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Come one, come all and feast your eyes on a pinball marvel that’s sure to amaze and delight players and fans of all ages as we introduce to you the “Eighth Wonder” topper for Stern’s King Kong!
Featuring iconic imagery and artwork that matches the game and a dynamic, interactive lighting experience that illuminates the city skyline as well as your gameroom. Rip those spinners and see an interactive spotlight light up Kong on top of the Empire State Building casting a cool strobing shadow effect onto your gameroom’s wall!
The main attraction is undoubtedly the sculpted billboard structure that features an embedded 10-inch digital display and comes preloaded with 6 animated recreations of iconic King Kong movies posters. Owners will also have the ability to fully customize the display by adding any video footage they want to the included SD card making their topper a truly one-of-a-kind showcase!
For LE owners an additional upgrade package ($+50) is available that includes adding a mirror finish to key elements of the topper to match the game’s mirrored translight, and a custom billboard plaque that features the game’s LE number.
All toppers will feature the easiest installation process we’ve built to-date and can be installed in 3 easy steps using the game’s existing mount screws and power supply!
Other topper features include:
448 LEDs powered by the machine, designed to illuminate the city skyline and train, creating a complementary blue glow from the city and cool ambient light horizon behind your game
Backlit Empire State Building featuring King Kong artwork matching the game, and capturing Kong saving Ann while fighting off the biplanes
Interactive spotlight tied to the game's spinners, casting a flashing strobe on King Kong when hit, as well as creating an ominous King Kong shadow on the wall behind the pinball machine. Also creates the same awesome lighting effect at the start of Kong Multiball and other modes.
Sculpted billboard structure supporting a 10” digital LED display, simulating a scene out of downtown New York City in the original 1933 King Kong Classic, where Kong first destroyed the train tracks, grabbed Ann, and began his pursuit up the Empire State Building.
The digital display features animated recreations of 6 classic King Kong Movie posters, ranging from 1933 to 2015, playing on a looping cycling.
Leveraging the included SD card (2GB), add your own full motion videos from classic King Kong movies to bring the magic of the silver screen to life on top of your game. Videos can be created by you, or found on a dedicated Pinside thread where community members can share their creations. Instructions for adding video here. You can also see more of the custom video capabilities in action in the topper review from Retro Ralph here.
Original artwork by Maria Keller, designed to complement the colors and visuals from the pinball machine.
Add the LE package to include a mirror finish on King Kong, the train, and to have your LE# displayed on the billboard plaque. We’ll collect your LE# when we reach out for final payment. For more photos of the LE upgrade differences, see here.
Install in 3 easy steps - secure it to the top of your game using the existing mount screws, plug in the power into the backbox of the game, connect the splitter to a lightboard underneath the playfield.
Full installation guide included, available here. Estimated 20 minute install.
Powered by the machine (no external power hookups necessary, and no external wires behind your machine) and turns on when your machine turns on.
23.5” Wide, 6.5” deep, 10.5” high (595 mm x 165 mm x 265 mm)
7.25 lbs (115 ounces)
Made in the USA
DEPOSIT ONLY VERSION
Your $100 deposit secures your order. Final payment will be due when your topper is within 10 business days of shipping. All sales are final and deposits are non-refundable but may be applied to a future purchase.
FAQ
I was on the waitlist, how does that work? If you were on the waitlist prior to the launch on Tuesday, August 26th (when deposits opened) then your shipping priority is based on our original waitlist number. All waitlist holders will have priority shipping (+ special gift shown here) based on your original waitlist spot, as long as you order within 3 days from launch (by Friday at 11:59p ET). For orders after that we’ll still do our best to honor your waitlist spot as orders roll in. Your free gift will be automatically included with your order. NO NOT add on the optional Add on option.
Can I add my own video? Yes, you can add your own video with the included SD. The video file can be many hours long (if you like). The file needs to be in AVI format and set to a certain size, which is easy to do with the free VLC (Windows and Mac) software. More information on how to do this is available here.
What is the difference between the Standard and LE version of the topper? We answer this question with more detail and photos here.
SHIPPING
Shipping is a flat fee of $30 for US orders, $50 for Canada and $80-$100 for international orders, depending on location. Continue to checkout for exact shipping charges based on your shipping address.
This product is carefully packaged in an outer and inner box. If your unit is damaged during shipping we will work with you to replace any broken parts, to be installed by the customer.
LEGAL NOTICE
This item and The Electric Playground LLC are in no way affiliated or associated with, nor endorsed or sponsored by, Stern Pinball, Inc. or Warner Brothers
SAFETY WARNING AND LIABILITY WAIVER
Modifying a pinball machine is an inherently dangerous activity. Failure to understand and carefully follow the installation instructions, and to take proper safety precautions, could result in damage to the pinball machine or topper, and may result in property damage, serious injury, or death. Pinball machines and toppers include electric components which, if not properly installed and connected, may cause fires or other hazards. Installation should be performed only by an experienced and qualified installer. If you choose to install the topper yourself, you accept and assume these, and all other risks, associated therewith. You agree that the Electric Playground LLC and its officers, directors, stakeholders, employees, contractors, agents, and representatives (“Released Parties”) shall not be liable for any loss, including but not limited to property damage, personal injury, or death arising out of or related directly or indirectly to the installation and use of the product, even if such claims were the result of any of the Released Parties’ negligent acts or omissions. The aggregate liability of the Released Parties for any claim related directly or indirectly to the topper shall not exceed the total purchase price you paid for it. In no event shall any of the Released Parties be liable for special, punitive, exemplary or consequential damages arising directly or indirectly out of or in connection with the topper.
