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AudioPilz vs. Arturia Pigments: The Last Synth or Just Another Plugin Poshboy?

AudioPilz is back in the Bad Gear ring, this time squaring up to Arturia’s Pigments—the so-called messiah of soft synths. Is this the plugin that’ll finally make us bin our battered analog boxes, or just another overhyped digital darling? Expect sharp wit, meme-fuelled jabs, and a healthy dose of skepticism as Florian Pilz pokes holes in the marketing fluff and puts Pigments through its paces. If you’re tired of synth reviews that read like press releases, this one’s got more bite than a dodgy kebab at 3am.

Arturia Pigments

3. January 2026

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

27. December 2025

AudioPilz vs. Behringer Neutron: A Red Rocket Rumble

AudioPilz is back in the Bad Gear ring, this time squaring up to the infamous Behringer Neutron—a synth that’s as controversial as a dodgy kebab after a night out. With his trademark wit and meme-fuelled savagery, AudioPilz tears into the Neutron’s quirks, colours, and questionable choices, but also gives credit where it’s due. If you’ve ever wondered whether this red box is a punk hero or just another synth scene villain, strap in. This review pulls no punches and leaves no patch cable untangled.

Behringer Neutron

20. December 2025

AudioPilz vs. Moog Messenger: Santa’s Synth Sack Just Got Lighter

AudioPilz is back with another festive roast, and this time the Moog Messenger is on the chopping block. Forget the Christmas wish list—this synth is the kind of self-gift that’ll have Santa shaking his head. With his signature blend of meme-fuelled banter and sharp technical jabs, AudioPilz slices through the Messenger’s plastic shell to see if there’s any real Moog magic inside. If you’re eyeing up a new mono for your bunker, read on before you torch your holiday budget. Spoiler: not every synth with a fancy logo gets a free pass.

Moog Messenger

13. December 2025

AudioPilz’s BAD GEAR Shopping Guide: Synths for Every Wallet and Weirdo

AudioPilz is back with a holiday shopping guide that slices through the synth market like a chainsaw through a stack of IKEA flatpacks. Forget the usual influencer fluff—this is a tour through the wild, fragmented world of electronic music gear, tailor-made for everyone from broke bedroom beatmakers to deep-pocketed collectors. Expect savage wit, meme-grade commentary, and enough real talk to make your credit card sweat. If you’re hunting for the perfect groovebox, synth, or just an excuse to buy more kit, AudioPilz has you covered—just don’t blame him when your bank balance flatlines.

Arturia MiniFreak, Dreadbox Typhon, Elektron Model:Samples, Focusrite Scarlett, Groove Synthesis 3rd Wave, Korg Minilogue, Korg Volca FM, KRK Rokit, Mayer EMI MD900, Novation Bass Station 2, Novation Circuit, Roland S-1, Soundcraft Notepad 8FX, Waldorf Quantum, Yamaha HS

6. December 2025

AudioPilz vs. Virus TI Snow: Synths Are Over?

AudioPilz is back in the bunker, and this time he’s dragging the Access Virus TI Snow into the Bad Gear firing line. Is this pint-sized, menu-ridden Virus the final nail in the synth coffin, or just another misunderstood street weapon? Expect sharp jabs at abandonware, a healthy dose of meme-fuelled sarcasm, and a few moments where the Snow actually flexes its EDM muscle. If you think synths are dead, AudioPilz has a few sounds to change your mind—or at least make you laugh on the way down. Strap in for a ride through menus, presets, and existential synth dread.

Access Virus TI Snow

22. November 2025

Nord Modular, Nord Modular G1, Nord Modular G2, Nord Modular Micro

AudioPilz Gives the Nord Modular a Piece of His Mind

AudioPilz unleashes his unique critique style on the Nord Modular, a synth with more years than most rave tracks but just as much character. Dive into the quirks and merits of this digital underdog in his latest ‘Bad Gear’ episode.

8. November 2025

AudioPilz Takes on the Akai MPC Live III: Ugly but Powerful

In the latest instalment of “Bad Gear,” AudioPilz tackles the Akai MPC Live III, a groovebox dripping with power despite its questionable aesthetics. With his signature blend of humour and technical savvy, he unfolds the myriad features that make this box both a blessing and a curse. Fans of finger drumming rejoice, but be warned: it’s ugly.

Akai MPC Live III

1. November 2025