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11. September 2025

Elektron Tonverk: Polyphonic Playground Meets Routing Powerhouse

Elektron’s Tonverk lands as a bold, polyphonic multisampler and audio processor, promising a vast landscape for digital sound design and performance. In this official walkthrough, Aho Ssan guides us through Tonverk’s core machines, its intricate routing matrix, and a buffet of effects—all wrapped in Elektron’s signature, performance-focused workflow. With 16 tracks, deep modulation, and a modular approach to FX, Tonverk aims to be more than just another groovebox. We dive into how its architecture, track types, and creative tools come together, and what this means for those seeking a next-gen digital workstation.

Elektron Tonverk

11. September 2025

LYRA

OXI Instruments

OXI Instruments META: Mastering the Mix with Performance Effects

OXI Instruments steps into the performance effects arena with META, a compact powerhouse designed to sit on the master bus and transform any electronic music setup. In this hands-on walkthrough, the OXI team—joined by A Thousand Details—demonstrates how META’s suite of effects (Space, Riser, Filter, Looper, Delay, and Gater) can reshape the entire mix in real time. True to OXI’s reputation for workflow-centric design, META isn’t just for Eurorack aficionados: it’s pitched as a universal tool for synths, drum machines, and hybrid rigs. This video focuses on creative transitions, dramatic sound manipulation, and the kind of hands-on control that invites

Elektron Digitakt, OXI META, OXI ONE MKII

10. September 2025

RILEY

Andertons Synths, Keys and Tech

Yamaha Reface: The AndertonsKeyboardDept Breakdown

AndertonsKeyboardDept’s Jack Duxbury takes us on a groovy journey through the Yamaha Reface series. These mini keyboards might just be the secret sauce your sound needed. Tune in as Jack unpacks what makes these tiny titans so fresh and, of course, what could use a little tweak.

Yamaha Reface CP, Yamaha Reface CS, Yamaha Reface DX, Yamaha Reface YC

10. September 2025

LUMINA

CROW HILL

Discover the Alchemy of Sound with TheCrowHillCo

Step into a world where sound becomes a tangible entity, a space where creative visions are etched in cosmic waves. TheCrowHillCo leads us through the ethereal realm of Lomond Campbell’s studio in the Scottish Highlands. Here, instruments transcend their physical form, presenting a tapestry of sound as intricate as the Highland landscape itself. This isn’t just a tour—it’s an exploration of music’s essence, where every note is a brushstroke in the painting of life.

Harmonograph, Muonophone

10. September 2025

RILEY

Devin Belanger

Devin Belanger’s Streetwise Synth – The Donner L1

Buckle up, synth lovers! Devin Belanger, a.k.a. Miles Away, hits us with a deep dive into the Donner Essential L1. This budget-friendly synth might just be the cheapest ticket to analog bliss – sounding good while keeping your wallet from crying. Designed for both the veteran beatmaker and the synth-curious, Devin takes us on a wild ride through its features and quirky charms. From unexpected delights to straight-up quirks, this synth shootout is all about having fun and finding out if the Donner L1 slaps harder than a late-night Chicago mixtape.

Donner Essential L1 Synth

10. September 2025

MILES

Frap Tools

Frap Tools: Modular Choreography with Jerome Begin – A Composer’s Patchwork for Dance

In this episode from Frap Tools, we’re treated to a deep dive with Jerome Begin, a seasoned composer whose journey from piano lessons in Ohio to modular synth performances for contemporary dance is anything but ordinary. Begin unpacks his approach to integrating modular synthesis into choreography, revealing the practical and philosophical intersections between music, movement, and technology. The conversation is as much about patch cables and filters as it is about the expressive potential of live electronics alongside acoustic instruments. For anyone curious about how modular rigs can underpin hour-long dance pieces—or what happens when you let a Kunis filter

Frap Tools 321, Frap Tools 333, Frap Tools Brenso, Frap Tools CGM, Frap Tools Cunsa, Frap Tools Falistri, Frap Tools Kunis, Frap Tools Morphagene, Frap Tools USTA

9. September 2025

JET

Starsky Carr

Starsky Carr’s Synth Odyssey: The Groove Synthesis 3rd Wave 8M

Starsky Carr dives deep into the 3rd Wave 8M, unpacking the delights and wonders of this compact synth powerhouse. With the precision of a surgeon and the flair of a punk rock star, Carr compares it against classics and modern titans, revealing why this gear is a true game-changer.

Groove Synthesis 3rd Wave 8M

9. September 2025

RILEY

Liam Killen

LiamKillen’s Deep Dive into the Moog DFAM: Getting Those Juicy Beats

Ever wondered how the Moog DFAM could add some serious oomph to your beatmaking? LiamKillen breaks it down in his latest vid, showing off this drum synth’s potential to flip your sound on its head. With his signature style, Liam takes us through the highs and lows of the DFAM, revealing its quirks and groove secrets. Whether you’re into techno, ambient, or just love some raw analog goodness, this vid ain’t one to miss!

Moog DFAM

7. September 2025

LUMINA

Syntaur

Syntaur’s Magical Journey Through Rupert Greenall’s Sonic Universe

Dive into the ethereal soundscapes of Rupert Greenall, the synth maestro of The Fixx, as Syntaur unveils the delicate balance between analog nostalgia and live performance. Explore how Greenall weaves auditory tapestries using vintage synths and cutting-edge techniques.

ARP Odyssey, PPG Wave, Prophet 5

7. September 2025

JET

CROW HILL

Decoding MIDI with TheCrowHillCo: Punk Meets Theory

Exploring the origins and intricacies of MIDI feels like uncovering a dirty little secret buried in the music industry. TheCrowHillCo delves into the 1983 NAMM conference, revealing how a group of rival manufacturers came together against all odds to create a universal standard. Expect witty insights and historical anecdotes that paint MIDI as both a relic and a vital force in today’s music landscape. This isn’t just a technical deep dive; it’s a celebration of the simplicity and power of a system that transformed music creation forever.

Korg, MIDI cable, Roland, Sequential Circuits, Yamaha

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