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Tech Will Save Us, Synth Kit | Educational Music STEM Toy, Ages 13 and Up

3.9 out of 5 stars 206 ratings

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  • Build three different synths (Atari punk console, stutter, and dub sirens) and enjoy the unique sound output
  • Learn about pitch, frequency, and volume as you create your own masterpiece
  • No soldering is required with this kit, so you will be able to admire your work quickly
  • The synth kits comes with electronics to create 3 synths and require a 9v battery and a computer or tablet with internet access
  • Recommended for ages 13 and up and requires approximately 1 hour per synth

Product information

Product Dimensions 6.6 x 3.9 x 3.1 inches
Item Weight 4 ounces
ASIN B01186HLCO
Item model number TKIT_0135
Manufacturer recommended age 13 years and up
Batteries 1 9V batteries required.
Best Sellers Rank #655,540 in Toys & Games (See Top 100 in Toys & Games)
#1,752 in Electronic Learning & Education Toys
Customer Reviews
3.9 out of 5 stars 206 ratings

3.9 out of 5 stars
Is Discontinued By Manufacturer No
Release date January 1, 2017
Manufacturer Technology Will Save Us

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Product Description

DIY synth electronic music kit by Technology Will Save Us. Create your own electronic sound with the DIY synth kit. Build three different synths (Atari punk console, stutter, and dub sirens) and enjoy the unique sound output. Learn about pitch, frequency, and volume as you create your own masterpiece. No soldering is required with this kit, so you will be able to admire your work quickly. The synth kits comes with electronics to create 3 synths and require a 9v battery and a computer or tablet with internet access. Recommended for ages 12 and up and requires approximately 1 hour per synth. Materials: Metal, electronics dimensions: 7"l x 5"w x 2"h weight: 1 lbs.

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Safety Information

Not for use by under 3 year olds. Small parts. Choking hazard


From the manufacturer

Fun, hands-on kit teaching kids how to build their own portable synth.

Perfect for kids who are ready to really get into the nitty-gritty of how circuits and electronics work.

One kit, three different synths

Everything you need in a box to build three different types of Synth. Built on a breadboard using three potentiometers and a speaker to create electronic music. Build each Synth in an hour, then start making music.

Encourage creative experimentation

Use the finished synth to start making your electronic music like Kraftwerk. The Synth Kit can be taken apart and re-assembled over and over again to create different synth styles for endless musical experimentation.

Dozens more projects online

Continue experimenting and making with our online projects platform, MAKE. The Make Platform is a digital playground filled with fun and engaging projects, ‘tech recipes’ and challenges that enable kids to get hands on learning whilst having fun.

Everything you need in the box

Snap the components into the breadboard following our easy-to-use digital instructions. Build each synth in under an hour, and learn about electronics along the way.

Perfect introduction to circuits and electronics

Learn what different electronic components do and about how circuits and sound work together. It's a great kit for kids who are ready to get hands-on with electronic components, but who aren't quite ready for soldering yet.

Bethany Koby, Founder and CEO of Tech Will Save Us

Q: Describe your products in 3 words?

A: DIY Electronic Music

Q: How did you come up with the idea for this product?

A: We wanted to create something that you can put together, pull apart, and repeat over and over again. And we also wanted to do something musical - where kids could get creative with sound.

Q: What makes your product special?

A: You can really see how the circuit works because it’s based on a breadboard. There’s a craft element to it as well, because you make your own block.

Q: What has been the best part of your experience?

A: The videos we get sent of kids building and using the kits to make their own music videos.

What's in the box

  • Electrical components, PCB, Battery holder
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    Top reviews from the United States

    • Reviewed in the United States on January 13, 2020
      I got this as a gift for my twelve year old nephew. I barely understood what it was but found this suggested as a toy for kids who love snap circuits and want more of a challenge. You would have thought he unwrapped tickets to Disney World! He screamed and freaked out. Went on about whether it had samples and looked on the packaging which listed a website for samples. I don’t know exactly what it does but he was over the moon :)
      9 people found this helpful
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    • Reviewed in the United States on October 28, 2018
      Put it together perfectly and it didn't work. It was fun to take apart and do again even if we never got it fully working
      One person found this helpful
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    • Reviewed in the United States on January 9, 2019
      I bought this for my grandson to assemble and he loves it! Took a little time to put it together, but it's nice to have a challenge sometimes. I'd recommend.
      4 people found this helpful
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    • Reviewed in the United States on January 2, 2021
      Like many families spending unfathomable amounts of time with their children at home, "kits" have become a quick fix. This kit is aimed at teens, and involves some electronic wiring. A tween could easily complete the kit as well, but may need a bit of help pushing in some of the wires. We did not have and ultimately did not need needle nose pliers, but it would have made things a bit easier with one fussy wire we had.

      Once assembled, my child was well entertained experimenting with the sounds this device made. It's a very small kit physically, so was great for travel. It does require a 9 volt battery which is not included. Some of the bread board labels are very tiny and difficult for me to read. My child had no problem, but it does require good light and an older person may want their "readers" or a magnifying glass.
    • Reviewed in the United States on March 15, 2021
      I bought this as a gift for my Son and a project for both of us to do together. I'm very familiar w/synths and not afraid of DIY so thought this was perfect. After taking the hour to put together didn't work. Opened ticket w/support and they responded asking me to try a different configuration (This is a 3 in one unit) - still didn't work, where they offered to replace or refund. I wanted it replaced and then they went completely silent on me. Have emailed numerous times with zero correspondence after they two initial replies to have me get the unit working. I wasted 3+ hours and just now initiated a refund and return via amazon, so tack on another 1/2 hour for me to drive, drop-off, and return. Total waste of time and a bummer as it we enjoyed everything up until it not working, would have been fun/educational.
    • Reviewed in the United States on August 29, 2016
      This is a fun and simple solderless breadboard kit. My kids followed the instructions for three projects online with ease (they are 10 and 12). The synth kit is a hit! Highly recommend!
      18 people found this helpful
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    • Reviewed in the United States on October 24, 2020
      Spent a lot of time so far looking for a link to the instructions on this site and elsewhere. Considering that there is very little to justify the price it wouldn't break the bank to include a paper copy of the instructions. At the least write down the internet address. I'll give it a little more time for searching and then I'll send it back.
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    • Reviewed in the United States on July 10, 2019
      Works great

    Top reviews from other countries

    • Tanya310
      5.0 out of 5 stars Went down a storm with 15 year old nephew
      Reviewed in the United Kingdom on August 27, 2023
      He really loved this present as I think it really appeals to teenagers who like music but also like technology and science. Fab idea and well priced and pitched to that age group
    • PJM
      5.0 out of 5 stars Great introduction to synth building
      Reviewed in the United Kingdom on September 27, 2020
      A great kit, with everything you need (except a 9V battery) to build three synth circuits, including the legendary Atari Punk. Like all breadboarding projects, manipulating the components is fiddly, but the online instructions are clear. Highly recommended.
    • R. G.
      3.0 out of 5 stars Interesting but quite difficult
      Reviewed in the United Kingdom on February 21, 2018
      It was quite interesting to make although not easy to follow instructions on screen - printed instructions not included. We did manage to create some sounds but it didn't work perfectly and the on/off button didn't seem to work so we have to keep disconnecting the battery.
    • Chilliigloo
      5.0 out of 5 stars Super-quick delivery.
      Reviewed in the United Kingdom on December 21, 2018
      Purchased for my nephew's Christmas present so haven't opened packaging yet. However, I'm really happy with the very prompt delivery and appears as described - 5 Stars

      Looking forward to my nephew opening this on Christmas day.

      Cheers,
    • Paul
      1.0 out of 5 stars No instructions included
      Reviewed in the United Kingdom on February 5, 2023
      There are no instructions included. The website that you need to download the instructions for this kit is no longer active. The kit is useless. Sent back for a refund.