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Korg offers every musician the ability to enjoy analog synthesis with the all-new monotron Analogue Ribbon Synthesizer. Powered by two AAA alkaline batteries, the compact monotron can be held in one hand. Although small enough to be easily carried, the monotron is packed with Korg's analog technology to generate thick and powerful sounds, plus a true analog filter with audio input. Concentrating on the most important sound parameters, the controls have been streamlined as much as possible. The panel contains only five knobs and one switch. With this level of simplicity, now anyone can easily enjoy the world of analog synthesizers.

Features :

• Full-fledged, true analog synthesizer: VCO, VCF, LFO
• Inspiring, easy-to-play ribbon keyboard
• Intuitive, fun-to-tweak con ...

Roland is pleased to announce the R-05 WAV/MP3 Recorder, an easy to use, affordable, and compact digital recorder that provides crystal-clear audio quality, enhanced recording and editing features, and an extended battery life of over 16 hours of recording time per charge.

Features :

• High-quality stereo recording (24-bit/96kHz) with the built-in stereo mic or external input
• Records directly to SD card with extended battery life (over 30 hours continuous playback, over 16 hours continuous recording)
• Strong, attractive metallic exterior
• Onboard editing functions; built-in reverb
• Music-practice features (change tempo without changing pitch, loop playback, etc.)
• Auto record start, auto song split, auto level adjust
• Pre Record function (captures 2 seconds of audio that precedes pressing REC)
• Use as a high-quality portable audio player (plays WAV and MP3 files)
• Windscreen and tripod mount included

The R-05 is scheduled to ship in May with a suggested retail price of $299.