Red Means Recording and the Solar 42F: A Machine for Sonic Nebulas

Red Means Recording and the Solar 42F: A Machine for Sonic Nebulas

Step into the magnetic resonance of Red Means Recording’s latest exploration: the Elta Music Solar 42F. This isn’t just a synthesizer—it’s a tactile portal to the strange, the nostalgic, and the boldly untamed. Guided by Jeremy’s poetic hands, we drift through a landscape where microtonal ghosts and brash saw waves collide, conjuring memories of childhood awe and Soviet sci-fi. The Solar 42F doesn’t beg to be played; it demands to be met on its own terms. Prepare to lose your sense of pitch and float in a space where sound blooms and fractures with every twist and touch.

1. December 2025

RILEY

TAETRO’s Launchpad Deep-Dive: More Than Just Blinky Lights

TAETRO’s Launchpad Deep-Dive: More Than Just Blinky Lights

If you think Novation Launchpads are just for triggering clips and looking cool on Instagram, TAETRO is here to flip your script. In his signature hands-on, no-nonsense style, he breaks down how these little boxes can hustle in your studio, from finger-drumming to full-on song arrangement. Whether you’re rocking the Mini, X, or Pro, this video is packed with workflow hacks, customization tips, and some brutally honest Push comparisons. If you’re about that beatmaker life and want to squeeze every drop of juice from your gear, this one’s for you.

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30. November 2025

RILEY

Sanjay C’s Plugin Power Moves: 2025’s Hottest VSTs That Slap

Sanjay C’s Plugin Power Moves: 2025’s Hottest VSTs That Slap

If you’re still rocking that cracked copy of Fruity Loops from 2012, it’s time to step up—Sanjay C just dropped his top 10 plugins of 2025, and this list hits harder than a subwoofer in a hatchback. From synth monsters like Omnisphere 3 and Serum 2 to wild vocal manglers and freebie gems, Sanjay’s picks are all about getting you vibing fast, no PhD required. Expect streetwise tips, honest scores, and a couple of tools that’ll make your beats sound like you spent way more than you did. Grab your headphones and your wallet (or not—some of these are free),

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30. November 2025

TAS

Free Beat’s Drum Sampling Mayhem: SP-404MKII Unleashed

Free Beat’s Drum Sampling Mayhem: SP-404MKII Unleashed

Ever wondered what happens when you toss an SP-404MKII into the ring with a full drum kit and a Zoom H6? Free Beat’s latest video is a wild ride through live sampling chaos, skip-back wizardry, and effects-laden grooves that’ll have your head spinning faster than a kangaroo on a bender. With his signature practical flair and infectious enthusiasm, Free Beat dives headfirst into a setup that’s equal parts clever and bonkers. If you’re keen on performance gear that can take a beating and still keep the party going, this one’s a must-watch. Grab a cold one and settle in—things are

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29. November 2025

TAS

Envelope Follower Madness: Andrew Huang Unleashes Dynamic Mayhem

Envelope Follower Madness: Andrew Huang Unleashes Dynamic Mayhem

Ever wondered what would happen if you let your sounds run wild like a dingo at a sausage sizzle? Andrew Huang’s latest video dives headfirst into the world of envelope followers—a tool that’s as underrated as a cold beer on a hot day. With his trademark blend of playful experimentation and technical wizardry, Andrew shows how these little signal trackers can turn your mix from bland to bonza. If you’re keen for creative FX, punchier drums, and mixes that dance to their own beat, this one’s a must-watch. Grab your headphones, mate—things are about to get lively!

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29. November 2025

RILEY

Verysickbeats Digs Into Pete Rock’s Genius: Basslines, Boom-Bap, and Beat Science

Verysickbeats Digs Into Pete Rock’s Genius: Basslines, Boom-Bap, and Beat Science

If you ever wondered why Pete Rock’s beats hit like a crate of bricks dropped from a Brooklyn rooftop, Verysickbeats (aka JFilt) is here to break it down with style. In this video, he dives deep into a De La Soul classic, dissecting the groove with the surgical precision of a DJ slicing wax at 3am. Expect stories about Dilla, a nerdy look at those signature basslines, and enough beatmaking wisdom to keep your SP-404mk2 sweating. JFilt’s vibe is all about making dope music with what you’ve got, and trust me, this breakdown is packed with streetwise tips and a

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29. November 2025

SPARKY

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

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.

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28. November 2025

RAUMKLANG

SequencerTalk Deconstructs the Waldorf Protein: Wavetable Origami in Miniature

SequencerTalk Deconstructs the Waldorf Protein: Wavetable Origami in Miniature

SequencerTalk invites us to a machine whisper: In an exclusive interview with Waldorf CEO Rolf Wöhrmann, the new Protein synthesizer is dissected. Inspired by the legendary Microwave 1, its sound folds like origami from tension and noise—all in a compact, surprisingly affordable case. Four layers, a Flavor knob, and a modulation matrix challenge both chaos aesthetes and workflow fetishists. If you want to know how much Westcoast spirit lives in a German wavetable, this interview is not to be missed. The details? They’re better heard in the video than read here.

28. November 2025

RAUMKLANG

Waldorf Protein: Sonic Architecture in Your Pocket – musotalk in Conversation with Rolf Wöhrmann

Waldorf Protein: Sonic Architecture in Your Pocket – musotalk in Conversation with Rolf Wöhrmann

Waldorf ventures into new territory with the Protein Synthesizer, reimagining wavetable DNA – and musotalk brings us the key answers straight from the chief developer. In a podcast roundtable full of nerdy talk, ironic asides, and technical deep dives, the patch-origami unfolds between classic Microwave architecture and modern performance features. If you want to know how musical mistakes become sonic spice and why drift is suddenly a feature, you shouldn’t miss this machine room. For sound architects, chaos aesthetes, and anyone who prefers their sounds layered rather than boxed.

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28. November 2025

TAS

HAINBACH’s K Chalkboard Synth: From Kraftwerk’s Classroom to Chaos

HAINBACH’s $10K Chalkboard Synth: From Kraftwerk’s Classroom to Chaos

Ever wondered what happens when a classroom chalkboard gets mashed up with a synth and then ends up in a Kraftwerk legend’s estate sale? HAINBACH dives headfirst into the world of the Beam Music Board—a rare, polyphonic oddball that’s as quirky as a sausage sizzle gone rogue. With his trademark experimental flair, HAINBACH explores this educational relic’s wild sonic potential, from chalk-dusted melodies to sausage-fingered jams. If you’re keen on gear that’s as unpredictable as Melbourne weather, this one’s a must-read (and a must-watch for the full sonic madness).

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