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Bass players, take heed: besides guitars, Fender has imported no fewer than nine vintage basses from Japan. It's been a while since the rumour started that the guitar builder was issuing a 'special run'. Now there are nine Fender Japan bass guitars to choose from. And the best news? This is not the last we'll hear of Fender's special runs!

Professional pianists are going to want to find a hammer for their piggy banks, because Kurzweil has something new in the pipe line! Kurzweil synthesizers and stage pianos have actually always been good. Has Kurzweil ever made a bad product? We didn't think so either. This time, it's the new Kurzweil Forte SE's turn to turn some heads.

Cymatic Audio is extending their product range considerably. Besides the popular uTrack24, LP-16 and LR-16, they now offer two new Expansion Card Modules. The uTrack24 Madi Module was specifically designed for - you guessed it - the uTrack24. The uTrack-X32, on the other hand, was developed for the familiar Behringer X32 and the Midas M32 consoles.

If you're looking for a way to keep your DJ controller or mixer safe from harm, Decksaver is a brand you should definitely check out. This time, the manufacturer of high-grade dust covers is catering to owners of the Rane MP2015, the Rane TTM57MkII, the Numark NS7II, the Roland TR-808 and Roland TR-909. The last two covers are quite remarkable, as the 808 and the 909 are drum machines that were first introduced in the 1980s. Decades later, these legendary devices are finally getting the protection they deserve!

Relive the old glory days of vinyl with the TN-200 belt-drive turntable by Teac! That's right, it's time to dust off your record collection, and to restore it to its rightful prominent position in your living room. If you like, you can even use the TN-200 to digitalise your records, so you can enjoy their outstanding sound on the road.

Catalinbread are a small team of experts with a passion for music. They are inspired by legendary effects pedals and guitar amps, and aim to add a large dose of functionality on top. The result is a broad range of top quality guitar effects that are handmade in America.

The rumour mill is back! It's time for speculation, and this time, it's about the new Roland Boutique! Roland has us going before with their sneak preview of the Aira machines, and that all turned out well. But now, let's sit back and enjoy some good old-fashioned guesswork!

The Roland Juno-DS is the latest addition to the Japanese manufacturer's long-running Juno synthesizer series. Roland is releasing two editions of their latest Juno synth - the Juno-DS 61 and the Juno-DS 88 - both of which stand out thanks to their portable design.

It’s the little things in life that matter. Jackson Guitars know that like no other, which is why they developed this latest addition to their JS series: the Minion JS1X. These electric guitars are a third smaller than their larger siblings, making them ideal for younger children or for guitarists who travel a lot. What’s more, they’ve got a price to match their size!

Are you a fan of Fall Out Boy? Or can't you simply get enough of Gretsch's classics from the sixties? Either way, the G5135CVT-PS Black - a signature model for Fall Out Boy's lead singer and guitarist Patrick Stump - is sure to tickle your fancy. This electric solid-body guitar represents the traditional Gretsch style, but features a few distinctive modifications. Like its white counterpart, this black signature model features a stylish grey competition stripe.