Seven awesome gadgets for karaoke fans

Karaoke is king in the land of the rising sun, and it seems like fun and crazy gadgets are also pretty popular in Japan . Here’s a quick overview of some totally absurd but oh-so-cool gadgets made especially for karaoke fans. Arigatô Japan for your influence on the world of karaoke!

Shower Microphone
Any amateur singer will admit, the shower is where the magic happens. There’s nobody there to judge you and the acoustics are totally in your favor! So all that’s left to complete the experience is a microphone - a waterproof one no less. It’s splash-resistant (but not necessarily to false notes) and the perfect way to practice.

Karaoke Cell Phone Cover and Karaoke Laptop Cover
Show the world your love for karaoke with a customizable phone case or a ‘Keep Calm and Karaoke’ laptop case. Ideal for you Karaoke-ers that are on the go and want to show the world your passion.

The Micro Lamp
Ambiance cozy, intimate and music-minded with this lamp. Perfect for an instant decorative touch or a little midnight moonlight karaoke session, this micro looks good, but runs a pretty penny.

The Mute-Mic
If your entourage isn’t very receptive to your passion for karaoke or not up to capacity for vocals, the mute-mic should make them happy. A little like a suction cup, this gadget lets you sing till your heart desires without making a peep around. You and only you will hear your fabulous renditions via your connected earphones.

The Mic Stand designed just for your iPad and iPhone
The "SingStand" was thought up for you karaoke and Apple addicts. A design created specifically to cradle your iPhone and iPad while you sing along, it’s got the added bonus of a speaker at the bottom to belt out your favorites.

Pitch Perfect
It looks a bit like a baby’s pacifier, but this gadget was specifically designed for those of you hoping to make pitch perfect karaoke. Used in conjunction with a tuning fork, this small contraption, diffuses a small vibration in your mouth that helps you feel the note that you are singing and gage whether it’s the right one or not. Nifty!

Face Slimmer Mouthpiece
Ok this one is for those of you who want to sing some karaoke and look good doing it! Intended to keep a youthful face and elongate your face and accustom your mouth to different shapes and sounds.