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15. October 2025

ROLI Piano: Expressive Control Meets Digital Workflow – A Deep Dive with ROLI

ROLI, the London-based innovator behind the Seaboard and LUMI, steps into the spotlight once again with the ROLI Piano—a digital instrument designed to bridge expressive performance and modern DAW integration. In their latest quick start guide, ROLI’s own Marcus walks through the unboxing, setup, and the first steps into a world of illuminated keys, polyphonic aftertouch, and Bluetooth connectivity. This isn’t just another MIDI controller: it’s a statement on how digital architecture and user interface can empower creative workflows. We take a close look at the features, software integration, and performance tools that set the ROLI Piano apart, while noting

ROLI Piano

15. October 2025

LYRA

Arturia

Arturia’s Bus TRANSIENT: Sculpting Mixes with Multiband Precision

Arturia’s Bus TRANSIENT steps into the spotlight as a multi-band transient shaper, promising to redefine how producers approach clarity and punch in electronic music mixes. In this official track breakdown, Arturia demonstrates the plugin’s reach across drums, bass, vocals, and more, showing off its ability to carve, glue, and energize a full arrangement. The focus here is on workflow: how Bus TRANSIENT’s architecture and feature set translate into practical, creative mixing moves. If you’re curious about how digital transient shaping can transform your tracks, this video offers a detailed, hands-on look—direct from the source.

Arturia Bus TRANSIENT

14. October 2025

RILEY

Tefty Music Tech

Jamming with teftymusictech: How to Get Groovy with MPC Advanced CV Tools

Ready to dive into the world of advanced CV tools with teftymusictech? Unpack your MPC Live 3 and gear up for a session where synths come alive like never before. Let’s navigate the realm of beatmaking magic and learn some wicked street-smarts for your next audio adventure.

Moog Labyrinth, Moog Matriarch, MPC Live 3, UA Volt 476P

14. October 2025

RILEY

Underdog Electronic Music School

Dub Delay Tricks with OscarUnderdog: A Streetwise Spin

Yo, ever wondered how to spice up your beats with some gritty textures and echoes? OscarUnderdog’s got the dub delay tricks to turn your tracks into a mad soundscape, showing us how to sculpt sounds like a street artist with a mixtape and a can of spray paint. Jump into the world of rhythmic echoes and let those beats thump!

Bennydub Pedal

14. October 2025

RILEY

Gabe Miller Music

Unpacking MPC Magic with GabeMillerMusic

GabeMillerMusic takes us on a rhythmic ride into the latest MPC updates, showcasing the clip launching feature that’s turning heads. With his signature flair, Gabe dives into the MPC Pro Pack and firmware 3.6, revealing all the tricks and treats for beatmakers. Ready for an MPC deep dive?

MPC Live III, MPC One

14. October 2025

LUMINA

Starsky Carr

StarskyCarr’s AI Odyssey: Crafting Echoes of Radiohead

In a cosmic dance between human art and artificial intelligence, StarskyCarr ventures into the heart of sound, wielding AI as his brush. Discover the echoes of Radiohead awash in unfamiliar hues, as AI wavers between homage and the unexpected familiarity of Coldplay. This exploration of sonic landscapes reveals the tension and poetry when technology kisses creativity.

Suno AI

14. October 2025

JET

Metamyther

Metamyther’s Kick Drum Cage Match: A Eurorack Rumble

Battling it out in the Eurorack arena, Metamyther tackles ten kick drum modules with the ferocity of a punk gig. If you’re looking for neck-snapping beats and gritty bass, this showdown delivers hefty punches with each module. Explore the offerings from Jomox to Erica Synths and discover which kicks will own your tracks.

ALM MCO II, Endorphin.es Queen of Pentacles, Erica Synths Bass Drum 2, Erica Synths LXR-02, Jomox Modbase 09 MK II, Knobula Kickain, Mutable Instruments Plaits, Noise Engineering Tymp Legio, Patching Panda Blast, WMD Crater

13. October 2025

JET

SoulBrix Music

soulbrixofficial Takes Us Under the Elektron Digitakt Iceberg

Dive headfirst into the electrifying world of Elektron’s Digitakt as soulbrixofficial unearths the mid-tier mysteries lurking beneath the surface. From machines to legendary tricks, this video is a raucous journey through electronic music’s best-kept secrets. Grab a pint, turn up the volume, and explore the sonic chaos that is the Digitakt.

Elektron Digitakt

12. October 2025

RILEY

Sweetwater

sweetwater Drumming the Streets: Alesis Nitro Face-off

Alesis and Sweetwater are turning the beat world upside down with their electronic drum kits. Dive into the groove-filled world with sweetwater as they pit three Alesis Nitro e-kits head-to-head. Get the down low on why the Nitro Max, Pro, and Ultimate might just be the heartbeat of your next set, all with that typical sweetwater flair.

12. October 2025

LYRA

Synido Tech

Synido Tech’s TempoPad C16: Wireless MIDI Control, Mapped for Modern Creators

Synido Tech steps into the spotlight with the TempoPad C16, a compact MIDI controller that promises untethered creativity for producers, performers, and mobile musicians. This official walkthrough dives into the C16’s Bluetooth workflow, demonstrating how its 16 RGB pads, tactile knobs, and sliders can be mapped seamlessly to Ableton Live. With a rechargeable battery and three operational modes, the C16 aims to bridge the gap between portability and hands-on control. We take a close look at how Synido’s design choices translate into real-world workflow, performance, and customization, all as shown in the manufacturer’s own video.

Synido TempoPAD C16

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