Music Boxes

• Can you add a stopper to my music box order?

  If you are building your own music box, we can add a few different types of stoppers for you: Regular stopper - stops the mechanism from playing when is pressed (for example, pressed by the closed lid) Gravity stopper - works by stopping the mechanism when you tilt the music box (for example, ro...

• Can you add stopper and/or other music box parts?

  Upon request we can send you additional music box mechanism parts including stoppers, hinges, screws. The 2 main stoppers we use: Cylinder stopper with spring inside. Usually used in music boxes with lids. Stopper is engaged when the lid is closed therefore blocking mechanism's propeller from sp...

• Can you engrave photo?

  Generally we don't advise engraving photos. Only high quality photos engraved on large surface would look recognizable. Below is an example of photo engraving on wood on 60x60mm surface:

• How does a mechanical music box work?

  Mechanical music box works by emitting sound from the comb which is flicked by the rolling drum.In order for the music box to play, you need to wind it up with the key.

• What are the music box limitations?

  • The 18-Note windup type mechanism can accommodate 14 - 24 seconds of melody only. It varies depending on the amount and type of notes used in the song. • 18 prongs or 18 musical notes are available to play during the course of a melody. But it doesn't mean that it just plays 18 notes and then ...

• What is a Stopper in music box?

  A stopper is a mechanical part which allows the music box to stop playing once it is closed. Some people prefer music boxes without stopper (the ones that still play while the lid is closed)