{"product_id":"oovo-vocal-straw-necklace-gold","title":"OOVO Vocal Straw Necklace — 18k Gold Vermeil","description":"\u003cp style=\"font-size: 1.1875rem; line-height: 1.5; margin-bottom: 8px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA wearable 18k gold-vermeil vocal straw.\u003c\/strong\u003e Same precision 3mm SOVT resistance as the Silver Necklace, finished in 5x-thick \u003cstrong\u003e18k gold\u003c\/strong\u003e over a solid 925 sterling silver core.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size: 1rem; line-height: 1.5; margin-bottom: 12px; color: #555;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e18k vermeil. Warm tone. Dress-up ready.\u003c\/strong\u003e Worn on stage, on red carpets, and in the studio.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size: 1rem; margin-bottom: 24px; color: #555;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e$159\u003c\/strong\u003e · Includes OOVO Care Kit · ★★★★★ \u003cstrong\u003e4.6 \/ 5\u003c\/strong\u003e · 75+ reviews · Free US shipping\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003e18k Gold Vermeil OOVO Vocal Straw Necklace\u003c\/strong\u003e is a wearable vocal straw that helps singers and speakers practice anywhere. It helps you take better care of your voice with semi-occluded vocal tract exercises, also known as straw phonation. Coaches and pros recommend these vocal straw exercises to fix vocal strain, eliminate breaks, and develop a more powerful voice. The OOVO Straw is also a convenient and portable vocal mute, helping you practice anywhere quietly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOOVO Care Kit included.\u003c\/strong\u003e See details below.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe OOVO Vocal Straw Necklace is the patented wearable vocal straw that helps singers and speakers practice anywhere, and look great doing it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt's the top voice tool recommended by world-leading voice coaches, ENT doctors, and speech language pathologists. OOVO users include Emmy, Grammy, Oscar, and Tony winners; multi-platinum recording artists; and probably your favorite local voice teacher. It's the premium everyday vocal tool for singers and serious voice users.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003e18k Gold Vermeil OOVO Vocal Straw Necklace\u003c\/strong\u003e is the original solid 925 sterling silver OOVO Straw at its core, with a 100-microinch outer layer of solid \u003cstrong\u003e18k gold\u003c\/strong\u003e. Our gold vermeil is \u003cstrong\u003e5x thicker than traditional gold plating, in premium 18k gold\u003c\/strong\u003e, ensuring the durability and longevity of your favorite vocal warm-up tool.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCreated for function, designed for style, and destined to last. It will continue to bring you joy every time you use it. Crafted with precious metal throughout, all of our OOVO Vocal Straw Necklaces are perfect for those who have sensitive skin.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUsed for semi-occluded vocal tract training (straw phonation), the OOVO Vocal Straw Necklace generates back pressure for your vocal folds to vibrate with less effort. It helps singers and speakers achieve their healthiest vocalization during warm-up and strength training. \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/how-it-works\"\u003eLearn more about how it works.\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eWho this is for\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eA premium gift for a singer, voice teacher, or serious vocalist\u003c\/strong\u003e — graduation from a vocal program, anniversary, milestone birthday, holiday gifting\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSelf-gift for working voice professionals\u003c\/strong\u003e investing in their craft — touring artists, recording artists, voice coaches, voice actors\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVoice professionals recommending a luxury everyday option\u003c\/strong\u003e to clients (vocal coaches, ENT doctors, SLPs)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAnyone who loves the Sterling Silver version\u003c\/strong\u003e and wants to upgrade to a dressier gold finish\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStage and on-camera wear\u003c\/strong\u003e — warm 18k gold tone reads well under stage lights and on camera\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eCommon questions\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is vermeil?\u003c\/strong\u003e Vermeil (pronounced ver-MAY) is solid sterling silver coated with a thick layer of real gold. Unlike standard plating, vermeil requires the gold layer to be at least 2.5 microns thick and made of at least 10k gold. OOVO uses 18k gold at 5x the thickness of standard plating. Vermeil is recognized as fine jewelry, not plated jewelry.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWill the gold wear off?\u003c\/strong\u003e With normal daily wear, no. Avoid chlorine (pools, hot tubs), abrasive cleaners, and ultrasonic cleaners. Use the included polishing cloth for routine care. The 18k gold layer is durable enough for genuine daily-wear use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow does this compare to the Sterling Silver version?\u003c\/strong\u003e Identical function — same 3mm SOVT resistance, same hand-crafted construction, same 30-inch chain, same OOVO Care Kit included. The only differences are the finish (warm 18k gold vs. cool sterling silver) and the price point. Same voice tool underneath.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs this a good gift for a singer?\u003c\/strong\u003e It's specifically designed to be one of the best vocal-themed gifts on the market. Most singers have drawers full of music-note pendants and treble-clef earrings that don't \u003cem\u003edo\u003c\/em\u003e anything. OOVO is jewelry the singer in your life actively uses every day — and the 18k gold version is the dressed-up edition for special occasions and stage wear.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat size resistance is this?\u003c\/strong\u003e The standard 3mm professional resistance recommended by SOVT research and most voice teachers. For adjustable resistance, see the \u003ca href=\"\/products\/sing-ring-by-oovo\"\u003eSing Ring by OOVO\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat occasions are good for gifting this?\u003c\/strong\u003e Graduation from a vocal performance program, milestone birthdays, anniversaries, opening night, congratulating someone after landing a role or finishing an audition, Mother's Day for the singing mom, holidays, end-of-year voice teacher appreciation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow do I clean it?\u003c\/strong\u003e Rinse with warm water after use, dry with the included polishing cloth. The OOVO Care Kit (included) covers routine cleaning and polishing for the life of the piece.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eProduct Details\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e3-inch OOVO Vocal Straw pendant in \u003cstrong\u003e18k gold vermeil\u003c\/strong\u003e (5x-thick 18k gold over solid 925 sterling silver core)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e30-inch high polish bead chain necklace, gold over sterling silver\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIndividually hand-crafted by jewelers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHypoallergenic, safe for sensitive skin\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eWhat's in the box\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOOVO Vocal Straw Pendant and Necklace\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOOVO Cruelty-Free Vegan Leather Case\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCare Kit: high quality polishing cloth and custom cleaning brush\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eQuality Guarantee\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe're confident you'll feel the benefits of using the OOVO Vocal Straw Necklace, and we stand behind it. If you don't love it, send it back for a full refund within 30 days of purchase. \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/faq\"\u003eSee our full return policy.\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eUse it safely\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUse light, sustained airflow — the device only reflects the pressure you put through it. \u003cem\u003eIf you have to push hard, you're pushing too hard.\u003c\/em\u003e Stop and rest if you feel lightheaded, dizzy, short of breath, or any vocal pain. Consult your doctor before use if you have a heart, lung, or vocal condition, recent surgery, or are pregnant. Adult use only; keep away from children under 14. \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/faq#safety\"\u003eRead our full Safety \u0026amp; Use guidelines.\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eLegal note \u0026amp; disclaimer: This product description has not been evaluated by the FDA. 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