ColorBaby Bontempi 47896 Kids’ Electronic Keyboard, 37 Keys, Microphone

For children aged 3 and up who are ready to explore music, the ColorBaby Bontempi keyboard offers an inviting first instrument with 37 keys and a range of sounds to try.

Some families want a simple way to experiment with melodies, others are looking for playful features that encourage children to make up their own music. This keyboard brings both together, with rhythms, percussion pads, animal voices and recording and playback.

Its compact size of 45 x 16.5 x 6 centimetres makes it easy to set up for a music session at home. The included microphone adds a singing option, so children can combine playing and performing.

Highlights

The 37 keys give children room to try out notes and short melodies, while the “7 notes, 7 colours” method introduces a visual approach to learning. Two songs for following this method are printed on the back of the box, giving young players a practical starting point as they get familiar with the keyboard.

There are 8 sounds, 8 rhythms, 11 pre-recorded pieces, 4 percussion pads and 4 animal voices to explore. Volume and tempo controls let children adjust their playing, while the demo and rhythm selectors offer ready-made ideas when they want a prompt. The included microphone connects through the condenser microphone socket for singing along.

Recording and playback let children listen back to a tune or rhythmic sequence they have created. That makes the keyboard useful not only for trying sounds, but also for turning spontaneous play into a little performance. An automatic shut-off function is included, and no assembly is required.

Best use cases

This keyboard suits early music-making: trying melodies, keeping time with rhythms, adding percussion or singing along. It can also work well for a short creative activity at home, where children can move between preset pieces and sounds of their own. The combination of keys and playful effects makes it a different kind of first instrument from a keyboard focused mainly on practising piano pieces.

For a child who is curious about music but still learning what they enjoy, the range of sounds and animal voices offers plenty to explore without making every session about learning a song. As confidence grows, recording and playback give them a way to hear their own ideas again.

Practical tips

Power the keyboard using the included USB Type-C cable or 3 AA batteries. The batteries are not included. The cable can be connected to a suitable USB power source, such as a power bank, PC or phone charger. Choose the setup that best suits where the child will play, then use the volume and tempo controls to tailor each session.

Start with a demo or one of the printed songs, then let the child try different sounds and rhythms. The microphone, percussion pads and animal voices can add variety when they want to move from playing notes to making a more imaginative performance.

What to clarify

What age is the keyboard recommended for? It is recommended for children aged 3 years and up.

How can it be powered? Use the included USB Type-C cable with a suitable USB power source, or power it with 3 AA batteries, which are not included.

Can children sing as well as play? Yes. The keyboard includes a microphone and has a condenser microphone socket, so children can add singing to their playing.

Buying verdict

For a young child taking their first steps into music, the Bontempi 47896 combines 37 keys with rhythms, sound effects, a microphone and recording features. It is a practical fit for playful music sessions where the aim is to explore, perform and create, rather than focus only on practising melodies.