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A glass ball that sings in plasma

Musical plasma ring

A xenon-filled glass sphere sits inside a coil. Feed it music and the plasma inside dances to it, glowing rings that pulse with the bass. The seller's warnings are extensive: high voltage in the driver, a strong magnetic field, keep pacemakers away. It's lab equipment that plays music. Treat it that way.

$195
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What it actually is

  • Xenon plasma reacts to the audio
  • High voltage driver, real warnings
  • Not a toy, and priced like it
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In stock on 1 of 1 day we have checked since Sep 10.

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BrandModerock
ConditionNew
CategoryWeird lamps and lighting

Listed on Amazon as: Xenon Glass Ball Musical Plasma Ring Exciters, Music Players, Quirky…

Full Amazon listing name

Xenon Glass Ball Musical Plasma Ring Exciters, Music Players, Quirky Gifts, Science Educational (Large Glass Ball)

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