So, buying new gear and not keeping it covered? Dust and accidental things are a thing of the past with these protectors. When you think about it, your gear spends most of its life sat in your studio turned off. Even if you are a production head like myself, I guess that for 16 hours a day the gear is just sat there gathering dust. And you know the routine... forever doing little dusting jobs. These covers are great and only take seconds to take off and get making music. I am thinking I wish I had put these on all the gear I have bought over the years! So now... yup... covers going forward, and I'll try and get all of my old stuff cleaned up and protected. Love this product - sure it's an additional expense, but will protect your gear well. No more 'clag' around the pots and faders!