MORE ARTICLE WITH Roland Jupiter-8

17. February 2026

Espen Kraft’s Sonic City: Breathing Cyberpunk Shadows

Step into the neon-lit labyrinth of Espen Kraft’s studio, where sound becomes architecture and every note is a shard of dystopian light. In this immersive glimpse behind the scenes, Espen invites us to witness the alchemy of crafting a cyberpunk industrial synth track—where analog legends and human breath entwine. Here, rhythm pulses like a city’s restless heart, and textures drift between the mechanical and the spectral. For those who crave music that feels like rain on chrome and echoes in abandoned corridors, this is a journey worth taking.

Roland Jupiter-8, Roland TR-808

7. February 2026

SPARKY

AudioPilz

AudioPilz Dishes the Dirt: What Your Synth REALLY Says About You

Ever wondered if your synth collection is a window into your soul—or just a cry for help? AudioPilz, the meme lord of music tech, takes a sledgehammer to synth stereotypes and exposes the hilarious truths behind your gear choices. From Minilogue mediocrity to modular madness, this video is a roast session for the ages. If you think your setup is unique, prepare for a reality check. Grab your doughnuts and jazz cigarettes—this is synth psychology, AudioPilz style.

Akai MPC Live 3, Akai MPC One, Akai MPC XL, Arturia MiniBrute, Arturia MiniFreak, Arturia Pigments, ASM Hydrasynth, Behringer Model D, Critter & Guitari, Dext, Electro Foster Astral Whip, Elektron Digitakt, Elektron Digitone, Elektron Octatrack, Korg Minilogue, Korg Minilogue XD, Moog Minimoog, Omnisphere, Resonant Circuits Ritual, Roland D-50, Roland JD, Roland Juno, Roland Jupiter-8, Roland JV, Roland MC-8, Roland RE-201, Roland SH-101, Roland SH-32, Roland TB-3, Roland TR-1000, Serum 2, Teenage Engineering OP-1, Vital, Yamaha DX7

23. January 2026

LUMINA

Alex Ball

Alex Ball Illuminates: The Sonic Mirage of Acid House’s Indian Genesis

Step into a world where tabla ghosts swirl with neon circuitry, as Alex Ball unravels the story behind Charanjit Singh’s enigmatic 1982 album, ‘Synthesizing – Ten Ragas to a Disco Beat.’ This is not just a tale of machines and melodies, but a journey through cultural echoes, technological serendipity, and the spectral overlap of genres. Ball, with his signature cinematic lens, explores how Singh’s fusion of Indian classical ragas and early Roland synths conjured a soundscape decades ahead of its time. Prepare to drift through a narrative where history, myth, and magnetic resonance blur, inviting us to question where Acid

Roland Jupiter-8, Roland TB-303, Roland TR-808, Roland VC-10, Roland VP-330

13. January 2026

SPARKY

Espen Kraft

Espen Kraft’s Pitch Bump Brass: Five Synths, One Fat Attack

Ready to slap your tracks with that classic 80s synth brass punch? Espen Kraft dives into the world of pitch bump attacks, showing off how five different synths can deliver that unmistakable smack. If you think all brass patches are born equal, think again—Espen’s got tricks up his sleeve and envelopes to tweak. Expect a no-fluff, hands-on tour through pitch envelopes, detuned oscillators, and some tasty hardware flexing. This isn’t just another preset scroll—get ready for a synth brass bootcamp, Kraft-style.

Arturia Jupiter-8, Arturia OP-XA V, Arturia Prophet 5, OB-Xd, PG-8X VST, Roland Jupiter-8, Roland JX-8P

29. November 2025

SPARKY

Tonepusher

Tonepusher’s FOURM Frenzy: Is Sequential’s New Beast the Next Industrial Street Weapon?

Tonepusher is back in the rave bunker, unleashing the Sequential FOURM and asking the question every industrial head wants answered: does this synth slap as hard as its legendary ancestors? Forget nostalgia—this is about raw, analog muscle and filthy modulation tricks. If you’re after the next EBM classic or just want to see a synth get pushed to its limits, this is the kind of deep-dive that’ll make your filter self-oscillate. Buckle up for a no-nonsense, knob-twisting tour through the FOURM’s punchy sound and industrial pedigree.

Roland Juno-60, Roland Jupiter-8, Sequential Fourm, Sequential Pro-1, Sequential Prophet VS, Sequential Prophet-5

1. September 2025

RILEY

Starsky Carr

Cracking the Jupiter Code with Starsky Carr

Ever wondered if you could get your synth to sound as iconic as a Roland Jupiter-8? Starsky Carr takes you on a deep dive, showing how even the Novation Summit can serve up those classic vibes. With his signature British charm, Starsky reveals the secrets behind recreating vintage tones, all while linking hands-on tutorials to thoughtful insights into synthesizer world. If you love a good mix of tech geekery and musical creativity, this one’s for you.

Novation Peak, Novation Summit, Roland Jupiter-8

8. August 2025

LUMINA

Starsky Carr

StarskyCarr’s Cosmic Journey: Jupiter 8 vs System 8

In the sprawling universe of synthesis, StarskyCarr embarks on an interstellar comparison of the iconic Jupiter 8 and the modern System 8. Known for his meticulous dissections and engaging insights, Starsky offers a deep dive into the sonic nuances and technological echoes between these legendary machines. Journey with us as we explore how these synths, like cosmic twins, resonate across time and space.

Roland Jupiter-8, Roland System-8