New KIDZ BOP Karaoke Gear by Sakar Lets You be the Star

DALLAS, Oct. 2, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- Sakar International and KIDZ BOP, the #1 music brand for kids ages 5-12 in the U.S., are set to debut a new line of KIDZ BOP audio/video youth electronics at Toys R Us across the country this month. Sakar gave a sneak peek of the new products at the annual Toy Industry Association's Fall Toy Preview Oct. 2-4 at the Dallas Market Center/World Trade Center.

Inspired by the best-selling KIDZ BOP music series, featuring today's biggest hits sung by kids for kids, the new licensed KIDZ BOP karaoke gear is perfect for budding young pop stars to sing along to their favorite songs.

Get the party started with these new KIDZ BOP products:

• The KIDZ BOP Karaoke Machine is a portable CD/CD+G and iPod/MP3 plug-and-play compatible player that displays song lyrics onto any TV with the included AUX cable. One microphone is included, but dual mic inputs make it easy to add a second mic and share the fun with a duet. The machine comes with a free KIDZ BOP Karaoke CD, A/C adapter and user manual, all for $69 MSRP.
• The KIDZ BOP Karaoke Microphone & Stand connects directly to any iPod or MP3 player and features built-in flashing light show to accent any live performance. The adjustable stand and microphone come with an AUX cable and user manual for just $29.99 MSRP.
• The KIDZ BOP MP3 Karaoke Microphone connects to any iPod/MP3 player and automatically removes the vocals to any song to let you be the star of the show, complete with built-in sounds of the roaring crowd. Connecting cable is included for just $19.99 MSRP.
• Pump up the volume with the wireless KIDZ BOP MP3 Panel Speaker system featuring a contemporary flat panel design and high-definition sound quality for just $29.99 MSRP.

"Kids of all ages—and even their parents—love KIDZ BOP for its fun, family-friendly approach to today's hottest music," said Sakar President Jeff Saka. "These new karaoke products make it easy and exciting for everyone to get in on the action and be their own pop star."

Perfect for holiday gift giving, the new KIDZ BOP karaoke products go on sale this month at all Toys R Us locations in the U.S. To see the complete lineup of Sakar International licensed products, stop by the Sakar Booth #1201 during the TIA's Fall Toy Preview October 2-4. For more information, visit www.Sakar.com

About Sakar International

Sakar International, Inc. is a leading provider of interactive consumer electronics. Since 1977, the privately held, family-owned company has evolved alongside technology - becoming a global leader in innovative electronics. Sakar is a licensing partner with over forty major entertainment brands and has maintained a diverse portfolio of product offerings, including: digital cameras and video recorders, along with camera, computer, audio, cell phone, and gaming accessories. Sakar acquired the Vivitar brand in 2008 and has since launched a full line of photographic, optic and related accessories.

About KIDZ BOP LLC

KIDZ BOP is the #1 music brand for kids ages 5-12 in the U.S., featuring today's most popular songs, sung by kids for kids. KIDZ BOP celebrates the authentic voice of kids across the entire brand—through music, videos, live appearances, licensed merchandise and its popular social networking and content sharing website, KIDZBOP.com. KIDZ BOP CD titles have earned one Platinum® and nine Gold® certifications since their debut in 2001. KIDZ BOP's last release, KIDZ BOP 22 debuted at #3 on the Billboard Top 200 chart where it spent 4 consecutive weeks in the Billboard Top 10. Check out KIDZ BOP's new weekly radio show, KIDZ BOP Block Party!, a new two-hour weekly radio show on Kids Place Live, every Friday at 6PM EST.

Press Contact:
Molly Antos
SS|PR
847-415-9327
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Amanda Andrews
KIDZ BOP
212-598-2271
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SOURCE Sakar International