You probably know the signature PlayStation boot sound. Did you know it's a multi-part chime featuring 'Sony Computer Entertainment' on screen with a white background? The echo-y chimes and colorful logo only play if your console recognizes the disc.
The $28.99 replica ornament plays this iconic sound, reminding me of my first DIY tech fix at age eight when I glued my broken console’s spindle back together.
My gaming sessions were treasured as the second chime sometimes took close to 10 seconds or didn’t play at all. This ornament, with its ridged sides and A/V port, celebrates the pre-DualShock era of a console that changed my relationship with both gaming and tech.
The controller is glued to the disc lid, and upon pressing the power button, a green LED lights up, playing the full chime. While there are minor imperfections, it’s elegant enough for any holiday tree. It’s a fun memento representing a console that I played to pieces, but can now display whenever and wherever.
