can be both expensive and space-consuming, but the Japanese Wrist-Mounted Finger Piano offers an intriguing alternative that addresses both of those concerns. It is a hi-tech accessory that allows aspiring pianists to practice wherever and whenever they want. The gadget slips onto the wrist and fingers of the player for a virtual musical experience.

Developed by Think Geek, the Japanese Wrist-Mounted Finger Piano plays a note when the wearer presses his or her fingers onto a hard surface. Capable of playing one full octave range, it also has three volume levels and three sound banks, which include the traditional piano sound, chiming bells and quirky cat meows. It operates on batteries.

The Japanese Wrist-Mounted Finger Piano is a handful of musical fun.
Trend Themes
1. Wearable Instrument Accessories - The development of wearable musical instruments can allow aspiring musicians to practice wherever and whenever they want.
2. Virtual Musical Experience - The creation of virtual instruments for musical performance can increase accessibility and affordability for aspiring musicians.
3. Innovative Music Gadgets - The emergence of innovative music gadgets that offer convenience and portability to musicians can create a new market in the music industry.
Industry Implications
1. Music Technology - The music technology industry could take advantage of this trend by developing more wearable and virtual musical instruments and devices.
2. Consumer Electronics - Consumer electronics companies can create wearable musical devices for a new market of aspiring musicians and music enthusiasts.
3. Toy Industry - The toy industry could develop innovative musical education toys for kids and beginners, inspiring interest and enthusiasm for playing musical instruments.
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