Hatsune Miku's popularity seemingly knows no bounds. After several years as the most recognized virtual idol, she continues to delight fans with all kinds of work. From concerts she performs around the world to merchandise, Miku is someone who never stops. And now, to continue her varied collaborations, she's back, but in a way very few saw coming. The idol has partnered with Elgato, the popular streaming accessory brand, launching a series of products inspired by her that every fan will want to buy.
Two worlds come together in this new collaboration
Through official means, the renowned streaming peripheral brand Elgato announced a new wave of products. But what is surprising is that it will be a special collaboration with the renowned virtual idol Hatsune Miku, with several themed products. These stand out for having Miku's classic turquoise color, in addition to some representative details. The products will be the following: Stream Deck MK.2, Wave DX microphone, Wave XLR audio interface and the Mic Arm LP. These will be presented physically between August 9 and 11 at an event in Japan, and then will be sold online in web stores.
It is still unknown if these will have international shipping or if they will be available for purchase outside the country. The prices of each of the products were also announced. The Stream Deck MK.2 will be priced at 28,800 yen, the Wave DX microphone will cost 19,800 yen, the Wave XLR audio interface will cost 29,800 yen, and the Mic Arm LP will cost 19,800 yen. Additionally, it was confirmed that Hatsune Miku products will come with various extra digital add-ons. These will be exclusive audio tracks, special icons, and animated wallpapers. The products can be viewed on their official website.
Who is Hatsune Miku?
Hatsune Miku is a Japanese virtual singer developed by Crypton Future Media. She was released on August 31, 2007 as a voice bank for Yamaha's Vocaloid software. Her voice was created from recordings of actress Saki Fujita. Depicted as a 16-year-old girl with light blue hair and long pigtails, Miku became an icon of pop and otaku culture. Her repertoire spans thousands of songs created by fans and independent composers, cementing her place as a global musical phenomenon that transcends borders and artistic genres.
Miku uses voice synthesis technology and holographic projections to perform live concerts, participating in collaborations with artists, video games, and international brands. Her name comes from the combination of "Hatsu" (first), "Ne" (sound), and "Miku" (future). Hatsune Miku has starred in events in Japan, the United States, and other countries, and has even appeared in television programs and advertising campaigns. Her image is licensed by Crypton, but her music is largely created by the community, providing a unique example of collaborative art in the digital age.
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