Synthmagazine | Synth News, Gear & Sound Design

25. March 2026

Verysickbeats Drops the Real on the MPC Sample: No Hype, Just Facts

You know those gear reviews where everyone’s sipping the same Kool-Aid? Not here. Verysickbeats (aka JFilt) is back, breaking down the MPC Sample with zero sugarcoating—and he doesn’t even have the box in hand. This is the kind of streetwise, couch-level honesty you wish more YouTubers brought to the table. If you’re tired of influencer hype and want the real talk on whether Akai’s new budget sampler is worth your lunch money, this is the video (and article) for you. Grab a snack, because this MPC Sample convo is about to get spicy.

Akai MPC Sample, Roland SP-404MKII, Teenage Engineering KO II

24. March 2026

SPARKY

Doctor Mix

Doctor Mix Throws Down: Prophet-5 vs Prophet-10 – Analog Titans in a Street Fight

Doctor Mix is back in the rave bunker, this time pitting the Sequential Prophet-5 against its big brother, the Prophet-10. Forget the spec sheets—this is a hands-on, ears-on, no-nonsense comparison, with Doctor Mix’s signature energy and a dash of chaos. Expect filter flips, oscillator face-offs, and a few moments where even he admits he can’t tell the difference. If you want to know which Prophet slaps hardest for your studio, strap in. This isn’t just another synth demo; it’s a full-on analog duel, Doctor Mix style.

Sequential Prophet-10, Sequential Prophet-5

24. March 2026

LUMINA

Metamyther

Metamyther and the Demon Box: A Sonic Oracle Forged by Eternal Research

Step inside the magnetic fog of Metamyther’s latest interview, where the Demon Box emerges not as a mere instrument, but as a vessel for channeling the hidden energies of our world. Eternal Research, the minds behind this enigmatic device, reveal a creative journey shaped by rusted iron, wild nature, and the spectral hum of electromagnetic fields. This conversation is less a technical rundown and more a passage through memory, invention, and the alchemy of sound—where each inductor and string becomes a portal to sonic realms unseen. Prepare to drift through the boundaries of music, technology, and myth, as the Demon

Demon Box

24. March 2026

SPARKY

Creative Sauce

Creative Sauce’s Secret Weapon: Tonal Balance Control 3 Gets the Sparky Treatment

Creative Sauce is back with another home-studio hack, and this time it’s all about iZotope’s Tonal Balance Control 3. Mike from Creative Sauce swears by this plugin, calling it his “secret sauce” for nailing mix balance without losing his mind (or his ears). Expect a deep dive into the new features, reference magic, and why this tool might just save your next project from sonic disaster. If you’re tired of guessing whether your low end is club-ready or just mud, this is the video you need. As always, Mike keeps it practical, no-nonsense, and just a touch nerdy—so you know

iZotope Tonal Balance Control 3

24. March 2026

SPARKY

TAETRO

TAETRO’s Tempokey W25 x Roland P-6: Hardware Fear? Smash It with This Combo

TAETRO’s back in the bunker, and this time he’s got the Synido Tempokey W25 and the Roland P-6 locked in a MIDI handshake that’ll make DAW diehards rethink their hardware phobia. If you’ve ever stared at a granular engine and thought, “Nah, too many menus, not enough fun,” this one’s for you. TAETRO’s style is all about making things easy, hands-on, and—dare I say—actually fun. Expect practical hacks, a few wobbly keyboards, and zero patience for menu-diving nonsense. If you’re ready to ditch the mouse and get your hands dirty, keep reading.

Modern Sounds Pluto, Roland P-6, Synido TempoKey W25

24. March 2026

TAS

Meska

Meska Lets the Gotharman’s Tuul Off the Leash: Feedback Mayhem Unleashed

If you reckon feedback patches are just for the modular elite, Meska’s here to prove you wrong, mate. In this wild ride, our favourite dark-techno explorer from the statik collective wrangles the Gotharman’s Tuul into a feedback beast, layering FX like a BBQ stacker gone rogue. Expect chaos, surprises, and more sonic curveballs than a Melbourne weather forecast. Meska’s no-nonsense, experimental style is on full display—so grab a cold one and get ready for a patching adventure that’ll have your speakers sweating.

Gotharman's Tuul

23. March 2026

SPARKY

The Unperson

The Unperson Unleashes Blaknblu MK2: Stereo Mayhem for Modular Maniacs

Ready to turbocharge your rack? The Unperson dives headfirst into the new Blaknblu MK2 modules, and let’s just say these aren’t your gran’s vanilla VCOs. We’re talking stereo oscillators, filters, and VCAs, all dripping with fresh modulation and a layout that finally makes sense in the heat of a patch-cable brawl. If you like your modular gear with a side of chaos and a punch of stereo width, this is the video you need. The Unperson’s signature style—straight to the point, no fluff, all groove—makes this a must-watch for anyone who wants their system to sound like a rave bunker

Blaknblu Alpha Duo, Blaknblu Foxtrot Duo, Blaknblu Oscar DSF, Blaknblu Oscar Tria

23. March 2026

LUMINA

Voltage Labs

Voltage Labs Illuminates Joris Voorn’s ‘Melatonin’: A Sonic Blanket Unfurled

Voltage Labs invites us to drift through the vaporous world of Joris Voorn’s ‘Melatonin’—an album that exhales warmth and introspection in every note. Here, ambient textures become emotional landscapes, and each chord is a gentle tide pulling us deeper into calm. Voorn’s creative journey, as unraveled by Voltage Labs, is less about the mechanics of the dance floor and more about the magnetic resonance of mood, space, and sonic storytelling. This is not music to move to, but music to be moved by—a nebula of sound best experienced with open ears and a quiet mind. For those who seek refuge

Ableton Operator, Fractured Sounds Homestead Piano, Serum, Soundbox

23. March 2026

RILEY

TheCosmicAcademy

TheCosmicAcademy Drops the Real Reason Your Tracks Are Stuck at 80%

Ever feel like your banger’s almost there but just won’t cross the finish line? TheCosmicAcademy is here to school you on why your tracks sound like they’re missing that secret sauce. In this video, they break down the gritty truth behind that last 20%—the stuff nobody compliments but everyone feels. From slick sound design moves to arrangement hacks that keep listeners hooked, this is premium artist development wisdom, served up with zero fluff. If you’re tired of your beats sounding like half-cooked street tacos, this one’s for you.

Ableton, Endless Smile, Panman, TrackSpacer

23. March 2026

SPARKY

Rapid Flow

Rapid Flow’s DNA Suite & Zensphere: Frictionless Bangers in Ableton – No Excuses

Rapid Flow’s Erik is back, sniffles and all, to show us how to bulldoze creative roadblocks with the DNA Suite and Zensphere inside Ableton Live. Forget endless menu-diving and MIDI spaghetti – this workflow is all about instant, pre-mixed groove and hands-on fun. Add the Neoharp for chord sorcery and you’ve got a setup that’s as slick as it is deadly. If you’re tired of DAW paralysis and want to see a real-world jam that actually slaps, this is the video you need. Don’t expect hand-holding – Erik’s approach is all about speed, vibe, and getting tunes done before your

Beatstep Pro, DNA Suite, Neoharp, Waldorf Iridium, Zensphere

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