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AlexBallMusic dives into a peculiar corner of Korg’s history, showcasing the long-lost MU-5000 sound module. Discover the abandoned 1985 music computer system, its crusty 80s charm, and why it faded into obscurity.
16. May 2025
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When it comes to powering synths, Devin Belanger, or Miles Away, has found his groove. The Walrus Canvas Power HP+ is his secret sauce, and it might just be the solution your setup’s been craving. Get ready for laughs, insights, and some serious synth jam action.
Arturia Mini Freak, Chase Bliss Thermae, Electron Boxes, ErikaSynth Perk On's HD01, Poly End Synth, Walrus Canvas Power HP+
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sinewaymusic is back with a breakdown of the MiniFreak, a synth that promises to tear down the walls of traditional hardware and blend seamlessly into digital production. From analog filters to a digital VST sidekick, this hybrid beast is redefining the music-making game with effortless integration and wickedly versatile sound design tools. Get ready for a sound trip that changes everything. If you’ve ever wished for less fuss and more groove, this one’s for you.
16. May 2025
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Imagine the Analog Four MKII as a drum machine, stripped of pretension and ready to punch through the sonic landscape. Join LiamKillen in a wild exploration as he turns this misunderstood beast into a rhythm juggernaut, all while sticking a cheeky finger up to conventional sound design.
16. May 2025
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At Superbooth 2025, synthanatomy takes us on a mesmerizing exploration of U-he’s Zebra 3. This alpha-stage modular synth plugin invites creative possibilities with its new filter architectures and expanded FM capabilities, embodying a true narrative of sound evolution.
16. May 2025
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Get ready to plunge into the heart of “Blue Monday” with Doctormix as he unravels the secrets behind this iconic track. Claudio Passavanti, the man behind Doctormix, combines his technical prowess and boundless enthusiasm to recreate every beat and synth line from scratch. Expect an adventure filled with vintage gear, clever sequencing, and a hefty dose of nerdy charm that only Doctormix can deliver.
DMX Drum Machine, Lexicon 224, Sequential Prophet 6, Smart EQ 4
16. May 2025
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Starsky Carr is back, and this time he’s brewing up a storm by cramming the retro goodness of Prophet VS waves into the Behringer WAVE, opening a Pandora’s box of sonic chaos. If chewy wavetables and gritty tones are your flavour, you won’t want to miss how Starsky sets the stage for an auditory pub brawl of epic proportions.
16. May 2025
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Intellijel, the Canadian modular stalwart, dives deep into the granular world with their Multigrain module, and this video is all about synchronising those grains to external clocks. The focus is on the Sync Input and how it transforms the module’s behaviour, letting you lock grain rates to your wider Eurorack system. Expect a clear, patch-oriented walkthrough, with practical demonstrations of how linking controls like Size and Rate can yield everything from tight rhythmic pulses to overlapping textures. If you’re after granular precision or creative chaos in your rack, this is a must-watch for understanding Multigrain’s sync tricks.
Intellijel 62HP 4U Palette Case, Intellijel MIDI 1U, Intellijel MultiGrain, Intellijel Stereo I/O 1U, Intellijel Tangrams, Intellijel Tête, Intellijel Tetrapad, Intellijel XY I/O 1U
16. May 2025
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Nordkeyboards teams up with LA-based keyboardist and producer Elijah Fox to unveil a signature sound bank for the Nord Wave 2. This curated collection of 25 patches is designed to inspire improvisation and composition, blending analog warmth with modern influences from artists like Radiohead and Khruangbin. The video walks us through the creative process, highlighting how these sounds are tailored for both studio sessions and live jams. As always with Nord, the focus is on musicality, versatility, and hands-on performance, offering a fresh palette for adventurous players.
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UDO Audio returns with another Patchwork episode, this time enlisting Hazel Mills to dissect and reconstruct the iconic bass synth from The Knife’s ‘Heartbeats’ using the Super 8. The video is a hands-on exploration of classic sound design techniques—pulse width modulation and oscillator sync—showcasing the Super 8’s knack for nailing both subtle movement and massive, layered tones. As always with UDO, the focus is on immediate playability and sonic depth, with Hazel’s patching process revealing both the strengths and creative quirks of this British hybrid polysynth. If you’re after a synth that invites experimentation and rewards careful modulation, this is