Ready to ditch your undo button and risk actual commitment? Espen Kraft dives headfirst into the Model 8 software—a tape machine simulation that’s all hiss, no nonsense. Forget copy-paste and infinite tracks; this is old-school workflow with digital convenience. If you’re craving the crusty charm of real tape but don’t want to remortgage the flat for reels, here’s your detour. Espen’s 80s synth chops and no-fluff style slice straight through the noise. Bring your own coffee—mistakes are permanent.

Model 8, Roland Alpha Juno 2, Roland Jupiter-8, Roland TR-808, Yamaha DM-3

1. July 2026

Pick Yourself

Pick Yourself vs. The 5 Most Toxic Mixing Tips: Real Talk for Bedroom Producers

RILEY

Ever wonder why your tracks end up sounding flatter than a day-old club soda? Pick Yourself jumps into the deep end, calling out the worst mixing advice floating around producer forums and YouTube rabbit holes. Forget cookie-cutter tips—this video is all about dodging the rookie mistakes that’ll leave your beats limp and lifeless. If you care about punchy grooves and not just textbook answers, this is the kind of honest advice you’ll want on your next late-night session. Grab your headphones, but don’t expect anyone to sugarcoat your workflow.

Ableton Live, EQ8, Glue Compressor

1. July 2026

Andertons Synths, Keys and Tech

Andertons Synths, Keys and Tech Unleash Korg Phase 8: Acoustic Mayhem, British-Style

SPARKY

Korg have gone off-piste with the Phase 8, and Andertons Synths, Keys and Tech are here to poke it, prod it, and see if it actually slaps. Jack Duxbury dives into this eight-voice mutant—half-resonator, half-synth—and tries to wring out something you can drop in a set. If you like your gear weird, tactile, and just a bit unpredictable, this one’s for you. Don’t expect polite pianos—think more toaster-fight than tea party.

distortion pedal, etherealizer pedal, Korg Phase 8

30. June 2026

chase bliss

Chase Bliss Onward: Unleashing Creative Chaos with Omari Jazz

LYRA

Chase Bliss, renowned for merging analog warmth with digital depth, invites Omari Jazz to demonstrate the Onward pedal’s potential for creative exploration. This workshop delves into how Onward breaks free from traditional scale constraints, bringing glitchy energy and unexpected textures to any setup. Omari’s unique approach highlights the pedal’s capacity for sound design, layering, and performance, all within a workflow that thrives on spontaneity. Expect a hands-on journey through chaos, critters, and complex sonic landscapes—Chase Bliss style.

Chase Bliss Onward

30. June 2026

Starsky Carr

Starsky Carr Gets Brutal: Erica Synths Razornator Demo’d and Destroyed

SPARKY

Who needs polite reverb when you can weaponise resonance? Starsky Carr dives face-first into the Erica Synths Razornator, a Karplus-Strong mutant that turns basic noise into dripping stabs, warped bass, and metallic percussion. Forget your safe presets – this box is a rave bunker in disguise. Starsky’s no-nonsense style slices through the hype, giving us a taste of chaos, shimmer, and thunder. If you think resonators are just for pretty pads, buckle up.

Dreadbox ARTEMIS, Erica Synths LXR-02, Erica Synths Razornator

30. June 2026

Signal Sounds

Signal Sounds’ Hardware Hype: Synths, Scoring & Studio Mayhem

SPARKY

No guests, no mercy – just pure synth banter from the Glasgow bunker. In this Signal Flow episode, Luke spills the beans on the highs and headaches of scoring films with hardware, while Tom dives deep into the tactile world of moving studios and wrangling new gear. Expect honest talk about why hardware still slaps, how to actually record your synths without losing your mind, and why Signal Sounds are the local heroes of utility modules. If you like your synth chat dry, British and a bit cheeky – this one’s for you.

30. June 2026

Metamyther

Metamyther’s Modular Mayhem: Traffic & Vic-X Take the Fast Lane

SPARKY

Metamyther isn’t here to play it safe—this time, it’s all about sending the Jasmine & Olive Trees Traffic module headfirst into wild modular territory alongside not one, but two Vic-Xs. Expect percussive chaos, algorithmic weirdness, and proper CV abuse. If you think you know what Traffic does, think again. Ready for a modular joyride where rules are left at the door? Buckle up.

29. June 2026

The Unperson

Loop Liberation: The Unperson vs. The Eternal 8-Bar Trap

SPARKY

Ever feel like your tracks are stuck in an endless rave bunker of 8-bar loops? The Unperson is here with a hardware-heavy rescue mission, dragging jams from modular chaos and OP-1 mischief into actual, finished tracks. No fairy dust, just honest talk, practical workflow, and a healthy dose of British self-deprecation. If you’re tired of loop purgatory, this one’s for you—expect modular grit, Ableton tricks, and a blunt kick against procrastination.