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  1. First Impressions – Roland LX705

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    Roland offers three models in their Premium Upright LX Series. The LX705, positioned as the first model, provides premium features at a conservative price.

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  2. First Impressions – Roland LX706

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    Roland offers three models in their Premium Upright LX Series. The LX706 is positioned in the middle, providing just the right balance between features and price.

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  3. First Impressions – Roland LX708

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    Earlier in my career, I had the opportunity to sell some of the finest acoustic pianos made. This experience helped me appreciate the quality of construction, design and features that acoustics offer.

    When I first saw the Roland LX708, it was like déjà vu! Modeled after today's finest upright pianos, the LX708 makes a great first impression.

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  4. The Four Main Components of Digital Pianos

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    Digital pianos are not a new concept. Rather, they've been around for about 30 years! The technology housed inside these instruments is getting better every year, and with each new generation, we're witnessing dramatic improvements in the action (touch of the keys), sound engine, speakers and overall design. Whether you're learning to play, accompanying your own voice, performing live or just plain relaxing, today's digital pianos are your musical Swiss Army knives.

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  5. Six Things to Consider When Buying a Digital Piano

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    Whether you're new to music or a seasoned player, just about every customer we encounter has questions when shopping for a digital piano. Prior to purchasing an instrument, we suggest considering six important questions.

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  6. Take Your Sound Anywhere with New CK Series Stage Keyboards from Yamaha

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    Following in the footsteps of the YC Series Stage Keyboards and the most recent iterations of Yamaha's venerable CP Series Stage Pianos, Yamaha presents the CK Series of stage keyboards. The new CK61 and CK88 have set up shop at the intersection of pro sounds, portability, and affordability, while also bringing along a few fresh tricks to the Yamaha stage keyboard line. Versatility and a wealth of features make a serious case for a CK Series 'board as both an all-in-one keyboard rig and as a powerful-in-its-own-right compliment to a YC or CP-based setup.

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  7. Casio Music Space App – Musical Joy for Everyone!

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    With the introduction of the Casio Music Space app, Casio has combined several different aspects into one clean and easy-to-use environment. Whether you're a complete beginner, returning to playing, or someone looking for new ways to make music, you'll be able to expand your enjoyment by watching, listening, and playing through the app.

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  8. New Roland GP-3 Compact Grand Piano Might Be the Perfect Size

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    At Kraft Music, we carry over 200 different digital pianos in a variety of shapes, sizes, and price points. It's not often that a new piano comes along that fits in where others don't. And then comes the new Roland GP-3, which Roland calls "the most compact and affordable grand in the acclaimed GP series." We would call it the most compact and affordable grand that we carry. Period. Really, it's in a class of its own.

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  9. Three New Katana Models From Boss

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    Boss has announced three new models in the best-selling lineup of Katana guitar amplifiers. The Katana-50 MkII EX combo is an expanded version of the entry-level Katana-50 MkII, offering enhanced performance features derived from higher-end Katana models. The Katana-Artist MkII Head provides the premium sound and features of the flagship Katana-Artist MkII combo in a powerful 100-watt amplifier head. The Katana Cabinet 212 Waza is precisely tuned to support the massive range of the Katana-Artist MkII Head.

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  10. Fender American Vintage II Captures the Essence of Authentic Fender Tone and Feel

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    Kraft Music is proud to present the iconic return of the historic and revolutionary designs of the golden era of yesteryear with the Fender American Vintage II series. Fender has painstakingly recreated some of the most classic and revered models with historically correct and period-accurate specs such as bodies, neck carve, hardware, finishes, and pickups. The American Vintage II series captures all of the magic and vibe of vintage instruments but built with unmatched modern quality and accuracy.

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