Synthmagazine UK | Synth News, Gear & Sound Design

13. July 2025

@sweetwater Gives Us a Backstage Pass to Between the Buried and Me

Plug in and turn up! Join @sweetwater as they dive deep into the audacious rig setups of the legendary progressive metalcore band Between the Buried and Me. From wailing keyboards to monstrous guitar tones, this rig rundown is a symphony of organised chaos that even the most discerning metalhead would find irresistible. It’s a love letter to those who thrive on pure, unadulterated sound mayhem!

Ibanez Guitar, Kemper Profiler, Korg Keystage, Korg Nautilus, Moog Sub Fatty, Quad Cortex, Tama Starclassic Maple

13. July 2025

RILEY

Andrew Chapman Creative

AndrewChapmanCreative: No Room Treatment, No Problem

AndrewChapmanCreative takes us on a wild ride, showing how a math rock band was recorded in a concrete garage with zero room treatment. Unravel the mystery of capturing killer sounds without high-end gear and learn why room treatment might just be overrated.

Audix D6, Firepod, NT1A Microphones, Shure KSM27, SM57 Microphone

12. July 2025

RILEY

Andertons Synths, Keys and Tech

Getting Versatile with Andertons: A Dive into Noise Engineering’s Versio Modules

Join Andertons as they explore the shapeshifting sonic capabilities of Noise Engineering’s Versio modules. Invoke unpredictable effects, swap firmwares for fresh sounds, and discover new dimensions with guitars on board. It’s all about creating atmospheric textures and granular madness. Dive in for a rhythmically rich review!

Noise Engineering Desmodus Versio, Noise Engineering Electus Versio, Noise Engineering Lacrima Versio, Noise Engineering Melotus Versio

12. July 2025

JET

AudioPilz

AudioPilz Unleashes the D-Lay Llama Legend

In classic AudioPilz style, Florian Pilz takes us on a wild ride through the history, impact, and quirks of D-Lay Llama—the most iconic singing monk plugin you never knew you needed. With humour and insightful commentary, discover how this cult favourite has resonated through game music and meme culture alike, keeping its ancient tech relevant today. Come for the laughs, stay for the lore!

D-Lay Llama

12. July 2025

JET

Ema Zamboni

Ema Zamboni Dives Back into the Digital Dawn

Get ready for a sonic trip down memory lane as Ema Zamboni ventures into the world of retro DOS game soundtracks. From the gritty buzz of the PC speaker to the lush synthscapes of the MT32, explore how sound technology evolved in the gaming era of floppy disks and beyond. It’s a feast for vintage audio enthusiasts!

Adlib, MT32, PC Speaker

12. July 2025

JET

Doctor Mix

Doctormix Explores the Sonic Science of Physical Modeling

Join the irreverent Doctormix as he ventures into the realm of physical modeling synthesizers, diving deep with the legendary Julius Smith. It’s a journey from Newton’s principles to groundbreaking audio tech that feels like a proper pub brawl of ideas. Expect gear, physics, and a sprinkle of madness.

Mo Forte, PianoTeq, SWAM, Yamaha VL-1

11. July 2025

RILEY

The Midlife Synthesist

The Midlife Synthesist’s Exposé on the OP-XY: A Synth for the Brave

The Midlife Synthesist delves into the world of the OP-XY, dissecting its features, examining its high price tag, and delivering a verdict as sharp as his wit. From MIDI magic to sound boulevards, this is your street-level guide to decide if this synth belongs in your hood or just in your daydreams.

Teenage Engineering OP-XY

11. July 2025

LUMINA

SONICWARE

Sonicware’s LIVEN Evoke: A Sonic Journey with SonicCartography

Join the cinematic journey into the world of the LIVEN Evoke, where Sonicware and SonicCartography guide us through an ethereal landscape of sound. We unravel the mysteries behind its Acoustronic Flux Oscillator and dive into the bounds of granular synthesis, crafting a tapestry that blurs the line between acoustic roots and electronic dreams. Discover how this synth isn’t just played – it’s inhabited.

LIVEN Evoke

11. July 2025

JET

AP Mastering

APMastering Takes on the Kali Audio LP8

APMastering puts the Kali Audio LP8 monitors through their paces, putting them up against a rigorous test comparing them to digital audio and DIY speakers. Despite their affordable price, are these monitors worth it? Let’s tune our ears and dive in.

DIY three-way speakers, Kali Audio LP8

11. July 2025

LYRA

Akai Professional

Akai Professional’s MPC Key 37: Workflow Mastery in the MPC Academy Sessions

In the inaugural episode of MPC Academy Sessions, Akai Professional’s Andy Mac takes the MPC Key 37 for a spin, revealing its prowess as both a performance keyboard and a full-fledged production hub. This session, filmed at Guitar Center Hollywood, is a deep dive into how the MPC Key 37 streamlines melody creation, sample management, and beat construction, all while offering hands-on control and DAW-like arrangement tools. As is typical for Akai’s producer-focused approach, the video is less about flashy presets and more about real-world workflow—showing how digital architecture and tactile controls combine to keep creativity flowing. For anyone curious

MPC Key 37

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