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8. June 2026

The Unperson’s Modular Drum Safari: Kicking Writer’s Block in the Teeth

Ever found yourself staring at your synth setup feeling as lost as a GPS in the Outback? The Unperson gets it. In this rollicking adventure, our mate from the UK tackles writer’s block head-on by wrangling a modular rig to cook up a one-of-a-kind drum sample pack. Expect a wild menagerie of modules, surprise sounds that pop up like kangaroos at sunset, and a final jam that proves sometimes you’ve just gotta get your hands dirty to spark inspiration. If you’re itching for some creative mischief and want a serious shot of modular motivation, this one’s worth cracking open a

ALM MFX, Happy Nerding FX Aid, Instruō Càrn, Intellijel uVCF, Make Noise DPO, Make Noise LXD, Make Noise Maths, Mutable Instruments Plaits, Pamela's Pro Workout, Teenage Engineering KO II

8. June 2026

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DivKid

DivKid Slices the Mix: AJH Synth Low Fat VCF Punched Up

Sometimes the smallest box in your rack is the one that keeps the party from falling apart. DivKid grabs the AJH Synth Low Fat VCF—a 2HP high-pass filter with no resonance and no ego—and puts it through its paces. Expect acid lines that punch, bandpass tricks out of nowhere, and enough low-end management to keep your mix tighter than a bouncer at a free party. DivKid’s signature style shines: clear, practical, and always a step ahead of the obvious. If you thought a high-pass was just for cleaning, think again—this one’s a secret weapon for patch heads and live performers

AJH Synth Low Fat VCF, Roland Boutique, Roland Juno-106

8. June 2026

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The Midlife Synthesist

The Midlife Synthesist: Three’s a Party – Chopping Up Grooves with Pro 3, Push 3 & Nord Stage 3

When The Midlife Synthesist gets a chord stuck in his head, you know you’re in for a wild ride. This time, he ditches the sample packs and deep dives into his own creative process, wrangling the Sequential Pro 3, Ableton Push 3, and Nord Stage 3 like a one-man rave bunker. Expect hands-on jams, proper chord voodoo, and enough groove to power a warehouse party. If you’re allergic to plastic presets and easy wins, this video is your antidote – a rare peek into the real sweat and spark behind a track that actually slaps.

Ableton Push 3, Nord Stage 3, Sequential Pro 3

8. June 2026

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Voltage Labs

Voltage Labs x Space Dimension Controller: Amsterdam Studio Tour with Sampler Obsession and Acid Tech Tricks

Forget tidy cable porn – Voltage Labs takes us straight into Space Dimension Controller’s Amsterdam lair, where vintage Akai samplers, chunky pedalboards, and a hardware sequencer brain conspire for relentless sonic action. This is no museum tour; it’s a peek into the workflow of a producer who’s ditched Ableton for Bitwig, maxed out his MOTU, and keeps his acid rigs within spitting distance. If you want to know how to turn a server rack into a rave bunker or why the S900 is back in heavy rotation, this walkthrough is your fix. Don’t blink – you might miss a dirty

Akai S01, Akai S1000, Akai S2000, Akai S3000, Akai S3000XL, Akai S900, Arturia DrumBrute, Arturia Drumbrute Impact, Behringer TD-3, Clarett, Focal Monitors, HAPAX, MOTU 16A, Pyramid, Roland TR-808, Roland TR-909, XOX Heart module

8. June 2026

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TheCosmicAcademy

TheCosmicAcademy Goes Nuclear: Why Breaking Plugins Teaches You To Mix

Mixing is supposed to be subtle, right? Well, TheCosmicAcademy just took a sledgehammer to subtlety and served up a masterclass in going way, way too far. Forget polite filter tweaks – this is about mangling plugins until you can’t ignore their effect, then learning to dial it all back. If you’ve ever wondered why your mixes sound like soggy toast, maybe it’s time to break some rules (and a few virtual knobs). Grab a cuppa, because it’s about to get messy – and you might actually learn something useful if you’re not afraid to make things sound wrong first.

7. June 2026

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SpectreSoundStudios

SpectreSoundStudios vs. the Death of the Drummer: Punk Spirit Meets Plugin Precision

SpectreSoundStudios doesn’t mince words—Glenn Fricker is here to throw modern music production under a double-decker bus, and frankly, I’m cheering him on. In ‘You Killed Music’, he rips into the clinical, lifeless state of rock recordings, where drummers are about as common as a decent pint at a dodgy festival. But hold tight: there’s a glimmer of hope, and it comes in the form of a plugin that promises to bring back the chaos and soul of real drums—without turning your studio into a war zone of cable spaghetti. If you’re sick of music sounding like it’s been programmed by

Forward Audio Smart Align

7. June 2026

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Woody Piano Shack

Woody Piano Shack’s Sorrento Organ + Zoom 50G+: Budget Crunch for Organ Rebels

Forget polite, pristine tones—Woody Piano Shack dives knuckles-first into the Crumar Sorrento’s modular madness, sticking a Zoom 50G+ pedal where the sun don’t shine (between organ and rotary, obviously). This isn’t your church choir’s drawbar demo: it’s a fast, cheeky wrestle with digital grit and vintage overdrive, chasing that dirty, crunchy edge we all crave. Woody’s style? Straight-up, hands-on, and having a laugh—warts, stuck MIDI notes, and all. If you’re after pure organ etiquette, you’re in the wrong rave bunker. But if you want to hear a modern box of tricks kick an organ into overdrive, you’re home.

Crumar Sorrento Organ, Zoom 50G+ MultiStomp Guitar Effects Pedal

7. June 2026

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Scott's Synth Stuff

Scott’s Synth Stuff Throws Down: Groove Synthesis 3rd Wave — Future Nostalgia in a Box

Hold on to your patch cables – Scott’s Synth Stuff is back, and this time he’s hammering out 45 factory presets on the Groove Synthesis 3rd Wave. This beast doesn’t just nod at the 80s, it shoves them into a time machine and merges them with tomorrow’s brain-melting textures. Scott skips the boring menu-dives and instead fires off a relentless parade of PPG-inspired stabs, lush pads, and cinematic filth, all with his trademark hands-on flair. If you want to know how modern wavetable power slaps, but can’t be arsed with another hour-long tutorial, this is your ticket. Prepare for synth

Groove Synthesis 3rd Wave

7. June 2026

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Sanjay C

Sanjay C’s FLkey 2 Review: OLEDs, Endless Encoders, and a MIDI Mutiny

Novation’s FLkey 2 has crash-landed, and Sanjay C wastes no time slicing through the hype. If you’re itching for a MIDI controller that finally feels less like a plastic toy and more like a real sonic street weapon, strap in. Sanjay’s review is laser-focused: new OLED screens, endless encoders, and a bigger-is-better approach that doesn’t mince words. FL Studio integration? Tight. Missing features? He’ll call them out, no sugar-coating. If you want to know which FLkey model slaps and which one just flaps, this is your five-minute rave bunker briefing. Spoiler: you’ll want to keep your wallet handy.

Arturia KeyLab MK3, Novation FLkey 2, Novation FLkey 49, Novation FLkey Mini 25

6. June 2026

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Starsky Carr

Starsky Carr’s Frippertronics Frenzy: Spotykach Looper Unleashed

If you think you know loopers, think again. Starsky Carr dives deep into the Synthux Academy Spotykach—a dual-deck, stereo-mangling beast with tape, slice, and granular modes that’ll make your old loop pedal weep in shame. This isn’t just another dry review: Starsky’s signature no-fuss style slices through the mystery, showing off wild features, clever visual feedback, and enough creative chaos to swallow your studio hours whole. Ready to get lost in a rave bunker of endless loops? Strap in—this review’s got more twists than a modular patch cable.

Erica Synths Zen, OTO BAM, Symmontronic Gnome 2, Synthux Academy Spotykach, Synthux Pro X

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