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It might sound weird to people who’ve never heard it live, but rain sounds can add something very special to a tune. I first saw this instrument (called a rainstick) used by a band that plays medieval melodies and it’s fascinating.

A real rainstick made of wood could be difficult to obtain however, but this Rain Maker is easily available. It uses metal balls instead of sand, but it gets the same sound of pouring rain. Beside the obvious musical use, this can be very helpful to help you unwind (rain sounds calm me), keep a child busy (”Rain inside a stick? Whoooa”) or even get him or her to sleep.

This is more of a musical instrument than a toy, but I bet parents would be thrilled if they manage to convince a kid that a rain making stick is better than a loud whistle…

How much under $29.99?
Some: $17.45 on OtherlandToys.co.uk.

Via Coolest Gadgets