Alright beat nerds, buckle up—Verysickbeats (aka JFilt) just took the Koala Sampler to church with the latest AUv3 update. You know this guy’s all about turning everyday gear into secret weapons, and now he’s showing how Koala isn’t just a fun toy—it’s a full-on production beast. With plugin hosting, resampling, and some real-time beatmaking that slaps, this walkthrough is like getting a crate-digging lesson while eating tacos on the L train. If you thought mobile sampling was just for sketches, think again. This update might have you reconsidering your whole groove setup.

Arturia Analog Lab V, Koala Sampler

23. May 2026

Starsky Carr

Starsky Carr Throws Down: DeepMind 12 vs Jupiter 4 – Vintage Legends in a Budget Brawl

SPARKY

Starsky Carr isn’t here to tiptoe around synth nostalgia – he’s firing up the Behringer DeepMind 12 and pitting it right against the mighty Roland Jupiter 4. Can a modern bargain box really snarl like a four-grand vintage monster? Starsky’s trademark blend of sharp analysis and playful mischief is on full display, as he matches oscillators, envelopes, and chorus units in this synth shootout. It’s not just numbers and specs – this is a hands-on groovebox brawl, with real sonic results. If you crave filthy analog flavour without selling your nan, you’ll want to see how deep the DeepMind goes.

Behringer DeepMind 12, Roland Jupiter 4

23. May 2026

CROW HILL

CROW HILL’s Orchestral Bass Slides: A Cinematic Abyss in Motion

LUMINA

Some sounds don’t just speak—they loom, casting shadows that ripple through the orchestral deep. In their latest addition to the Vaults collection, CROW HILL offers us Orchestral Bass Slides, a free plugin sculpted from the brooding recesses of Christian Henson’s private archive. This isn’t just a library; it’s an invitation to drift beneath the surface, where every slide tells a story of tension, release, and cinematic gravity. Join us as we descend into a world where basses don’t simply play—they exhale drama and darkness, and the space itself becomes an instrument.

Orchestral Bass Slides

23. May 2026

Andrew Huang

Andrew Huang’s 13 Ableton Power Tips: Workflow Weapons for the Sonic Street

SPARKY

Andrew Huang barrels through Ableton Live like a rave-bunker demolition crew, armed with 13 workflow bombs guaranteed to speed up your session or at least make you look clever in front of your mates. If you thought you knew all the hacks, think again—Andrew pulls out tricks from sample swapping to automation gymnastics, all in that signature style: playful, sharp, and relentlessly useful. Whether you’re a diehard drum rack fiddler or just want to stop cursing at your undo button, this video is a quick-fire bootcamp. Spoiler: some of these tips are so good, you’ll wish you hadn’t slept on … Read more

Ableton Live, Splice

23. May 2026

AudioPilz

AudioPilz Unleashes Hacked Mayhem: Classic Synths Invade Ableton Move

SPARKY

AudioPilz is back, and this time he’s dusting off the Ableton Move for a firmware-fuelled rave in a box. What started as a slick but slightly anaemic groovebox just got a shot of mutant adrenaline thanks to the Schwung hack—think classic synths, dirty sound engines, and a workflow that finally doesn’t suck. Expect sarcasm, memes, and more than a few sideways glances at corporate bloat, as AudioPilz tears into firmware 2.0 and the wild, community-driven world of hacked hardware. If you thought Move was just for Ableton nerds, think again: this one’s a toaster-fight in a rave bunker.

Ableton Move, Access Virus, Roland JV-880, Yamaha DX7

23. May 2026

Pick Yourself

Pick Yourself’s Hypnotic Secret Sauce: A Sound Designer’s Outback Adventure

TAS

Ever wondered why your tracks sound like a flat beer at a bush doof while the pros are serving hypnotic bangers that breathe and morph like a didgeridoo in a sandstorm? Pick Yourself’s latest video is a proper masterclass in wrangling weirdness, laying out a wild workflow that’ll have your tunes pulsing and evolving like a kangaroo on a caffeine trip. From modular-inspired concepts to feedback loops threatening to fry your speakers, this is a ride through techno’s untamed outback. If you’re keen to push your Ableton game beyond the backyard BBQ, pull up a chair and get ready for … Read more

22. May 2026

Akai Professional

Akai Professional Delivers Tape Saturation Mojo: AIR Tape Saturator for MPC and DAW Workflows

LYRA

Akai Professional’s AIR Tape Saturator plugin promises to inject classic analog tape warmth into your modern MPC or DAW setup. In this official walkthrough, the plugin’s architecture is laid bare—showcasing a suite of controls that let you dial in everything from subtle glue to aggressive tape drive. With multiple saturation models, tape speed and condition tweaks, and a thoughtful auto makeup gain system, Akai aims to bridge the gap between vintage character and contemporary workflow. We break down how these features translate into real-world sound shaping and mixing, and where the plugin fits within Akai’s broader Tape Effects Collection.

22. May 2026

Yamaha Synths Official

Yamaha Synths Official Unveils KDx: A New Era of Visual Editing for Yamaha Synthesizers

LYRA

KDx, Yamaha Synths Official’s latest software-based editor, aims to revolutionize how musicians interact with a broad range of Yamaha synthesizers. Presented by Kier Darby at Superbooth 2026, this web-based environment brings hands-on, visual editing to the AN-X, FM-X, and AWM2 engines, as well as expanded integration with devices like Seqtrak and Reface DX. The video walks through KDx’s real-time parameter control, live set management, and deep sound design workflows, all without generating sound itself. For anyone invested in Yamaha’s synth ecosystem, KDx promises a streamlined, visually rich approach to complex editing tasks—though, as always, the proof will be in the … Read more