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11. December 2024

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

11. December 2024

LYRA

Yamaha Synths Official

Yamaha Synths Official: Seqtrak—A Portable Powerhouse Reimagines the Groovebox Workflow

Yamaha Synths Official brings us a deep-dive with electronic music veteran Mijk van Dijk, spotlighting the Seqtrak—a compact, battery-powered groovebox that aims to distill decades of Yamaha synthesis heritage into a modern, portable format. This video walks through the Seqtrak’s dual synth engines, FM capabilities, sampler, and hands-on sequencing, all within a device that fits in your bag. Mijk demonstrates not just the sound palette but the real-world workflow, from micro-tuning grooves to integrating Seqtrak into live and MIDI setups. The result is a clear statement: Yamaha’s latest music creation tool is designed for today’s mobile producer, with a nod

Yamaha RS7000, Yamaha SEQTRAK

7. December 2024

LYRA

ROLI

ROLI Airwave: Spatial Expression for the Modern Controllerist

ROLI’s Airwave is not your average MIDI controller. In this official walkthrough, ROLI’s Sound Design & Innovation Manager, Marcus Levy-Chance, demonstrates how Airwave leverages dual infrared cameras and advanced hand tracking to turn gestures into expressive sound control. The video walks through hardware setup, the full suite of Air Gestures, and how Airwave integrates with both ROLI’s own instruments and third-party MIDI gear. For anyone interested in spatial control, MPE workflows, or simply adding a new dimension to their performance rig, this is a deep dive into the architecture and creative potential of Airwave.

ROLI Airwave, ROLI Piano M, ROLI Seaboard

6. December 2024

MILES

Behringer

Behringer BASS BRASSMASTER: Vintage Brass Fuzz Reborn for Bass and Guitar

Behringer’s BASS BRASSMASTER aims to resurrect the elusive, brass-inspired fuzz tones of the 1970s, offering modern players a taste of a rare circuit once favoured by legends. In this official demo, Behringer walks us through the pedal’s unique split input stage and its ability to blend clean and fuzz signals for a sound that’s both harmonically rich and surprisingly articulate. With a robust metal enclosure and a suite of tone-shaping controls, the BASS BRASSMASTER is pitched as a versatile tool for both bassists and guitarists seeking that elusive, thunderous fuzz. We take a closer look at what the video reveals

Behringer BASS BRASSMASTER

6. December 2024

MILES

Arturia

Arturia’s PolyBrute 12: Donato Dozzy and the Art of Sonic Storytelling

In this evocative Arturia video, ambient and hypnotic techno maestro Donato Dozzy invites us into his creative sanctuary on Italy’s Ulysses Riviera, unveiling the PolyBrute 12 as his new sonic companion. Arturia’s flagship analog synth is presented not just as a machine, but as an extension of Donato’s artistic philosophy—merging tactile control, flexible filters, and deep modulation with the tranquil rhythms of the coast. The focus here isn’t on technical specs alone, but on how the PolyBrute 12 shapes worlds between the waves, enabling expressive performance and introspective sound design. For those who see synthesizers as vehicles for emotion and

Arturia Polybrute 12

5. December 2024

MILES

Behringer

Behringer Swords: Dual Morphing Filters for Modular Adventurers

Behringer steps into the dual filter arena with Swords, a Eurorack module inspired by Mutable Instruments Blades and built around analog 2164 circuitry. On their official channel, Behringer showcases Swords’ ability to morph between filter modes, link for stereo or series operation, and deliver everything from subtle tone shaping to aggressive, modulated textures. The video highlights not just the technical specs, but also the module’s musicality—especially its self-oscillation and drive capabilities. For those who crave hands-on control and patchable flexibility, Swords looks set to carve out a place in many racks.

Behringer Swords

5. December 2024

MILES

Expert Sleepers

Expert Sleepers Disting NT: Looping in Layers, Modular Style

Expert Sleepers, known for their pragmatic approach to bridging modular and digital workflows, have introduced a powerful looper algorithm to the Disting NT in firmware v1.4.0. In this video, the creator walks through the looper’s unique features, from multi-layered sub-loopers to nuanced crossfades and clock sync options. The presentation is classic Expert Sleepers: technical, hands-on, and focused on real-world patching rather than marketing gloss. If you’re curious about how looping can evolve beyond the basics in a modular context, this is a deep dive worth your voltage.

Expert Sleepers disting NT

5. December 2024

LYRA

OXI Instruments

OXI Instruments Turns Ableton Live into a 32-Track Drum Playground: OXI One as Multitrack Sequencer

OXI Instruments, the Spanish innovators behind the OXI One, are out to bust myths and push boundaries in hybrid sequencing. In this official walkthrough, they demonstrate how the OXI One morphs from a supposed four-track device into a full-blown 32-track drum sequencer, tightly integrated with Ableton Live. The video dives deep into multitrack workflows, pattern generation, velocity shaping, and modulation tricks—showcasing how digital sequencing architecture can unlock dynamic, expressive beats. For anyone obsessed with workflow, macro control, and the interplay between hardware brains and DAW flexibility, this is a must-watch exploration of what the OXI One brings to modern production.

Oxi One

3. December 2024

LYRA

ALM TV

ALM TV’s MCO (mkII): Digital Synthesis Reimagined in 6HP

ALM TV introduces the MCO (mkII), a compact yet formidable digital VCO and voice module that channels the spirit of 90s and 00s digital synths into a modern Eurorack format. With a focus on workflow, modulation depth, and a highly visual interface, this video demonstrates the module’s DigiWave wavetable engine while highlighting its multi-voice architecture and performance-centric features. As is typical for ALM’s hands-on, detail-oriented approach, the walkthrough is less about marketing gloss and more about showing how the MCO’s architecture translates into real-world patching and sound design. For those seeking a digital powerhouse that fits into both minimal and

MCO (mkII)

29. November 2024

LYRA

Expressive E

Expressive E Osmose Meets Ableton Live: A Deep Dive into MPE Integration

Expressive E’s Osmose isn’t just another synthesizer—it’s a flagship for MPE expressivity, and this official tutorial shows how to harness its full potential inside Ableton Live 11 and 12. The video walks through every step, from physical connections to nuanced MIDI and audio routing, making it clear that Osmose is designed for both standalone sonic exploration and deep DAW integration. With a focus on workflow, the tutorial demonstrates how to record, edit, and maximize Osmose’s unique performance data, while also revealing how it can serve as a powerful MPE controller for your favorite plugins. If you’re serious about expressive digital

Expressive E Osmose

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