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25. November 2025

Lodewijk Vos and the Roto-Control: DAW Domination or Just Another Gimmick?

Lodewijk Vos (LØ) dives headfirst into the Melbourne Instruments Roto-Control—a controller that promises to drag your DAW workflow out of the mouse-clicking dark ages. Forget wrappers, forget proprietary nightmares, and forget babying your gear. LØ’s no-fluff, composer-first approach slices through the hype to see if motorised knobs and direct plugin control actually make a difference. If you’re sick of controllers that collect dust or die with the next software update, this review is your rave bunker briefing. Spoiler: this thing might just slap.

Melbourne Instruments Roto-Control

25. November 2025

LYRA

Arturia

Arturia V Collection: Lauren Faith’s Workflow and the Art of Instant Inspiration

In this feature, we dive into the creative process of London-based producer and songwriter Lauren Faith as she demonstrates how Arturia’s V Collection anchors her fast-paced, inspiration-driven workflow. Arturia, renowned for their deep emulations and hybrid digital instruments, offers Lauren a palette that’s both broad and immediate—key for capturing those fleeting sparks of musical magic. The video is less about technical deep dives and more about how V Collection’s sound engines and effects become an extension of her musical intent, allowing her to shape ideas the moment they arrive. If you’re curious about how modern software instruments can fit seamlessly

Arturia CP-70, Arturia CS-80, Arturia DX7, Arturia Motion, Arturia MS-20, Arturia Prophet 5, Arturia Pure Lo-Fi, Arturia Refract, Arturia V Collection

25. November 2025

LYRA

UDO Audio

UDO Audio’s Super 6: Unlocking LFO 1’s Secret Modulation Arsenal

UDO Audio’s Super 6 is already known for its lush, hybrid sound—but in this official walkthrough, Hazel reveals a lesser-known LFO 1 feature that injects unpredictability and depth into your patches. By tapping into a hidden bank of alternative waveforms, users can push modulation far beyond the standard fare, opening up new textural and rhythmic possibilities. The video methodically demonstrates how these irregular LFO shapes can transform filter sweeps, VCA dynamics, and more, while also exploring phase, delay, and one-shot tricks. For anyone interested in the true architectural power of the Super 6, this is a must-watch deep dive into

UDO Super 6

25. November 2025

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4ms Company

4ms Company’s MetaModule Producer Pack: Stereo Width and Spatializer Demystified

4ms Company, a stalwart of the Eurorack world, dives into the subtle art of stereo manipulation with their MetaModule Producer Pack. This official tutorial video introduces two digital tools—Stereo Width and Spatializer—designed to reshape the stereo field of your audio signals, whether you’re working with mono sources or lush stereo recordings. The presentation is classic 4ms: practical, clear, and focused on patching possibilities rather than marketing fluff. We get a close look at how these modules deploy psychoacoustic tricks, CV control, and modulation to open up new spatial dimensions in the rack. If you’ve ever wondered how to make your

MetaModule Producer Pack, Spatializer, Stereo Width

25. November 2025

TAS

Signal Sounds

Signal Sounds Unleash the Teenage Engineering EP-40 Riddim: Dub, Sirens & Ting in a Box

If you reckon your beat machine should be as fun as a backyard BBQ gone rogue, Signal Sounds have just the thing. In their latest video, they wrangle the Teenage Engineering EP-40 Riddim—a pocket-sized dub and reggae beast that’s got more tricks than a magpie at a music festival. With Glasgow’s own synth wizards at the helm, expect a wild ride through pressure-sensitive sirens, lo-fi mic mayhem, and enough performance features to keep your next outdoor rave jumping. Whether you’re a seasoned dubhead or just keen to muck about with new sounds, this one’s got something to make your ears

Teenage Engineering EP-2350 Ting Microphone, Teenage Engineering EP-40 Riddim

25. November 2025

TAS

Oscillator Sink

Oscillator Sink Unleashes the Bastl Kastle Alchemist: A Melody Machine for Mad Scientists

Ready for a synth that’s as unpredictable as a Melbourne weather forecast? Oscillator Sink, the UK’s calmest sonic explorer, dives headfirst into the Bastl Kastle Alchemist—a pint-sized melody generator that swings from dreamy to downright deranged. In this marathon demo, he wrangles every engine, effect, and patch point, showing off the Alchemist’s knack for spitting out everything from lush melodies to alien chaos. If you reckon you’ve seen it all in the world of portable synths, this video might just knock your socks off and send them flying into the bush. Grab a cold one, settle in, and prepare for

Bastl Kastle Alchemist

25. November 2025

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Molten Music Technology

Molten Music Technology’s Budget Synth Roundup: Cheap Boxes, Big Vibes

If you think you need deep pockets to get deep into synths, think again. Molten Music Technology just dropped a killer roundup of the best budget synthesizers you can snag for under $300, and trust me, this list is stacked. Robin Vincent’s no-nonsense, gear-nerd style cuts through the hype, spotlighting boxes that’ll get you tweaking, jamming, and grinning like you just found a $20 bill in your old jeans. Whether you’re a broke beatmaker or just want a new toy that slaps, this video is your cheat sheet to synth fun without the wallet pain. Get ready for acid basslines,

Bastl Instruments Kastle 2 Wave Bard, Behringer JT-4000M, Behringer JT-Mini, Behringer MS-1, Behringer TD-3, Behringer UBX-A mini, Cre8audio East Beast, Donner Essential B1 Bass Synthesizer, Donner L1, Korg Volca FM2, Roland S1 Tweak Synth, Sonicware Liven, Stylophone Gen X-2 Synthesizer

24. November 2025

LUMINA

CROW HILL

CROW HILL and BT: Shaping the Sonic Nebula

In an ethereal dialogue, CROW HILL and BT unravel the intricate dance between music and technology. As sparks fly between human creativity and AI, they question what it means to truly craft sound in these futuristic realms. These vibrational voyages offer an entrancing glimpse into the heart of an ever-evolving soundscape.

Atmos

24. November 2025

RILEY

Verysickbeats

Verysickbeats Unleashes the Magic of ReSing

Verysickbeats shows us the world of ReSing from IK Multimedia—a vocal transformer that turns your voice into a symphony of sounds. With a style as smooth as a well-crafted beat, we dive deep into the potential and ethics of AI in music production, wrapping it all up with a sax solo twist that’s pure magic.

IK Multimedia ReSing

24. November 2025

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Chris Laps

Chris Laps Unleashes Phone Sampling Wizardry on the MPC Live 3

Get ready to turn your phone into a sample-spitting machine with Chris Laps’ latest tutorial on the MPC Live 3. From recording audio straight from your mobile to chopping it up with various techniques, Chris shows you how to make beats like a pro. If you’re into sampling, chopping, and groove-making, this one’s for you!

MPC Live 3

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