Elektron Musical Instruments

hey, I live in Perth, and got my MD a couple of months ago, so 
hopefully I can answer your questions for you.

> 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.

As far as I remember, FedEx didn't charge me extra. They may have, 
but it would have only been a very small amount, nothing too much to 
worry about - definately less than $AU 100.

> 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?

I only had to pay the 10%, nothing more.

> Obviously, I'm concerned about getting the MD; $1,100 US is a good 
> wack of money at the best of times, it's even a bigger hit over 
here 
> in Australia, so I want to make sure everything is covered.

You're luckier than I was. I got my MD when the exchange rate was 
about $US 0.62 ish, now its almost $US 0.70 , so you're getting a 
better deal than I did, :). It is a lot of money to spend on one bit 
of gear, but I'm sure you'll be glad you did spend it!! Good luck 
with it.