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31. March 2024

Synido Tech’s TempoKey K25: A Digital Controller Built for Modern iOS Workflows

The Synido Tech TempoKey K25 enters a crowded field of compact MIDI controllers, but this official tutorial video makes a strong case for its place in the modern mobile studio. Synido Tech, known for their focus on affordable, high-quality gear for producers and creators, showcases the K25’s thoughtful design and workflow-centric features—especially in the context of iOS music production with Cubasis 3. From robust connectivity options to hands-on mapping and performance tools, the video walks through not just what the K25 can do, but how it wants to be played. For anyone seeking a portable, DAW-friendly keyboard that doesn’t rely

Synido TempoKey K25

29. March 2024

LYRA

Arturia

Arturia FX Collection 4: Neal H Pogue’s Sonic Seasoning for Modern Mixes

In this official Arturia feature, the legendary mixer and producer Neal H Pogue opens the doors to his home studio and his creative mind, demonstrating how FX Collection 4 serves as his secret spice rack for mix enhancement. Arturia’s video is less about fixing problems and more about elevating already strong tracks, as Pogue walks us through his approach to subtle distortion, dynamic reverbs, and the philosophy of adding character rather than correction. The focus is on workflow, taste, and the unique sonic palette that Arturia’s plugins bring to the table. For those interested in how digital effects collections can

Arturia FX Collection 4

29. March 2024

MILES

Frap Tools

Frap Tools: Lukas Hermann on Modular Synthesis, Literature, and the Art of Patch-Building

In this episode from Frap Tools, we dive into the world of Lukas Hermann—a German scholar, musician, and educator whose modular synth compositions straddle the line between literary inspiration and sonic abstraction. Frap Tools, renowned for their design-driven Eurorack modules, host a conversation that unpacks how Hermann’s approach to patching, modulation, and community-building shapes both his music and the broader electronic scene in Western Germany. Expect a journey through evolving textures, improvisational performance, and the philosophy of making modular synthesis accessible to all. If you’re curious about the intersection of art, education, and the unpredictable joys of patch cables, this

Foundation Oscillator, Frap Tools 321, Frap Tools 333, Frap Tools Brenso, Frap Tools CGM, Frap Tools Falistri, Frap Tools Fumana, Frap Tools Sapèl, Frap Tools USTA, FX8 reverb, LXD, Make Noise Just Friends, Moog Slicer, Photophaser, QSC mixing system, Sarajevo delay, Sisters filter

28. March 2024

MILES

Frap Tools

Frap Tools Podcast: Lukas Hermann on Modular Synthesis, Community, and Sonic Rupture

In this episode of Frap Tools’ ‘Let’s Talk Music’ podcast, German scholar and modular musician Lukas Hermann takes centre stage. Known for weaving literary inspiration into modular soundscapes, Hermann discusses his journey from classical guitar to the ever-evolving world of Eurorack. The conversation explores his patching philosophy, the dynamic interplay of voices and modulation, and his commitment to making modular synthesis accessible through education and community events. Expect a deep dive into the art of balancing structure with creative chaos, all underpinned by Frap Tools’ signature focus on thoughtful design and sonic exploration.

Buchla LXD, Frap Tools 321, Frap Tools 333, Frap Tools BLISS I/O, Frap Tools Brenso, Frap Tools CGM, Frap Tools Falistri, Frap Tools Fumana, Frap Tools GROUP, Frap Tools KUNZSA, Frap Tools QSC, Frap Tools Sapèl, Frap Tools USTA, Happy Nerding FX Aid, Harmonic Oscillator, Make Noise Just Friends, Make Noise Sisters, XAOC Devices Sarajevo

27. March 2024

LYRA

Akai Professional

Akai Professional Delivers: Seamless MPC Stems Transfer from Desktop to Standalone

Akai Professional, a staple in the world of music production hardware and software, showcases the new MPC Stems feature in this focused tutorial. The video walks through how users can now transfer stem-separated projects from the MPC 2.14 desktop software directly to standalone MPC devices—no laptop required. With a clear, step-by-step demonstration, Akai highlights the workflow advantages, from stem creation and parameter control to project saving and hands-on manipulation in standalone mode. For digital and hybrid producers, this update promises a streamlined, laptop-free path to creative stem-based beatmaking.

MPC 2.14 Desktop Software, MPC One Plus

27. March 2024

LYRA

Akai Professional

Akai Professional Unleashes MPC Stems: A New Era for Sample-Based Production

Akai Professional’s latest feature, MPC Stems, promises to reshape the landscape of sample-based music production. In this episode, producer Marco Polo takes us on a journey from crate-digging at New York’s legendary A1 Record Shop to chopping vinyl in the studio, all while showcasing the transformative power of MPC Stems on the MPC Key 37 in controller mode. The video dives deep into how this new tool allows producers to separate, remix, and reimagine classic samples with surgical precision. For those obsessed with workflow, creative flexibility, and the architecture of modern sampling, this demonstration offers a tantalizing glimpse at what’s

MPC Key 37, MPC Stems

22. March 2024

MILES

Noise Engineering

Noise Engineering’s Opp Ned: Four-Channel Arpeggiation in 8HP

Noise Engineering, the Los Angeles boutique known for its inventive Eurorack modules, introduces the Opp Ned—a compact four-channel arpeggiator designed to inject melodic complexity into even the tightest racks. In this official video, the team showcases how Opp Ned’s blend of pre-programmed patterns, hands-on editing, and flexible CV control can transform simple sequences into intricate, evolving textures. With independent channel advancement, a full suite of pattern management features, and a panel that’s as intuitive as it is compact, Opp Ned looks ready to become a staple for anyone seeking more than just basic up-and-down arps. Let’s see how this module

Noise Engineering Opp Ned

22. March 2024

LYRA

Arturia

Arturia’s KeyLab Essential: Pauli The PSM’s Digital Storytelling Companion on Tour

In this official Arturia feature, we follow Pauli The PSM through the vibrant streets of Los Angeles as he brings his unique artistry to the stage with the KeyLab Essential MIDI controller. Arturia’s video is less a technical teardown and more a window into how a modern, portable controller can become a true extension of a musician’s creative intent—both in the studio and on tour. With a focus on real-time control, expressive playability, and the seamless integration of classic instrument sounds via the V Collection, the video highlights how digital tools can foster authentic musical storytelling. For those interested in

Arturia KeyLab Essential 49, Arturia V Collection

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