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21. February 2026

MPC Showdown: Tefty Music Tech Breaks Down Live 3 vs. XL for the Beatmakers

Alright, beat hustlers—Tefty Music Tech just dropped a side-by-side on the MPC Live 3 and the new MPC XL, and trust me, this ain’t your average spec sheet snooze-fest. Tefty’s got both boxes in the lab, and he’s not afraid to spill the real tea on what slaps, what’s overkill, and what’s just plain fun. If you’re torn between couch-jamming with a battery-powered groove box or locking down a studio centerpiece, this video’s got you covered. Grab a cheap beer and let’s see which MPC is worth your hard-earned hustle.

Akai MPC Live 3, Akai MPC XL

21. February 2026

JET

AudioPilz

AudioPilz vs. Absynth: A Punk Rant on the Price of Progress

AudioPilz is back in the digital trenches, this time dragging Native Instruments Absynth out of its dusty plugin grave for a proper grilling. If you thought synth nostalgia was all warm fuzzies and rose-tinted presets, think again—this episode’s a sharp elbow to the ribs of anyone who’s ever paid for a pointless update. Expect savage wit, brutal honesty, and a few sonic curveballs as AudioPilz tears into Absynth’s legacy, its so-called “upgrade,” and the sorry state of modern plugin innovation. Grab your battered headphones and brace yourself—this isn’t your dad’s synth review.

Native Instruments Absynth

20. February 2026

LYRA

Arturia

Arturia’s Pitch SHIFTER-910: Digital Pitch Alchemy for Modern Sound Design

Arturia’s Pitch SHIFTER-910 is more than a throwback to vintage pitch manipulation—it’s a deep, modern tool for creative sound design. In this official walkthrough, Arturia demonstrates how the 910 fuses pitch and formant shifting with delay, feedback, and advanced modulation, all wrapped in a workflow-focused interface. From harmonic intervals and chipmunk artifacts to lush stereo ensembles and MIDI-driven pitch control, the video highlights both the sonic character and the architectural flexibility of this plugin. For producers, vocal manglers, and synth tweakers alike, the SHIFTER-910 promises a playground of evolving effects and expressive possibilities—at least, as far as the demo reveals.

Arturia Pitch SHIFTER-910

20. February 2026

SPARKY

Devin Belanger

Devin Belanger’s Forever Synths: Five Keepers That Refuse to Die

Devin Belanger, aka Miles Away, isn’t here to coddle your plugin folder—he’s all about the hardware that’s earned a permanent spot in his bunker. In this fast-paced rundown, Devin lays out the five synths he’d sooner be buried with than sell, from the Prophet 10’s legendary punch to the Gamechanger Motor Synth’s dystopian grind. Expect curveballs, a bit of synth nostalgia, and zero patience for gear that doesn’t inspire. If you think you know what makes a forever synth, Devin’s list might just surprise you. Grab your earplugs and let’s dive into the machines that survived the great gear purge.

Erica Synths Perkons, Gamechanger Motor Synth, Moog Matriarch, Oberheim OB-6, Sequential Prophet-10

20. February 2026

SPARKY

Sanjay C

Sanjay C vs. The Studio Monitor: Can Headphones Finally Win the Mix Fight?

Studio monitors are the gold standard, but what if you could pack that sound into a pair of cans? Sanjay C dives headfirst into the headphone vs. monitor debate, armed with Beyerdynamic’s latest Headphone Lab software and a stack of DT headphones. Expect sharp insights, real-world tests, and zero tolerance for marketing fluff. If you’re mixing in a shoebox flat or on the move, this one’s for you. Spoiler: the future of mixing might just fit in your rucksack.

Beyerdynamic DT 1990 Pro MKII, Beyerdynamic DT 770 Pro, Beyerdynamic DT 770 Pro X, Beyerdynamic Headphone Lab

20. February 2026

LUMINA

Nu-Trix The Synth Guy

Nu-Trix The Synth Guy Illuminates Arturia FX Collection 6: A Journey Through Sonic Atmospheres

Step into a world where sound is sculpted like mist and memory. Nu-Trix The Synth Guy, with his signature clarity and curiosity, guides us through Arturia’s FX Collection 6—a constellation of nearly 40 effects, now expanded with two new stars: EFX Ambient and Pitch Shift 910. These are not mere tools, but portals, bending beats and keys into shimmering textures and spectral echoes. In Nu-Trix’s hands, each processor becomes a brush for painting vast, evolving soundscapes. If you crave creative transformation and subtle magic in your productions, this video is a must-watch—some sonic ghosts can only be felt, not described.

Arturia EFX Ambient, Arturia FX Collection 6, Arturia Pitch Shift 910

20. February 2026

SPARKY

Woody Piano Shack

CHEAP SYNTH PHAT BATTLE: Woody Piano Shack Throws Down

Woody Piano Shack lines up the Korg Monologue and Novation Bass Station 2 for a no-holds-barred analog synth face-off. Forget the marketing fluff—this is a direct, back-to-back sound shootout, with Woody’s trademark blend of dry wit and hands-on demo energy. If you want to know which box brings the real low-end thunder (and which one’s just flexing its plastic muscles), this is your jam. Expect brutal honesty, a few curveballs, and enough synth beef to fuel your next warehouse rave. Spoiler: the answer isn’t as obvious as you think.

Korg Monologue, Novation Bass Station 2

19. February 2026

TAS

Metamyther

Metamyther’s Modular Mindset: From Endless Jams to Finished Bangers

Ever felt like your modular jams are as wild and untamed as a kangaroo on a Red Bull bender, but when it comes to finishing tracks, you’re left staring at a graveyard of half-baked ideas? Metamyther, the cinematic industrial wizard, is here to wrangle that chaos into something you can actually release. In this energetic guide, he ditches the endless jam cycle and lays out a no-nonsense workflow for turning modular madness into polished tracks. Whether you’re a hardware head or a DAW dodger, this one’s packed with practical advice and a cheeky dose of encouragement. Grab a snag, settle

ALM Busy Circuits Stem Ripper, Expert Sleepers ES10, Expert Sleepers ES8, Expert Sleepers ES9, Zoom L6, Zoom L6 Max

19. February 2026

RILEY

LNA Does Audio Stuff

LNA Does Audio Stuff: 60 Minutes to a Banger—No Excuses, Just Grooves

Ever stared at your DAW for hours, only to end up with a half-baked loop and a cold cup of coffee? LNA Does Audio Stuff is here to break the curse with a 60-minute track challenge that’s all about finishing, not fussing. Liina’s vibe is chill but her workflow is razor-sharp, showing you how to flip creative blocks into finished tracks using Ableton Live and the Bloom Palette Modular plugin. If you’re tired of perfection paralysis and want to see how a real producer gets it done—mistakes, weird vocals, and all—this one’s for you. Plus, there’s a free plugin and

Ableton Live, Excite Audio Bloom Palette Modular

19. February 2026

RILEY

MusicRadar Tech

MusicRadar Tech’s Techno Toolbox: 8 Studio Tricks That Slap Harder Than a 909

Ever wondered how the pros get their techno tracks to rumble like a subway train at midnight? MusicRadar Tech is back with a mixtape of eight killer studio sessions, each one packed with streetwise tricks for building kicks, layering drums, and keeping your grooves rolling all night. This isn’t some dry, white-coat tutorial—these are real producers, real hacks, and real gear, all stitched together by the MusicRadar Tech crew’s no-nonsense, hands-on style. If you’re after fat kicks, hypnotic melodies, and mastering moves that’ll make your tracks punch through busted car speakers, you’re in the right spot. Grab a cheap beer

Ableton Live, Bitwig Studio, Fatso Senior, Flux Stereo Tool, Overstayer Channel Strip, Soundtoys Decapitator, TR-808, TR-909, UAD Cambridge EQ, UAD Pultec EQ, Valhalla Frequency Echo, Vermona MIDI Interface, Xfer LFO Tool

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