Synthmagazine | Synth News, Gear & Sound Design

16. May 2025

Nordkeyboards and Elijah Fox: Sculpting a Signature Sonic World for the Nord Wave 2

Nordkeyboards teams up with LA-based keyboardist and producer Elijah Fox to unveil a signature sound bank for the Nord Wave 2. This curated collection of 25 patches is designed to inspire improvisation and composition, blending analog warmth with modern influences from artists like Radiohead and Khruangbin. The video walks us through the creative process, highlighting how these sounds are tailored for both studio sessions and live jams. As always with Nord, the focus is on musicality, versatility, and hands-on performance, offering a fresh palette for adventurous players.

Nord Wave 2

16. May 2025

MILES

UDO Audio

UDO Audio’s Super 8: Patchwork Pursuits with The Knife’s ‘Heartbeats’

UDO Audio returns with another Patchwork episode, this time enlisting Hazel Mills to dissect and reconstruct the iconic bass synth from The Knife’s ‘Heartbeats’ using the Super 8. The video is a hands-on exploration of classic sound design techniques—pulse width modulation and oscillator sync—showcasing the Super 8’s knack for nailing both subtle movement and massive, layered tones. As always with UDO, the focus is on immediate playability and sonic depth, with Hazel’s patching process revealing both the strengths and creative quirks of this British hybrid polysynth. If you’re after a synth that invites experimentation and rewards careful modulation, this is

UDO Super 8

15. May 2025

JET

DivKid

DivKid’s Patch Tips from Superbooth 2025

Brace yourself for a kaleidoscope of sound as DivKid takes us on a wild ride through Superbooth 2025. With insights from synth maestros around the globe, this video is packed with patch tips that’ll have your ears buzzing and your creativity soaring. From gritty noise modulations to cheeky cable manoeuvres, it’s an analog adventure you won’t want to miss.

Focusrite, Make Noise, Moog, Morphor, Novation, Ring Modulators, Schreibmaschine Modula

15. May 2025

RILEY

LNA Does Audio Stuff

LNADoesAudioStuff: Slapping Beats in 10 Minutes with Ableton Push

LNADoesAudioStuff shows us how to make a killer track using the Ableton Push 3 in just 10 minutes. Check out her mad skills as she lays down beats, samples percussion, and crafts arpeggiated synths faster than you can say ‘workflow wizard’. If you’ve ever wondered how to turn time pressure into creativity, this is a must-watch.

Ableton Push 3

15. May 2025

JET

SYNTH ANATOMY

synthanatomy Pushes Eurorack Boundaries with Bela Trails at Superbooth 2025

At Superbooth 2025, synthanatomy dives into the evolution of touch control with Bela Trails. This new Eurorack module offers punk-like versatility with its four-track 2D touch system. It’s a synth adventure loaded with polyrhythms and creative potential. Let’s see how it’s taken the Gliss module to new heights!

Bela Trails Gliss Touch Controller Module

15. May 2025

LUMINA

Pierre Piscitelli

Discover the Sonic Magic of Bruce Hornsby with pierrejpiscitelli

Dive into a world where piano chords shimmer like constellations and melodies weave stories of emotion. Join pierrejpiscitelli as he unravels the techniques behind Bruce Hornsby’s captivating piano style. A narrative of sound awaits.

CASIO PX-S7000, Garritan CFX Piano VST, iPhone 14 Pro, MacBook Pro (Running LPX and FCP X), Neewer NL660 Lights (X2), Sennheiser MKE600 Shotgun Microphone, Sony ZV-E10, Spectrasonics Keyscape, The Famous E Electric Piano Plugin, Yamaha CP40, Yamaha CP73, Yamaha HS5, Yamaha MG12XU

15. May 2025

RILEY

Andertons Synths, Keys and Tech

AndertonsKeyboardDept Brings the Noise with Yamaha Montage 2.1 Update

Get ready to groove with AndertonsKeyboardDept as they unwrap the latest Yammy Montage 2.1 update. From shimmering reverb to funky smart morphing, this one’s packing a punch with every key stroke. Watch as Mike Patrick and Jack Duxbury jam out and discover why this synth upgrade is a game-changer for musicians and producers alike.

Yamaha Montage M8X

15. May 2025

SPARKY

Meska

Meska_Statik Puts the Spotlight on kNoB Technology’s ARLPG

Get ready to explore the dark corners of synthville with Meska_Statik’s demo of the kNoB Technology ARLPG. This review zips through its gritty features with the kind of irreverence that proves the best things in life come in small, resonant packages. Tune in for a no-nonsense ride through the resonant lows and highs that scream underground rebellion.

kNoB Technology ARLPG

15. May 2025

LYRA

Expressive E

Expressive E Osmose: Shredding Metal Riffs with MPE Precision

Expressive E’s Osmose isn’t just another MPE keyboard—it’s a digital instrument that dares to challenge the guitar’s dominance in metal. In this tutorial, Rohan (aka @rohankeyboardist) demonstrates how the Osmose can channel screaming bends, whammy pedal theatrics, and guitar-inspired techniques, all from a keyboard. The video is a deep dive into how expressive control, dynamic presets, and aftertouch can unlock aggressive, guitar-like articulations. For anyone curious about translating metal’s energy into a digital workflow, this is a compelling showcase of Osmose’s unique architecture and performance potential.

Expressive E Osmose

15. May 2025

LYRA

Arturia

Arturia Jup-8000 V: Trance Architecture in a Modern Virtual Analog

Arturia’s Jup-8000 V takes center stage in this official track breakdown, where Rose dissects a trance anthem crafted entirely with this virtual analog powerhouse. The video is a showcase of how legacy-inspired sound engines, lush presets, and clever layering can be marshaled to create the euphoric energy that defines trance. With a focus on workflow, performance tools, and the interplay between bass, synths, leads, and pads, Arturia’s presentation is as much about architecture as it is about sound. We dive into how these elements are demonstrated, what’s claimed, and where the Jup-8000 V fits into the digital producer’s arsenal.

Jup-8000 V

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