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Tama is also making an appearance at NAMM 2016, and will be presenting a couple of great new snare drums. Their Sound Lab Project series is being expanded with 3 new models, and they'll also be unveiling the successor to the Metalworks snare drums: the Soundworks series!

Roland has something new up its sleeve. This time, it's a unique combination of a sequencer, controller and synthesizer, all rolled up into a compact package. It's called the A-01, which strongly reminds us of a familiar face, the K-25m.

Lots of guitarists out there would love to experiment with an old-school tape echo. You know, those warm, analogue 60s-70s delays, brought about by a tape recorder with all sorts of fascinating controls. Unfortunately, there are no free rides in this world. The price of a (secondhand) tape recorder, if you can find one, is often astronomical, not to mention the costs of the cartridges and maintenance. So, Dunlop launched the EP103 Echoplex.

If you're used to a traditional DJ controller with two decks, you may not be too impressed at first glance with the Mixtour that Reloop will be showcasing at the NAMM 2016 show. Upon further inspection, however, you'll soon see this compact, rugged little controller has an arsenal of possibilities to offer.

We mostly know Boss for their effects pedals, multi effects units and recording equipment. However, Boss takes friend and foe by surprise, by releasing a serious, solid guitar amplifier.

EarthQuaker Devices is rocking the foundations once again with a new line of effects. If you love a bit of overdrive and fuzz, you're in for a real treat with the Acapulco Gold, Bellows, Bows, Spires and Gray Channel stomp boxes. Additional new releases are the Spatial Delivery and the Night Wire, an auto-wah stomp box and a tremolo pedal with a twist respectively. The Avalanche Run, finally, opens up a world of possibilities when it comes to reverb and delay. Guitarists and bassists will surely appreciate this new range of high-grade EarthQuaker effects!

IK Multimedia once again steps into the spotlight with their new compact reference monitors. The iLoud Micro monitors are an impressive piece of technology. And the best thing is, they practically fit in the palm of your hand

The letters JC in Roland's JC-01 have almost magical properties. They stand for Jazz Chorus, and have the power to make guitarists' eyes sparkle. No wonder Roland made the legendary series of Jazz Chorus amps - a favourite among guitar players since 1975 - the main inspiration for their new Bluetooth speaker.

NAMM 2016 has only just begun, but Roland already revealed something pretty special: the Roland EC-10 EL Cajon! At first glance, you might mistake it for a regular cajon, but Roland wouldn't be Roland if they didn't a few clever electronic surprises to the mix. The EL (Electronic Layered) Cajon is a hybrid cajon that allows you to embellish the acoustic cajon sound with various percussion and drum samples.

The VL-S3 was only just released, but that doesn't stop Tascam from introducing a new incarnation, the VL-S3BT. In looks, this new monitor set hasn't changed much, but the familiar design does boast a few new features.