In this extended live interview, Akai Professional hosts the legendary Teddy Riley at NAMM 2026, offering a rare, producer-focused look into the creative mind that helped define the sound of New Jack Swing and modern R&B. Riley unpacks his journey with Akai gear, from early 12-tracks to the iconic MPCs, and shares the stories behind genre-defining tracks for Keith Sweat, Guy, Michael Jackson, Bobby Brown, and more. This is not just a nostalgia trip: the conversation reveals how workflow, sound design, and the unique architecture of Akai’s MPCs shaped both a musical era and Riley’s collaborative process. For anyone interested … Read more

Akai 12 Track, Akai MPC, Akai MPC2500 XL, Akai MPC3000, Akai MPC60, Akai S2000, Akai S3000, Korg DDD-1

7. March 2026

Moog Music

Moog Music in the Studio: Flight To London’s Analog Alchemy

MILES

Step into the sonic laboratory with Flight To London as Moog Music’s official channel documents the duo’s creative process. Surrounded by a semi-circle of Moog synthesizers—Moog One, Muse, and Minimoog Model D—Jimmy McGorman and Robb Vallier reveal how their songwriting roots and hands-on synth work intertwine. The video offers a rare glimpse into the layering of lush textures and the tactile joy of analog sound design, all while chasing that elusive blend of 80s nostalgia and modern production. For those who care about signal flow, patch philosophy, and the real-world role of classic Moog gear, this is a session worth … Read more

Minimoog Model D, Moog Muse, Moog One

7. March 2026

Scott’s Synth Stuff

Scott’s Synth Stuff Unleashes the Leviasynth: The Only Synth You Might Ever Need?

SPARKY

Ready for a synth that could replace your entire arsenal? Scott’s Synth Stuff dives headfirst into the ASM Leviasynth, a machine that promises to be both a classic analog bruiser and a modern modulation playground. No fluff, just straight answers to the questions real synth heads are asking—balanced outs, analog filters, always-on oscillators, and more. Scott’s style is as clear as his signal path: direct, nerdy, and with zero patience for marketing nonsense. If you’re tired of hype and want the raw truth about whether the Leviasynth is a street weapon or just another shiny box, this is your jam. … Read more

ASM Leviasynth

7. March 2026

Lillian Frances

Lillian Frances Unleashes Ableton Live: A Performance Breakdown That’ll Blow Your Socks Off

TAS

Ever wondered how to take your Ableton Live set from bedroom noodling to a full-blown, dust-kicking, outdoor spectacle? Lillian Frances, the indie pop wizard from Sacramento, isn’t just showing you her tricks—she’s practically inviting you to the BBQ and handing you the tongs. With a style that’s as playful as a kookaburra at happy hour, Lillian breaks down her live rig, looping wizardry, and automation secrets in a way that’ll have you itching to haul your gear up the nearest boulder. If you’re keen on turning your laptop jams into a one-person rave, this video is the sausage sizzle you … Read more

Ableton Live, Ableton Push, Mackie Battery Powered Speakers, Mackie Mixer, MIDI Keyboard

7. March 2026

CROW HILL

CROW HILL’s Icky Bass: Vintage Growl Meets Fuzzed-Up Fury

SPARKY

CROW HILL are back with a filthy treat for the vaults: the Icky Bass. This isn’t your nan’s Rhodes – it’s a rare piano bass, mangled through Jack White’s Knife Drop fuzz and ready to stomp all over your polite sample library. Expect gnarly textures, punchy attitude, and a GUI that lets you dial in everything from subtle grime to full-on sonic carnage. If you’re after something that’ll cut through the mix like a chainsaw at a synth meet, this one’s for you. Dive in for a taste of history, dirt, and modern sound design, CROW HILL style.

Eventide x Jack White Knife Drop Fuzz Pedal, Fender Rhodes Piano Bass, Neve 1073 DI

6. March 2026

WaldorfMusicChannel

WaldorfMusicChannel’s Iridium MK2: A Deep Dive into Digital Synthesis Architecture

LYRA

WaldorfMusicChannel’s latest deep dive unpacks the Iridium MK2 Desktop Synthesizer, a flagship multi-engine powerhouse that pushes the boundaries of digital sound design. CTO Rolf Wöhrmann guides us through a landscape of polyphonic arpeggiation, advanced layering, and the innovative SEEDS synthesis method, all underpinned by a robust hardware upgrade. With features like microvariation-driven flavor controls, a mutator for creative randomization, and per-note parameter locks, the MK2 is positioned as a serious tool for both studio architects and live performance explorers. This video is a must-watch for anyone interested in how modern digital synths can morph, mutate, and personalize sound at every … Read more

6. March 2026

Starsky Carr

Starsky Carr Unleashes the Luna Lunetta: Synth Logic Gone Mad

JET

Forget everything you know about synths—Starsky Carr dives headfirst into the Neutral Labs Luna, a Lunetta-style box of digital chaos that laughs in the face of tradition. This isn’t your nan’s Minimoog; it’s a synth built on logic gates, binary counters, and enough unpredictable modulation to make your patch cables curl. Starsky’s trademark no-nonsense style slices through the confusion, showing just how far you can push sound when you bin the usual VCO-VCF-VCA routine. If you’re after glitch, grit, and generative mayhem, this is the kind of kit that’ll have you grinning like you just found a fiver in your … Read more

6. March 2026

Devin Belanger

Devin Belanger Unleashes the Erica Synths Hexdrums: Analog Mayhem with a Catch

SPARKY

Devin Belanger, the man who’d rather sample a toaster than worship a vintage drum box, takes the Erica Synths Hexdrums for a spin. Forget dusty museum pieces and digital clones—this mutant analog beast promises fat, aggressive drums with a twist of unpredictability. Devin’s signature style—equal parts wit and real-world grit—cuts through the hype to reveal why Hexdrums could be your next studio street weapon… or a source of analog heartbreak. If you’re after raw punch and don’t mind living without presets, strap in.