Bumblebee
This playful outdoor musical bee features five aluminium bells tuned to a C major pentatonic scale from C5 to A5 for bright, harmonious melodies with no wrong notes. Yellow and black striped HPL body with transparent acrylic wings etched with vein patterns creates a lively, nature-inspired look that draws tamariki in. Players strike the bells to produce lively, buzzing sounds. Fully accessible design suits diverse users in playgrounds, parks, schools, and sensory gardens. Durable materials withstand New Zealand weather, sparking creativity, nature talks, and joyful waiata for tamariki and whānau.
$3,015
This engaging bee-shaped instrument uses five yellow and black aluminium bells tuned pentatonically from C5 to A5, delivering clear, bright tones that blend perfectly every time. Players simply strike the bells to explore melodies freely, creating lively sounds that evoke a gentle buzz and encourage spontaneous music-making without any dissonance or skill needed.
The high-pressure laminate body in classic yellow and black stripes pairs with transparent acrylic wings featuring etched vein details, mimicking a real bee while adding visual and sensory appeal. The fun, thematic design attracts young tamariki, inspires curiosity about insects and nature, and turns play into an educational moment in outdoor settings.
Sound levels measure 47 dB at 50 metres, 65 dB at 10 metres, and 71 dB close by, carrying cheerful music gently across spaces without overwhelming volume. Robust construction resists vandalism and endures New Zealand’s variable outdoor conditions year after year. Installation options include ground fix, surface mount, or wall retrofit to suit playgrounds, council parks, school grounds, or sensory areas. It adds multi-sensory value to landscape projects by combining striking visuals with hands-on musical play that brings tamariki, whānau, and community together.
(Ground Fix)
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