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18. December 2024

Behringer LM Drum: Reimagining Iconic Drum Machines for the Modern Studio

Behringer steps boldly into the world of hybrid drum machines with the LM Drum, a device designed to channel the unmistakable character of 1980s drum legends. In this official video, Behringer introduces the LM Drum as both a tribute and a modern tool, blending vintage 8–12 bit sampling with contemporary features like sample recording, a 64-step sequencer, and advanced sound shaping. The presentation leans into the historical weight of the sounds, referencing the classic tracks and artists that shaped pop and electronic music. True to Behringer’s ethos, the focus is on making these revered textures accessible to today’s producers and

Behringer LM Drum

18. December 2024

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WaldorfMusicChannel

WaldorfMusicChannel Blofeld Plugin: Preset Browsing and Sound Management, Reimagined

WaldorfMusicChannel dives deep into the Blofeld Plugin’s new Preset Browser, offering a digital workflow that extends the classic Blofeld hardware into a modern, organized sound design powerhouse. This official tutorial walks through group management, search filtering, sample and sound set import, and the plugin’s approach to multi-part layering—all with Waldorf’s signature focus on evolving textures and detailed synthesis. For both Blofeld veterans and newcomers, the video highlights how the plugin’s architecture supports complex, dynamic soundscapes while keeping user experience at the forefront. If you’re curious about how digital sound management can transform your synth workflow, this is a must-watch.

Blofeld Hardware-Synthesizer, Blofeld Plugin

18. December 2024

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Arturia

Arturia’s Tape J-37: Neural Nostalgia and Modern Mojo

Arturia’s Tape J-37 plugin is more than just another tape emulation—it’s a neural-modeled love letter to the legendary Studer J37, famed for its role at Abbey Road and on Beatles records. In this official Arturia video, a cast of seasoned engineers and artists dissect both the historical gravitas and the modern workflow of the plugin, revealing how it captures the tube-driven magic and modular quirks of the original hardware. We get a close look at its calibration options, sonic coloration, and creative applications, all wrapped in Arturia’s signature blend of technical detail and musicality. For those obsessed with digital authenticity

Arturia Tape J-37

18. December 2024

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Arturia

Arturia Tape J37: Iconic Tape Warmth Meets Modern Plugin Architecture

Arturia’s Tape J37 plugin aims to bottle the legendary character of the classic Stutter J37 tape machine and inject it directly into your DAW. In this official walkthrough, Lena demonstrates how the plugin’s blend of vintage tape coloration, flexible drive, and advanced digital controls can shape everything from subtle warmth to saturated grit. True to Arturia’s style, the video balances historical reverence with a clear focus on workflow—showing how Tape J37’s architecture, from color profiles to advanced EQ and delay, is designed for contemporary music production. If you’re curious about how digital tape emulation can fit into your studio or

Arturia Tape J37

14. December 2024

MILES

Noise Engineering

Noise Engineering’s Fala Versio: Formant Filtering with a Modular Twist

Noise Engineering, never ones to shy away from sonic experimentation, present the Fala Versio—a stereo formant filter that promises to inject vocal character into your modular patches without sacrificing musicality. This module, the tenth on the Versio platform, is packed with a formidable signal chain and modulation options, all wrapped in the brand’s signature hands-on ethos. In this official walkthrough, Noise Engineering demonstrate how Fala Versio can morph between smooth melodic lines and gnarly, modulated textures, all while offering deep CV control and the flexibility of firmware swapping. If you’re after new timbral territory for your Eurorack, this one’s worth

Basimilus Iteritas Alia, Fala Versio

14. December 2024

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Korg

Korg and Nigel Hall: Crafting a Signature Sound with Nautilus, BX3, and ARP Odyssey

In this master class from Korg, Grammy Award-winning keyboardist Nigel Hall of Lettuce takes us on a personal journey through his creative process, gear choices, and the art of finding one’s own musical voice. Hall’s deep connection with Korg instruments—especially the Nautilus, BX3, and ARP Odyssey—anchors his discussion as he shares hard-won insights on collaboration, listening, and the discipline required to shape a unique sound. The video balances anecdotes, practical advice, and live demonstrations, all filtered through Hall’s distinctive blend of humility and passion. For anyone interested in how digital and hybrid keyboards fit into a working musician’s rig, this

ARP Odyssey, Korg BX3, Korg Nautilus

12. December 2024

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Expressive E

Expressive E Osmose: Redefining Film Scoring in Hans Zimmer’s Dune 2

In this behind-the-scenes feature, Expressive E takes us deep into the creative process of scoring Dune 2, spotlighting the Osmose as a transformative force in cinematic sound design. The video unpacks how Hans Zimmer and his team leveraged the Osmose’s unique MPE-driven expressivity to forge new sonic textures, moving beyond the orchestral conventions of science fiction soundtracks. With hands-on demonstrations and candid reflections, Expressive E reveals how this instrument bridges the gap between digital innovation and human emotion, offering composers an unprecedented level of control and nuance. For anyone interested in the architecture of modern film music, this is an

Expressive E Osmose

12. December 2024

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OXI Instruments

Building Tracks the Modular Way: OXI Instruments Ecosystem in Action

OXI Instruments, the Spanish innovators behind the OXI One sequencer and the Coral and Meta Eurorack modules, present a hands-on demonstration of their modular ecosystem’s prowess. In this video, the OXI team assembles a complete track from scratch, using two Coral modules for both drums and polyphonic melodies, two Meta modules for effects, and the OXI One as the sequencing brain. The workflow is all about patching efficiency, MIDI/CV integration, and the kind of sonic layering that makes modular heads nod in approval. If you’re curious about how these modules interact in a real-world patch, this is a deep dive

OXI Coral, OXI META, Oxi One

11. December 2024

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Behringer

Behringer Wave: Digital Wavetable Power with Vintage Attitude

The Behringer Wave steps into the spotlight as a modern wavetable synthesizer channeling the spirit of classic 80s digital instruments. In this official hands-on demo, Behringer highlights the Wave’s ability to deliver both 8 and 12-bit wavetable synthesis, multi-timbral layering, and a suite of performance tools. The video walks through split programs, stereo imaging, and a range of vintage-flavored presets, while also showcasing workflow-centric features like a sequencer, arpeggiator, and extensive modifier controls. As always with Behringer, the focus is on accessible power and hands-on sound design, but this time with a distinctly digital edge.

Behringer WAVE

11. December 2024

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Behringer

Behringer’s Wave: Digital Wavetables Meet Analog Warmth in a Modern Hybrid Synth

Behringer steps boldly into the hybrid synth arena with the Wave, a meticulously crafted 8-voice instrument that channels the spirit of 80s wavetable legends. On their official channel, Behringer presents the Wave as more than a nostalgia trip—it’s a digital-analog powerhouse designed for today’s producers and performers. With dual wavetable oscillators, a genuine analog filter, and a performance-focused interface, the Wave aims to bridge the gap between vintage character and modern workflow. This article dives into the architecture, features, and creative potential as demonstrated in Behringer’s own hands-on video.

Behringer WAVE

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