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28. June 2025

Synido Tech’s TempoPAD C16: Wireless MIDI Control Reimagined for Mobile and Studio Creators

Synido Tech steps into the spotlight with the TempoPAD C16, a Bluetooth MIDI controller that aims to bridge the gap between mobile beat-making and studio production. In this official overview, the brand’s signature focus on compact, affordable, and flexible gear is on full display. The C16 is packed with velocity-sensitive pads, assignable controls, and a bank system that multiplies its creative potential. The video walks through not just the hardware, but also the workflow philosophy—highlighting hands-on mapping, performance features, and seamless integration with mobile apps like Koala. For digital-centric producers and DAWless explorers alike, this controller promises a new level

Synido TempoPAD C16

27. June 2025

JET

Andertons Synths, Keys and Tech

Unleashing the MiniFreak Vocoder with AndertonsKeyboardDept

Dive headfirst into the sonic wonderland of the Arturia Minifreak Vocoder Edition with AndertonsKeyboardDept. This synth is all about infusing your sound with vocals, making your music feel like a jolt of raw electricity straight from a punk gig. Get ready for a gear piece that’s as bold as it is versatile. Let AndertonsKeyboardDept walk you through the features, the sounds, and why this synth is sure to shake up your music arsenal.

Arturia MiniFreak Hybrid Synthesizer, Arturia Minifreak Vocoder Edition

26. June 2025

RILEY

The Midlife Synthesist

Sound Designs with MidlifeSynthesist: A Synth Odyssey

Get ready to dive into a world of sound design where the Midlife Synthesist serves up synth patches faster than a downtown food truck churns out tacos. Using the Arturia Polybrute, he crafts three iconic patches that echo through the streets of synth history. It’s a mix of nostalgia and fresh beats, perfect for anyone who’s ever wanted to throw their own sonic block party.

Arturia Polybrute 12

26. June 2025

LUMINA

Jameson Nathan Jones

JamesonNathanJones and the Art of Looping With Soul

JamesonNathanJones invites us into a resonant world where loops are not mere repetitions, but rather intricate narratives that captivate the listener’s soul. By weaving layers of sound, he transforms the mundane into the magical, proving that a well-crafted loop doesn’t trap us—it frees us into new sonic possibilities. Get ready to explore the soundscapes that linger in the depths of your mind.

26. June 2025

RILEY

Matt Johnson’s Keyspace

MattJohnsonskeyspace’s Vocoder Adventures: A Groove-Filled Guide

Join MattJohnsonskeyspace as he dives into the world of vocoders, blending humor, practical advice, and top-notch recommendations for live and studio use. Get ready for a journey through soundboards that daft punk would endorse, all explored with Matt’s signature relaxed and knowledgeable style.

Digitech Talker, Electro Harmonix V256, PCP 330

26. June 2025

LUMINA

S1gns Of L1fe Modular

S1gnsOfL1feModular Awakens Loki: An Ambient Odyssey

S1gnsOfL1feModular dives into the Archaea Loki, a synth module breathing life into ambient soundscapes. An exploration of sonic depth, emotion, and the boundless possibilities of modular synthesis awaits.

Archaea Loki

26. June 2025

LYRA

Yamaha Synths Official

Yamaha Synths Official Unveils Montage M OS v3.0: Effects, Workflow, and DAW Integration Redefined

Yamaha Synths Official returns with a deep dive into the Montage M OS v3.0 and ESP v3.0.0, led by Dom Sigalas at Superbooth 2025. This update isn’t just a cosmetic refresh—it introduces three new effects, expanded sample content, and a suite of workflow enhancements aimed squarely at modern producers and sound designers. The video showcases how Yamaha’s digital architecture continues to evolve, with features like Smart Morph, MIDI Learn, and improved DAW integration taking center stage. For Montage M users, this free update promises not only new sonic possibilities but a more streamlined and customizable creative process.

Montage M ESP (Expanded Softsynth Plugin), Yamaha Montage M

26. June 2025

MILES

MAKEN0ISE

MAKEN0ISE: Patching Silence and Dynamics – Three VCA Workouts

In true Make Noise fashion, this video dives into the subtle art of using VCAs not just for loudness, but for sculpting silence and dynamic movement in modular patches. Pete, filling in from the Make Noise Instagram channel, walks through three distinctive approaches: a Binary Zone-inspired Maths + TEMPI patch, a minimal-cable 0-Coast + 0-CTRL setup, and a crossfading, balanced modulation trick with X-PAN and Ch.Svr. The result? A masterclass in how voltage control and clever routing can breathe life—and rests—into your system. If you think VCAs are just for volume, this one’s a gentle nudge to think again.

0-Coast, 0-CTRL, Ch.Svr, Maths, Tempi, X-PAN

25. June 2025

SPARKY

Optoproductions

Techno Alchemy with optoproductions: The RD-9 and Distortion+ Trick

Get ready for a sonic street fight as optoproductions takes us through a grungy techno journey using just a Behringer RD-9 and an MXR Distortion+ pedal. With a rugged approach, he showcases how minimal gear can lead to maximum musicality. This isn’t just a demo; it’s a masterclass in pushing the boundaries of sound.

Behringer RD-9, MXR Distortion+

25. June 2025

RILEY

Andertons Synths, Keys and Tech

AndertonsKeyboardDept Delves Into Music Theory Magic

AndertonsKeyboardDept takes us on a groove-infused journey through the power of music theory, using one iconic song as the ultimate teaching tool. Jack Duxbury breaks down how Bill Withers’ ‘Just the Two of Us’ is a master class in jazz chords, two-five-one progressions, and more, all while jamming on the Casio CDP-S110. Whether you’re into lo-fi beats or jazz standards, this one’s got the goods.

Casio CDP-S110 Digital Piano

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