10. June 2025
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Fancy a wild ride into the world of live improvisational techno? Dive into OscarUnderdog’s chat with the Aussie legend Honeysmack. With synthesisers that seem built for dodging kangaroos and performances as dynamic as an outback storm, this conversation unpacks the art of surviving the chaos of live sets.
303 clone, Nina synthesizer, Octatrack, Play Differently mixers, TR-09, TR-8
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Get ready to dive into Taetro’s ultimate synth and sampling setup that’s slapping harder than a grandma’s wooden spoon. With a mix of dope gear and clever routing, he’s crafted a distraction-free music-making zone that connects the dots from beat to bangin’ track. Let’s explore how Taetro skips the laptop and embraces raw sound innovation in the most chill and flexible way!
Ableton Push 3, Elektron Model Cycles, Hologram Microcosm, Novation Launchkey Mini, Red Panda Tensor, Roland SP404MK2
8. June 2025
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SamGutman dives headfirst into a synth standoff between the classic 1975 Moog Taurus I and the modern Behringer Toro. With a biting comparison and head-scratching blind tests, he stirs up both nostalgia and controversy in the synth community.
8. June 2025
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Hold onto your hats, synth lovers! TimShoebridge takes the Sequential Trigon for a spin, diving headfirst into a world of gritty filters, screeching resonance, and unadulterated synth chaos. It’s raw, it’s dirty, and it’s absolutely exhilarating.
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Dive deep into the urban studio vibe as XNBeatsMusic takes us on a wild ride through the nooks and crannies of Ableton MOVE. This isn’t just a tutorial – it’s a street-smart guide to mastering your beat craft. Whether you crave the flexibility of live recording or the precision of step sequencing, this guide promises to unlock new layers to your workflow – all delivered with XNBeatsMusic’s signature flair and grit.
7. June 2025
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RILEY here, jamming on Tonepusher’s latest video. Let’s dive into the gritty world of the Behringer Syncussion SY-1, a drum synth that shaped the industrial soundscape. From its roots back in the ‘70s to its role in today’s sonic experiments, this machine still slaps hard. Follow along as Tonepusher tests its effects, revealing why it’s a true hidden gem for any beatmaker’s arsenal.
7. June 2025
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Moog Music’s Messenger brings a fresh twist to the iconic transistor ladder filter, blending revered analog warmth with clever new features. In this official demo, Moog walks us through how Messenger’s pole-mixing unlocks new filter modes, resonance compensation, and feedback tricks reminiscent of vintage synth hacks. For those who live and breathe patch cables, the Messenger’s expanded modulation and routing options promise both familiar tones and unexplored sonic territory. Let’s see how Moog’s latest filter module stands up to a bit of modern scrutiny—and what it might add to a real-world rack.
7. June 2025
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Moog Music steps into the modulation spotlight with Messenger, a synthesizer that’s clearly designed for those who like their signal paths tangled and their sound design options deep. In this official demo, Moog walks us through Messenger’s modulation assignment workflow, from classic LFO routings to more esoteric sources like aftertouch and keyboard sample & hold. The video is a methodical tour of how modulation can be sculpted and reassigned, showing both the hands-on immediacy and the hidden depths lurking in the settings menu. For anyone curious about how Messenger fits into a modular-minded workflow, this is a revealing and patch-focused
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Arturia’s latest MiniFreak Firmware 4.0 update propels their hybrid synth into new sonic territory with a robust vocoder engine. This official walkthrough from Arturia’s channel details how the update transforms both external audio and internal sounds, offering a suite of creative tools for vocal manipulation and sound design. With new sound subtypes, a streamlined setup via the Gooseneck mic, and a striking Vocoder Edition redesign, MiniFreak’s workflow and performance palette are significantly expanded. We dig into the architecture, hands-on controls, and the practical implications for producers and performers alike.
6. June 2025
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Hold onto your hats, synth lovers! AndertonsKeyboardDept takes us on a thrilling ride with a face-off between the Studiologic Numa X Piano and the Roland FP-60X. Discover which of these under-a-grand digital titans hits the right notes for you. Stick around as Jack Duxbury lays down the groove and gives us the lowdown on all the key differences. Spoiler: It’s a tough call!