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18. December 2025

Behringer BDS-3: Analog Drum Synthesis Reimagined

Behringer returns to the roots of synthesized percussion with the BDS-3, an analog drum synthesizer channeling the spirit of 1980s drum machines. This semi-modular box offers four discrete analog channels, each primed for classic kicks, snares, and toms—or for venturing into the more experimental fringes of percussive sound design. In their official video, Behringer walks us through the BDS-3’s hands-on controls, modulation options, and input versatility, all wrapped in a retro-inspired chassis. For those who crave both punchy beats and the freedom to sculpt wild, otherworldly percussion, the BDS-3 promises to be more than just another drum box.

Behringer BDS-3

18. December 2025

MILES

Behringer

Behringer UB-1 Micro: Pocket-Sized Powerhouse with Classic Analog Attitude

Behringer’s UB-1 Micro is a synth that seems determined to defy the laws of physics—and perhaps a few expectations along the way. In this official first-look video, Behringer showcases their ultra-compact, analog-style UB-1 Micro, a device that aims to put classic synth tones and hands-on control quite literally in your pocket. Despite its diminutive size, the UB-1 Micro is packed with features: dual DCOs, a four-pole VCF, dual LFOs, a three-mode arpeggiator, and a touch keyboard, all powered by legendary analog chips. The focus here is on portability without sacrificing sonic heft, making it a tempting tool for modular heads

Behringer UB-1 Micro

18. December 2025

LYRA

Korg

Korg KRONOS 3: Touring the World with Jordan Rudess and a Powerhouse Workstation

When it comes to digital workstations that can handle the demands of a world tour, few instruments have the architectural muscle of the Korg KRONOS 3. In this official Korg video, Dream Theater’s Jordan Rudess takes us backstage and onstage, revealing why the KRONOS is his essential companion for everything from orchestral layers to snarling leads. With a focus on versatility, deep layering, and expressive control, Rudess demonstrates how the KRONOS 3’s sound engines, effects, and performance tools translate into real-world musical power. For anyone interested in how a flagship workstation holds up under the pressure of nightly shows, this

Korg KRONOS 3

18. December 2025

SPARKY

Nu-Trix The Synth Guy

Nu-Trix The Synth Guy Unleashes Cubasis 3.8: iPad DAW Gets a Proper Kick Up the Arse

Steinberg’s Cubasis 3.8 just landed on iPad, and Nu-Trix The Synth Guy is here to drag it through its paces. This isn’t your average DAW update – we’re talking slick layout shifts, amp racks that’ll make your basslines sweat, and two new pianos that go from smoky jazz bar to ambient dreamscape. Nu-Trix’s style is all about hands-on, no-fluff demos, and he doesn’t waste a second showing off what matters. If you want to know whether Cubasis 3.8 is a studio weapon or just another shiny app, this is the video to watch. Grab your iPad and prepare for some

Steinberg Cubasis 3.8, Steinberg Étude, Steinberg Verve

18. December 2025

SPARKY

Woody Piano Shack

Woody Piano Shack Unleashes the Juno D6: Scenes, Sequencer, and Sonic Mischief

Roland’s Juno D6 isn’t just another plastic-fantastic synth—Woody Piano Shack dives in and shows us why its Scenes and sequencer are more than just menu-diving faff. If you’re after instant groove, layered textures, and a few happy accidents, this is your kind of playground. Woody’s style is as playful as ever, breaking down the workflow without the usual snooze-fest. Stick around for live jams, real talk about limitations, and a few classic Roland sounds that still slap. If you think you know the Juno D6, think again—this one’s got more tricks up its sleeve than you’d expect.

Roland Juno D6

17. December 2025

RILEY

Verysickbeats

Verysickbeats Breaks Down DJ Premier’s Triple Flip: When Legends Remix Themselves

If you ever wondered what happens when a hip-hop legend risks flipping his own classic—three times—then you gotta peep what Verysickbeats is cooking up. JFilt dives deep into DJ Premier’s wild journey of reimagining ‘New York State of Mind’ for Nas, breaking down the genius, the nerves, and the haters. This isn’t just a beat breakdown; it’s a lesson in hip-hop history, street-level creativity, and why sometimes you gotta mess with the sacred to make something fresh. Grab your headphones and a bag of chips—this is one for the heads and the beat nerds alike.

Billy Joel sample, Donald Byrd 'Flight Time' trumpet sample

17. December 2025

SPARKY

Andrew Chapman Creative

Blindfolded with Andrew Chapman Creative: SSL Revival 4000 Faces the Truth

Andrew Chapman Creative isn’t here to worship at the altar of SSL – he’s here to drag the Revival 4000 channel strip through a no-mercy blind test. Forget brand hype and nostalgia: this is about what actually hits your ears. Chapman’s style is brutally honest, with a side of dry wit, and he’s not afraid to call out gear that doesn’t earn its keep. If you want to know whether the SSL Revival 4000 is a studio street weapon or just another overpriced badge, this is the showdown you need. Spoiler: you’ll want to hear the shootout for yourself –

A Designs P-1 500 Series Preamp, Antelope Audio Discrete 4, Brainworx BX Console SSL 4000 Channel Strip Plugin, Chandler TG2 500 Series Preamp, Dachman Audio DA87 SE, Guild OM240E Acoustic Guitar, SSL Revival 4000 Series Channel Strip

17. December 2025

LUMINA

Monotrail Tech Talk

The Destructive Charm of Tubes: Monotrail Tech Talk Illuminates the Erica Synths Fusion System II

In the dim-lit world of modular synthesis, Monotrail Tech Talk guides us through the Erica Synths Fusion System II—a voice sculpted from vacuum tubes and magnetic resonance. This is not merely a collection of modules, but a singular organism exhaling warmth, grit, and nostalgia. Each patch is a cinematic vignette, where sound blooms with vintage haze and fractured light. Monotrail’s signature clarity and visual storytelling unravel the system’s secrets, inviting us to drift inside a machine that feels both ancient and alive. Prepare to wander through a landscape where every knob turn conjures sonic ghosts and every drone tells a

Erica Synths Fusion System II

17. December 2025

RILEY

MALO BEATS

MALO BEATS Flips the Script: MPC Live Encoder Hacks That Chop Like a Chef’s Knife

Ever tried chopping samples on an MPC Live and felt like you were wrestling a bag of cats? MALO BEATS is here to show you how to turn those wild slices into buttery smooth grooves using nothing but your fingers, some encoders, and a touch strip that’s slicker than a fresh pair of kicks. This video isn’t just about button-pushing—it’s about making the process slap, not just the end product. If you’re after real-world workflow hacks and want to see a beatmaker who’s all about fun over fuss, you’re in the right spot. Grab a cheap beer, hit play, and

AKAI MPC Live, Akai MPC Live MK3

17. December 2025

SPARKY

Molten Music Technology

Molten Music Technology Unleashes the Bishop’s Miscellany Mk2: Dual-Channel Mayhem for Melody Maniacs

Molten Music Technology’s Robin Vincent dives headfirst into the Shakmat Bishop’s Miscellany Mk2—a dual-channel sequence recorder and melody generator that’s as deep as a rave bunker and twice as unpredictable. If you’re after instant gratification, this module might make you sweat, but stick with it and you’ll unlock a playground of generative chaos, playlist wizardry, and real-time performance tricks. Robin’s trademark honest, hands-on style slices through the fiddly screen and feature overload, showing why this could be the secret weapon your rack’s been missing. Ready for some melodic mischief? Strap in and let’s see if this thing slaps or just

Shakmat Bishop's Miscellany Mk2

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