Many of these instruments are standard instruments or collections of instruments attached to a large brightly coloured wooden stand, which seems to limit the use that some users would be able to achieve from the products (see images below).
These 'sound stations' are widely available from specialist music therapy suppliers along with a wider range of instruments mounted on specially made 'stations'. However, considering the intended purpose for these 'stations' they seem to offer limited effect and usability, as the range of instruments cramped into the relatively small space is likely to confuse and irritate the user ( who is likely to already be prone to sudden outbursts following minor agitation).
Alongside these problems of access and usability these 'stations' look rather childish, which whilst it is suitable for the younger range of of potential users (Such as children with ASD) it is possible that older people which may be going through music therapy (Such as patients with Dementia etc) may find this frustrating and almost embarrassing that they are essentially playing with a toy.
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