A revolution in entertainment began in the 1970's when the first came karaoke machines on the market in Japan. They were expensive, but the price came down to the modern version, as we all know today, the idea of a Filipino inventor, took the 1980's by the storm. The phenomenon has spread throughout the world and it ishere to stay. Not everyone is a fan, but most people enjoy a fun night out in a Karaoke Bar. Secret devotees prefer to use karaoke machines from the privacy of their homes! It takes a certain amount of bravado to get up and sing in front of a roomful of people. Great singers were discovered and the largest have at least built some self-confidence. The beginning karaoke bars, sometimes known as KTV Boxes used basic equipment using cassettes. They were updated in time with CDs, laserdiscs, VCDs and DVDs. The karaoke machines have become more sophisticated, so does the sites. Petit, completed in the areas of the clubs have given way to karaoke lounges, devoted to the dedicated fan. Some bars have dance floors and disco lights.

Contests are popular with sites offering prizes for the best singer. Some of them, through a series of heats, ending with a final and a lucrative cash prizes or even the chance to record in a professional studio. Technology has provided this form of entertainment with innovations to keep all concerned. Karaoke machines are designed to make it easier for people and most of the machines to allow the artist to choose the key that fits their voices. Many machines have sound effects such as putting on the voice echoed. Some machines have been adapted to the use of MIDI and MIDI software system is also used for the creation karaoke on cellphones.

VCDs are becoming increasingly popular among specialists versions available, such as Cantonese Opera, a favorite with Hong Kong customers.Karaoke video games are popular too, developed for the PlayStation 2. The Microsoft Xbox system, which started in 2004, offers songs downloaded for karaoke machines to store. Enthusiasts can even get a karaoke fixed in the car. A Chinese car manufacturer offers a standard machine into their models. This will spread to other suppliers around the world.These machines have brought pleasure and the chance to socialize in each type of society, which brings together the young and old. Technology will attract new ways to enjoy karaoke, but come together with their family and friends, remembering his old songs is the greatest gift.