Solar Music Box Kit
Turn sunshine into music! Create your very own interactive, generative sound machine — simply turn the knob to wander your way through millions of sonic patterns.
Play opdo just for fun, or get inspired for your own musical creations. A screen-free project — anytime, anywhere 😎 No batteries, USB cables, computers, or phones required!
The box includes everything you need to build your own electronic music-maker, powered completely by the sun with step-by-step instructions to build, learn, and extend your instrument — a creative project for first-time builders and experts alike.
Use the knob to change which notes play, the speed/tempo, and the instrument sound. Change modes between chordal melodic tones and crunchy digital beats.
opdo runs a custom 8-bit, 4-note generative polyphonic synthesizer with a 64-step sequencer. Endless musical fun, learning opportunities, and creative inspiration.
Recommended for ages 9+ (due to small pieces, sharp points, and functional electronic components).
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We believe that building musical instruments is magical.
opdo empowers makers to build their own truly new instruments that can't be found anywhere else. If you want to play opdo, you have to make it first!
All opdo products are designed to scaffold hands-on STEAM learning. We believe that the intersection between music and science is inspiring; opdo is a great way to explore those curiosities and see the world in beautiful and exciting new ways.
