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3. April 2025

Expressive E’s Osmose: Unlocking MPE Expression in Software Synths

Expressive E’s Osmose isn’t just another MIDI controller—it’s a flagship MPE keyboard designed to inject unprecedented nuance and physicality into software synth workflows. In this detailed tutorial, Expressive E (with Josh Madoff at the helm) demonstrates how Osmose bridges the gap between tactile performance and digital sound design, focusing on MPE-compatible plugins and the company’s own Expressive Suite. The video moves from setup basics through hands-on mapping, then into a showcase of tailored presets and even creative hacks for non-MPE synths. For anyone interested in the architecture of expressive control, this is a deep dive into how Osmose can transform

Ableton Drift, Baby Audio BA-1, Cherry Audio DCO-106, Legend HZ by Synapse Audio, Myth by Dawson, Noisy 2, Osmose, Phase Plant, Vital

3. April 2025

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MAKEN0ISE

Make Noise MultiMod: Replicating and Shifting CV in Modular Melodies

In this latest video from Make Noise, the Asheville-based modular mavericks dive deep into the MultiMod module’s knack for replicating and shifting quantized pitch CV across multiple oscillators. True to Make Noise’s exploratory spirit, the demonstration isn’t just about technical prowess—it’s a hands-on journey through phase-shifted melodies, gestural control, and creative voltage routing. If you’re curious about how MultiMod can transform your melodic sequences, or how time base and phase delays can sculpt evolving soundscapes, this walkthrough offers a patch-oriented perspective with plenty of practical examples. Expect arpeggios, rhythmic interplay, and a few classic Maths cycling tricks along the way.

CUPAS, DXG, Maths, Multimod, René

3. April 2025

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Behringer

Behringer 2-XM: Analog Firepower in Eurorack Form – A Deep Dive

Behringer, never shy of channeling classic analog legends, brings us the 2-XM—a polyphonic synthesizer aimed squarely at vintage sound enthusiasts and modular aficionados alike. In their latest video, the brand walks us through the 2-XM’s architecture, inspired by a revered 1970s expander module, and demonstrates its dual-voice, multi-mode filter magic. With a focus on raw oscillator tone, filter versatility, and flexible routing, the 2-XM is positioned as both a creative powerhouse and a modular-friendly workhorse. We take a patch-oriented look at what Behringer showcases, from the synth’s fat VCOs to its stereo tricks and Eurorack integration.

Behringer 2-XM

3. April 2025

LYRA

RolandChannel

RolandChannel’s SP-404MKII V5 Update: A Hybrid Workflow Powerhouse for DJs and Producers

RolandChannel’s latest video dives deep into the SP-404MKII Version 5 update, positioning this beloved sampler as a formidable bridge between DJ performance and studio beatmaking. With native integration for Serato DJ Lite/Pro and Serato Studio, the update transforms the SP-404MKII into a hands-on controller and audio interface, unlocking new creative workflows for both DJs and producers. The walkthrough highlights how the device’s tactile controls, signature effects, and expanded software connectivity empower users to manipulate tracks, stems, and samples in real time—without ever reaching for a mouse. If you’re curious about how digital-analog hybrids can streamline your set or studio session,

Roland SP-404MKII, Serato DJ Lite, Serato DJ Pro, Serato Studio

2. April 2025

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Frap Tools

Frap Tools Bagài: Turning Aliasing into Analogue Alchemy

Aliasing is usually the bane of digital audio, but Frap Tools flips the script with Bagài, an all-analogue module that weaponises this artefact for creative sound design. In their latest video, Frap Tools demonstrates how Bagài’s sample and hold circuit, paired with flexible clocking and bit crushing, transforms unwanted digital grit into a palette of evolving textures and modulation sources. As ever, Frap Tools’ approach is both methodical and musical, offering a glimpse into how a well-designed utility can become the secret sauce in a modular patch. If you thought aliasing was just a digital nuisance, this demo might just

Frap Tools Bagài, Frap Tools Brenso, Frap Tools CGM, Frap Tools Falistri, Frap Tools Kunsa

30. March 2025

LYRA

Moog Music

Moog Music and ROMES: Hybrid Drums Meet Sub 37 Synthesis

ROMES, the genre-bending duo, team up with Moog Music to unveil a performance workflow that blurs the lines between live drumming and analog synthesis. In this official Moog video, the brothers break down their innovative setup: acoustic drums triggering the Moog Sub 37 via MIDI, all orchestrated through a hybrid rig that includes Ableton and clever MIDI routing. The result is a dynamic, improvisational environment where rhythm and synth lines become inseparable. For those curious about integrating hardware synths with live instruments, this is a masterclass in creative, real-time control and digital–analog synergy.

Moog Sub 37

27. March 2025

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MAKEN0ISE

Make Noise MultiMod: Orbits, Abstractions and Eightfold CV Mayhem

Make Noise, the Asheville-based purveyors of modular oddities, return with the MultiMod—a module that throws conventional metaphors out the airlock in favour of planetary orbits and abstract signal choreography. In their latest video, the Make Noise team walks us through the MultiMod’s ability to generate and manipulate multiple control voltages simultaneously, sidestepping the usual tape loop and buffer analogies for a more cosmic approach. With eight independent outputs, shifting speeds, and a suite of shape controls, this module promises to be a playground for those who see their Eurorack as a solar system of modulation. If you’re after a tool

Make Noise MultiMod

26. March 2025

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Bastl Instruments

Bastl Instruments: Sync Drift and the Art of Modular Space Echo

Bastl Instruments returns with a deep dive into live modular performance, this time with John Dee at the helm, orchestrating a Eurorack setup that’s equal parts precision and unpredictability. The video is a showcase of Bastl’s own modules—Basil, 1983, Neo Trinity, Pizza—woven together with the Michigan Synthworks MSW810 and M8 sequencer. Expect a journey through synchronized LFOs, real-time delay manipulation, and the kind of organic modulation that makes a patch feel alive. If you’re curious how a modular rig can drift, sync, and surprise all at once, this is a performance worth dissecting.

Bastl 1983, Bastl Aikido, Bastl Basil, Bastl Cinnamon, Bastl Neo Trinity, Bastl Pizza, M8, Michigan Synthworks MSW810

21. March 2025

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Moog Music

Moog Music’s Geddy Lee Minimoog Model D: A Red-Hot Tribute to Prog Legacy

Moog Music returns with a flourish, unveiling the Geddy Lee Minimoog Model D—a synth that’s as much a nod to progressive rock’s storied past as it is a modern instrument for today’s players. This official Moog video spotlights the custom satin red finish and unique circuit tweaks, while Geddy Lee himself reflects on the Minimoog’s role in shaping Rush’s iconic sound. With hot-rodded VCA, MIDI integration, and a legacy that spans decades, this Model D aims to inspire both nostalgia and new sonic adventures. For anyone who’s ever wondered how a synth can become a bandmate, this is essential viewing.

Geddy Lee Minimoog Model D, Moog Taurus pedals

21. March 2025

LYRA

Elektron

Elektron Digitakt II OS 1.10: A Deep-Dive into the New Digital Arsenal

Elektron’s Digitakt II receives a significant upgrade with OS 1.10, and the official Elektron channel wastes no time showcasing the headline features. This isn’t just a bugfix patch—think new filter types, expanded modulation, mono sampling, and workflow enhancements that push the Digitakt II further into hybrid territory. As always, Elektron’s nerdy-yet-musical approach is on full display, focusing on how these digital tools translate into real-world creative workflows. We break down what’s demonstrated, what’s implied, and where the update leaves room for further exploration.

Digitakt II

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