Today, Hasbro and Robosen Robotics announced the first-ever auto-converting Transformers Soundwave robot! Joining Megatron, Optimus Prime, Grimlock and Bumblebee among the cast of Transformers robots from Robosen, Soundwave is brought to life with incredible detail and precise execution. Shipping is listed for Spring 2026 at a price of $999 USD Early bird until January 3, 2026, $1,399 USD retail. Order while they last at the following sponsored links:

Merging cutting edge technology and nostalgic design, Robosen has produced an exact replica of the iconic cassette player turned Decepticon gladiator. 84 high-performance chipsets, 28 precision-built servo-motors and more than 200 lines recorded by Frank Welker, the original G1 voice of Soundwave, bring the Soundwave robot’s innovation and authenticity to the next level. Doubling as a Bluetooth speaker, Soundwave can even stream your favorite music while in cassette mode!

Release Date: Q2 2026

Retail Price: HKD $7599 / $999 USD Early bird until January 3, 2026, $1,399 USD retail

The World's First Fully Automated Transforming Sonic Robot 

As an officially licensed physical representation of the Transformers G1 Soundwave, the Robosen G1 Soundwave Robot breaks the limitations of traditional transforming toys with its manual operation, becoming the world's first fully automated sonic robot. 

With a commanding stature, the Decepticon's intelligence officer reveals himself for the first time. Robocosen makes the impossible real again with the world's first fully autoconverting soundwave. Standing at Megatron's side, the loyal communications lieutenant is officially back on duty. Autobots intel has been stolen. Challenge the Autobots for control of the battlefield.

Dual Role: Recorder and Bluetooth Speaker 

Converting from the classic cassette player to a striking robot gladiator. Command Soundwave into battle with the push of a button. sound of your voice or swipe of an app. This Decepticon is more than meets the eye with an integrated fully compatible Bluetooth speaker with functional front-facing buttons. Stream your favorite music through this legendary character. Previous song, next song. Switch through your music effortlessly.

While in cassette mode, there is a record feature ready to capture your own voice and sounds all through the front buttons for a simple and genuine experience. This robot is in disguise with an integrated openable cassette deck ready to launch and house cassette bots. Integrated with 84 microjs and 28 high precision intelligent servo motors, Robosin's Soundwave utilizes the latest innovations, allowing for one of the most incredible autocon conversion processes to date. 

With a stoic stare and a commanding presence, the Decepticon's communications officer stands at attention, awaiting your command. Soundwaves, walking, and combat poses are incredibly lifelike. Go to battle with the shoulder-mounted laser cannon equipped with multi-angle firing and pairing together with deep red lightning effects throughout. And for absolute authenticity, Robbo teamed the legendary Frank Welker, the original G1 voice of Soundwave with engineer Scott Brownley to bring this icon to life. 

Let's stop the Decepticons. At your command, Soundwave springs into action with interactive front-facing buttons which instantly launch him into battle mode. Speak directly to Soundwave through a deep voice command library. Just call his name, issue an order, and he responds with unwavering loyalty or take control through the free mobile app where you can access a vast library of pre-built actions, unlocking endless waves to interact with your Decepticon operative. Bring the battle to life and team up with Megatron to bring Soundwave to the front lines against the Autobots with Roboson's mini theater. Soundwave is also fully compatible with Robosin Studio, the browser based platform that lets you craft your own moves, strategize, and strike. 

Build out your own actions, and bring soundwave to life as you take command of this intelligent officer. Let your imagination run wild. Recreate classic Decepticon tactics and challenge the Autobots for control of the battlefield. Decepticons attack. Meet the legendary Soundwave. A masterpiece of engineering, robotics, and nostalgic G1 design brought to life by Robosen. Pre-order now and start your own intelligence gathering today.

Robosen Robotics and Hasbro Debut the World’s First Auto-Converting TRANSFORMERS Soundwave Robot!

By Combining Robosen’s Robust Robotic Expertise and Proprietary AI Functionality, With One of the Most Beloved Franchises, the World Will Finally Witness the First Ever Auto-Converting Soundwave Robot!

(Los Angeles, CA and Shenzhen, China)—December 4, 2025 — Robosen Robotics Innovation, Inc – the groundbreaking innovator in the field of consumer entertainment robotics, in collaboration with Hasbro, a leading games, IP and toy company, are proud to debut the legendary and fan-favorite TRANSFORMERS character, Soundwave! Soundwave joins the ever-growing cast of TRANSFORMERS robots to be launched by the globally recognized team at Robosen. Merging cutting edge technology and nostalgic design, Robosen brings the cult classic Decepticon spy to life with incredible detail and precise execution. Megatron can now turn to his most trusted commander with this G1 Flagship Soundwave, who enters the battle in an effort to defeat Autobots Optimus Prime, Bumblebee and Grimlock, all of which are already available in the market for order. Robosen’s Flagship Soundwave, the second Decepticon collectible within the range, is now available for pre-order at Robosen.com and will soon be available on HasbroPulse.com, and will retail on pre-sale for $999 USD for a 30-day window before moving to its standard price of $1,399.

After years of dedicated R&D, the talented team at Robosen has successfully produced an exact replica of the iconic cassette player turned Decepticon gladiator, with a host of new servo technologies and upgraded algorithms, Soundwave breaks into the scene with life-like actions and sinister commands. This robot is truly More Than Meets The Eye, as it also doubles as a functional Bluetooth speaker while in cassette mode! Stream your favorite music while Soundwave adorns your desktop, and skip through, pause and play all with the front facing retro tape deck buttons. Take your interaction even further by utilizing the integrated recording feature, which allows you to record your own audio with the click of its buttons.

Adorned with an animated, glowing sonic cannon, and equipped with a neutron assault rifle – Soundwave’s authenticity doesn’t stop there. Robosen commissioned the one and only Frank Welker, the original G1 voice of Soundwave, to record over 200+ lines for this project. Each phrase by Frank's legandary voice is further accentuated by Scott Brownlee's engineering mastery - creating the exact 1984 sound, ensuring lines like "Destroy Autobots" and "Soundwave superior, Autobots inferior" ring true to any fan and collector!

Robosen takes its innovation to the next level, with the addition of articulating hip-joints, enabling the iconic and dynamic conversion, poses, and actions of Soundwave, which helps to create a more lifelike and fluid robotic experience! Blending 80's nostalgia and modern design, red lit accents are highlighted by premium materials like zinc alloy, aluminum and ABS, for a perfectly recreated TRANSFORMERS bot. Equipped with 84 high-performance chipsets and 28 precision-built servo-motors, Soundwave is an engineering marvel to watch, as it converts from spy to robot, right before your eyes.

Technology Meets Nostalgia: A Legend Worth Collecting - The Robosen G1 Soundwave Robot | PreOrder Now and Begin your Intel Mission Today!

About Robosen Robotics:

Robosen Robotics (Shenzhen) Co. Ltd, is a leading innovator in the field of AI and robotics, leading the way in digital drive technology, artificial joint driving algorithms, force feedback technology, digital electric drive technology and artificial intelligence and programming. For more information, please visit www.Robosen.com

About TRANSFORMERS:

The TRANSFORMERS brand is a global powerhouse franchise with millions of fans around the world. Since 1984, the battle between the Autobots and Decepticons has come to life in movies, TV shows, comic books, innovative toys, and digital media, bringing incredible "MORE THAN MEETS THE EYE" experiences to fans of all ages. The brand's enduring connection is made possible by its rich storytelling and characters: the heroic Autobots who seek to protect all life, and the evil Decepticons who seek to conquer the universe. The TRANSFORMERS brand is a Hasbro franchise.

About Hasbro:

Hasbro is a leading games, IP and toy company whose mission is to create joy and community through the magic of play. With over 164 years of expertise, Hasbro delivers groundbreaking play experiences and reaches over 500 million kids, families and fans around the world, through physical and digital games, video games, toys, licensed consumer products, location-based entertainment, film, TV and more.

Through its franchise-first approach, Hasbro unlocks value from both new and legacy IP, including MAGIC: THE GATHERING, DUNGEONS & DRAGONS, MONOPOLY, HASBRO GAMES, NERF, TRANSFORMERS, PLAY-DOH and PEPPA PIG, as well as premier partner brands. Powered by its portfolio of thousands of iconic marks and a diversified network of partners and subsidiary studios, Hasbro brings fans together wherever they are, from tabletop to screen.

For more than a decade, Hasbro has been consistently recognized for its corporate citizenship, including being named one of the 100 Best Corporate Citizens by 3BL Media, a 2025 JUST Capital Industry Leader, one of the 50 Most Community-Minded Companies in the U.S. by the Civic 50, and a Brand that Matters by Fast Company. For more information, visit corporate.hasbro.com or @Hasbro on LinkedIn.