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In a fast-paced world, where technological advancements dominate, the music box offers a tangible link to the past. The basic mechanism of a music box, which relies on a simple set of gears and pins, is truly a source of fascination. The mechanical nature of these devices, devoid of digital complexities, offers a refreshing and tactile experience. Turning the key and watching the delicate dance of the internal components creates a sense of wonder and connection with the inner workings of a timeless piece of machinery.

There's a lovely variety of music box styles to choose from and choices you can make when selecting the perfect music box gift. Music boxes are often thought of being a wood or metal box to hold jewelry or watches, but some are whimsical and look like an old-fashioned wooden toy. Music boxes can be gifts for a wedding, for the birth of a child, a birthday, or any holiday.

The tune is important to music boxes, too. They may play one song or up to four songs, and sometimes you can choose the song for your special music box gift. You can even find music boxes with a round disc or one that plays digital music. Would you like to record your own music or your spoken voice to be heard and remembered by your loved ones for generations to come? Today, that's possible with music boxes, too.

Whatever music box you're looking for, you can help the receiver to create or recreate some beautiful memories. So, where should you shop for your next treasured keepsake? There are literally thousands of music boxes to choose from, and dozens of stores that carry them.

Here are some criteria for you to keep in mind as you begin your music box shopping:

• Style. There are music boxes that have a lovely design and just play music. There are boxes with lids that lift to store jewelry, watches, or other trinkets. You can choose a music box and see the tune that has been carefully selected for it, or you can design your own music box, choose from hundreds of tunes, or record your own music or your own voice to be played. You can even DIY your own box with materials sent to you. If you're a collector, there are vintage and rare music boxes to be found, admired, and purchased.
• Price. Music boxes can run anywhere from $25 to $25,000. Just because a music box may carry a lower price doesn't mean it's not well made. There are very well made music boxes in a variety of styles and materials for a lower price point. The highest price points are usually for vintage, rare, or antique reproductions which are quite beautiful.
• Warranty. The return policy can range greatly from company to company. Some have a 365-day money-back guarantee with a lifetime warranty. Others may have a 15-day or even basically no warranty.
• Retailer reputation. There are more music box stores than you might think, and they vary in reputation. You'll want to look at how long they've been in business, quality of product, variety of style, and customer satisfaction.

To help you make your best selection in music boxes, Top Consumer Reviews has reviewed and ranked several music box retailers. We're sure this will help you find that special music box that will bring memories for years or generations to come.