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6. January 2026

OXI Instruments Lifts the Hood on Mono Mode: OXI One MKII’s Sequencing Foundation

OXI Instruments returns with a deep-dive into the Mono mode of their flagship OXI One MKII sequencer—a mode that, while seemingly basic, is revealed as a powerhouse for foundational pattern creation. This official walkthrough showcases how Mono mode’s piano roll, quantization, and step editing tools form the backbone of flexible, hands-on sequencing. As is typical for OXI’s approach, the focus is on workflow: from live and step recording to nuanced pattern manipulation, accumulators, and groove shaping. For anyone curious about how the OXI One MKII’s digital architecture translates into real-world creative processes, this episode is a must-watch.

OXI ONE MKII

5. January 2026

LUMINA

Oscillator Sink

Elegance in Sonic Flux: Oscillator Sink Illuminates the Röntgen

Oscillator Sink, the gentle architect of ambient explorations, invites us into the magnetic symmetry of the Tilde Instruments Röntgen—a device where minimalism meets deep improvisational possibility. In this video, he drifts through the instrument’s fog-lit corridors, revealing how a handful of unmarked controls can conjure nebula drones, shifting grooves, and alien transmissions. The Röntgen’s design is a study in purposeful restraint, its sound a tapestry of subtle interactions and bold sonic gestures. For those who seek not just notes, but moods and mysteries, this is a journey best experienced with headphones and open ears.

Double Knot, Tilde Instruments Röntgen

5. January 2026

LUMINA

Voltage Labs

Voltage Labs: Voiski’s Sonic Alchemy – Where Machines Become Companions

Step into the Parisian studio of Voiski, where Voltage Labs guides us through a labyrinth of wires, light, and intuition. Here, the boundaries between analog and digital dissolve, and each device becomes a trusted collaborator in a living, breathing performance. Voiski’s approach is more than technical—it’s a dialogue with chaos, a dance with unpredictability, and a meditation on groove. This is not just a peek behind the curtain, but an immersion into the emotional and cultural currents that shape his sound. Prepare to drift through a world where machines exhale spirit and every note is a story waiting to unfold.

Acid Box Filter, Analog Sequencer (USB MIDI), Drum Computer, Electric Filter Factory, Vital (VST Synthesizer)

5. January 2026

TAS

The Unperson

The Unperson Goes Full Triton: Eurorack Layering Like a Kangaroo on a Synth Bender

Ever wondered what happens when you smash classic Korg Triton-style layering into the wild west of Eurorack? The Unperson is here to show us, and mate, it’s as chaotic and brilliant as a BBQ in a hailstorm. With a knack for wrangling modular beasts and a taste for live jams, The Unperson takes us on a sonic safari through multi-oscillator patches, layering voices like a true workstation wizard. Expect unexpected textures, cheeky tricks, and enough modular mayhem to keep your creative juices fizzing. If you reckon modular’s just for bleeps and bloops, this one’s set to flip your snags right

Beads, Dual Dagger, Happy Nerding FX Aid, Keystep, Korg Micro X, MCO, Mutable Instruments Tides, Nobula Monumatic, Octone, Oscar Tria, Pamela's Pro Workout, Patching Panda Etna, Plaits, RYK Algo, Vostok Atlas, Vostok Sena

5. January 2026

TAS

Woody Piano Shack

Woody Piano Shack’s Finger Drumming: Yamaha Pads Get the Aussie Treatment

Ready to slap some pads like a possum on a powerline? Woody Piano Shack is back, this time teaching finger drumming basics on the Yamaha FGDP-50 and FGDP-30. But don’t stress if you’re short a fancy pad—Woody’s all about using whatever’s at hand, even if it’s just your desk. With his signature laid-back style, he breaks down the pad layout, finger tricks, and a rock beat that’ll have your fingers dancing faster than a roo at a bush doof. Dive in for a cheeky, practical lesson that’s as fun as it is useful—just don’t blame us if you start drumming

Yamaha FGDP-30, Yamaha FGDP-50

5. January 2026

LUMINA

TheCosmicAcademy

TheCosmicAcademy: Sculpting Space—Sound Design as Sonic Storytelling

In the hands of TheCosmicAcademy, sound design becomes more than a technical pursuit—it’s the art of shaping air and emotion. This video doesn’t just explain layering; it invites us to drift through the foggy corridors of a mix, where each sound is a character in a narrative of contrast and clarity. With a poetic touch, TheCosmicAcademy reveals why so many producers get lost in the haze, and how true artistry lies in the interplay of difference, not sameness. Prepare to see your DAW as a canvas of depth, width, and shimmering possibility—where every sonic ghost finds its place in the

Serum

4. January 2026

SPARKY

Andrew Chapman Creative

Andrew Chapman Creative’s ADAM Audio A7V Review: Truth, Lies, and Ribbon Tweeters

Forget marketing fluff—Andrew Chapman Creative is back with a long-term, no-nonsense review of the ADAM Audio A7V studio monitors. After nearly three years of real-world use, he slices through the hype to see if these speakers still earn their keep in 2026. Expect brutal honesty about accuracy, clarity, and whether these monitors actually help you make better mixing decisions. If you’re tired of sales talk and want to know if the A7Vs are a street weapon or just another studio poser, this is the review you need. Spoiler: Chapman doesn’t pull his punches, and neither do we.

ADAM Audio A7V, Neumann KH120

4. January 2026

SPARKY

SpectreSoundStudios

SpectreSoundStudios vs. Electronic Drums: The Alesis Strata Core Actually Slaps?

SpectreSoundStudios’ Glenn Fricker is back, and he’s got a bone to pick with electronic drums—or at least, he did. In a world where real drums are a luxury and neighbours are armed with noise complaints, Glenn puts the Alesis Strata Core kit through its paces. Expect brutal honesty, sharp humour, and a surprising twist: this kit might just be a proper sonic street weapon. If you think e-drums are still plastic disappointments, prepare for a reality check. This isn’t your dad’s microwave dinner drum set—let’s see if it finally deserves a spot in the modern music bunker.

Alesis Strata Core

4. January 2026

RILEY

Chris Sangster

Chris Sangster’s Logic Pro Toolbar Breakdown: The Secret Sauce You’ve Been Sleeping On

Ever spent hours lost in Logic Pro, clicking around like you’re searching for loose change in a couch? Chris Sangster—aka sangstersounds—just dropped a video that’ll slap your workflow awake. He’s digging into Logic Pro’s toolbar, that overlooked strip up top that most folks ignore for years (guilty as charged). If you’re tired of menu-diving and want to make beats faster than your pizza gets delivered, this one’s for you. Chris’s LA studio vibes and no-nonsense tips make this a must-watch for anyone who wants to stop fighting their DAW and start making music that actually grooves.

Logic Pro

4. January 2026

RILEY

Verysickbeats

Verysickbeats Digs Up 1925: Flipping Public Domain Gold Into Modern Slaps

Ever wish you could sample like a mad scientist without sweating copyright lawyers? Verysickbeats just cracked open a hundred-year-old vault and found beats that hit harder than a crate of dollar bin records. In this video, JFilt shows how 1925’s public domain jams are basically free cheat codes for producers who love boom bap, lofi, or anything sample-based. If you’re tired of the same old loops and want to dig deeper than your neighbor’s Spotify playlist, this is your ticket. Grab your shovel—there’s gold in them dusty grooves, and Verysickbeats is about to show you how to flip it.

Quick Sampler

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