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11. April 2026

XNB’s Arturia KeyStep 37 Deep Dive: From MIDI Minion to Sequencing Street Weapon

If you think the Arturia KeyStep 37 is just another MIDI plank, XNB is here to slap you awake. In this marathon deep dive, XNB tears the lid off every sequencer, arp, and chord trick the KeyStep 37 can throw at your DAWless bunker or studio cave. Expect no-nonsense walkthroughs, clever hacks, and a few moments where even the manual gets nervous. If you want to push past vanilla MIDI and unleash the KeyStep’s full mutant potential, this is the video—and the guide—you need. Spoiler: this thing can mutate, strum, and chain patterns like a synth possessed. Grab a coffee,

Arturia Keystep 37

11. April 2026

LUMINA

Optoproductions

Optoproductions Illuminates the Sonic Tapestry of Allert Aalders: A Journey Through Dutch Synth Lore

Step through the forest haze and into the Sonar Traffic studio, where Allert Aalders—sound sculptor, teacher, and Dutch synth legend—spins tales of circuitry and memory. Guided by Optoproductions’ inquisitive lens, we drift through Allert’s creative odyssey: from the pulse of Human Beings to the magnetic resonance of rare machines, and the nebulae of modular gatherings. This is not just a studio tour; it’s a meditation on legacy, collaboration, and the ghosts that flicker in every oscillator. Prepare to lose your sense of time and let the story of sound unfold, one luminous patch at a time.

Arturia Beatstep Pro, Roland Jupiter-6, Roland TR-909, Sequential Pro-1, Sequential Prophet-5, Synton Syrinx, Yamaha DX7 II

11. April 2026

TAS

Doctor Mix

Doctor Mix Goes Full Outback: Rebuilding Enigma’s ‘Sadeness’ with UVI Vintage Vault 5

Strap in, mates! Doctor Mix is back at it, this time wrangling the legendary Enigma track ‘Sadeness’ and rebuilding it from the ground up using nothing but his ears, modern plugins, and a healthy dose of caffeinated enthusiasm. Forget MIDI files and original synths—this is pure, hands-on sound design, with every element painstakingly recreated using UVI’s Vintage Vault 5. Expect cheeky banter, deep dives into iconic drum samples, and enough synth nerdery to make your head spin. If you’re keen on seeing a master at work (and a few glorious stumbles along the way), this one’s a ripper.

Emulator II, Korg M1, Roland D-50, TR-909, UVI Vintage Vault 5, Yamaha TX802

11. April 2026

TAS

Starsky Carr

Starsky Carr vs. The Kaleidoscope: Synth Genius or Brain-Breaking Madness?

Ever wanted a synth that feels like wrangling a kangaroo hopped up on Red Bull? Starsky Carr dives headfirst into the Kaleidoscope, a digital beast that mashes additive and subtractive synthesis with a side of generative chaos. This isn’t your garden-variety keyboard – it’s a semi-modular mind-bender that’ll have you questioning reality and your patching skills. Starsky’s signature no-nonsense style cuts through the confusion, showing us why this box is either pure genius or total insanity. If you’re after wild, evolving sounds and don’t mind a bit of brain strain, this one’s for you. Grab a cold one and let’s

Kaleidoscope

11. April 2026

LUMINA

CROW HILL

CROW HILL’s Pocket Strings: Weaving Sonic Tapestries Across Distance

Pocket Strings isn’t just a plugin—it’s a vessel for collective dreaming, a way for anyone to conjure orchestral vistas from a single spark. In this immersive session, CROW HILL invites us to witness the magnetic resonance between composer Christian and collaborator Ed Harper as they sculpt strings into living, breathing textures. Their remote dance of MIDI and reverb, of automation and intuition, reveals how modern tools dissolve boundaries and invite us all to drift inside the music. This is not a tutorial; it’s a journey through fog and fractured light, where every note is a story and every tweak a

Pocket Strings

10. April 2026

LYRA

Akai Professional

Akai Professional’s AIR Fabric Vintage Jup: 80s Polyphonic Lushness, Modern MPC Workflow

Akai Professional’s AIR Fabric Vintage Jup virtual instrument for MPC brings the unmistakable shimmer and depth of classic 1980s polyphonic analog synthesis into the digital age. In this official walkthrough, Akai’s channel dives deep into the architecture, modulation, and performance controls that set Vintage Jup apart—not just as a nostalgia box, but as a flexible, modern sound design tool. With advanced modulation, rich oscillator layering, and a robust effects suite, the video demonstrates how this synth engine can move from lush pads to biting leads with workflow efficiency. If you’re curious about how digital emulation meets hands-on MPC integration, this

AIR Fabric Vintage Jup

10. April 2026

LYRA

OXI Instruments

OXI Instruments OXI One MKII: Multitrack Mode Unleashed

OXI Instruments, renowned for their forward-thinking hardware, take center stage with the OXI One MKII’s Multitrack mode—a feature that turns this sequencer into the beating heart of any hybrid setup. In this official walkthrough, the team dives deep into sequencing and controlling eight independent tracks, showcasing how Multitrack mode streamlines complex rhythm creation without sacrificing hands-on immediacy. From granular track settings to creative pattern generators, the video demonstrates not just the raw power of the OXI One MKII, but its commitment to intuitive, performance-ready workflows. If you’re curious how modern sequencing architectures can empower both DAWless and studio rigs, this

OXI ONE MKII

10. April 2026

SPARKY

Nu-Trix The Synth Guy

Nu-Trix The Synth Guy Unleashes BLEASS Peaks: Polyfilter Mayhem Meets Vocoder Vibes

Nu-Trix The Synth Guy dives headfirst into BLEASS Peaks, a plugin that’s less polite filter and more rave bunker weapon. Forget your grandad’s vocoder patching nightmares—this thing turns drums into melodic carnage with a few clicks. Nu-Trix’s trademark hands-on, no-fluff style slices through DAW routing headaches and modulation madness, showing off Peaks as both a flexible effect and a performance-ready instrument. If you’re after crunchy textures, note-accurate resonance, and creative chaos, this video is your ticket. But trust me, you’ll want to see (and hear) the full filter freakout in action.

BLEASS Peaks

10. April 2026

RILEY

Verysickbeats

Verysickbeats Flips the Loop Trap: Alchemist-Style Beat Arrangement That Slaps

Ever get stuck riding the same 8-bar loop until your ears go numb? Verysickbeats (aka JFilt) is here to break you out of that beatmaker Groundhog Day. In this video, he takes a page from The Alchemist’s playbook and shows how to turn a static loop into a living, breathing banger—no music theory degree required. Expect clever arrangement hacks, some cheeky color-coding, and enough groove tricks to keep your beats from sounding like reheated leftovers. If you want your loops to slap and not snooze, this one’s for you.

Bleass Delay VST

10. April 2026

SPARKY

Tefty Music Tech

Tefty Music Tech Takes on AIR Fabric Vintage Synths: Sample-Based Legends or Just Another Bundle?

If you’ve ever wondered whether a sample-based synth bundle could actually bring the heat to your MPC or DAW, Tefty Music Tech has you covered. In this rapid-fire breakdown, Tefty slices through the AIR Fabric Vintage Synths Vol 1 bundle, giving us the lowdown on three plugins that promise classic vibes with a modern twist. Expect sharp opinions, a few raised eyebrows at the interface, and zero tolerance for mediocrity. If you’re after honest takes, crunchy presets, and a bit of synth snark, you’re in the right rave bunker. Don’t blink – you might miss the bit where the filters

AIR Fabric Vintage Synths Vol 1, Vintage Joop, Vintage Memory Mode, Vintage Pro

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