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13. April 2026

The Unperson’s FM Street Fight: DX7 Dreams and Eurorack Mayhem

FM synthesis: the sound of the future, or the reason you nearly threw your synth out the window in 1987? The Unperson dives headfirst into the digital jungle, dragging the Yamaha DX7’s legacy into the Eurorack rave bunker. Expect glassy bells, dirty basslines, and a parade of modern FM modules that actually make sense. If you’re tired of menu-diving and want to see FM get hands-on, this is your ticket. Don’t let the nostalgia fool you – these modules slap, and The Unperson’s jams prove it.

Blaknblu Oscar DSF, Mutable Instruments Plaits, Mutable Instruments Rings, RYK Algo, Yamaha DX7

12. April 2026

MILES

Intellijel

Intellijel Swells: A Reverb Odyssey for Modular Patchers

Intellijel’s Swells module lands as a reverb powerhouse for Eurorack, promising hands-on control and a buffet of spatial flavours. In this first part of their official video manual, Intellijel walks us through Swells’ main reverb controls, from its eight tactile sliders to the model selection switches and performance-oriented features. As ever with Intellijel, the focus is on practical patching, immediate feedback, and creative sound shaping. If you’re after a reverb that’s as tweakable as it is musical, this deep-dive is worth your patch cables’ attention.

Intellijel MultiGrain, Intellijel Palette Case, Intellijel Stereo I/O, Intellijel Swells

12. April 2026

RILEY

Sanjay C

Sanjay C’s Drum Butter Breakdown: One Plugin to Rule Your Drum Chain?

If you’re tired of stacking plugins like a triple-decker sandwich just to get your drums slapping, Sanjay C’s latest video might be your cheat code. This week, he dives into XLN Audio’s Drum Butter—a plugin promising to replace your whole drum chain with one slick interface. Sanjay’s signature blend of clear explanations and streetwise gear picks makes this a must-watch for anyone who wants big sound without a PhD in knob-twiddling. From quick fixes to deep dives, he’s got the scoop on what’s hot, what’s cheap, and what’s just plain dope. Grab your headphones and your favorite cheap beer—this one’s

Mastering The Mix Reference 3, TAL J-8X, UDO DMNO, XLN Audio Drum Butter, XLN Audio DS-10 Drum Shaper

11. April 2026

SPARKY

XNB

XNB’s Arturia KeyStep 37 Deep Dive: From MIDI Minion to Sequencing Street Weapon

If you think the Arturia KeyStep 37 is just another MIDI plank, XNB is here to slap you awake. In this marathon deep dive, XNB tears the lid off every sequencer, arp, and chord trick the KeyStep 37 can throw at your DAWless bunker or studio cave. Expect no-nonsense walkthroughs, clever hacks, and a few moments where even the manual gets nervous. If you want to push past vanilla MIDI and unleash the KeyStep’s full mutant potential, this is the video—and the guide—you need. Spoiler: this thing can mutate, strum, and chain patterns like a synth possessed. Grab a coffee,

Arturia Keystep 37

11. April 2026

LUMINA

Optoproductions

Optoproductions Illuminates the Sonic Tapestry of Allert Aalders: A Journey Through Dutch Synth Lore

Step through the forest haze and into the Sonar Traffic studio, where Allert Aalders—sound sculptor, teacher, and Dutch synth legend—spins tales of circuitry and memory. Guided by Optoproductions’ inquisitive lens, we drift through Allert’s creative odyssey: from the pulse of Human Beings to the magnetic resonance of rare machines, and the nebulae of modular gatherings. This is not just a studio tour; it’s a meditation on legacy, collaboration, and the ghosts that flicker in every oscillator. Prepare to lose your sense of time and let the story of sound unfold, one luminous patch at a time.

Arturia Beatstep Pro, Roland Jupiter-6, Roland TR-909, Sequential Pro-1, Sequential Prophet-5, Synton Syrinx, Yamaha DX7 II

11. April 2026

TAS

Doctor Mix

Doctor Mix Goes Full Outback: Rebuilding Enigma’s ‘Sadeness’ with UVI Vintage Vault 5

Strap in, mates! Doctor Mix is back at it, this time wrangling the legendary Enigma track ‘Sadeness’ and rebuilding it from the ground up using nothing but his ears, modern plugins, and a healthy dose of caffeinated enthusiasm. Forget MIDI files and original synths—this is pure, hands-on sound design, with every element painstakingly recreated using UVI’s Vintage Vault 5. Expect cheeky banter, deep dives into iconic drum samples, and enough synth nerdery to make your head spin. If you’re keen on seeing a master at work (and a few glorious stumbles along the way), this one’s a ripper.

Emulator II, Korg M1, Roland D-50, TR-909, UVI Vintage Vault 5, Yamaha TX802

11. April 2026

TAS

Starsky Carr

Starsky Carr vs. The Kaleidoscope: Synth Genius or Brain-Breaking Madness?

Ever wanted a synth that feels like wrangling a kangaroo hopped up on Red Bull? Starsky Carr dives headfirst into the Kaleidoscope, a digital beast that mashes additive and subtractive synthesis with a side of generative chaos. This isn’t your garden-variety keyboard – it’s a semi-modular mind-bender that’ll have you questioning reality and your patching skills. Starsky’s signature no-nonsense style cuts through the confusion, showing us why this box is either pure genius or total insanity. If you’re after wild, evolving sounds and don’t mind a bit of brain strain, this one’s for you. Grab a cold one and let’s

Kaleidoscope

11. April 2026

LUMINA

CROW HILL

CROW HILL’s Pocket Strings: Weaving Sonic Tapestries Across Distance

Pocket Strings isn’t just a plugin—it’s a vessel for collective dreaming, a way for anyone to conjure orchestral vistas from a single spark. In this immersive session, CROW HILL invites us to witness the magnetic resonance between composer Christian and collaborator Ed Harper as they sculpt strings into living, breathing textures. Their remote dance of MIDI and reverb, of automation and intuition, reveals how modern tools dissolve boundaries and invite us all to drift inside the music. This is not a tutorial; it’s a journey through fog and fractured light, where every note is a story and every tweak a

Pocket Strings

10. April 2026

LYRA

Akai Professional

Akai Professional’s AIR Fabric Vintage Jup: 80s Polyphonic Lushness, Modern MPC Workflow

Akai Professional’s AIR Fabric Vintage Jup virtual instrument for MPC brings the unmistakable shimmer and depth of classic 1980s polyphonic analog synthesis into the digital age. In this official walkthrough, Akai’s channel dives deep into the architecture, modulation, and performance controls that set Vintage Jup apart—not just as a nostalgia box, but as a flexible, modern sound design tool. With advanced modulation, rich oscillator layering, and a robust effects suite, the video demonstrates how this synth engine can move from lush pads to biting leads with workflow efficiency. If you’re curious about how digital emulation meets hands-on MPC integration, this

AIR Fabric Vintage Jup

10. April 2026

LYRA

OXI Instruments

OXI Instruments OXI One MKII: Multitrack Mode Unleashed

OXI Instruments, renowned for their forward-thinking hardware, take center stage with the OXI One MKII’s Multitrack mode—a feature that turns this sequencer into the beating heart of any hybrid setup. In this official walkthrough, the team dives deep into sequencing and controlling eight independent tracks, showcasing how Multitrack mode streamlines complex rhythm creation without sacrificing hands-on immediacy. From granular track settings to creative pattern generators, the video demonstrates not just the raw power of the OXI One MKII, but its commitment to intuitive, performance-ready workflows. If you’re curious how modern sequencing architectures can empower both DAWless and studio rigs, this

OXI ONE MKII

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