Friendly Songs Sound Module - 2 Hour Voice Box for Stuffed Animals with Playback Voice Box for Teddy Bear Stuffed Animals Gifts

My mother-in-law (94) is in declining health in an extended care facility, unable to see, and with limited dexterity in her hands. A former musician, music is very important to her. We looked into several music players, and purchased one which was of good quality and functions, but there is no way to position it in her room where she could access it. Then we found this player and it's perfect! We're able to load it with about 25 - 30 pieces at a time; she can place it on her bed tray or hold it easily in her lap, and she is able to operate it to play (1 push), pause (1 push), and skip tracks (2 pushes). We've put a mixture of music and Biblical Psalms and passages on it, which she has found to be most comforting.The included manual was excellent -- very clear, and with sufficent technical guidance to get the user to have successful results, and Customer support has been awesome! They were able to answer any questions, and their response (email exchanges) was almost immediate and very clear.For the benefit of others, I'll share my experiences with using it in the event others may find it helpful.While the basic set-up and use are fairly straight-forward, it will be easier for someone who is somewhat familiar with a computer, mp3 files, and file copying via a USB cable. Those who are less familiar will have more of a challenge/learning curve, but depending on how it is going to be used, they may not need to become too technically involved. In any case, the Customer support is excellent, and less experienced users may find they get a free tutorial and enhance their technical skills and knowledge! In any case, it is NOT simply a voice/sound "recorder" as some have thought; it is more of a "player" which has to be loaded with files before using.For its size and price, the sound quality is EXCELLENT! The playback capabilities are ingenious -- especially for our needs: 1 button push = play, 1 push while playing = pause; push again to resume at same place (if pressed within 2 minutes); 2 pushes = skip to next track; 3 pushes = skip to previous track; 4 pushes = start at beginning. She is able to manage the play, pause and skip, and is able to enjoy nearly 2 hours of music and other spoken files -- Bible verses, poems, short stories, etc.It should be noted that some diligence is needed when preparing the files. The two volume levels (low, high) are somewhat of a trade-off. On the one hand, it would be nice to have an infinitely-adjustable volume level. However, given our situation, there are the possibilities that either the volume could be turned too low and she would think it's not working, or she might turn it too high and cause a disturbance with others in the room. The trade-off is that I can adjust the level of the mp3 files so that it is suitable without any need for volume adjustment, which eliminates the need for a volume control (less is better -- at least for us).Which brings me to an important point -- preparing the mp3 files -- two important considerations. It's important to: 1) set the volume level of the file, and 2) set the bit density of the file, which affects both the quality and file size. I noted that some reviews mentioned that it only held 5 songs -- this likely was due to the file size of the mp3 files. The greater the bit density of the file (for better sound quality), the larger the file is. Again, there is a trade-off. Though the sound quality is very good, this is not audiophile equipment. For voice recording the density need not be very high; for music -- depending somewhat on the type of music -- the quality can be low to medium and will come through satisfactorily.In order to tailor mp3 files (volume level, density) the User manual recommends Cloud Convert -- a free online sound editor which requires an account and online access. I suppose it may work to set volume levels, trim unwanted sections, and save at a suitable density (i.e. 128 kbps bit rate). However I'm more familiar with Audacity (also free) which also allows me to set volume levels, trim unwanted sections, and save at a suitable density offline with no account required. Using Audacity I'm able open audio files, remove any unwanted parts (such as applause at the end), set the volume level (select all, then select Effect / Amplify -- it takes a bit of experimenting to find the right level), and export as an mp3 file at whatever bit rate I want. Exporting at 128 kbps (K = 1,000, bps = bits per second) will require about 900 K bits of storage per 1 minute of audio. One other use of Audacity is the ability to record things from the internet -- like speeches, portions of audio Bibles, etc. and save them as mp3 files.Overall we are EXTREMELY PLEASED with the quality and capabilites of this sound module, and are very grateful for the joy it has brought to our family member. I will be purchasing at least one more, and I'm looking forward to loading it with some seasonal music and stories for the upcoming holidays.

This little music player is great for little kids to listen to their own songs. Easy to load mp3s on it using the included cord and my computer via file transfer. Easy for preschoolers to learn how to turn on and press the big button to switch songs. I have a few I use with my preschoolers. I switch out audiobooks and songs that go with our themes or letters. I use packing tape to cover the battery compartment so it doesn't open because it doesn't screw on. Only thing I wish it had was a headphone jack, but I do like that it has a speaker so that they can easily listen with a friend and the volume choices are not too loud.

I used this to record music to put inside a stuffed bear for my granddaughter, it was very easy to upload, sound is pretty good, 2 levels loud or quite, works a treat.

From the onset of my ambitious venture into the world of art installations, I knew that every component I used would be crucial for my work’s overall impact. The Friendly Songs Sound Module Mini Voice Recorder has been a fundamental part of bringing my vision to life. The product itself is of excellent quality and seamlessly aligns with my creative intent.Beyond the product, it was the sellers that truly elevated my experience. At a time when I faced technical challenges, their swift and genuine response was remarkable. The simple act of picking up my call, patiently troubleshooting the issues with me, and even offering a replacement spoke volumes about their commitment to customer satisfaction. Their willingness to go the extra mile by reformatting the file for me ensured my project stayed on track.I cannot express my gratitude enough. As a fledgling artist presenting my very first art installation, it’s more than just the product that matters—it’s the people behind it. The dedication, care, and exemplary customer service from this team have ensured that my art piece has the soulful voice it deserves.Thank you from the core of my artistic heart! I wholeheartedly recommend this seller and their product to any creative professional or hobbyist alike. Your passion will surely be met with their unparalleled support.

I read the directions up and down and sideways and I could not find anywhere that told me anything about the “voice record” feature. This is the only reason I purchased the device.It’s very confusing and I’m usually perfectly fine figuring things like this out.Overall, it’s not an easy “push and record” type of device. Maybe mine is defective? I don’t know.It was a Birthday gift for my 7 year old. One of only 3 small things she asked for. And she was very disappointed when it didn’t do what it was supposed to do. So was I.