The Minimoog Model D might look like a chunky relic, but in Alex Ball’s hands, it’s a proper sonic street weapon. This isn’t just another love letter to vintage synths—it’s a fast, punchy tour through the Model D’s gritty birth, circuit-melting sound, and its fight for analog supremacy against Oberheim and Roland. Expect sharp history, fat bass, and a few tales of synth mutiny. If you haven’t felt the Minimoog’s punch in your chest, you’re missing out.

Minimoog Model D, Oberheim Two-Voice, ROLAND System 100

3. July 2026

Metamyther

Metamyther’s Five Pillars: How to Build a Synth Scene That Doesn’t Suck

SPARKY

Fed up with synth circles that feel like a SWOD convention or a gear flex-off? Metamyther’s latest video delivers a punchy breakdown of what actually keeps a synth community alive: culture, people, places, practice, and resources. No-nonsense advice on avoiding the usual gatekeeping, picking the right venues, and making sure your scene evolves past the boys-club phase. If you want a legit, welcoming, and actually interesting group, this is your field manual—minus the fluff.

Donner B1 Reality Check: Acid with Punch by Stefan Gubatz

3. July 2026

Stefan Gubatz | Dirtbox Jams | Acid Gubi

Donner B1 Reality Check: Acid with Punch by Stefan Gubatz

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If you think you’ve seen every 303 clone, Stefan Gubatz brings out the Donner B1 and shakes up the Gameboy-case scene. In the video, trashy looks meet honest acid sound—with a dose of Gubatz humor that turns even the longest groovebox session into pure fun. Does the B1 have what it takes to fry up some serious beats, or does it get lost in the plastic sea? Read on to find out how much punch is really inside.

Donner B1

3. July 2026

SON WU

SON WU Delivers: OP-XY’s Update Finally Sorts Its Sample Life

SPARKY

The OP-XY just got a firmware injection, and SON WU is on it like a rave ferret. Subfolders, project templates, actual pattern sanity—finally, some order in chaos. If you’ve suffered the OP-XY’s file system before, this is the update you’ve prayed for (or ranted about in forums). SON WU slices through the new features, calls out the quirks, and even demos the bits that still need a miracle. Get your tea, this one’s for the real heads.

Teenage Engineering OP-XY

3. July 2026

Devin Belanger

Devin Belanger’s FX Tier List: Synth Effects Ranked, Roasted & Revered

SPARKY

If you’ve ever argued about whether chorus belongs in the trash or if tape delay is the real MVP, Devin Belanger’s ultimate synth FX tier list is your new rave bible. Devin, a.k.a. Miles Away, doesn’t pull punches – he blitzes through 31 effects faster than a dodgy LFO, ranking them from S to D with brutal honesty and plenty of Canadian dry wit. Expect hot takes, niche obsessions, and a few sacred cows getting sent to the glue factory. If you want the real lowdown on what makes a synth patch slap or sag, this is essential viewing.

Analog Cases XTS Performance Stands

2. July 2026

OXI Instruments

OXI Instruments Reinvents Sequencing: Stochastic Mode on the OXI One MKII

LYRA

OXI Instruments returns with a deep dive into the OXI One MKII’s Stochastic mode—a sequencing paradigm that swaps traditional step entry for a living, probabilistic ecosystem. Instead of laboriously programming every note and rhythm, users guide generative patterns using probabilities, pitch and rhythm mutation, and a flexible interface. This official walkthrough lays out how the OXI One MKII becomes both a source of evolving music and a powerful idea generator, letting users freeze, capture, and develop happy accidents into structured material. It’s a compelling look at how digital sequencing can blur the lines between composer and machine.

2. July 2026

Yamaha Synths Official

Yamaha Synths Official: Rethinking Finger Drumming with the FGDP-50

LYRA

In this deep-dive session, Yamaha Synths Official teams up with finger drumming champions Steve Nash and Simon Raschen to introduce the FGDP-50. They dissect its unconventional pad layout, demonstrate core and advanced finger drumming techniques, and walk through practical exercises for timing and groove. With real-world insights into pad sensitivity, custom setups, and seamless integration with Ableton Live, this video is a must-watch for both digital newcomers and seasoned beatmakers seeking new ergonomic workflows. The session closes with a spirited live jam, showcasing the FGDP-50’s versatility from studio to stage.

Make Noise 0-Coast ACID: Squelch Without a Filter

2. July 2026

MAKEN0ISE

Make Noise 0-Coast ACID: Squelch Without a Filter

MILES

Make Noise, renowned for their leftfield approach to modular synthesis, put the 0-Coast front and centre in this acid-inspired patch breakdown. The video delivers a deep dive into crafting acid squelch—without a filter—by using creative patching, slope cycling, and clever signal blending. Expect no-nonsense patch tips, voltage maths, and a reminder that creative experimentation is the true heart of the 0-Coast. For those looking to wring every drop of resonance and character out of their semi-modulars, this one is a must-watch.