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Hidden lo-fi tricks and sound hacks await in SONWU’s latest dive into the teenage engineering KOII. Discover how this box can slap with a new lo-fi mode, transforming samples into gritty gems. For beatmakers wanting that old-school sampler vibe without breaking the bank.
12. April 2025
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Ever wondered what a synth built for wind instruments could do when pushed into the realm of gritty industrial techno sounds? VultureCulture takes the Erica Synths Steampipe and flips it on its head. From metallic clanks to earth-shaking bass, this video showcases unexpected sonic chaos. Not just another synth review, this is a journey into sound design territory that might just blow your speakers.
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In a groovebox duel for the ages, sinewaymusic pits two titans against each other: Ableton Push 3 Standalone vs. Akai MPC Live II. Who will reign supreme in this ultimate beat battle? Let’s dive into sinewaymusic’s decisive, and possibly controversial, verdict!
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AudioPilz dives into the standalone chaos that is Maschine+. Does this gadget hit the musical sweet spot, or is it just another overhyped piece of kit? From its missing updates to its tantalisingly retro plug-ins, let’s explore whether this Maschine is a symphony or a smash-up.
12. April 2025
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Yo, ever think your studio setup needs a street food overhaul? RapidFlow_Shop hit us with a mind-blowing hack using a low-latency interface that changes the entire game. It’s all about routing every sound through your DAW for that ‘just right’ vibe on-the-fly. Forget about those science-degree specs; this video dives right into the beatmaker’s sweet spot!
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12. April 2025
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Intellijel’s Multigrain module lands firmly in the creative sandbox for modular heads, offering a stereo morphing granular sampler that’s all about hands-on sound manipulation. In their typically clear and practical style, Intellijel’s official walkthrough takes us from panel tour to patching tricks, showing how Multigrain’s grain controls, scene morphing, and modulation options open up a world of evolving textures. This article unpacks the video’s key demonstrations, focusing on what Multigrain brings to a real rack: from tactile sound selection and granular shaping to external modulation and sample workflows. If you’re curious about how this module might slot into your own
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Novation’s Circuit Rhythm steps into the spotlight as a sample-based groovebox, and in this official video, we see it pushed beyond basic beatmaking into the realm of creative dub-techno manipulation. Dylan takes a classic breakbeat and, using Circuit Rhythm’s slice mode and pattern tools, transforms it into a set of evolving, performance-ready grooves. Novation’s practical, artist-focused ethos is on full display: the workflow is fast, hands-on, and designed for both newcomers and seasoned producers. If you’re curious about how Circuit Rhythm’s sample manipulation and pattern chaining can energize your tracks, this walkthrough delivers a clear, no-nonsense look at its core
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Make Noise, the Asheville-based champions of modular mischief, return with a deep dive into MultiMod’s more eccentric read shapes. This official walkthrough eschews the usual smooth LFO fare, instead focusing on staircase, ramp, and randomised orbits—each offering a different flavour of discontinuity. The video methodically demonstrates how these shapes can be harnessed for everything from stepped modulations to unpredictable gate streams, all while keeping the patching practical and the metaphors suitably crunchy. For those interested in sound design that’s more coleslaw than consommé, this is a must-watch.
9. April 2025
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Frap Tools returns with a deep-dive into modular composition, as Francesco Gennari unpacks his latest étude, “Studio No. 2.” This video is a rare treat for anyone obsessed with stereo imaging, as Gennari demonstrates the art of crafting two-note dyads that dance across the stereo field. From piano sketches to a fully realised Eurorack patch, the walkthrough covers everything from using filters as oscillators to sequencing evolving patterns with the USTA. Expect a meticulous breakdown of patching, modulation, and the integration of external effects, all delivered with Frap Tools’ signature attention to sonic detail and workflow.
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3. April 2025
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Nord Keyboards teams up with acclaimed producer and keyboardist Daniel Weatherspoon to deliver a signature sound bank for the Nord Grand 2, pushing the limits of storytelling through sound design. In this official walkthrough, Weatherspoon demonstrates how his personal approach to layering, effects, and dynamic control transforms the Nord Grand 2 into a versatile narrative instrument. From intricate crossfades to expressive multi-layered patches, the video offers a deep dive into both the creative philosophy and technical possibilities of this premium stage piano. For digital instrument enthusiasts, this is a revealing look at how architecture and workflow can shape musical expression.