MORE ARTICLE WITH Arturia MicroFreak

16. October 2026

Nu-Trix The Synth Guy Schools Us: The Wild Ride of Synth Memory Management

Ever wondered why your ancient groovebox needs a backup strategy worthy of a rave bunker? Nu-Trix The Synth Guy dives headfirst into the chaotic evolution of synth memory—from scribbled patch sheets to SysEx dumps that could melt your DAW. Expect nostalgia, hard truths, and a compact but punchy tour through decades of sound-saving mischief. If you’ve ever feared losing your bangers to a dead battery or a dodgy SD card, this is your mandatory crash course—minus the fluffy history lesson.

Arturia MicroFreak, Arturia MiniFreak, Moog DFAM, Peavey rack mount synthesizer, Polyend Play Plus, Prophet 5, Roland JV-2080, Roland VP-9000, Yamaha DX7

11. September 2026

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Devin Belanger

Devin Belanger vs. The Laptop: Why Hardware Synths Still Rule

Devin Belanger, aka Miles Away, takes a sledgehammer to the ‘just use a VST’ argument and digs into why hardware synths are still flying off the shelves. If you think your MacBook is a synth, Devin’s here to set you straight. Expect sharp takes, real talk about tactile joy, and a few home truths about creative paralysis. This isn’t beginner advice – it’s a rallying cry for the hands-on, knob-twisting crew. Devin’s style? Direct, wry, and never afraid to call out the obvious.

Arturia MicroFreak, Elektron Digitakt, Elektron Digitone, Korg Minilogue, Teenage Engineering OP-1 Field

25. May 2026

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Woody Piano Shack

Woody Piano Shack’s Gear Bloodbath: Tier Rankings, Regrets, and $1,000 Down the Drain

Think your GAS is wild? Woody Piano Shack just did the unthinkable: tier-ranked every synth, groovebox, and drum machine from his three-year gear binge – and tallied the financial carnage. Expect honesty, sarcasm, and a brutal breakdown of what slaps, what flops, and how much cash went up in smoke. Woody’s style is all about no-nonsense keyboard fun, and here he spills the beans on workflow disasters, surprise legends, and the harsh sting of gear guilt. If you want to know which box is a secret rave weapon and which is just a plastic regret, this is your new gospel

Akai MPC One, Arturia MicroFreak, Behringer Model D, Behringer TD-3, Boss FS6, Boss RC 500, Boss RC-1, Boss RC-10R, Boss RC-202, Korg Minilogue, Korg Minilogue XD, Korg Monologue, Korg Wavestate, Novation Bass Station 2, Roland Aira Compact J-6, Roland AIRA Compact S-1, Roland Aira Compact T-8, Roland Boutique SH-01, Roland D05, Roland JD-08, Roland K-25M, Roland MC-101, Roland SE-02, Roland TB-03, Roland TR-8S, Soundcraft Mix 8, Teenage Engineering EP-133 K.O. II, Teenage Engineering OP-1, Teenage Engineering OP-Z

15. March 2026

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Woody Piano Shack

Woody Piano Shack’s MicroFreak Review: This Budget Beast Bites Back

Arturia’s MicroFreak isn’t just another cheap synth – it’s a mutant rave gremlin with a taste for chaos and a price tag that won’t make you cry. Woody Piano Shack dives in, poking at its plastic shell, digital guts, and that infamous touch keyboard. Expect honest opinions, a few gripes, and plenty of sonic filth. If you’re after a synth that’s more street weapon than show pony, Woody’s review is your ticket to the weird side of affordable hardware. Just don’t expect a bedtime story – this is all about the raw, the risky, and the rave-ready.

Arturia MicroFreak

23. February 2026

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Lodewijk Vos (LØ)

Lodewijk Vos (LØ): The Desk Setup That Turns Workflow Into a Weapon

Forget the endless tangle of cables and synths gathering dust in the corner—Lodewijk Vos (LØ) has rebuilt his desk into a streamlined, inspiration-fuelled command centre. In this video, LØ slices through the fluff and shows how a smart setup can supercharge both music production and content creation. Expect a hands-on tour of desktop synths, a dual-computer rig that laughs in the face of CPU overload, and enough workflow hacks to make your DAW blush. If you’re tired of setups that kill your vibe, this is the antidote. Get ready for a desk that works as hard as you do.

Arturia AudioFuse 16Rig, Arturia MicroFreak, Behringer Model D, Bird Echo analog delay, Elektron Model:Samples, Error Instruments LOOPMAN, Make Noise Strega, Melbourne Instruments Roto-Control, Oxi One, Philips 272E Monitor, Wavlink Thunderbolt 5 Docking Station, WAVLINK Video Capture Card

24. December 2025

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Nu-Trix The Synth Guy

Nu-Trix The Synth Guy: Five Brutally Honest Tips to Smash Gear Hype in 2025

Forget the endless gear parade—Nu-Trix The Synth Guy is here to torch the hype and serve up five no-nonsense tips for actually making music with the kit you already own. This isn’t another ‘best of’ list; it’s a rallying cry for squeezing every drop of creativity out of your current setup, whether you’re rocking a battered groovebox or a dusty sampler. Expect workflow hacks, gear soul-searching, and a few sharp elbows at the cult of new gear. If you’re ready to bin the excuses and finish tracks, this one’s for you. Watch the video for the full bunker vibe and

Arturia MicroFreak, Elektron Syntakt, Korg Drumlogue, Roland VP-9000

12. December 2025

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Vulture Culture

Vulture Culture’s $500 Synth Smackdown: Streetwise Picks for Every Budget

Ever tried to build a killer beat rig with the cash you found in your couch cushions? Vulture Culture’s got your back. In this wild ride through the best synths under $500, he slices through the spec-sheet hype and gets straight to what matters: real-world sound that slaps in a mix. Whether you’re hustling for a $70 analog noise box or eyeing a semi-modular beast, this video breaks down which boxes deliver the most bang (and bass) for your buck. If you want honest, no-nonsense picks and sound demos that’ll make your next track hit harder than a late-night taco

Arturia MicroFreak, Arturia Minibrute 2, Dreadbox Hades Reissue, Korg Modwave, Korg Monotron Delay, Korg OPSIX, Korg Wavestate, Roland AIRA Compact S-1

4. December 2025

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Scott's Synth Stuff

Scott’s Synth Stuff: MicroFreak Gets Buffed – Two Upgrades That Actually Matter

The Arturia MicroFreak is already a digital misfit with attitude, but Scott’s Synth Stuff is here to show you how to turn this quirky box into a proper sonic street weapon. Forget the usual accessory fluff—Scott dives straight into two upgrades that slap: a Hydrosynth for real polyphonic aftertouch and some lush stereo effects. If you think the MicroFreak is just a cheap toy, think again. This video is all about squeezing every last drop of madness from your gear, and Scott’s no-nonsense style means you’ll get the real dirt, not just marketing hype. Ready to make your MicroFreak punch

Arturia MicroFreak, ASM Hydrosynth, Behringer X32

27. November 2025

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David Hilowitz Music

David Hilowitz Music’s Budget Synth Showdown: Analog Dreams for the Broke and the Brave

David Hilowitz Music is back with a synth buying guide that slices through the noise like a razor in a rave bunker. If you’re a beginner with champagne taste and a lemonade budget, this video is your new bible. David’s trademark blend of nerdy detail and no-nonsense advice means you’ll actually learn what matters—without getting lost in a swamp of specs. From analog vs digital to the best cheap boxes for your first sonic street fight, he’s got you covered. And yes, he’s got opinions. Strap in, because this isn’t your nan’s synth shopping list.

Arturia MicroFreak, Arturia MiniFreak, Korg Minilogue, Korg Minilogue XD, Korg Volca Keys, Novation Bass Station II

23. November 2025

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Free Beat

Free Beat’s Deep Dive on the SP-404MKII: Is It the Right Kick-Off for Music Newbies?

Ever wondered if the Roland SP-404MKII could be your first leap into electronic music? Dive into Free Beat’s visionary exploration, where practicality meets creativity, making this gear not just a device but a path to innovative music-making.

Arturia MicroFreak, Behringer UMC1820, Roland SP-404MKII

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