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5. January 2026

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

4. January 2026

SPARKY

Sweetwater

Sweetwater & Josh Scott: Fuzz, Accidents, and the Sonic Uprising

Sweetwater brings in JHS’s Josh Scott for a wild ride through the twisted, fuzz-soaked history of guitar effects. If you think distortion was always cool, think again—Scott digs up the moments when fuzz was an accident, a scandal, and finally, a revolution. Expect tales of blown transformers, failed pedals, and the kind of sonic chaos that turned polite pop into a street fight. Sweetwater’s polished style meets Scott’s pedal-geek enthusiasm, and the result is a history lesson that kicks like a drunken horse. If you want every detail, you’ll need to watch the video—some sounds just can’t be described in

Big Muff, Fuzz Face, Gibson Maestro FZ-1 Fuzz-Tone, Octavia, Tonebender Mark I, Univox Super-Fuzz

3. January 2026

SPARKY

AudioPilz

AudioPilz vs. Korg M1: The Overused Legend Gets Roasted

AudioPilz is back in the Bad Gear bunker, this time dragging the Korg M1 out of its velvet-lined crypt for a proper grilling. The M1 is a synth that’s been everywhere, done everything, and probably soundtracked your nan’s aerobics class. But does it still slap, or is it just a nostalgia brick with a broken soul? Expect savage wit, meme-fuelled jabs, and a no-mercy breakdown of what makes this 80s icon both a hero and a headache. If you think you know the M1, think again – and maybe watch your cheese intake.

Korg M1

3. January 2026

SPARKY

Doctor Mix

Doctor Mix’s MIDI Rhodes Rave: One Keyboard to Rule Them All

Doctor Mix is back, and this time he’s armed with a custom MIDI Rhodes that’s been souped up at the Rhodes Factory in Leeds. Forget polite piano demos—this is a full-on live rig assault, with Camelot software pulling the strings and a stack of synths waiting for orders. If you’ve ever wondered how to turn a single keyboard into a five-headed groove monster, Doctor Mix’s energetic, sometimes over-the-top style is your ticket. Expect layers, splits, and a few cheeky tricks—plus a reminder that some sounds just have to be heard to be believed.

C15, Camelot, Minimoog (Geddy Lee Edition), Modi X, Rhodes MK8, Trigon

3. January 2026

TAS

Monotrail Tech Talk

Monotrail Tech Talk’s 11 Favourite Patches: A Modular Patch Party for 2025

Kick off 2026 with a modular bang as Monotrail Tech Talk takes us on a wild ride through 11 of his favourite synth patches. Forget shiny new gear—this video is all about clever tricks, envelope shenanigans, and patching wizardry that’ll have your rack sounding like a kangaroo on a caffeine spree. Monotrail’s style is all about clear visuals and patch ideas you can actually use, whether you’re a modular newbie or a patching veteran. If you’re keen for some fresh inspiration and a few cheeky surprises, this one’s a must-watch. Just don’t blame us if you end up patching till

Plasma Drive, Quad Resonator Aradea, Samarkand

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