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Orange is proud to announce their latest combos with the launch of the new 2015 Crush series. Redefining the benchmark for practice amplifiers, the  Crush 12, Crush 20, Crush 20RT and Crush 35RT are primed to introduce guitarists of all levels to the signature Orange sound, whilst offering a genuine alternative to digital modelling.

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It's that time of year again, with the National Association of Music Merchants show due to take place in California, from 23rd to 26th January. As always, NAMM showcases a plethora of new and exciting products, so we've decided to create a rolling story, which we will update as and when new gear is announced.

This is the place to be if you want a comprehensive round-up of all the new NAMM gear for 2014, so check below for information and videos on the most exciting releases. Alternatively, you can CLICK HERE to view a list of new products in our online shop.

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Focusrite have just announced a brand new interface, which is designed for recording to iPads and iPad Minis with a lightning port.

The iTrack Dock is a 2-in, 2-out device, which features two of Focusrite's renowned microphone preamps, as well as connections for hooking up a guitar and line level device. It also has the capability to provide phantom power and has outputs for connecting to studio monitors. Of course, there's also a headphone output.

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We've got three new guitar pedals to tell you about, with Boss announcing the OD-1X Overdrive, DS-1X Distortion and ME-80 multi-effects pedal.

The OD-1X and DS-1X provide new overdrive and distortion tones, bringing the classic OD-1 and DS-1 pedals into a new era.

The ME-80 is a mobile, battery-powered multi-effects pedal that is packed with effects and amp models to allow you to create your ideal tones. Whilst its compact design makes it ideal for the travelling performer, it also features no less than 30 knobs for customising your sounds, making it quick and easy to program.

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Roland's RD series of stage pianos have been used by performing artists for over 25 years and now, Roland have announced their latest RD creation, the RD-800.

The RD-800 features an updated look, feel and improved sounds. The keyboard makes use of Roland's latest hammer-action design and it comes packed with a selection of acoustic and electric piano sounds, organs, synth presets and more.

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Today, Roland have announced that they will be releasing a new workstation range, consisting of the 61-note semi-weighted FA-06 and the FA-08, with an 88-note Ivory Feel-G keyboard. In fact, we were joined by Gareth from Roland just yesterday, who brought along an FA-06 to demo its features. Check it out in the video below!

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Roland have just launched a brand new webpage called 'Aira', along with a video talking about the original TR-808 drum machine, which, although originally designed to provide backing percussion for bands, went on to have a massive impact on dance music as we know it today. For example, the subby bass drum of the TR-8 08 has been sampled to provide basslines for a plethora of tracks over the years. You'll also hear plenty of other sounds from the TR-808 cropping up in tracks, both old and new, as the TR-808's unique character has helped cement its place as one of the most iconic drum synths ever.

So... what do you think this brand new product might be?

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The original Ditto pedal was designed as an affordable, no-fuss looper for guitarists. With its simplistic design, it quickly became a huge hit and now, TC Electronics have introduced the heir to the Ditto, called the Ditto X2.

The Ditto X2 features stereo I/O and a two-button interface, allowing for a dedicated stop/clear footswitch and a separate FX button. The FX switch allows the guitarist to trigger either a reverse or half speed loop effect, for getting extra creative.

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