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11. January 2026

David Hilowitz Music vs. The Dutch Vinyl Oddity: A Sixties Guitar Gets a Rave Resurrection

Ever wondered what happens when a composer with a taste for the weird picks up a battered Dutch guitar from the sixties? David Hilowitz Music dives headfirst into a Craigslist mystery, unboxing a vinyl-clad relic that looks like it survived a toaster-fight in a Rotterdam dive bar. Expect dodgy wiring, missing ground wires, and a neck swap that would make Leo Fender blush. This isn’t your granddad’s Les Paul—think more “budget Bond gadget” than boutique classic. If you want to see a true underdog get a second chance (and hear it sing on a fresh track), this one’s for you.

Egmond Typhoon Guitar, Squier Mustang Humbucker, Squier Stratocaster Neck

10. January 2026

TAS

Andrew Huang

Andrew Huang Spins Up Chaos: The Circle Guitar Like You’ve Never Seen It

Strap in, mates—Andrew Huang is back with a slice of weird gear that’ll have your head spinning faster than a kangaroo on a merry-go-round. This time, he’s roped in Anthony Dickens to show off the Circle Guitar, a self-strumming, MIDI-mad invention that turns guitar playing on its head. Expect magnetic picks, Ableton wizardry, and enough experimental tricks to make your local pedalboard faint. If you reckon guitars are all about strumming and shredding, think again—this beast is here to rewrite the rulebook. Ready for a wild ride? Let’s dive in before the outback sun melts our pedals!

Ableton Live, Circle Guitar

10. January 2026

JET

AudioPilz

AudioPilz vs. Arturia Pigments: The Last Synth or Just Another Plugin Poshboy?

AudioPilz is back in the Bad Gear ring, this time squaring up to Arturia’s Pigments—the so-called messiah of soft synths. Is this the plugin that’ll finally make us bin our battered analog boxes, or just another overhyped digital darling? Expect sharp wit, meme-fuelled jabs, and a healthy dose of skepticism as Florian Pilz pokes holes in the marketing fluff and puts Pigments through its paces. If you’re tired of synth reviews that read like press releases, this one’s got more bite than a dodgy kebab at 3am.

Arturia Pigments

10. January 2026

SPARKY

Molten Music Technology

Molten Music Technology Gets Hands-On: Faderpunk Controller Unleashed

Molten Music Technology’s Robin Vincent doesn’t mess about, and neither does the AtoV Faderpunk Controller. Straight out the box, this 16-channel modular weapon is ready to slap your rack into shape—no manual marathon required. In this first-impressions rave, Robin dives into the Faderpunk’s plug-and-play attitude, its multi-headed CV hydra, and the kind of live performance quirks that only show up when the strobes are on. If you want a controller that’s as immediate as a caffeine shot and as flexible as a rave bunker yoga class, read on. But trust us, you’ll want to see this thing in action to

AtoV Faderpunk Controller

10. January 2026

LYRA

Arturia

Arturia Pigments 7: Dubstep Explorations Expansion – A Workflow Breakdown

Arturia’s Pigments 7 takes center stage in this official walkthrough, where Alex guides us through the Dubstep Explorations expansion—a preset pack engineered for high-impact bass, explosive wobbles, and laser-sharp leads. The video is a deep dive into how these new sounds are layered and arranged within a hard-hitting dubstep track, with a clear focus on the interplay between different preset engines and effects chains. As is typical for Arturia’s channel, the presentation is both musical and technical, offering insight into the architecture of Pigments 7 and its workflow for modern producers. If you’re curious about how digital sound design translates

Arturia Pigments 7

9. January 2026

LUMINA

Starsky Carr

Waldorf Protein: Starsky Carr Guides Us Through Digital Nebulae

Step into the magnetic haze of digital nostalgia as Starsky Carr unveils the Waldorf Protein—a synth that exhales the spectral breath of the 80s and 90s while inviting us into a modern, tactile interface. In this immersive review, Starsky’s signature clarity meets the Protein’s lo-fi shimmer, revealing a machine that doesn’t just emulate its ancestors but reinvents their spirit. From stepped wavetables to multitimbral layering, the Protein becomes a vessel for sonic ghosts and future dreams alike. Prepare to drift through gritty textures, lush pads, and the subtle magic that only true wavetable synthesis can conjure. For those who seek

Waldorf Protein

9. January 2026

SPARKY

Nu-Trix The Synth Guy

Nu-Trix The Synth Guy Throws Down: Drumlogue vs Circuit Mono Station Sync Showdown

Ever tried syncing a Korg Drumlogue with a Novation Circuit Mono Station and ended up in a tempo trainwreck? Nu-Trix The Synth Guy dives headfirst into the gritty world of analog and MIDI sync, showing us where things groove—and where they fall flat on their face. Expect honest, hands-on troubleshooting, a few sync-induced headaches, and plenty of practical advice. This isn’t your average dry tutorial; it’s a real-world rave bunker test, with Nu-Trix’s trademark clarity and no-nonsense style. If you want your boxes to start together and stay in time, this is the sync battle you need to watch.

Korg Drumlogue, Novation Circuit Mono Station

9. January 2026

RILEY

Verysickbeats

Verysickbeats Digs Deep: Flipping 120-Year-Old Indian Samples for Modern Bangers

If you’re tired of sampling the same dusty jazz records and want your beats to slap with some real global flavor, you gotta peep what Verysickbeats is cooking. JFilt takes us on a wild ride, flipping a 120-year-old Indian recording into a beat that sounds fresher than street tacos at 2am. This isn’t just a history lesson—it’s a cheat code for producers who want to stand out, stay legal, and keep the groove alive. Grab your headphones, because this video is a masterclass in digging, flipping, and making ancient sounds bang in 2026.

JFilt Music Library, Logic Pro, Serato Hex FX, Serato Sample

8. January 2026

TAS

NOGASAYAN

NOGASAYAN Turns Berlin Traffic into Synth Gold: Digitakt 2 as a Wild Oscillator

Ever wondered what Berlin traffic sounds like as a synth lead? NOGASAYAN, the hardware wizard with a knack for hybrid setups, takes the Elektron Digitakt 2 and flips it on its head—turning field recordings into throbbing oscillators. This isn’t your average sampler demo, mate. We’re talking about wrangling city ambience and bending it into wild, unpredictable synth tones, perfect for live techno or a cheeky outdoor rave. If you’re keen on chaos, randomness, and squeezing every drop of sound design juice from your gear, this one’s a must-watch. Grab a stubby and dive in!

Elektron Digitakt, Elektron Digitakt 2

8. January 2026

JET

Andrew Chapman Creative

Andrew Chapman Creative’s 2026 Pro Audio Bingo: Hype, Tape, and AI Mayhem

If you thought the music tech world couldn’t get any dafter, Andrew Chapman Creative is here to prove you wrong. In his latest video, he slaps together a 2026 pro audio bingo card that’s equal parts prophecy, pisstake, and painful truth. Expect AI nightmares, plugin fatigue, and a nostalgia trip so strong you’ll smell the tape hiss. Chapman’s no-nonsense, hype-busting style cuts through the industry waffle like a rusty razor. Whether you’re a bedroom producer or a jaded studio rat, this one’s for anyone who’s ever rolled their eyes at the latest ‘game-changing’ update. Grab a pint, strap in, and

Heritage Audio & Lang Electronics 312L, Heritage Audio & Lang P. Lane Compressor, Roswell Mini K87

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