2 ipod's not showing in itunes

Hi, neither of my iPods are showing in iTunes they both used to before my upgrade to Yosemite - is this a known issue?
I have tried the usual switching off, restarts etc. but they both just fast up on the desk top then disappear - never showing in iTunes...
Please help as I don't really want to have to buy another 2?
Cheers
Adam

Hi captain_chaos_him,
After reviewing your post, it sounds like the iPods will not show up in iTunes. I would recommend that you read this article, it may be able to help the issue.
iOS: Device not recognized in iTunes for OS X - Apple Support
Thanks for using Apple Support Communities.
Have a nice day,
Mario

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