A red rubber ball with an embossed logo, paired with a wired stylus-like charging plug and small black adapter.

APH Sound Balls: Techno Beat (Red)

by American Printing House for the Blind

$116.65, see price history

Price is what the vendor listed when last checked. Confirm it with the vendor before buying.

Ready to use This is a standalone ball that you charge and use. Nothing needs to be paired, mounted, or programmed, so a parent or teacher can start using it right away. A vision teacher or O&M specialist can suggest activities, but they aren't needed to get started.

What it is

Summary

AI-generated from vendor-published content · October 1, 2026

This rechargeable sound ball gives children who can't rely on sight a ball they can track by ear. It can be used for games, for working on motor skills, and for practicing sound localization, which means finding where a sound is coming from.

Getting it

Try before you buy

Devices like this are often available to borrow through your state's AT Act program — typically free or low-cost — so you can try it before buying or pursuing funding.

Where to get it

American Printing House for the Blind Visit
$116.65

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How to fund this

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Details

Quick Facts Catalog facts · auto-generated
Age range
Complexity
Ready to use
Price
$116.65
Funding
  • AT Act lending
  • Out of pocket
  • School district

What setup looks like

  • Out of the box
    Charge the ball, then start playing or practicing. No pairing, app, or other equipment is needed.

Sources & fine print

Vendor facts (name, price, platforms, vendor link) sourced from American Printing House for the Blind — view on vendor site (opens in a new tab); last checked November 1, 2026.

Classification & description AI-generated from vendor-published content on October 1, 2026 · confidence: medium. Vendor specs may lag; verify before relying on details in a clinical or funding artifact.

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