Combining elements of a piano, a music box and a xylophone, this musical model is a simpler version of a pianola. It can be played in two ways: By using the keys to play on the metal plates, producing musical notes in the one octave range from C to C, or by pre-programming the keys to play music.
In addition, you can also "pre-program" the instrument by composing a melody on the pianola drum and then playing it by turning the dial.
When you get your hands on the Celesta Mecanica and start to assemble it, you will notice that in the instructions for programming the pegs, the song "Carol of the Bells" has been used as an example, and it is not just because Christmas is approaching.
In fact, on 5 October next, it will be 100 years since the song "Shchedryk" by Ukrainian composer Mykola Leontovych was first performed at Carnegie Hall.
The song is now known all over the world as "Carol of the Bells", and playing it on the Ugears mechanical celesta sounds great. That is why this demo was released this year and why it is so special.
Both experienced modellers and beginners all over the world enjoy the excellent Ugears collection of mechanical 3D puzzles, DIY models, robots, wooden jigsaw puzzles and models to assemble from the STEM-Lab series. And if a part breaks during assembly, simply email their excellent Customer Service team at
[email protected]. As part of their total commitment to customer service we will send you replacements at no extra charge.
UGEARS creates attractive and imaginative mechanical models, made of wood, that move on their own and can be assembled without the use of glue.
Their designs are inspired by real mechanisms and show their love of art and ingenuity. At UGEARS they think that building these beautiful models should also be fun, and they dedicate their best engineering know-how.
The meticulous testing and quality control of their products has a single goal: to ensure that their models provide a captivating and rewarding experience for the whole family.