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18. December 2025

DivKid Unleashes the Deuxd: Stereo Filter Mayhem for Modular Maniacs

DivKid’s back at it, this time diving headfirst into the Deuxd from Mehr Music Machines—a Eurorack stereo filter that’s as subtle as a brick through a window when you want it, and as clean as a monk’s laundry when you don’t. We’re talking cross modulation at audio rates, stereo filth, and enough patching tricks to keep even the most jaded modular heads awake at night. If you’re after a filter that can morph from buttery smooth to bonkers chaos with a flick of a switch, this one’s got your name on it. Don’t let the polite panel design fool you—this

Mehr Music Machines Deuxd

18. December 2025

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SoulBrix Music

SoulBrix Music Unboxes the Teenage Engineering EP-40: Riddim in a Box or Plastic Regret?

SoulBrix Music dives headfirst into the Teenage Engineering EP-40 Riddim, dragging its quirky sidekick, the TingFX mic, along for the ride. This isn’t your average unboxing—expect sharp takes, honest first impressions, and a healthy dose of scepticism about build quality. If you’re tired of sugar-coated gear hype and want to know whether this pocket sampler is a rave weapon or a toy, you’re in the right place. Spoiler: the demo’s coming in part two, so don’t pack up your batteries just yet.

Teenage Engineering EP–40, TingFX EP-2530

18. December 2025

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Pick Yourself

Pick Yourself’s Sonic Ritual: The 15-Minute Drift into Sound Design Depths

What if every day, for just fifteen minutes, you could peel back the surface of your favorite synth and find a new world breathing underneath? In this immersive journey, Pick Yourself invites us to drift beyond the familiar, discovering hidden textures and spectral tricks inside Ableton’s Drift. Through poetic focus and disciplined exploration, the creator reveals how a daily habit can transform not just sounds, but the very way we shape emotion in music. This is more than a tutorial—it’s a meditation on the art of listening, the power of intention, and the magnetic resonance between mind and machine.

Ableton Drift

18. December 2025

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Behringer

Behringer BDS-3: Analog Drum Synthesis Reimagined

Behringer returns to the roots of synthesized percussion with the BDS-3, an analog drum synthesizer channeling the spirit of 1980s drum machines. This semi-modular box offers four discrete analog channels, each primed for classic kicks, snares, and toms—or for venturing into the more experimental fringes of percussive sound design. In their official video, Behringer walks us through the BDS-3’s hands-on controls, modulation options, and input versatility, all wrapped in a retro-inspired chassis. For those who crave both punchy beats and the freedom to sculpt wild, otherworldly percussion, the BDS-3 promises to be more than just another drum box.

Behringer BDS-3

18. December 2025

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Behringer

Behringer UB-1 Micro: Pocket-Sized Powerhouse with Classic Analog Attitude

Behringer’s UB-1 Micro is a synth that seems determined to defy the laws of physics—and perhaps a few expectations along the way. In this official first-look video, Behringer showcases their ultra-compact, analog-style UB-1 Micro, a device that aims to put classic synth tones and hands-on control quite literally in your pocket. Despite its diminutive size, the UB-1 Micro is packed with features: dual DCOs, a four-pole VCF, dual LFOs, a three-mode arpeggiator, and a touch keyboard, all powered by legendary analog chips. The focus here is on portability without sacrificing sonic heft, making it a tempting tool for modular heads

Behringer UB-1 Micro

18. December 2025

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Korg

Korg KRONOS 3: Touring the World with Jordan Rudess and a Powerhouse Workstation

When it comes to digital workstations that can handle the demands of a world tour, few instruments have the architectural muscle of the Korg KRONOS 3. In this official Korg video, Dream Theater’s Jordan Rudess takes us backstage and onstage, revealing why the KRONOS is his essential companion for everything from orchestral layers to snarling leads. With a focus on versatility, deep layering, and expressive control, Rudess demonstrates how the KRONOS 3’s sound engines, effects, and performance tools translate into real-world musical power. For anyone interested in how a flagship workstation holds up under the pressure of nightly shows, this

Korg KRONOS 3

18. December 2025

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Nu-Trix The Synth Guy

Nu-Trix The Synth Guy Unleashes Cubasis 3.8: iPad DAW Gets a Proper Kick Up the Arse

Steinberg’s Cubasis 3.8 just landed on iPad, and Nu-Trix The Synth Guy is here to drag it through its paces. This isn’t your average DAW update – we’re talking slick layout shifts, amp racks that’ll make your basslines sweat, and two new pianos that go from smoky jazz bar to ambient dreamscape. Nu-Trix’s style is all about hands-on, no-fluff demos, and he doesn’t waste a second showing off what matters. If you want to know whether Cubasis 3.8 is a studio weapon or just another shiny app, this is the video to watch. Grab your iPad and prepare for some

Steinberg Cubasis 3.8, Steinberg Étude, Steinberg Verve

18. December 2025

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Woody Piano Shack

Woody Piano Shack Unleashes the Juno D6: Scenes, Sequencer, and Sonic Mischief

Roland’s Juno D6 isn’t just another plastic-fantastic synth—Woody Piano Shack dives in and shows us why its Scenes and sequencer are more than just menu-diving faff. If you’re after instant groove, layered textures, and a few happy accidents, this is your kind of playground. Woody’s style is as playful as ever, breaking down the workflow without the usual snooze-fest. Stick around for live jams, real talk about limitations, and a few classic Roland sounds that still slap. If you think you know the Juno D6, think again—this one’s got more tricks up its sleeve than you’d expect.

Roland Juno D6

17. December 2025

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Verysickbeats

Verysickbeats Breaks Down DJ Premier’s Triple Flip: When Legends Remix Themselves

If you ever wondered what happens when a hip-hop legend risks flipping his own classic—three times—then you gotta peep what Verysickbeats is cooking up. JFilt dives deep into DJ Premier’s wild journey of reimagining ‘New York State of Mind’ for Nas, breaking down the genius, the nerves, and the haters. This isn’t just a beat breakdown; it’s a lesson in hip-hop history, street-level creativity, and why sometimes you gotta mess with the sacred to make something fresh. Grab your headphones and a bag of chips—this is one for the heads and the beat nerds alike.

Billy Joel sample, Donald Byrd 'Flight Time' trumpet sample

17. December 2025

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Andrew Chapman Creative

Blindfolded with Andrew Chapman Creative: SSL Revival 4000 Faces the Truth

Andrew Chapman Creative isn’t here to worship at the altar of SSL – he’s here to drag the Revival 4000 channel strip through a no-mercy blind test. Forget brand hype and nostalgia: this is about what actually hits your ears. Chapman’s style is brutally honest, with a side of dry wit, and he’s not afraid to call out gear that doesn’t earn its keep. If you want to know whether the SSL Revival 4000 is a studio street weapon or just another overpriced badge, this is the showdown you need. Spoiler: you’ll want to hear the shootout for yourself –

A Designs P-1 500 Series Preamp, Antelope Audio Discrete 4, Brainworx BX Console SSL 4000 Channel Strip Plugin, Chandler TG2 500 Series Preamp, Dachman Audio DA87 SE, Guild OM240E Acoustic Guitar, SSL Revival 4000 Series Channel Strip

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