If you think all dual oscillators are created equal, The Unperson is here to slap you out of your modular daydream. In this deep-dive, we get the Make Noise DPO thrown into the rave bunker, twisted, folded, and FM’d until it’s spitting out tones you didn’t know your speakers could handle. Expect a no-nonsense, hands-on tour with plenty of jams, sync tricks, and enough patching chaos to make your head spin. The Unperson’s style is all about getting dirty with the gear, so don’t expect a dry manual—this is pure sonic exploration, and it’s as fun as it is unpredictable.

Happy Nerding FX Aid (MFX), Intellijel Quad VCA, Make Noise DPO, Nobula Echo Cinematic, Oxi One, Pamela’s New Workout (PAMS), Vostok Atlas

2. March 2026

Woody Piano Shack

Woody Piano Shack Unleashes the Juno-D: 80s Synthwave, Sequencer Gripes & Sonic Gold

SPARKY

Woody Piano Shack takes the Roland Juno-D for a spin, diving headfirst into synthwave nostalgia and showing off just how lush, punchy, and glassy this underrated keyboard can sound. If you like your pop grooves dripping with 80s DNA and want to know if the Juno-D is a secret street weapon or just another plastic pretender, this is your jam. Expect a no-fluff run-through of the sequencer’s highs and lows, some seamless patch magic, and a healthy dose of British banter. Spoiler: Woody’s not afraid to call out the missing features, but he’s also got plenty of love for the … Read more

Roland JUNO-D

2. March 2026

MusicRadar Tech

MusicRadar Tech Gets Dirty: Ableton Distortion Devices Unleashed

SPARKY

Distortion isn’t just about turning your mix into a fried breakfast – it’s a secret weapon for everything from punchy subs to lo-fi nostalgia. In this hands-on masterclass, MusicRadar Tech’s Tom Glendinning dives into Ableton Live’s built-in distortion arsenal, showing off tricks that’ll make your 808s scream and your chords sizzle. Expect gritty tips, clever hacks, and a few curveballs that’ll have you rethinking those stock effects. If you think you know Saturator, Redux, and Erosion, think again – this video is a rave bunker of sound design ideas. Grab your headphones, because the real magic is best experienced with … Read more

Ableton Live, Cabinet, Dynamic Tube, Erosion, Overdrive, Pedal, Redux, Saturator

1. March 2026

sunwarper

sunwarper Unleashes the SEQTRAK 2.0: Groovebox Gets Gritty, Sampler Still Sulks

SPARKY

Yamaha’s SEQTRAK just got a 2.0 update, and sunwarper’s here to drag it through the rave bunker. If you’re into grooveboxes that do more than just tickle the surface, this one’s got some new tricks—think drum tracks moonlighting as synths and a workflow that’s finally less of a toaster-fight. But don’t get too excited: the sampler’s still stuck in 1999, and sunwarper doesn’t let that slide. If you want the real dirt, plus a few workflow hacks, this video’s got the goods (and the gripes) in classic sunwarper style.

Yamaha SEQTRAK

1. March 2026

TAETRO

TAETRO’s Push 3 Standalone Reality Check: No Laptop, No Problem?

RILEY

Ever wondered if the Ableton Push 3 Standalone really lives up to the hype after the honeymoon phase? TAETRO, the groove guru with a knack for slicing samples and keeping it real, spills the beans on what it’s like to use this box for years—no computer attached. From late-night beat sessions to the quirks that’ll have you scrolling like you’re doomscrolling Twitter, this video is a streetwise deep dive. If you’re tired of spec sheets and want the real talk on workflow, firmware glow-ups, and why these pads slap, TAETRO’s got you. Grab a cheap beer and let’s get into … Read more

Ableton Push 3 Standalone

1. March 2026

Sanjay C

Sonic Blueprints: Sanjay C Journeys Through Teddy Riley’s Nebula

LUMINA

Step into the resonant corridors of musical history as Sanjay C invites us into the orbit of Teddy Riley—the architect whose sound shaped the pulse of generations. This is more than an interview; it’s a drift through the magnetic fields of creativity, where faith, adversity, and innovation swirl into the signature frequencies of New Jack Swing. Sanjay C’s immersive, approachable style draws out the ghosts and glimmers behind the hits, revealing how mindset eclipses machinery and how every note is a step out of darkness. Prepare to float through stories where each chord is a lifeline, and legacy is written … Read more

1. March 2026

Bthelick

Bthelick’s Captain Plugins Review: EDM Groove in a Box or Just Another Hype?

RILEY

Ever wish you could whip up club-ready beats and lush chord progressions without breaking a sweat—or the bank? Bthelick, the straight-shooting dance music producer, dives deep into the Captain plugin suite to see if it’s the secret sauce for EDM heads. Expect honest takes, workflow hacks, and a few spicy complaints about quirks that’ll make you laugh and nod. If you’re tired of plugins that feel like a college exam, this review is your shortcut to finding out if Captain’s got the street cred to earn a spot in your DAW. Spoiler: this box might slap harder than your grandma’s … Read more

1. March 2026

Patrick Breen

Patrick Breen’s MPK Mini 4 Throwdown: One Box, One Song, All Vibes

RILEY

Ever wondered if you could cook up a full track with nothing but a budget MIDI keyboard and some bundled sounds? Patrick Breen dives headfirst into the Akai MPK Mini 4, wringing every drop of groove from its Studio Instrument Collection. If you’re the type who loves flipping beats on a shoestring and wants to see if this box really slaps, Patrick’s got your back. Expect street-smart tips, a no-nonsense breakdown, and enough tasty presets to make your DAW sweat. This isn’t just a review—it’s a beatmaker’s mixtape in video form.