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9. May 2026

True Cuckoo Illuminates the Haken Slim21 Continuum: A Sonic Canvas in Miniature

Step into a world where touch becomes music and every gesture paints a new horizon of sound. In this immersive Superbooth 2026 deep dive, True Cuckoo explores the Haken Audio Slim21 Continuum—a compact marvel that distills the expressive magic of its larger sibling into a form you can cradle under your arm. Guided by Cuckoo’s poetic curiosity and the articulate insights of Haken’s Josh, we witness an instrument that doesn’t just respond to your fingers, but listens to your intent, capturing every nuance as if it were a breath in a cathedral. This is not just a synth; it’s a

Haken Audio Slim21 Continuum

9. May 2026

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CROW HILL

CROW HILL’s Dirty String Alchemy: When Resampling Gets Weird

Ever wondered if you could twist your precious string libraries into something truly your own? CROW HILL dives headfirst into the murky waters of resampling, legality be damned (well, not really). With a Pocket Strings library, a couple of boutique pedals, and a healthy disregard for sonic purity, Christian shows how to turn polished orchestral samples into post-apocalyptic tape soup. If you like your strings with a side of VHS fizz and a sprinkle of chaos, this is your jam. Don’t expect hand-holding—expect inspiration, and maybe a few legal caveats.

Damedash T120, Fairfield Circuitry Shallow Water, Pocket Strings

9. May 2026

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True Cuckoo

True Cuckoo Unleashes the Polyend Drums: No Menu Diving, Just Mayhem

True Cuckoo dives into the Polyend Drums at Superbooth 2026, and let’s just say this isn’t your average drum box. Forget endless menu labyrinths—this beast is all about hands-on chaos, with enough knobs to make a modular junkie sweat. Cuckoo’s trademark blend of deep knowledge and playful curiosity meets a machine that’s built for immediate, tactile groove-bashing. If you’re sick of plastic toys and crave a drum machine that feels like a sonic street weapon, this is the one to watch. But don’t take my word for it—True Cuckoo’s demo is a masterclass in creative flow.

Polyend Drums

8. May 2026

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RolandChannel

RolandChannel Pushes the TR-1000 Further: Version 1.20’s Digital Architecture Unpacked

RolandChannel returns with a deep dive into the TR-1000 Rhythm Creator’s Version 1.20 update, and it’s clear the digital drum machine is evolving well beyond its roots. This official walkthrough highlights new MFX effects, expanded LFO capabilities, and the addition of ACB-powered 808 and 909 bass generators—each aimed at giving users more nuanced control and creative leverage. As always, Roland’s presentation is polished and focused on workflow, showing how these updates fit into real-world beatmaking and performance. For those interested in the architecture and hands-on possibilities of modern grooveboxes, this update is worth a close look.

Roland TR-1000

8. May 2026

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Yamaha Synths Official

Yamaha Synths Official Delivers: Analog-Style Soundcraft with the Montage M8X

Yamaha Synths Official brings us a deep dive into the Montage M8X, a flagship keyboard that aims to capture the spirit of analog synthesis using virtual analog technology. In this video, sound designer Michael Feiner walks through his process for sculpting rich, layered analog sounds, highlighting the instrument’s oscillator flexibility, filter options, and expressive performance features. For those of us who grew up patching real circuits, it’s a revealing look at how Yamaha’s digital engine tries to channel classic analog workflows—complete with polyphonic aftertouch, stereo spread, and even a nod to FM. If you’re curious about how the Montage M8X

Yamaha Montage M8X

8. May 2026

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Pierre Piscitelli

Pierre Piscitelli Illuminates the Sonic DNA of Michael Jackson’s Greatest Hits

Step into the radiant corridors of pop history as Pierre Piscitelli, the ever-eloquent educator and pianist, unpacks the keyboard magic behind Michael Jackson’s most iconic tracks. In this immersive journey, we drift through nebulae of synths, tactile Rhodes, and spectral layers that shaped the soundscape of the King of Pop. Pierre’s signature clarity and reverence for detail transform each song into a living, breathing narrative—where every chord is a brushstroke and every patch a world unto itself. Prepare to feel the magnetic resonance of classic and modern technology colliding, and let the ghosts of analog and digital past guide you

ADAM A7X Monitors, Arturia V Collection Plugins, Casio PXS7000, Chordie, Garritan CFX Piano VST, Roland D50, Spectrasonics Keyscape, The Famous E Electric Piano Plugin, Yamaha MG12XU, Yamaha MODX M7

8. May 2026

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HAINBACH

HAINBACH Gets Weird: Bastl Kalimba Reviewed Like a Roo on a Trampoline

Ever wondered what happens when a kalimba and a synth have a wild night out? HAINBACH’s latest video dives headfirst into the Bastl Kalimba—a physical modeling FM synth that looks like it’s ready for both a bush doof and a living room jam. With early firmware quirks and a design that’s part game controller, part thumb piano, this beast is as unpredictable as Melbourne weather. HAINBACH’s experimental flair meets Bastl’s madcap innovation, and the result is a portable sound machine that’s equal parts chaos and charm. Strap in, mates: this one’s not for the faint-hearted or the strictly acoustic purists.

Bastl Kalimba

8. May 2026

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Nu-Trix The Synth Guy

Nu-Trix The Synth Guy Guides Us Through Augmented Persia: Where Organic and Electronic Worlds Collide

Step into a realm where sound is both earthbound and celestial—Nu-Trix The Synth Guy invites us to drift through the luminous haze of Arturia’s Augmented Persia. In this guided tour, textures bloom and dissolve, weaving organic timbres with electronic shimmer. The video is a gentle hand through fog and fractured light, revealing how Persia’s layered architecture and modulation depths can transform a simple note into a nebula of emotion. For those who seek sonic storytelling and cinematic resonance, this is an instrument—and a walkthrough—that promises to expand your creative universe.

Arturia Augmented PERSIA

7. May 2026

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Novation

Novation Peak in SCALER’s Live Rig: Digital Powerhouse at the Heart of Hybrid Performance

Novation’s latest behind-the-scenes video takes us deep into the live electronic setup of Bristol’s SCALER, where the Peak synth stands as the central force shaping their sound. With a workflow that seamlessly blends hardware and software, SCALER leverages the Peak’s digital muscle—oscillators, effects, and performance tools—to bridge the gap between studio precision and stage spontaneity. This isn’t just a rig rundown; it’s a practical exploration of how a modern hybrid synth can anchor a band’s evolving sonic identity, all under the pragmatic, artist-focused lens that Novation’s content is known for. If you’re curious about how digital synth architecture translates into

Ableton Live, Novation Launch Control, Novation Launch Control XL, Novation Peak, Oberheim Teo-5, Roland SP-404

7. May 2026

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Joranalogue Audio Design

Joranalogue Audio Design’s Flow 3: Compact State-Variable Filter with a Self-Modulating Twist

Joranalogue Audio Design returns with Flow 3, a deceptively compact 6HP Eurorack filter that packs more than just the usual state-variable fare. In this official overview, the Belgian brand’s penchant for precision analogue circuits is on full display as Flow 3 offers simultaneous lowpass, bandpass, and highpass outputs—plus a clever auto-dynamic feature that lets the filter modulate itself. The video walks through classic sweeps, self-oscillation, and quadrature sine duties, but also dives into pinged percussion and envelope following, showing how Flow 3 can become a flexible hub in any modular patch. For those who crave both surgical control and creative

Joranalogue Collide 4, Joranalogue Cycle 5, Joranalogue Filter 8, Joranalogue Flow 3, Joranalogue Fold 6

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