21. November 2025

RILEY

Bolo Da Producer Breaks Down Cubase’s Lasting Appeal

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Bolo Da Producer Breaks Down Cubase’s Lasting Appeal

Why is Cubase still the go-to DAW for so many? Join Bolo Da Producer as he demystifies the allure of Cubase, delves into the fresh updates of version 15, and debates its place in music history. With a playful style and deep insight, Bolo gives us the lowdown on why this trusty software continues to punch above its weight.

21. November 2025

RILEY

Sweetwater and Lari Basilio: Crafting Signature Soundscapes

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Sweetwater and Lari Basilio: Crafting Signature Soundscapes

Join Lari Basilio as she takes us on a sonic journey with Sweetwater. From her spontaneous songwriting flair to her signature Ibanez LB-1 guitar’s unique vibes, discover how she keeps the joy of music alive. This video is a must-watch for anyone who grooves to the beat of live performances and signature sounds.

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21. November 2025

RILEY

Unraveling the Groove: Free Beat’s 2025 Take on the OP-Z

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Unraveling the Groove: Free Beat’s 2025 Take on the OP-Z

In the wild world of 2025, Free Beat throws shade and love on the Teenage Engineering OP-Z, a groovebox that’s still top of its game against newer gear like the OP-XY. Prepare for a funky trip through a synth wizard’s journey with heartfelt tales, nerdy specs, and stage-worthy hacks. All wrapped in a story of nostalgia and sonic innovation. Dive in!

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21. November 2025

JET

LOOK MUM NO COMPUTER Takes the Compton Organ for a Punk Science Spin

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LOOK MUM NO COMPUTER Takes the Compton Organ for a Punk Science Spin

If you think church organs are all about dusty hymns and tweed jackets, LOOK MUM NO COMPUTER is here to smash that illusion with a soldering iron. In this wild ride, he dives headfirst into the electrostatic tone wheels of the Compton organ, poking at lethal voltages and wrangling ancient circuits like a mad scientist at a squat rave. Expect sparks, dodgy wiring, and the kind of sonic experiments that’d make most museum curators faint. This isn’t just a history lesson—it’s a full-on circuit-bending brawl with the ghosts of British organ tech.

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Jameson Nathan Jones: Composing Beyond the Gear Mirage

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Jameson Nathan Jones: Composing Beyond the Gear Mirage

As Black Friday’s siren song tempts us with new synths and plugins, Jameson Nathan Jones drifts through the fog of consumer desire to reveal a deeper compositional truth. In his signature poetic style, Jones invites us to strip away the magnetic allure of gear and rediscover the emotional resonance of intentional notecraft. This video is not just a critique—it’s a gentle call to reclaim the narrative of our music, to let sequences bloom and harmonies breathe. For those lost in the endless nebula of sound design, Jones offers a map back to the heart of creation.

21. November 2025

SPARKY

Starsky Carr Unleashes the Beetlecrab Tempera V2.2: Granular Mayhem Gets a Dirty Upgrade

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Starsky Carr Unleashes the Beetlecrab Tempera V2.2: Granular Mayhem Gets a Dirty Upgrade

Starsky Carr dives headfirst into the Beetlecrab Tempera’s V2.2 update, and let’s just say this isn’t your nan’s granular synth. With new tricks like Euclidean sequencing, master dirtification, and poly aftertouch, Tempera is now a full-on rave bunker in a box. Starsky’s trademark deep-dive style slices through the interface weirdness, showing off everything from crunchy new effects to workflow tweaks that actually make sense. If you want to hear Anthony Hopkins rage against the dying of the light through a haze of digital chaos, this is the walkthrough you need. Strap in—this one’s for the hardware heads who like their

21. November 2025

LYRA

Akai Professional’s MPK Mini IV: Deep Integration with Ableton Live Lite Unpacked

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Akai Professional’s MPK Mini IV: Deep Integration with Ableton Live Lite Unpacked

Akai Professional’s MPK Mini IV steps confidently into the world of compact MIDI controllers, promising seamless integration with Ableton Live Lite and a workflow that keeps producers in the creative zone. In this official walkthrough, Akai’s own Taetro demonstrates not just the initial setup but the nuanced interplay between hardware and DAW, from hands-on mixing to dynamic clip launching. The focus is on how the MPK Mini IV’s dual modes, transport controls, and performance features translate into real-world music production and live performance. For anyone curious about how Akai’s latest controller bridges tactile control and digital flexibility, this video is

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21. November 2025

LYRA

Novation Launchkey MK4: Building Tracks and Workflows from Scratch

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Novation Launchkey MK4: Building Tracks and Workflows from Scratch

Novation’s Launchkey MK4 steps into the spotlight as a MIDI controller designed for both production and performance, tightly integrated with Ableton Live Lite. In this official walkthrough, Rob demonstrates how the Launchkey’s creative features—Scale Mode, Chord Map, onboard Sequencer, and more—streamline the process of building a full track from the ground up. The video is a practical, hands-on journey through chord creation, bass and lead programming, drum sequencing, and live performance tricks, all using stock Ableton devices. For anyone curious about how digital workflow tools translate into real-world music making, this is a revealing look at Launchkey’s architecture and its

21. November 2025

MILES

Bastl Instruments & Oliver Torr: Building Sonic Worlds, One Patch at a Time

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Bastl Instruments & Oliver Torr: Building Sonic Worlds, One Patch at a Time

Step into the world of Oliver Torr, where sound design blurs into speculative fiction and every patch cable is a portal to a new reality. In this Bastl Instruments feature, Oliver unpacks his approach to world-building through sound, using the Citadel and Kastle 2 Wave Bard as tools for controlled chaos and creative exploration. The video is less a product demo and more a philosophical jam session, revealing how personal sample packs, environmental recordings, and a dash of unpredictability can transform modular improvisation. Bastl’s open, community-driven ethos is the perfect backdrop for this journey—reminding us that sometimes, the best sounds

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