I got my Triton Studio new from guitar center when it first came out. I couldn't bring the price down...so I asked for a few things instead (Korg carry on bag, a Microphone PLUS stand, nice sony MDR headphone, a couple cables, and I snatched a keyboard magazine off the stand too ) I also got the "$400 worth" of gifts including a sampler CD and the CD burner. This was during the promo period.

I think the reason why they give rebates- because people like receiving gifts....one of those marketing gimmicks. "Wow...the keyboard is pretty expensive...but look..they give you extra stuff and some cash back"...some people have the psychology also that "more expensive=better"

My decision to buying this keyboard was also a 'brave' decision on my part. KNOWING that I may have problems adjusting/learning. I still bought the keyboard, because I figured I want to be more "universal" and learn other keyboards too rather than only play one brand (devoted to Technics for almost 13 years). Although first couple months I was totally overwhelmed and the Studio went over my head. Now...although its still not Technics...its better though.