Did it really change your voice?

Yes, it had a pitch control slider that slowed down or sped up recording playback to simulate voice changing.

Was it in Home Alone?

Yes, it was originally created as a prop for Home Alone 2 before being manufactured due to high demand.

1990s · toys

The variable-speed cassette recorder used by Kevin McCallister to outsmart adults in Home Alone 2.

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Hi, kids! Get the real Talkboy cassette recorder with voice-changer technology, just like Kevin had in the movie!

The slide-out handle and cool metallic-gray design.
Slowing down your voice to sound like an adult ('Howdy do. This is Peter McCallister, the father.')
Pranking siblings and recording secrets in bedroom operations.

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Did it really change your voice?: Yes, it had a pitch control slider that slowed down or sped up recording playback to simulate voice changing.
Was it in Home Alone?: Yes, it was originally created as a prop for Home Alone 2 before being manufactured due to high demand.