Pick up this great gift idea. Why choose between your inner mad scientist and aspiring musician? You can unleash both with the creative constructive play of this modular synthesizer kit. The color-coded components snap together magnetically creating infinite combinations of sound-bending hardware with no prior knowledge of circuitry programming or soldering required. Build your own instruments and experimental sound set-ups through more than 500000 different circuit combinations as you de-mystify the workings of analog synthesizers behind decades of popular music. The included booklet includes instructions for 10 different sonic projects--like Spooky Sounds Percussion Party and Metal Music--plus all the basics you need to create your own configurations in an exciting mash-up of art science and technology. The synth kit is compatible with components from other kits and add-ons in this series as well as speakers headphones microphones and computers for truly infinite possibilities. Created by engineer interactive artist and MIT grad Ayah Bdeir this kit encourages experimentation while it promotes a working knowledge of electronic music and the circuitry that's all around us. Made in China. Essential Details: Ages 14+ Made from plastic electrical components magnets battery Measurements 12.2" L x 3.9" W x 2.6" H Notes: Care: handle with care and keep dry. Click here to see the Synth Kit manual for instructions and project inspiration. Please note: some projects require additional components.