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Justin is the Editor-in-Chief at 9to5Toys. For well-over a decade he has covered everything from video games and smart home devices to iPhone and MagSafe accessories, EDC gear, and just about everything in between. A professional audio engineer/producer, he also specializes in home recording, microphones, digital audio, and streaming gear. See something cool out there? Developing the next viral Apple gear accessory? Or just want to talk deals? Contact him directly at justin@9to5mac.com for tips, pitches, and more.

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New Model:Samples groovebox has Elektron’s insane sequencing w/ its most affordable price yet

Model-Samples

It was only a matter of time before Swedish musical instrument company Elektron hit us with this year’s new gear for NAMM, and the Model:Samples is now here. The all-in-one groove box continues the company’s work in the stand alone synthesizers/drum machine space and carries one of the most affordable prices we have seen from Elektron yet.
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JBL unveils affordable One Series 104 desktop monitors for podcasters, musicians and more

Well known audio company JBL is introducing its new One Series 104 reference monitors. Some two weeks ahead of NAMM 2019, all of the major companies are coming out of the woodwork with the latest and greatest technology in audio recording. Set for release in the first quarter of this year, head below for everything you need to know about the new multi-discipline JBL desktop speakers.
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Sony now supporting Rocket League cross-play between PS4, Switch, Xbox One and PC gamers

Rocket League cross-play

Sony is finally allowing Rocket League cross-play. After Sony went under fire for not allowing Xbox One and Switch players to match up with PS4 gamers in Fortnite and Rocket League, it made a change of policy in 2018. And now Rocket League gamers will be able to wage battle car soccer war with Switch and Xbox One gamers. More details below.
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Pad & Quill adds new mini/pro models to its Techfolio cord organizer lineup, now up to 20% off

Techfolio cord organizer
20% off

Pad & Quill launched its new Techfolio cord organizer solution last March, and today it is expanding the lineup. Two new models are being added for both larger setups and those of us lugging around adapters and cables on the road. Both the existing option and the new variants are now available to order with a nice 15% off promo code below as well.
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Zelda II for NES comes to Switch Online this month + Yoshi footage/release dates, more

Nintendo took to its official Twitter account late last night to announce Zelda II for Switch Online along with release dates for Yoshi’s Crafted World and Kirby’s Extra Epic Yarn. After a slew of interesting retro game additions to Switch last year, the service will get even better come the end of this month just ahead of the new Yoshi and Kirby game debuts starting in early March. Head below for all the details.
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Audio-Technica expands its QuietPoint wireless headphones lineup w/ new Bose competitors, more

QuietPoint wireless headphones

Audio-Technica showed up at CES 2019 with major additions to its QuietPoint wireless headphones lineup. Noise cancellation was certainly a big deal for AT this year and its new flagship over-ears are leading the way with the company’s most advanced system yet. Head below for all the details on AT’s new Bose QuietComfort competitors and the rest of the new lineup.
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The new Retro Champ Mini Console plays NES & Famicom titles + more mini My Arcade cabinets

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My Arcade has been creating gorgeous little arcade machine remakes for a while now. They span just about all of the major game franchises and make for great collector’s items. While MyArcade is introducing a load of new options in that category this year at CES in Vegas, it’s the new Retro Champ NES console that has really caught our attention.
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Maschine Mikro MK3 Review: one of the most affordable & complete beat making systems yet

Maschine Mikro MK3

Maschine Mikro MK3 is the latest addition to the Native Instruments hardware beat making platform. The new controller brings much of the same feature set as its larger sibling but in a much more trimmed down package. The question is whether or not the smaller footprint and extremely affordable price tag have successfully cannibalized the hardware’s best features or left it with too little to be all that useful.
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Nintendo Switch is now the fastest selling console in the U.S. + Smash Bros. Ultimate details

Nintendo Switch is now the fastest selling console in the U.S.

Nintendo Switch is now the fastest selling console in the U.S., according to NDP. While reports suggested it might not actually hit the worldwide sales goal it had previously targeted, the U.S. numbers Nintendo is reporting today are looking good. That, on top of stellar software numbers fueled by the release of Super Smash Bros. Ultimate, is leaving the company with good footing leading in to 2019. Head below for all the details.
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Leaked Kingdom Hearts III gameplay footage and images hit 6 weeks before launch

Kingdom Hearts III gameplay footage

After over a decade of waiting for the next installment, Kingdom Hearts III gameplay footage and images have leaked online. With over a month to go until its scheduled release date, the game’s creator is urging fans to avoid spoilers at all costs while ensuring them that some of the game’s cinematic elements are not present in the leaked copies.
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TRK-01 PLAY adds dedicated drum/bass plugs to your arsenal for FREE + $25 NI voucher

TRK-01 PLAY
FREE

Native Instruments is introducing TRK-01 PLAY along with some special promotions as part of its holiday offerings. The new package bundles together a pair of kick drum and bass modules and you can grab both them for free right now along with an additional credit to use towards other NI gear and products. Head below for all the details.
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The Outer Worlds is the sci-fi RPG you have been waiting for: details, gameplay footage, more

The Outer Worlds

The Outer Worlds is new game from Obsidian that has the internet on fire right now. Originally unveiled at the Game Awards last week, the debut trailer and subsequent detail drops are pointing at this thing being the sci-fi RPG gamers have been yearning for, especially after the disappointing Fallout 76 and the disastrous release of Mass Effect Andromeda. But don’t be confused, this is not just Fallout 5 with a new space age coat of paint either. Head below for some new details, gameplay footage, and more on The Outer Worlds.
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Game Awards highlights & trailers: Far Cry New Dawn, Mortal Kombat 11, Outer Worlds, more

We are here to bring you all the best Game Awards highlights. The annual celebration of games has become the main ceremony for the industry over the last number of years and is always rife with new game trailers. This year God of War and Red Dead Redemption 2 were the big winners and we got a whole load of world premiere reveal trailers, new game footage, and much more from some of the biggest names in the industry. Geoff Keighley spared no expense with this year’s celebration and secured some amazing exclusives. Head below for a quick look at some of the best 2018 Game Awards highlights.
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Super Smash Bros. Ultimate pre-order deals: $10 credit + collectible coin, controllers, more

Super Smash Bros. Ultimate

Today is your last day to capitalize on Super Smash Bros. Ultimate pre-order deals. Easily the most anticipated Nintendo Switch release since The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild, we are less than 24 hours away from launch and time is winding down on early deals. Head below for all of the best options and more.
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9to5Toys Gift Guide: Justin’s favorite gifts for musicians

It’s that time of year again, so here comes the best gifts for musicians. We have already covered essential smart home gear, low-cost tech gifts and even some great ideas for keeping things organized around the office, but now it’s time for the loudest person on your list. Musical instruments and production gear has always been and will likely always be inherently expensive, so thinking slightly outside of the box for that special songstress on your list is a necessity. Fortunately for you, we have some great ideas below to get the wheels turning before it’s too late.
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Here’s how to get the Fallout 76 canvas West Tek bag you thought you bought in the first place

canvas West Tek Bag

It looks like Bethesda is finally giving in and now handing out the actual canvas West Tek bag it was supposed to ship in the first place. The Collector’s Edition of Fallout 76 appeared to include what was labeled a canvas carrying bag. But eager fans were extremely disappointed when they opened up their $200 CE bundle to find a flimsy, wrinkled nylon variant. If you happened to have jumped on the pricey bundle ahead of launch, head below for more details on how to get that trashy nylon bag replaced with the thing you actually bought.
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Xbox One holiday deals now live: Up to $100 off Xbox One, $50 off Game Pass, much more

Xbox One holiday deals

The official Xbox One holiday deals are here. It was a busy Black Friday/Cyber Monday for gaming price drops to say the least, but we aren’t done just yet. Microsoft has now taken to its official blog to announce the upcoming holiday promotions for Xbox One S, Xbox One X, wireless controllers, and Game Pass, among others. While some deals will kick off next week, others are live right now. Head below for all the details.
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Here’s when you can jump in to Red Dead Online, starts today for some

We have known for a while now that Red Dead Online was going to officially launch up to a few months after the main game hit in late October. And we now have more details on when you’ll be able to jump in. For some lucky gamers, that will be today, but either way you should be able to get in to the beta within the next week or so. Head below for all the details.
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