Does it come with inbuilt sounds and can be played on its own?
904097
No, this does not have any built-in sounds. It is strictly a MIDI controller. You must either have a hardware sound module that responds to MIDI, or you must have a computer and appropriate software (like GarageBand, for example) for this to do anything interesting.
904098
No this is a midi controller. this unit need to be plugged into a computer via usb port used with software. So no it can not be played without software
904099
No. it is only a "trigger" device. The advantage is any pad or knob can be assigned to trigger or control just about ANY note or parameter. Also, it is both usb and midi.
989369
Yes, it does have random play. We have not used it, but the instructions are in the manual. It sounds very easy using the remote.
2234155
No (it has built in speakers) ... but you may want to plug some in for your piece of mind! lol
1837582
It plays continuously and has a nice volume adjustor so you can turn it down low or up loud. I've had different ones over the years and really like this one. The only time it ever goes off on its own is if the power goes off. When the power comes back on, you have to turn it back on again.
1929232
It comes with everything to start playing almost right away. It comes with a version of Ableton live lite.
12203
Yes, it has built in speakers. However the quality of the speakers are poor so if you want quality sound, like for music, you would still want to use external speakers.
1232608
It has many different sounds: womb sound, wind, stream, forest, whales, and distant storm. It will also play lullabies, it has about 5 lullabies that play one after the other. And, it also has a jack that you can plug in your iPod if you want it to play your own music. Totally recommend it!
1863222
No. It comes with pretend CDs and buttons that play music tunes. My daughter still had hours of fun just putting the CDs in and out.
2209853
Yes there is some sound effects you can add as well as adding your own voice. My boys love it. Their lego videos are great!
595243
Yes...each button can be programmed to have its own sound. There are 7 sound effects. I love this thing. No more hanging out by the front door so I don't miss the knock. This particular brand much nicer/sturdier than the others I saw.
1962236
Not true. It comes with strings and is playable as received; although minor setup is suggested. I use mine almost daily for (nearly) silent practice.
1432723
It does have built-in speakers and the sound is great! You can adjust the volume foryour listening preference.
1090454
Yes. Each sound can be set separately and will sound as long as you need/want.
163633
I am pretty sure you can make up your own songs... I had a huge issue with it not playing and turning off.... dummy me! All it needed was new batteries.....
1270885
The sound is very good. As it has so many options - piano, trumpets, glass (!) - volume control etc. and I'm not an audio expert or musician it is a little difficult to answer but I find it very pleasing to listen to both kids playing and the preset music. It does have a good quality sound to it and is NOT tinny or cheesey!
929970
If you wish, you can, it does have a good volume. It also has an adaptive button that plays louder when other sounds compete.
1353347
Yes, it can be played by using your hands. My husband was playing it like that the other day. Have I mentioned how much he's enjoying our son's new drum? :-)