4ms Company Meets LZX Industries: Video Synthesis, Open Collaboration, and the Rise of Videomancer

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LZX Industries, the Texan-turned-Portland video synth pioneers, join 4ms Company for a deep-dive into the philosophy and practicalities of modular video in Eurorack. This hour-long chat is less about buzzwords and more about DIY roots, technical hurdles, and the collaborative, open-source spirit that’s driven LZX since 2008. Along the way, we get a look at the new Videomancer desktop visual processor—a hands-on, HDMI-equipped box for musicians and visualists alike—and hear how audio and video patch worlds collide. For anyone curious about the real nuts and bolts of modular video, or just pining for a feedback loop between soldering iron and … Read more

Frap Tools Magnolia: Glitch Drums, Modular Style – A Patch Analysis

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21. July 2026

Frap Tools Magnolia: Glitch Drums, Modular Style – A Patch Analysis

MILES

Frap Tools takes their Magnolia polysynth for a modular spin, reconstructing a classic glitchy drum patch once built around Brenso and Usta. This video is a deep dive into how much modular mayhem Magnolia can muster, focusing on modulation, filters and sequenced chaos. We follow their process, see the limitations versus a full Eurorack rig, and explore the creative patching possibilities that Magnolia brings to the techno table.

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Underdog Electronic Music School Throws a Techno Intensive Like No Other

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Underdog Electronic Music School Throws a Techno Intensive Like No Other

TAS

Ever fancied locking yourself in a synth-filled room with a bunch of techno fanatics for a week? Underdog Electronic Music School just pulled it off, and mate, it sounds like a wild ride. From hands-on jamming to deep dives into mixing and mastering, this camp had more energy than a BBQ with free beer. If you reckon you could survive a week of sonic mayhem, this is the kind of intensive that’ll leave you buzzing for the next one.

Voltage Labs: Minimalism’s Sonic Ghosts and Endless Pulses

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20. July 2026

Voltage Labs: Minimalism’s Sonic Ghosts and Endless Pulses

LUMINA

Voltage Labs invites us to trace minimal music’s spectral arc, from the flickering pulse of 1960s New York to the data-driven echoes of today. This is not just a history lesson—it’s a meditation on repetition, restraint, and the way a single motif can bloom into a universe. The video’s narrative floats through time and genre, where each artist leaves behind resonances like fog on glass. Here, we listen for the ghosts between the notes, and discover how less becomes everything.

Scott’s Synth Stuff vs. the Stylophone Gen X-2: Cheap Thrills or Sonic Street Weapon?

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Scott’s Synth Stuff vs. the Stylophone Gen X-2: Cheap Thrills or Sonic Street Weapon?

SPARKY

Ever looked at a synth and thought, “That belongs in a toy box, not a studio”? Scott’s Synth Stuff takes the Stylophone Gen X-2—a pocket-sized analog synth that costs less than a round at the pub—and puts it through its paces. Expect unfiltered opinions, dirty tricks, and a reality check on whether this plucky underdog can hold its own in the rave bunker. Spoiler: there’s more filth under the hood than you’d expect. Let’s see if this thing slaps or just snaps.

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Chris Sangster vs Logic Pro 12.3: Foreground Grids and Other Headaches

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19. July 2026

Chris Sangster vs Logic Pro 12.3: Foreground Grids and Other Headaches

SPARKY

Chris Sangster, the tireless LA studio crusader, takes a no-holds-barred swing at Logic Pro 12.3 in his latest video. Forget fluffy release notes—this deep dive is all about real-world workflow, from that long-awaited foreground grid to Smart Tempo quirks and Beat Breaker tweaks. Chris doesn’t sugar-coat Logic’s bugs, but he does serve up the good, the bad, and the nerdy. If you want to know whether this update’s worth your precious SSD space, strap in. Some details you’ll simply have to see (and hear) for yourself.

Sanjay C’s News Blitz: Plugin Alliance Plot Twists, Gear Steals & Synth Hype

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19. July 2026

Sanjay C’s News Blitz: Plugin Alliance Plot Twists, Gear Steals & Synth Hype

SPARKY

If you’re hungry for the latest sonic street gossip and a barrage of gear deals, Sanjay C has dropped another news bomb. This episode’s got corporate drama, wild plugin discounts, and a fresh hit of synth hype. From Plugin Alliance’s founder coup to Novation’s new monster MIDI controller and Native Instruments’ sawtooth revival, it’s a whistle-stop tour of what matters this week. Hold onto your rave bunker – it’s a wild ride.

Sweetwater’s Mic Locker: Colt Capperrune’s Tour of Sonic Legends

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19. July 2026

Sweetwater’s Mic Locker: Colt Capperrune’s Tour of Sonic Legends

SPARKY

Ever dreamt of diving headfirst into a million-dollar mic stash? Sweetwater, the gear juggernaut, throws open the doors to their legendary mic locker—no velvet ropes, just drawer after drawer of studio gold. Host Colt Capperrune is the perfect candy-store kid, with pro engineer Jason as his tour guide. From chunky vintage classics to modern workhorses, it’s a parade of mics that would tempt even the most jaded gear head. Expect playful banter, sharp opinions, and enough audio nerdery to make your DAW blush.