The Crank It Up Music Ball is a human-powered outdoor musical play structure that brings children together through movement, creativity, and sound. Kids spin the top handle to generate music, sounds, or stories - no batteries or electricity required. Designed for parks, playgrounds, and recreational spaces, this interactive installation encourages cooperation, socialization, and imaginative play. Children can sing, dance, and collaborate as they take turns cranking up the music together.
Built for durability in high-traffic outdoor environments, the Crank It Up Music Ball is an engaging sensory play element that appeals to a wide age range. Its inground mount installation provides a stable, permanent foundation suited for schools, parks, and community playgrounds.
Key Features
Human-Powered Play: Children spin the top handle to generate music, sounds, or stories - no power source needed.
Cooperative Play Design: Encourages children to work together, fostering socialization and teamwork on the playground.
Inground Mount: Permanent installation anchored in the ground for maximum stability in parks, schools, and recreation areas.
Interactive Music & Sound: Produces music, sounds, or stories at the turn of a handle, supporting sensory and creative development.
Weight: 67 lbs: Substantial, durable construction built to withstand heavy outdoor use.
Outdoor-Ready Construction: Engineered for year-round use in public playground settings.
Part Numbers UP115 / UP116: Available in two mount configurations to suit your site requirements.
Inclusive Play: Accessible and engaging for children of varying abilities, promoting active group participation.
Mount Type Options & Which to Choose
Inground Mount (UP116): Designed to be permanently anchored into the ground with concrete footing. Best for parks, schools, and permanent playground installations where stability and longevity are the top priority.
Shipping
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What's Included
Crank It Up Music Ball unit
Inground mount hardware
Why You'll Love It
The Crank It Up Music Ball is a proven crowd-pleaser trusted by parks and recreation departments, schools, and community playgrounds across the country. Its human-powered design means there are no batteries to replace and no electronics to maintain - just durable, engaging play year after year. The inground mount keeps the unit rock-solid even during the most enthusiastic group play sessions. Whether it's background music for a summer afternoon or a focal point for cooperative group activities, this piece consistently draws children back for more. Backed by UltraPlay's reputation for quality outdoor play equipment, it's a smart long-term investment for any playground or recreational space looking to add a musical, sensory dimension to their offerings.
The Music Ball is entirely human-powered. Children spin the top handle, which drives an internal mechanism that generates music, sounds, or stories. No batteries, electricity, or external power source is required, making it low-maintenance and ideal for outdoor use.
What is the difference between the inground mount and freestanding versions?
The inground mount version (UP116) is permanently anchored into the ground using a concrete footing, making it the most stable option for high-traffic public playgrounds and parks. The freestanding version is designed for surfaces where direct anchoring is not possible. For permanent outdoor installations, the inground mount is generally recommended.
What age group is the Crank It Up Music Ball designed for?
The Crank It Up Music Ball is designed to appeal to a wide range of ages on the playground. Its cooperative, interactive design is especially engaging for elementary-school-age children, but it can be enjoyed by younger kids with supervision and older children as well.
Is professional installation required?
Yes, inground installation requires digging a hole, setting the post in concrete, and allowing cure time before use. UltraPlay provides DWG drawing files to assist contractors or facility managers with proper installation. Professional installation is strongly recommended to ensure safety and compliance with playground standards.
Is this product suitable for year-round outdoor use?
Yes. The Crank It Up Music Ball is built for permanent outdoor installation and is designed to withstand varying weather conditions. Its durable construction makes it a reliable long-term addition to any outdoor playground environment.
