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IK-Multimedia Amplitube 5 (saturation) is sold at Best Service. We track its price and post when it goes on sale.
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- IK-Multimedia
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- Saturation
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- Best Service
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| Date | Price | Discount | Store |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nov 1 – Nov 2 | $28.16 | — | Best Service |
| Oct 31 | $28.05 | — | Best Service |
| Oct 30 | $28.06 | — | Best Service |
| Oct 29 | $28.1 | — | Best Service |
| Oct 28 | $28.2 | — | Best Service |
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