Paper Jamz Instant Rockstar Guitars and Drums have taken the world by storm, becoming instant best-sellers. The product was named “Best New Toy” at the European Toy Fair and they've launched in North America to rave reviews.
Bottom line, kids LOVE them, just ask 'Scene and Heard Mummy', Kelli Daisy, they made her list of Top 12 Toys.
So what is Paper Jamz? In parent speak, they're an affordable and innovative way to play guitars and drums and better yet they provide that instant rock star experience. And it's perfect for kids of all ages that envision the life of that world famous rock star but isn't ready to commit to music lessons and a real guitar or drum set.
So how does Paper Jamz work? Basically it's circuit-embedded paper (hence the name 'paper'), that enables you to play like a pro by simply touching the paper surface. To strum the guitar, kids slide their thumb or fingers up and down over all the strings and pick-ups. To play the drums, kids just tap the cymbals and drums on the keyboard-sized playing surface.
Each instrument had three different modes: 'perfect play', 'freestyle' and 'rhythm mode'.
‘Perfect Play’ where you can play any one of 3 integrated licence songs by simply strumming the electric guitar
‘Rhythm Play’ where you use your skill to strum in time with one of the 3 same integrated rock tunes
‘Freestyle Play’ where you can use the majors, minors and sevenths to create your own amazing hits
Each instrument is made in a thin design and are fully portable (they don’t require a TV or computer hookup). The mute bar and neck slide are functional and can be used for that real rock star effect.
And yes parents there is volume control. The volume is adjustable and can be enhanced by the Paper Jamz Amp (sold seperately), plus there's an option to mute the sound completely when plugged in to headphones. Additional accessories include guitar straps with more to come as the line develops.
Each Paper Jamz Guitar and corresponding Drum set comes pre-loaded with three classic hit songs. There are six different guitars and drums design styles so kids can choose their favourite style.
And the price points? I must say I was surpised at how affordable they are. So not budget breaking aspect is perfect if your child's dream of rock stardom are fleeting and the dreams of a rockstar phase comes to a grinding hault five months later.
So will kids really like this as a gift? Don't take this 37 year olds inner rock's word for it - here a review from real life authentic kids (Teen Beat review) *reflects US pricing
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