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16. October 2024

UDO Audio’s Super 8 Sequencer: Layered Performance, British Style

UDO Audio, the Bristol-based purveyors of analog-hybrid synth wizardry, put their Super 8’s sequencer front and centre in this hands-on demonstration. Hazel Mills walks us through the instrument’s approach to layering, step sequencing, and real-time manipulation, showing how the Super 8’s design ethos supports both structured composition and spontaneous play. If you’re curious about how this FPGA-powered polysynth lets you blend, tweak and perform with sequences across dual layers, this video is a deep dive into its creative potential. Expect practical patching tips, expressive controls, and a taste of UDO’s signature immediacy.

UDO Super 8

16. October 2024

LYRA

Yamaha Synths Official

Yamaha Synths Official: CP-70 Heritage Meets MONTAGE M8x Innovation

Yamaha Synths Official brings together the revered CP-70 electric grand piano and the cutting-edge MONTAGE M8x in a session that bridges vintage character with modern digital power. In this video, Matt Johnson and Dom Sigalas explore the CP-70’s storied sound and demonstrate how its essence is captured and expanded within the MONTAGE M’s multi-sampled engine. The focus is on workflow, effects, and the creative potential unlocked by Yamaha’s flagship synth, offering a glimpse into how classic tones can be reimagined for today’s performance and production environments. For anyone interested in the architecture of digital instruments and the evolution of iconic

Yamaha CP-70, Yamaha Montage M8X

11. October 2024

MILES

Modor Music

Modor Music’s DR-2 OS013: Basslines and Beyond for the Digital Drum Machine

Modor Music, the Belgian champions of digital hardware, have dropped a substantial firmware update for their DR-2 drum machine. OS013 isn’t just a bugfix—it’s a creative leap, adding dedicated bassline synth models and a raft of sequencing improvements. From MIDI track toggling to global accent tweaks and extended bar lengths, the DR-2 now stretches further into hybrid groovebox territory. We take a close look at what this update brings, how the new bassline engines behave, and what it all means for hands-on electronic music makers.

Modor DR-2

10. October 2024

LYRA

Arturia

Arturia Synthx V: Dual-Layer Synthesis Reimagined for Modern Workflows

Arturia’s Synthx V is a bold software tribute to the legendary Elka Synthex, merging vintage analog character with a suite of forward-thinking digital features. In this official Arturia walkthrough, Matt Paull dives deep into the dual-layer architecture, modulation matrix, multi-arpeggiator, and effects engine, revealing how Synthx V is engineered for both classic 80s textures and contemporary sound design. As always with Arturia, the focus is on workflow: from intuitive layer management to advanced macro controls, this instrument aims to be as playable as it is programmable. Whether you’re chasing Italo disco nostalgia or sculpting new sonic landscapes, this overview offers

Arturia Synthx V

10. October 2024

MILES

Expert Sleepers

Expert Sleepers Disting NT: Modular Freedom in a Single Module

Expert Sleepers, the UK-based modular innovators, present the Disting NT—a module that aims to dissolve the boundaries of traditional Eurorack patching. In this interview, Simon Kirby shares his hands-on experiences as a beta tester, revealing how the Disting NT’s vast algorithm library and flexible interface invite a new level of patching creativity. From parallel processing to tactile parameter control, Kirby’s workflow highlights the NT’s role as a true modular chameleon. For those seeking a single module that can morph into nearly any function, this video offers a glimpse into the Disting NT’s real-world potential and robust design.

Expert Sleepers disting NT

10. October 2024

MILES

OXI Instruments

OXI Instruments OXI ONE: Mastering CV & Gate Modulation for Modular Mayhem

OXI Instruments returns with a deep dive into the OXI ONE’s CV and gate modulation prowess, showing just how much control this sequencer can exert over a modular setup. In this official walkthrough, the Spanish manufacturer demonstrates dynamic modulation, accent tricks, and advanced clocking—all with the OXI ONE as the command centre. If you’re curious about how this box handles real-world patching, from acid lines to polyphonic voice allocation, this video lays out the workflow with hands-on examples and patch-by-patch logic. It’s a practical look at how the OXI ONE can drive everything from drums to evolving soundscapes, with a

Buchla Easel, MetaFX, MetaModel Live, OXI Coral, Oxi One, Sample Drum, T Networks

6. October 2024

LYRA

Noise Engineering

Noise Engineering Plugins: Orchestral Alchemy in Owen Nathanael’s “Sacrifice”

What happens when a classically-inclined composer lets Noise Engineering’s wild plugin suite loose on an orchestral cue? In this detailed walkthrough, Owen Nathanael deconstructs his piece “Sacrifice,” revealing how digital effects can morph acoustic textures into something uncannily synthetic—without losing their emotional core. The video, hosted on Noise Engineering’s official channel, is a nerdy, hands-on demonstration of how plugins like Imitor, Desmodus, Polydactyl, Librae, and Ruina can subtly (or not-so-subtly) transform strings, brass, percussion, and vocals. For composers wary of synths but hungry for new sonic dimensions, this is a masterclass in hybrid workflow.

Desmodus reverb plugin, Imitor delay plugin, Librae mid-side processing plugin, Polydactyl multi-band processor plugin, Ruina distortion plugin

4. October 2024

MILES

Expert Sleepers

Expert Sleepers disting NT: Mapping Mayhem in the Modular Realm

Expert Sleepers, the UK’s masters of modular-computer integration, return with the disting NT—a Eurorack module that takes mapping flexibility to new heights. In this official walkthrough, we’re treated to a detailed demonstration of how the NT allows users to assign control over any parameter via CV, MIDI, or I2C, all through a streamlined interface. The focus here is on practical patching: from fader-driven modulations to multi-source integration, the video showcases how the disting NT can become the nerve centre of a complex rack. If you’re after a module that plays nicely with everything from faders to sequencers, this is one

Expert Sleepers disting NT, Expert Sleepers FH-2, Michigan SenseWorks F8R

27. September 2024

LYRA

RolandChannel

RolandChannel’s V-Drums 7 Series: Digital Drumming Reimagined

RolandChannel’s latest deep-dive into the V-Drums 7 Series marks a bold leap forward in the world of electronic percussion. With a reengineered V-71 sound module, next-gen digital pads, and seamless integration with Roland Cloud, this flagship line is clearly designed to blur the boundaries between acoustic realism and studio-processed punch. The video delivers a structured walkthrough of the kits, sound engine, wireless features, and the nuanced playability that digital drummers crave. For those obsessed with workflow, sound design, and performance flexibility, this is a revealing look at how Roland is architecting the future of e-drums.

CY14RT Crash Cymbal, CY16RT Crash Cymbal, CY18DR Ride Cymbal, DW Soundworks, KD12 Kick Drum Pad, KD18BK Kick Drum, KD22 Kick Drum, PD10X Tom Pad, PD12X Tom Pad, PD14DSX Digital Snare Drum, Roland V-Drums 7 Series, V-71 Sound Module, VH14D Digital Hi-Hats

27. September 2024

LYRA

RolandChannel

RolandChannel’s V-Drums 7 Series: A New Era of Hybrid Drum Workflows

RolandChannel brings heavyweight talent and a flagship platform to the table with the V-Drums 7 Series, as Butch Vig and Abe Cunningham dive into a recording session at Studio 606. This video isn’t just a star-studded jam—it’s a hands-on demonstration of how Roland’s latest V71 sound module, next-gen pads, and wireless connectivity are designed for both studio precision and live flexibility. From swapping kits on the fly to integrating DW Soundworks software, the focus is on creative workflows and the expressive possibilities of modern electronic drums. If you’re curious about how digital drum architecture translates into real-world music-making, this is

DW Soundworks, Roland V-Drums 7 Series, Roland V71 Sound Module

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