Blue Note

Blue Note is a rare electro-mechanical pinball machine from December 1978, designed by John Osborne for Gottlieb with artwork by Gordon Morison. With a confirmed production run of only 229 units, it is one of the scarcer Gottlieb titles of its era. The game carries a music theme centered on singing, and it was convertible to add-a-ball operation — the add-a-ball version of this game was released as Gottlieb's 1978 'Rock Star'.

In terms of gameplay, Blue Note boasts an impressive array of features, including two flippers, five pop bumpers, two slingshots, eight standup targets, two spinning targets, and a kick-out hole, all of which contribute to its challenging yet rewarding single-player gameplay. Its replay wheel registers a maximum of 15 replays.

As one of the lesser-known machines from Gottlieb's 1978 lineup, the Blue Note remains an enigmatic gem in the world of pinball history. For collectors and enthusiasts seeking a unique addition to their collection, it offers a fascinating glimpse into late electro-mechanical gameplay and design, and its rarity only adds to its allure.