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A Quality 18 Note Music Box Mechanism The cylinder musical movement was invented in 1796, and for the first time, people could listen to mechanically reproduced music in their own homes. Musical movements came long before the invention of the phonograph back in 1877. Fast-forward to the 21st century, and you'll find that the world of musical movements still inspires people of all ages. The 18 note musical movement is the "base" movement from our selection of mechanical music. In order from lowest to highest, the movements we carry are as follows 18, 23, 30, 36, 50, 72 & 144 Note The brands we carry for the 18 note music box mechanism are Reuge/Romance (Swiss), Sankyo, Rhymes, and Yen Sheng. The brand you receive depends on which All Swiss movements are listed accordingly in the above "music selection" drop-down list, noting next to the title. This 18-Note Musical Movement Player Features: Playing time: 17 seconds (full rotation of cylinder) / 2.5 minutes (total) Dimensions: 2"; L x 1.75" W x .75" H Included: Winding Key Wire stopper Screws Optional Compnts Available for Purchase with Our 18-Note Music Box Mechanism: Brass Pin (works in conjunction with wire stopper to start/stop music) Tube Stopper (alternative method to stop music via tilting) Plastic Case (primarily for use in stuffed toys, wire stoppers not included) Additional Winding key Additional Wire stoppers