Some stuff I have bought in a last half a year or so.
Latin percussion Multi Guiro
This is mainly for latin percussion use but amplifying the scraping sounds makes a hell-of-a-noise.
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Korg Kaossilator 2
I updated my older Kaossilator for this new version. Some useful improvements like dual loop recording banks with cross-fade ability, memory card slot for saving loops and recording via internal or external mic (very useful feature). Even if you didn't like readymade synth sounds, it is still very useful and a nice little gadget to toy with.
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Lite2Sound PX
This is funny little thing. A portable sensing device that extracts a sound from ambient light by responding to rapid but invisible changes in brightness. Check Eric Archer's web site for more info and sound bites.