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Slick Rick, BUA, and New Wave collaborate to release a working miniature M90 Boombox

Slick Rick, BUA, and New Wave are collaborating to release two versions of a miniature bluetooth enabled replica of the iconic M90 boombox. The first, the M90 Mini Blaster, comes in at only 11″L, 3″W, and 6″ H, features artwork by BUA, a miniature cassette prop of The Great Adventures of Slick Rick, two 3″ speakers, a built in 20,000 mAH battery, a 3.5mm audio input jack, and more while the M90 Micro Blaster is only 4.373″L, 1.25″W, and 2.375″ H and includes a gold chain to make it wearable, dual micro speakers with 6 watts of power, bluetooth connectivity, and more. You can learn more about both items below:

LOS ANGELES – November 1, 2022 – New Wave is proud to announce its homage to hip-hop history with a limited edition collaboration between its M90 Big Power mini Bluetooth speakers and two trailblazers: the legendary MC Slick Rick and acclaimed urban artist BUA. The iconic M90 boombox is one of the most recognizable portable stereos from the early ’80s, earning the nickname “The King of Boomboxes.” It’s also an important part of early hip-hop and b-boy culture, providing a soundtrack to the streets that defined a movement. The M90 MINI and MICRO Blaster Artists Series BUA & Slick Rick are now available to pre-order on New Wave from now until November 11 at a promotional discount of $149.99 and $49.99, respectively.

This special edition of the M90 Big Power speakers adds additional flair to New Wave’s meticulously engineered Bluetooth speakers, including boombox design and packaging artwork by BUA, striking purple and gold accents, exclusive Slick Rick audio prompts, and more.

M90 MINI Blaster Artist Series BUA & Slick Rick (Pre-Sale Price Until 11/11: $149.99 / MSRP: $199.99):

*Limited Edition of 1,500 units
*Dimensions: Length: 11” x Width: 3” x Height: 6”
*Packaging Design featuring artwork by BUA
*Set of Slick Rick & BUA  Magnetic Speaker Emblems
*The Great Adventures of Slick Rick Mini Cassette Prop
*Bluetooth 5.1 featuring maximum wireless range and performance
*Two 3” speakers deliver 30 watts of Big Power
*Built in 20,000 mAh battery provides up to 40 hours of playtime
*Adjustable Treble, Bass, Balance, and Volume knobs
*AM/FM Radio Tuner with Dual Telescoping Antennas
*Wireless pairing connects two M90 MINI BLASTERS for Super Stereo Immersion
*3.5mm Aux audio input jack
*Speaker Phone Mode
*MP3 Playback via MicroSD and USB-A ports
*USB-A port charges most USB-compatible devices
*USB-C Charge Port
*On-board control panel with: Power, Mode, Play/Pause, Forward, and Previous Track
*Cassette Door with Eject Button and Smooth Action opening
*Rear Storage Compartment

M90 MICRO Blaster Artist Series BUA & Slick Rick (Pre-Sale Price Until 11/11: $49.99 / MSRP: $79.99):

*Limited Edition of 1,500 units
*Dimensions: Length: 4.375” x Width: 1.25” x Height: 2.375”
*Packaging Design featuring artwork by BUA
*40-inch gold-color chain for wearable option
*Dual micro speakers deliver 6 watts of Big Power
*Same 1/6 scale as New Wave’s line of RepliCade mini arcade cabinets
*Bluetooth wireless connectivity
*A rechargeable 850 mAh battery provides up to 20 hours of playtime
*Volume Control Dial
*Articulated handle
*Telescoping prop antennas

Both units are expected to ship later this year. For more information, please visit newwavetoys.com.

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Richard Allen is a freelance writer and contributing editor for various publications. While he enjoys modern gaming, he is a retro gamer at heart, having been raised on a steady diet of Contra, Mario, and Dragon's Lair.  Chat with him via @thricetheartist on Twitter.

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