Elektron Musical Instruments

> 1) Can someone explain to me what is the deal with the shipping? As I
> understand it is all sent via Fed-Ex courier service.  Has anybody
> been hit up for extra fees by Fed-Ex when they deliver? Don't want to
> have the MD delivered and have to fork out extra fees before I even
> get it.

I think they've moved to UPS exclusively now. and the price includes all
shipping fees (they ship international priority, which is really fast).
and you will be charged no shipping fees when it arrives. however (see
below)...

> 2) Has anybody had any experience with the Australian customs? You
> only need to pay 10% GST right?  Or is there additional fees on top
> charged by customs?

yes. at least here in the US, Elektron customers get the privelege of
paying the customs fee when their toys arrive.  I'm not sure how UPS does
it, but Fed-Ex will pay it for you, then send you a bill (plus a $5
"convenience charge" for paying your bill up front).  I think UPS is the
same.

if you will have to pay customs, Elektron will notify you of this during
the online ordering process. they calculate what you should expect to pay
given the current currency exchange, etc. so you'll see the estimated
charges before you place your order.

> Obviously, I'm concerned about getting the MD; $1,100 US is a good
> wack of money at the best of times,

agreed. but it's well worth it :-)

> Basically want to know what I'm getting myself into, and what the
> absolute TOTAL cost will be for me.

sorry I can't give you Australia specifics. but if you go through the
order process, doing everything up until the final step (the point of no
return), you should see the estimate I mentioned.

Joe.