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27. January 2026

Molten Music Technology’s Orchid Review: Hipster Toy or Chord Weapon?

Molten Music Technology’s Robin Vincent takes the achingly hip Telepathic Instruments Orchid for a spin, asking the big question: is it a creative spark plug or just posh musical fluff? With his trademark blend of dry wit and brutal honesty, Robin dives into the Orchid’s shiny design, its instant chord magic, and the places where it falls flat on its plastic face. If you’re after a no-nonsense, groove-focused breakdown of this boutique box, you’re in the right rave bunker. Spoiler: it’s not all sunshine and Rhodes, but it might just kickstart your next tune.

Telepathic Instruments Orchid

27. January 2026

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Arturia

Arturia Pigments 7: Virtual Riot’s Bass-Forward Sound Design Playground

When Arturia teams up with Virtual Riot, you know you’re in for a deep dive into the architecture of modern sound design. In this official Arturia video, German-born bass music heavyweight Virtual Riot unpacks his creative workflow using Pigments 7, showcasing how its multi-engine synthesis and modulation tools drive both the technical and musical sides of his productions. From granular textures to random modulation tricks, the session is a masterclass in turning digital flexibility into club-ready, festival-shaking results. If you’re curious about how a top-tier producer bends a flagship synth to his will—and how that translates to real-world performance and

Arturia Pigments 7

27. January 2026

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Verbos Electronics GmbH

Odd over Even: Verbos Electronics Explores the Voltage Multistage 10

Verbos Electronics returns with a deep-dive into the Voltage Multistage 10, their 10-step sequencer that thrives on the unexpected interplay of odd and even sequence lengths. In this video, the Berlin-based team demonstrates how contrasting step counts can inject a patch with evolving rhythmic complexity, far beyond the usual four-bar grid. With a focus on modulation, filter sculpting, and layered control voltages, the presentation is a patch-builder’s delight—showing not just what the module can do, but how it wants to be used in a real-world Eurorack setup. If you’re after static loops, look elsewhere; this is about organic, shifting patterns

Bark Filter, Complex Oscillator, Harmonic Oscillator, Multi-Delay, Voltage Multistage 10

26. January 2026

SPARKY

Starsky Carr

Starsky Carr Breaks Down Oxygène Part 4: Synths for the Masses, Not Just the Elitists

Forget the synth museum – Starsky Carr is here to prove you don’t need a bank loan or a warehouse of vintage gear to nail the sounds of Jean Michel Jarre’s Oxygène Part 4. In this rapid-fire, no-fluff tutorial, Starsky slices through the hype and shows how you can wrangle those iconic tones out of almost any synth or plugin with a couple of oscillators and a bit of attitude. Expect deep dives, dirty tricks, and a healthy disrespect for preset culture. If you want to learn how to make classic sounds with modern tools and a bit of grit,

Arturia ARP 2600, Arturia Jupiter-8, Arturia Mini V, Arturia Prophet 5, Novation Summit

26. January 2026

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Chris Sangster

Chris Sangster’s MIDI Survival Guide: Logic Pro Troubleshooting That Actually Works

Ever had your MIDI keyboard ghost you in Logic Pro right when the beat’s about to drop? Chris Sangster, the LA studio wizard behind sangstersounds, is here to save your session and your sanity. In this no-nonsense, step-by-step video, Chris lays out every fix in the book—from unplugging cables to deep-diving into Mac’s MIDI Studio—so you can get back to making music instead of pulling your hair out. His style is all about practical solutions, not tech jargon, and he’s got the streetwise tips to match. If you want to stop troubleshooting and start grooving, this is the checklist you

Akai MPK-49, Korg SV1, Logic Pro, Presonus Faderport, UAD Apollo

26. January 2026

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The Unperson

The Unperson Unleashes the Maneco Labs Groan: Eurorack Mayhem for the Brave

Strap in, mates—The Unperson is back with a deep dive into the Maneco Labs Groan, a Eurorack module that’s as unpredictable as a possum at a backyard BBQ. This isn’t your average oscillator; it’s a dark drone beast that blurs the line between sound generator, texture machine, and straight-up sonic mischief. The Unperson’s hands-on, no-nonsense style takes us through the Groan’s wildest patches, showing off its ability to spit out everything from haunted ambience to full-blown noise storms. If you’re after a module that’ll keep you guessing (and maybe scare your neighbours), this one’s for you. Get ready for some

Beads, Maneco Labs Groan, MFx, Monumatic, Mutable Instruments Clouds, Teenage Engineering OP-1

26. January 2026

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MusicRadar Tech

NAMM 2026: MusicRadar Tech’s Top Synth Picks – No Hype, Just Heat

NAMM 2026 just dropped a synth arsenal that’ll make your wallet sweat and your studio jealous. The MusicRadar Tech crew—those Future Music and Computer Music veterans—beamed in from the rave bunker of California to spill on the filthiest, wildest, and most jaw-dropping gear of the show. From FM beasts and acoustic oddities to cheap samplers and Juno clones, these are the weapons you’ll want in your sonic street fight. If you want the glossy PR, look elsewhere—these lads call it as they see it, wifi gremlins and all.

Ashun Sound Machines Leviasynth, Behringer JN-80, Korg Phase 8, Stylophone Voice

26. January 2026

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Bonedo Synthesizers

Bonedo Synthesizers Unleash the ASM DioSynth: Wind Synthesis with Bite

Bonedo Synthesizers are back at NAMM 2026, and this time they’re letting the ASM DioSynth Wind Synthesizer do all the talking. No fluff, no endless menus—just raw, unfiltered sound straight from the source. If you think wind synths are just for jazz dads and MIDI sax solos, think again. The DioSynth is packing a hybrid engine, hands-on controls, and enough live features to make your old EWI cry. Bonedo’s trademark style? Let the machine speak for itself—and trust us, this one shouts.

ASM DioSynth Wind Synthesizer

25. January 2026

SPARKY

TAETRO

TAETRO Unleashes SEQTRAK 2.0: Groovebox Resurrection or Just Hype?

Yamaha’s SEQTRAK just got a firmware shot in the arm, and TAETRO’s here to see if this groovebox finally earns its keep or still belongs in the back of your gear cupboard. In classic TAETRO style—fast, honest, and with no time for plastic nonsense—we get a tour of the 2.0 update: new track types, app wizardry, and workflow tweaks that might actually matter. Is this the update that turns the SEQTRAK from a clickety-clackety toy into a proper street weapon? Read on, but don’t expect hand-holding—this one’s for the synth heads who want the real dirt.

Yamaha SEQTRAK

25. January 2026

SPARKY

The Midlife Synthesist

The Midlife Synthesist Unleashes the HAPAX: Sequencer Overkill or MIDI Masterpiece?

The Midlife Synthesist dives headfirst into the Squarp HAPAX after six months in the trenches, and he’s not holding back. This isn’t your average MIDI box – it’s a full-on command centre for anyone who wants to run their entire studio from one glowing slab. Expect sharp takes, a few gripes, and plenty of praise for features that actually matter when you’re knee-deep in a live set or composing at 3am. If you’re after a dry spec sheet, look elsewhere – this is a street-level review from someone who’s lived with the beast.

Squarp Instruments HAPAX

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