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26. November 2025

Molten Music Technology’s Astrolab 37: Software Synths Go Streetwise

Arturia’s Astrolab 37 is what happens when you stuff the V Collection’s best bits into a compact slab of hardware and hand it to a synth fiend like Robin Vincent of Molten Music Technology. This isn’t your average plastic preset box—it’s a curated arsenal of over 40 modelled synths, all ready to be battered live or in the studio. But don’t get too excited about knob-twiddling: you get four main controls and a world of instant gratification. Is it a gigging weapon or a sound designer’s nightmare? Robin’s honest, hands-on review slices through the hype and gets right to the

Arturia Analog Lab, Arturia AstroLab 37, Arturia V Collection

26. November 2025

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Creative Sauce

Creative Sauce vs. AstroLab 37: Small Synth, Big Moves

Arturia’s AstroLab 37 just landed, and Mike from Creative Sauce is poking it with a stick to see what falls out. This isn’t your average plastic mini-keyboard – it’s a portable synth weapon loaded with Analog Lab’s sonic arsenal, minus the laptop leash. Mike’s got opinions, and he’s not shy about sharing advice Arturia probably wishes he’d keep to himself. If you want to know whether this pint-sized AstroLab is a studio cheat code or just another shiny toy, strap in. We’re diving deep, but not so deep you’ll need a snorkel.

Arturia AstroLab 37

26. November 2025

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Nu-Trix The Synth Guy

Mercury-8: Nu-Trix The Synth Guy Unleashes Cherry Audio’s Jupiter-8 Monster

Cherry Audio’s Mercury-8 is here to crash your nostalgia party, and Nu-Trix The Synth Guy is your guide through this digital rave bunker. Forget vintage headaches and sky-high prices—this plugin promises the iconic Jupiter-8 vibe, then slaps on a heap of modern muscle. Nu-Trix doesn’t just tickle the presets; he dives deep, pokes at the modulation matrix, and gets cheeky with the drift control. If you’re after that early-’80s polyphonic punch but want more than a museum piece, this review is your shortcut to the future-past. Grab a cuppa, because things get weird—in a good way.

Cherry Audio Mercury-8

25. November 2025

RILEY

SON WU

SON WU Drops the Bastl KASTLE 2 Alchemist: Pocket-Sized Synth, Street-Sized Fun

If you’re on the hunt for a synth that fits in your pocket and won’t drain your rent money, SON WU just cooked up a killer walkthrough of the Bastl KASTLE 2 Alchemist. This little box is all about instant fun—five engines, wild modulation, and enough groove to keep your next beat tape spicy. SON WU’s signature style makes the demo feel like you’re hanging out in his studio, learning tricks between jokes. If you want to know if this synth slaps or flops, keep reading—because this review dives deep into every knob twist and hack.

Bastl KASTLE 2 Alchemist

25. November 2025

RAUMKLANG

musotalk

Semi-Modular Whispers: MusoTalk and the Charm of Chaos Synthesis

Let’s dive into the fascinating world of semi-modular synthesizers! MusoTalk presents three exceptional devices under 250 euros that captivate beginners and advanced users alike. A Behringer K-2, Cre8audio East Beast, and Korg Volca Modular, each with its own unique character and sound universe. Perfect for all those who wish to elevate the geometry of sound to their own art form.

Behringer K-2, Cre8audio East Beast, Korg Volca Modular

25. November 2025

JET

DivKid

WMD Clutch: Hi-Hat Reinvented, DivKid Style

Dive into the chaotic yet oddly musical world of the WMD Clutch with DivKid, as he unveils a hi-hat module that’s more than meets the eye. From layered samples to creative effects, this video is packed with features that will have any synth fan salivating.

WMD Clutch

25. November 2025

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Bthelick

Bthelick’s Treasure Trove of Free Plugins

Yo, ready to deep dive into Bthelick’s latest video, where he spins the vinyl on the top 20 free plugins he’s got stashed in his sonic toolbox? This ain’t your average shopping list; we’re talking groove-defining gems that’ll up your beat game without even denting your wallet. Whether you’re a synth head or just dabbling in beats, Bthelick’s got the tools that’ll spark your creativity and get your studio bumpin’. Let’s check it out!

8TT Compressor, Cruncher, DelaySun, Destructor, DrumClone, Flora Light, Magic 7 Reverb, MONSTR, RipChords, Sheepadoodle Phaser, Spitfire Audio Instrument, Time 12, Tiny Caterpillar, Topos, ZL EQ 2

25. November 2025

LUMINA

Underdog Electronic Music School

Underdog Electronic Music School: Surrendering to the Sonic Garden of No-Input Mixing

Step into the swirling fog of pure sound, where chaos and beauty entwine. Underdog Electronic Music School guides us through the no-input mixer technique—a practice that is less about control and more about surrender. Here, mixers become living organisms, and feedback loops bloom into unpredictable sonic landscapes. This is not just a tutorial, but an invitation to drift inside the nebula of nonlinear sound, where listening becomes meditation and every knob twist is a brushstroke on the canvas of the unknown.

Ableton Live, Mixing Board

25. November 2025

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Metamyther

Metamyther’s WMD Clutch Review: Hi-Hats That Slap Harder Than a Subway Door

Metamyther dives deep into the WMD Clutch, a hi-hat module that’s got more tricks than a street magician. If you’re tired of stale, robotic hats and want something that grooves, blends, and gets weird on command, this one’s for you. Metamyther’s cinematic industrial style meets hands-on beatmaking in a walkthrough that’s as much about vibe as it is about features. Grab a cheap beer, because this module might just change your whole hi-hat game.

WMD Clutch

25. November 2025

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Andrew Chapman Creative

Andrew Chapman Creative’s DA67 Review: Does This Mic Bring U67 Vibes or Just Hype?

If you’ve ever drooled over a Neumann U67 but your wallet’s more street taco than steakhouse, Andrew Chapman Creative’s got your back. In this brutally honest review, he puts the Dachman Audio DA67 through its paces, chasing those legendary U67 tones without the vintage price tag. Expect real talk, raw audio, and a tube swap that’s more than just a party trick. If you’re a home studio hustler or just want to know if this mic slaps, keep reading—this one’s got groove and grit.

Dachman Audio DA67, Guild OM-240E Acoustic Guitar, Telefunken EF86 tube, Tung Sol EF806 tube

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