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10. October 2024

OXI Instruments OXI ONE: Mastering CV & Gate Modulation for Modular Mayhem

OXI Instruments returns with a deep dive into the OXI ONE’s CV and gate modulation prowess, showing just how much control this sequencer can exert over a modular setup. In this official walkthrough, the Spanish manufacturer demonstrates dynamic modulation, accent tricks, and advanced clocking—all with the OXI ONE as the command centre. If you’re curious about how this box handles real-world patching, from acid lines to polyphonic voice allocation, this video lays out the workflow with hands-on examples and patch-by-patch logic. It’s a practical look at how the OXI ONE can drive everything from drums to evolving soundscapes, with a

Buchla Easel, MetaFX, MetaModel Live, OXI Coral, Oxi One, Sample Drum, T Networks

6. October 2024

LYRA

Noise Engineering

Noise Engineering Plugins: Orchestral Alchemy in Owen Nathanael’s “Sacrifice”

What happens when a classically-inclined composer lets Noise Engineering’s wild plugin suite loose on an orchestral cue? In this detailed walkthrough, Owen Nathanael deconstructs his piece “Sacrifice,” revealing how digital effects can morph acoustic textures into something uncannily synthetic—without losing their emotional core. The video, hosted on Noise Engineering’s official channel, is a nerdy, hands-on demonstration of how plugins like Imitor, Desmodus, Polydactyl, Librae, and Ruina can subtly (or not-so-subtly) transform strings, brass, percussion, and vocals. For composers wary of synths but hungry for new sonic dimensions, this is a masterclass in hybrid workflow.

Desmodus reverb plugin, Imitor delay plugin, Librae mid-side processing plugin, Polydactyl multi-band processor plugin, Ruina distortion plugin

4. October 2024

MILES

Expert Sleepers

Expert Sleepers disting NT: Mapping Mayhem in the Modular Realm

Expert Sleepers, the UK’s masters of modular-computer integration, return with the disting NT—a Eurorack module that takes mapping flexibility to new heights. In this official walkthrough, we’re treated to a detailed demonstration of how the NT allows users to assign control over any parameter via CV, MIDI, or I2C, all through a streamlined interface. The focus here is on practical patching: from fader-driven modulations to multi-source integration, the video showcases how the disting NT can become the nerve centre of a complex rack. If you’re after a module that plays nicely with everything from faders to sequencers, this is one

Expert Sleepers disting NT, Expert Sleepers FH-2, Michigan SenseWorks F8R

27. September 2024

LYRA

RolandChannel

RolandChannel’s V-Drums 7 Series: Digital Drumming Reimagined

RolandChannel’s latest deep-dive into the V-Drums 7 Series marks a bold leap forward in the world of electronic percussion. With a reengineered V-71 sound module, next-gen digital pads, and seamless integration with Roland Cloud, this flagship line is clearly designed to blur the boundaries between acoustic realism and studio-processed punch. The video delivers a structured walkthrough of the kits, sound engine, wireless features, and the nuanced playability that digital drummers crave. For those obsessed with workflow, sound design, and performance flexibility, this is a revealing look at how Roland is architecting the future of e-drums.

CY14RT Crash Cymbal, CY16RT Crash Cymbal, CY18DR Ride Cymbal, DW Soundworks, KD12 Kick Drum Pad, KD18BK Kick Drum, KD22 Kick Drum, PD10X Tom Pad, PD12X Tom Pad, PD14DSX Digital Snare Drum, Roland V-Drums 7 Series, V-71 Sound Module, VH14D Digital Hi-Hats

27. September 2024

LYRA

RolandChannel

RolandChannel’s V-Drums 7 Series: A New Era of Hybrid Drum Workflows

RolandChannel brings heavyweight talent and a flagship platform to the table with the V-Drums 7 Series, as Butch Vig and Abe Cunningham dive into a recording session at Studio 606. This video isn’t just a star-studded jam—it’s a hands-on demonstration of how Roland’s latest V71 sound module, next-gen pads, and wireless connectivity are designed for both studio precision and live flexibility. From swapping kits on the fly to integrating DW Soundworks software, the focus is on creative workflows and the expressive possibilities of modern electronic drums. If you’re curious about how digital drum architecture translates into real-world music-making, this is

DW Soundworks, Roland V-Drums 7 Series, Roland V71 Sound Module

26. September 2024

MILES

MAKEN0ISE

MAKEN0ISE: Oscillators as Modulators – Phase Shaving for the Adventurous Patchhead

What if, instead of simply layering slightly detuned oscillators, you turned them loose as modulators for one another? In this latest video from MAKEN0ISE, the Asheville-based champions of experimental Eurorack, we’re treated to a deep dive into phase relationships, detuning, and the peculiar magic that happens when oscillators interact in less-than-obvious ways. The patch on show doesn’t just sum signals—it explores how phase drift and subtle tuning shifts can carve out new sonic terrain, with a healthy dose of frequency modulation and feedback thrown in for good measure. If you’re after inspiration for wrangling more from your VCOs than just

Make Noise DXG, Make Noise Maths, Make Noise QPAS, Make Noise STO, Make Noise XPO

26. September 2024

MILES

Moog Music

Moog Music’s Muse: Dual Filter Alchemy in Action

Moog Music’s Muse steps into the spotlight with a dual filter section that’s anything but ordinary. In this official walkthrough, Moog demonstrates how the Muse’s pair of 24 dB ladder filters—one boasting state-variable flexibility—can be sculpted for nuanced, modular-style sound design. From classic serial and parallel routing to stereo sweeps and overload-driven grit, the video is a patch-lover’s guide to extracting character and movement from the Muse. If you’re curious about how filter topology and routing can transform a synth’s voice, this is a deep dive worth your voltage.

Moog Muse

26. September 2024

LYRA

Expressive E

Expressive E Osmose: Redefining Expressivity in Digital Production Workflows

Expressive E’s latest creative tutorial puts the Osmose front and center as both a standalone synth and a deeply expressive MPE controller, with neoclassical producer Tonnerre guiding us through the sound design and production techniques that shaped his album “Komorebi.” The video is a masterclass in translating nuanced finger gestures into organic textures, evolving pads, and intricate SFX—whether using Osmose’s own engine or harnessing its MPE prowess in Ableton Live. From pressure-driven soundscapes to real-time modulation of soft synths and samplers, this episode is a goldmine for anyone interested in digital instrument architecture, expressive MIDI workflows, and the practical realities

Expressive E Osmose

26. September 2024

MILES

OXI Instruments

OXI Instruments OXI ONE: Modular Modulation Mastery Unleashed

OXI Instruments steps into the modular limelight with the OXI ONE, a sequencer that promises to be the nerve centre for both MIDI and CV-based setups. In this official tutorial, the Spanish manufacturer walks us through the OXI ONE’s CV and gate modulation capabilities, revealing a device that’s as much about hands-on performance as it is about precision sequencing. From real-time output configuration to nuanced velocity and envelope control, the video demonstrates how the OXI ONE can shape synth voices and effects with surgical detail. For those who crave evolving soundscapes and patchable flexibility, this is a glimpse into a

OXI Coral, Oxi One, OXI Pipe

25. September 2024

LYRA

RolandChannel

RolandChannel’s JUNO-D: Digital Powerhouse in a Portable Package

RolandChannel’s latest video puts the spotlight on the new JUNO-D synthesizer series—a lineup that aims to balance portability, affordability, and serious sonic firepower. Built on the ZEN-Core engine and boasting over 3,800 sounds, the JUNO-D is pitched as the go-to instrument for band players, home producers, and content creators alike. This walkthrough covers everything from hands-on controls and sequencing to sample import and advanced layering, all wrapped in a gig-ready design. If you’re curious about how Roland’s digital architecture translates into real-world workflow, this overview is a must-watch.

Roland Juno D6, Roland JUNO-D, Roland JUNO-D7, Roland JUNO-D8

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