Product guide

Star Trek: Light-and-Sound Communicator (RP Minis)

Star Trek: Light-and-Sound Communicator (RP Minis) pairs a miniature communicator replica with light and sound and a short illustrated book about communicator history. It is aimed at fans looking for a display piece or costume prop rather than a practical communication device.

At a glance

Mini-size Star Trek communicator replica with light and sound, according to the listing.
The kit description includes a 48-page history of communicators with full-color photos.
The listing positions the communicator as a voice-communication and emergency-signaling device within Starfleet fiction.

Price

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Pros and cons

Pros

Combines a recognizable Star Trek prop replica with an illustrated booklet in one kit.
Compact listed dimensions make it a small display or costume-accessory option.

Technical specifications

9 specifications

Product details
Publisher	RP Minis
Publication date	May 24, 2016
Edition	Box Min to
Language	English
Print length	48 pages
ISBN-10	0762459336
ISBN-13	978-0762459339

Dimensions and installation
Dimensions	3 x 1.88 x 3.88 inches
Weight listed	2.31 pounds

What to know before buying

Listing details to confirm

Customer feedback reports inconsistent operation and mixed reactions to the sound effects. The same feedback flags battery concerns, including reports of dead batteries and units described as exploding, so use and storage merit caution. The listing provides no battery type or operating instructions here.

Who is it for?

A good fit for

Star Trek fans seeking a small communicator-themed collectible.
Cosplay and convention attendees wanting a light-and-sound prop.
Gift buyers who want a replica bundled with a brief illustrated history.

Less suited to

Anyone seeking a dependable real-world communication or emergency signaling device.
Buyers who need a detailed, long-form history or a replica with confirmed battery specifications.

Customer reviews on Amazon

4.5 / 5 · 3,639 ratings

5 stars73%73%
4 stars15%15%
3 stars7%7%
2 stars2%2%
1 star3%3%

Customer feedback highlights the communicator as an enjoyable costume accessory, including for cosplay and Comic Con, and some customers value the sound effects. Experiences with sound and operation are mixed, with reports that the effect selection is limited and operation can be fickle. Battery concerns, including reports of dead batteries and units described as exploding, are especially relevant for a light-and-sound prop. These reports are customer perceptions, not independently established product defects.

Positive themes

Customers appreciate it as a costume accessory, particularly for cosplay and Comic Con, and some find it enjoyable and good value.

Negative themes

Customer feedback raises battery-life concerns, including reports of dead batteries and units described as exploding.

Mixed feedback

Opinions on sound effects and functionality vary. Some report accurate-sounding effects and good operation, while others mention only two sounds and unreliable operation.

Frequently asked questions

What comes with the communicator?

The kit description says it includes a light-and-sound communicator replica and a 48-page book on communicator history with full-color photos.

Is this a working communication device?

No real-world communication capability is established. The listing describes voice communication and emergency signaling as functions of the communicator in Starfleet.

What should I know about how it operates?

Customer feedback is mixed on sound and regular operation, and reports include battery problems. The supplied product details do not specify battery type or operating guidance.