YOUTUBER: UDO Audio

3. February 2026

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UDO Audio’s Super 8: Patchcraft and Performance with Hazel Mills

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UDO Audio’s Super 8: Patchcraft and Performance with Hazel Mills

In this analytical dive, we follow Hazel Mills as she constructs evocative patches on the UDO Audio Super 8, revealing the instrument’s hybrid character and hands-on modulation appeal. UDO Audio, known for their lush, FPGA-driven analog-hybrid synths, provides the canvas for Mills’ performance video ‘SIGIL.’ The video is less about preset surfing and more about building sounds from the ground up—oscillator by oscillator, envelope by envelope—showcasing the Super 8’s strengths in rhythmic, percussive, and sustained textures. For those interested in how a synth’s architecture shapes real-world patches, this is a revealing look at both the instrument and the artist’s process.

9. December 2025

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UDO Audio’s Super 6: Crafting a Complete Drum Kit from Scratch

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UDO Audio’s Super 6: Crafting a Complete Drum Kit from Scratch

UDO Audio, the Bristol-based synth wizards, are known for their lush, hands-on polysynths, but in this video, they take the Super 6 into unexpected percussive territory. Hazel Mills demonstrates how to coax a full mini drum kit—kick, snare, hats, and toms—entirely from the Super 6’s own synthesis engine. Through clever envelope shaping, pitch modulation, and judicious use of noise, the Super 6 transforms from a polyphonic powerhouse into a surprisingly capable drum machine. If you’ve ever wondered how far a synth can be pushed into drum duties, this session is a patcher’s delight.

25. November 2025

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UDO Audio’s Super 6: Unlocking LFO 1’s Secret Modulation Arsenal

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UDO Audio’s Super 6: Unlocking LFO 1’s Secret Modulation Arsenal

UDO Audio’s Super 6 is already known for its lush, hybrid sound—but in this official walkthrough, Hazel reveals a lesser-known LFO 1 feature that injects unpredictability and depth into your patches. By tapping into a hidden bank of alternative waveforms, users can push modulation far beyond the standard fare, opening up new textural and rhythmic possibilities. The video methodically demonstrates how these irregular LFO shapes can transform filter sweeps, VCA dynamics, and more, while also exploring phase, delay, and one-shot tricks. For anyone interested in the true architectural power of the Super 6, this is a must-watch deep dive into

31. October 2025

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UDO Audio’s Super 8: Synthesising Thriller’s Spirit for Halloween

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UDO Audio’s Super 8: Synthesising Thriller’s Spirit for Halloween

In this Halloween-themed Patchwork episode, UDO Audio enlists Hazel Mills to dissect and recreate two of the most iconic synth sounds from Michael Jackson’s ‘Thriller’—all on the Super 8. True to UDO’s hands-on ethos, the video is less about slavish imitation and more about understanding the sound design DNA behind those legendary pads and basses. From detuned saws to expressive filter sweeps, Hazel demonstrates how the Super 8’s hybrid engine can channel vintage character with modern flexibility. For synth nerds and patchers alike, it’s a revealing look at how classic tones are built from the ground up on contemporary hardware.

16. May 2025

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UDO Audio’s Super 8: Patchwork Pursuits with The Knife’s ‘Heartbeats’

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UDO Audio’s Super 8: Patchwork Pursuits with The Knife’s ‘Heartbeats’

UDO Audio returns with another Patchwork episode, this time enlisting Hazel Mills to dissect and reconstruct the iconic bass synth from The Knife’s ‘Heartbeats’ using the Super 8. The video is a hands-on exploration of classic sound design techniques—pulse width modulation and oscillator sync—showcasing the Super 8’s knack for nailing both subtle movement and massive, layered tones. As always with UDO, the focus is on immediate playability and sonic depth, with Hazel’s patching process revealing both the strengths and creative quirks of this British hybrid polysynth. If you’re after a synth that invites experimentation and rewards careful modulation, this is

21. November 2024

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UDO Audio’s Super 8: Patchwork Precision with CARIBOU’s ‘Honey’

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UDO Audio’s Super 8: Patchwork Precision with CARIBOU’s ‘Honey’

UDO Audio returns with a patchwork challenge, this time tasking Hazel Mills to recreate the distinctive synth textures of CARIBOU’s ‘Honey’ using the Super 8. True to UDO’s ethos of hands-on playability and rich, spacious sound, the video dives deep into the art of sound recreation—analysing, tweaking, and layering to capture the essence of the original track. Hazel’s methodical approach, from sawtooth stabs to square wave bass, showcases the Super 8’s strengths as both a creative and analytical tool. For those who obsess over envelopes and filter sweeps, this is a masterclass in patching with purpose.

16. October 2024

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UDO Audio’s Super 8 Sequencer: Layered Performance, British Style

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UDO Audio’s Super 8 Sequencer: Layered Performance, British Style

UDO Audio, the Bristol-based purveyors of analog-hybrid synth wizardry, put their Super 8’s sequencer front and centre in this hands-on demonstration. Hazel Mills walks us through the instrument’s approach to layering, step sequencing, and real-time manipulation, showing how the Super 8’s design ethos supports both structured composition and spontaneous play. If you’re curious about how this FPGA-powered polysynth lets you blend, tweak and perform with sequences across dual layers, this video is a deep dive into its creative potential. Expect practical patching tips, expressive controls, and a taste of UDO’s signature immediacy.

10. September 2024

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UDO Audio Super 8: Bi-Timbral Adventures in Evolving Sound

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UDO Audio Super 8: Bi-Timbral Adventures in Evolving Sound

UDO Audio’s Super 8 is not your average polysynth—it’s a bi-timbral, modulation-rich machine designed for those who crave evolving, layered textures. In this official video, Hazel Mills takes the Super 8 through its paces, demonstrating how its dual sound engines, flexible modulation matrix, and hands-on controls can be harnessed for self-evolving patches. As typical for UDO Audio, the focus is on playability and sonic depth, with a clear invitation to experiment and push boundaries. If you’re interested in how modulation sources and destinations interact in a modern hybrid synth, this walkthrough is a must-watch.

13. August 2024

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UDO Audio’s Super 8: Filter Self-Oscillation and Sonic Alchemy

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UDO Audio’s Super 8: Filter Self-Oscillation and Sonic Alchemy

UDO Audio’s Super 8 isn’t just another hybrid polysynth—it’s a playground for those who like to push their gear beyond the obvious. In this official video, Hazel Mills demonstrates how the Super 8’s analogue filter can be coaxed into self-oscillation, effectively transforming it into a third oscillator. The walkthrough covers everything from calibration quirks to layering tricks, showing how this technique opens up a world of sound design possibilities. As is typical of UDO Audio’s hands-on ethos, the focus is on practical, playable results rather than menu-diving. Let’s dissect what’s actually on offer when you treat your filter as a

17. May 2024

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UDO Audio Super 8: Between Giants, Into the Sonic Wilds

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UDO Audio Super 8: Between Giants, Into the Sonic Wilds

UDO Audio, known for their lush, hands-on polysynths, have slotted the Super 8 neatly between their flagship Super 6 and the mighty Super Gemini. In this official first-impressions video, Hazel Mills takes the Super 8 for a spin, building sounds from scratch and exploring its dual-layer architecture. The focus is on real-world patching and performance, with plenty of modulation, layering, and effects to showcase the instrument’s creative potential. If you’re curious about how the Super 8 behaves in a musician’s hands, this is a revealing, patch-oriented dive into UDO’s latest hybrid.