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IK Multimedia introduces the iRig Keys MINI: a highly compact MIDI keyboard with 25 velocity-sensitive keys that's a perfect fit for the iRig Keys series. We already had the Keys version (37 mini keys) and the Keys Pro version (37 full-sized keys).

When it comes to the Roland company, nothing surprises us any more. One moment they're issuing great pianos, organs, synthesizers and keyboards, the next they're coming up with the virtual analogue Aira series. The latest addition to the versatile Roland assortment, however, is the System-500, which is basically a new incarnation of their vintage System-100. Prepare to be blown away!

Numark has just announced the arrival of the N-Wave 580Ldesktop monitor speakers! This is a very unique set of monitors with adjustable LED light effects, ideal as an addition to your home DJ setup.

According to Samson, "the power of music is its ability to inspire connection". However, if the music in all its glory doesn't come through to the listener the way it was intended to, then inspiration is hard to muster. Samson has come up with the solution to this problem: the Z Series. Depending on your budget and sonic tastes, you can choose between 4 different sets of headphones: the Z25, Z35, Z45 or the Z55.

Native Instruments has announced that Traktor and all related software and hardware are now fully supported by Apple's latest operating system, OS X 10.11.1 El Capitan. Please note, however, that the Traktor 2.10.0 installer is still dependent on the latest drivers. When you install Traktor 2.10.0, this means you'll have to download the latest drivers in order to get it to function properly. To do so, visit the NI Service Center, click 'Update' and then 'Show Details' in the 'Driver and Patch Downloads' section.

Have you always wanted to sit on a musical piece of art? Don't worry, that's perfectly normal. Better yet, Fender will help you achieve that goal with their new David Lozeau bar stools. If Lozeau's street art is just a bit too much for you, though, then you can also choose one of two bar stools featuring the good old Fender logo.

Last month, the good people at Briteq Light Research put on an incredible light show with a load of new effects. Now, you can put the same show together with the BEAMBAR5-RGBW and BEAMBAR10-RGBW, the BEAM WIZARD5X5 LED and the BT-DAZZLE! All these lighting elements work with LED lamps, which means they're a lot more energy-efficient, but can still produce powerful beams of light.

Guitarists who are serious about playing the resonator guitar have always set great store by the Gretsch Honey Dipper Specials. These fantastic resonator instruments - which are available as round-neck models, but also come with square necks for lap steel fanatics - hardly leave any room for improvement, which is why Gretsch issues the occasional limited edition with a special finish. And credit where credit's due: the exclusive Weathered Bell Bronze finish certainly becomes the G9202 Honey Dipper Special Round Neck.

Are you fan of a classic overdrive pedals, but are not too keen on the fact that the emphasis is often placed on the mid-range? Then Electro Harmonix has just the pedal for you. Contrary to 'old-skool' overdrives, the Crayon Full-range overdrive has independent Bass and Treble controls, hence the name: "Full-Range"

If you're on the road, you'll want to be able to enjoy your favourite music, even when you don't have access to a power socket. The new Klipsch Groove is a portable Bluetooth speaker designed to withstand a rough and rowdy rock 'n roll lifestyle.