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16. May 2026

Bthelick’s 5-Step Rave Resurrection: How to Nail That 90s Techno Sound

Ever wondered why your 909s sound more like a polite handshake than a warehouse punch? Bthelick, the dancefloor scientist with a knack for demystifying classic grooves, dives headfirst into the murky waters of 90s techno. This video isn’t just another nostalgia trip – it’s a practical, plugin-packed breakdown of how to channel Jeff Mills without selling your organs for vintage gear. Expect gritty tips, budget hacks, and a masterclass in lo-fi post-processing. If you want your tracks to sweat like it’s 1992, this is your blueprint. Prepare for crunchy converters, cassette grime, and a big dose of British sarcasm.

Ableton Live, Airwindows 2Vinyl4, Airwindows Mackie 1202, AudioThing Blindfold EQ, Caelum Audio Cassette 2, Clark Audio Textures, D16 Decimort, Full Bucket Brigade Delay, IK Multimedia T-RackS Tape Machine, Inphonik RX950, iZotope Vinyl, Kilohearts Bitcrusher, Sonic Anomaly Unlimited, Spectrum Thief, Superfly DSP Lost Tapes, TAL Bitcrusher, Temecula DSP MDV2

14. May 2026

RILEY

Pick Yourself

Pick Yourself Drops Three Tension Tricks That Make Your Tracks Pop (No Risers Needed)

Sick of hearing the same old risers in every club banger? Pick Yourself is here to save your ears—and your tracks—from sounding like a demo straight outta Splice. In this video, our favorite no-nonsense mentor breaks down three killer ways to build tension without resorting to those tired transition clichés. If you’re ready to swap generic for genius and want your beats to slap like a late-night taco, keep reading. This isn’t about fancy plugins or flexing specs—it’s about streetwise moves that make your music stand out. Grab your headphones and let’s get into it.

Ableton Live

7. May 2026

LYRA

Novation

Novation Peak in SCALER’s Live Rig: Digital Powerhouse at the Heart of Hybrid Performance

Novation’s latest behind-the-scenes video takes us deep into the live electronic setup of Bristol’s SCALER, where the Peak synth stands as the central force shaping their sound. With a workflow that seamlessly blends hardware and software, SCALER leverages the Peak’s digital muscle—oscillators, effects, and performance tools—to bridge the gap between studio precision and stage spontaneity. This isn’t just a rig rundown; it’s a practical exploration of how a modern hybrid synth can anchor a band’s evolving sonic identity, all under the pragmatic, artist-focused lens that Novation’s content is known for. If you’re curious about how digital synth architecture translates into

Ableton Live, Novation Launch Control, Novation Launch Control XL, Novation Peak, Oberheim Teo-5, Roland SP-404

7. May 2026

SPARKY

Pick Yourself

Pick Yourself’s Rumble Kick Hack: Techno Low End in Warp Speed

If you’re sick of spending hours on overcooked rumble kicks that still sound like wet cardboard, Pick Yourself has a fix. In this punchy tutorial, he slices through the faff and shows how to build a proper techno rumble kick—fast, dirty, and tight. No labyrinthine chains, no endless tweaking, just a streamlined Ableton setup that gets your low end bouncing in minutes. Expect gritty processing, clever channel tricks, and the kind of advice only a coach who’s heard 400 unfinished tracks can give. If you want your kicks to slap, not flop, this is essential viewing.

Ableton Amp, Ableton Hybrid Reverb, Ableton Live, DS Drum Synth (Ableton), Shaperbox

5. May 2026

RILEY

Andrew Huang

Andrew Huang’s 25 Transition Hacks: Song Flow That Slaps Harder Than a Hi-Hat Stack

If your tracks change sections like a busted subway car—clunky, awkward, and full of weird pauses—Andrew Huang’s latest video is your ticket to smoother rides. The Canadian groove wizard drops 25 rapid-fire tips for song transitions that’ll make your beats glide like butter on a hot pancake. From risers and whooshes to silence that hits like a punchline, Andrew’s playful, genre-bending style shines through every second. Whether you’re a bedroom beatmaker or a club kid with Ableton scars, this one’s packed with tricks that’ll have your next track flowing smoother than cheap beer at a block party.

Ableton Live, Baby Audio Transit, Guitar pedals

2. May 2026

TAS

Bthelick

Bthelick’s Microtonal Techno Mashup: Jeff Mills Meets Angine de Poitrine

Ever wondered what happens when you smash microtonal math rock riffs into a 90s techno blender? Bthelick, the chord-melody wizard of dance music, takes us on a wild ride through the outback of sound design, wrangling Angine de Poitrine’s microtonal madness into a Jeff Mills-inspired techno groove. This isn’t your average four-to-the-floor tutorial—think more kangaroo on a Red Bull bender than polite music theory lesson. If you’re keen on bending rules, breaking scales, and making your synths sing in ways they probably weren’t meant to, this one’s for you. Grab a cold one, mate, and let’s see how far down

909 Drum Machine, Ableton Live

21. April 2026

RILEY

Underdog Electronic Music School

Underdog Electronic Music School Drops Truth Bombs: How to Not Suck at Making Music in 2026

If you’re thinking about making beats in 2026 and hoping for a shopping list, Underdog Electronic Music School is here to flip your script. Oscar doesn’t just hand out gear tips—he hits you with the real questions that’ll shape your whole music journey. From setting intentions to avoiding rookie mistakes, this video is a streetwise guide for anyone tired of getting lost in the sauce. Expect hard truths, a little tough love, and plenty of wisdom that slaps harder than a busted 808. If you want to make music that actually means something (and not just fill your room with

Ableton Live, Adam A7X speakers, Adam S3V speakers, MacBook

2. April 2026

SPARKY

MusicRadar Tech

MusicRadar Tech’s Modulation Mayhem: Ableton’s Chorus, Phaser & Flanger Get the Rave Treatment

Ready to turn your static tracks into a swirling, stereo rave bunker? MusicRadar Tech teams up with Ableton Certified Trainer Tom Glendinning to put Live’s built-in modulation effects through their paces. Forget third-party plugins—Tom shows how chorus, ensemble, phaser and flanger can inject serious movement and width straight from Ableton’s own arsenal. If you’re after gritty bass, lush chords, or drums that actually move, this is your street-level guide. Don’t just read about it—some of these tricks need to be heard to be believed. Let’s dive in before your next track flatlines.

Ableton Live, Chorus-Ensemble, Echo, Phaser-Flanger

28. March 2026

RILEY

Bthelick

Bthelick’s Secret Sauce: Nailing That Elusive Tech/Bass House Lead

Ever chased that squawky, burpy, what-even-is-this lead sound in tech house or bass house? Bthelick’s got you covered, and he’s not holding back on the sauce. In this episode, he breaks down the mysterious vocal-ish synth that’s been haunting club tracks and producer forums alike. Expect practical hacks, a dash of music theory, and enough workflow tips to keep your next beat session spicy. If you want to know why your leads sound like a cheap ringtone instead of a club banger, you’ll want to tune in. Trust me, this one’s got more flavor than a late-night taco truck.

Ableton Live, Delay Lama, Kilohearts Formant Filter, Serum, Vital

20. March 2026

ZAPP

Audio Tutorial Experts

Audio Tutorial Experts: Music Production POV – Point of View Masterclass Reviewed

Tired of glossy tutorials where everything runs like clockwork? Buckle up! Audio Tutorial Experts take you on a wild studio ride—straight from Kai’s headcam. No sugarcoated instructions here, just real production life: spontaneous ideas, real problems, and the sound of blinking machines that throw you right into the heart of the beat-frying pan. If you want to know how house and techno tracks are really made—including frustration, flow, and fat grooves—this is your ticket. And the best part: With Ableton project files, you can get your hands dirty and build your own synth playground.

Ableton Live, Bitwig Studio, Moog-Synthesizer, Roland Synthesizer

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