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25. April 2026

Korg Pa5X: Sampling Architecture, Preload Buffer and Compression Demystified

Korg’s Pa5X isn’t just another arranger—it’s a digital powerhouse with a fully integrated sampler, flexible import options, and a sophisticated memory management system. In this official walkthrough, Korg pulls back the curtain on how the Pa5X handles custom samples, multisample structures, and the mysterious preload buffer. We get a deep dive into the instrument’s RAM architecture, sample compression features, and the practical workflow for loading, editing, and optimizing your own sample libraries. If you’re curious how Korg’s flagship arranger juggles streaming, buffer allocation, and sample formats, this video is a must-watch for digital instrument nerds and workflow obsessives alike.

Korg Pa5X

25. April 2026

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AudioPilz

AudioPilz vs. Behringer CZ-1: Cheese, Lawsuits, and Phase Distortion Mayhem

AudioPilz is back, this time poking the Behringer bear with their CZ-1—a synth that’s equal parts nostalgia trip and legal minefield. If you’ve ever wondered what happens when Casio’s 80s phase distortion gets squeezed into a Volca-sized box and sprinkled with analog filter fairy dust, you’re in for a treat (or a migraine). Expect biting humour, brutal honesty, and enough cheese to clog your signal path. AudioPilz’s signature irreverence slices through the hype, so if you want the unvarnished truth about this synth’s quirks and compromises, grab a pint and read on.

Behringer CZ-1

25. April 2026

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Creative Sauce

Creative Sauce Dials Up the Inputs: ADAT Expansion That Actually Works

Ever felt your interface is one input short of a proper studio meltdown? Creative Sauce, the home-recording sage, is here to show you how ADAT turns your humble setup into a channel-hungry beast. Forget brand snobbery – this video is all about mixing and matching, with the Ferrofish Pulse 16 bolting onto an RME Fireface UFX III like it was born for the job. Expect real-world cabling, no-nonsense clock talk, and enough practical advice to keep your patchbay sweating. If you want more ins, outs, and less faff, this is your ticket to expansion town.

Ferrofish Pulse 16, RME Fireface UFX III

25. April 2026

RILEY

Doctor Mix

Doctor Mix Takes Cubase to the Disco: Dua Lipa Rebuilt, No Multitracks, No Mercy

Ever tried to rebuild a chart-topping banger with nothing but your DAW’s stock plugins and a stubborn sense of groove? Doctor Mix, the ever-enthusiastic maestro of YouTube, dives headfirst into Dua Lipa’s “Don’t Start Now”—armed only with Cubase and his golden ears. No multitracks, no cheat codes, just pure hustle and a lot of caffeinated energy. If you’ve ever wondered whether you can get pro-level results without dropping rent money on third-party plugins, this video is your proof. Doctor Mix’s style is all about infectious passion and technical wizardry, but don’t expect a dry tutorial—this one’s got more flavor than

Cubase, HALion Sonic, Padshop, Retrologue

24. April 2026

LYRA

OXI Instruments

OXI Instruments OXI One MKII: Modulation Lanes Unleashed

OXI Instruments has built a reputation for designing hardware that serves as the creative nerve center of hybrid electronic setups, and their OXI One MKII sequencer is no exception. In this official walkthrough, the team dives deep into the modulation lanes system, showcasing how it transforms static patterns into living, breathing musical sequences. From hands-on drawing of modulation curves to real-time recording and DAW integration, the video demonstrates how OXI’s approach to modulation is both powerful and accessible. If you’re curious about how digital sequencing architectures can drive expressive, evolving performances—whether you’re working with modular, MIDI synths, or a DAW—this

OXI Coral, OXI ONE MKII

24. April 2026

LYRA

Arturia

Arturia’s Augmented PERSIA: Hybrid Cinematic Soundscapes Deconstructed

Arturia’s Augmented PERSIA is pitched as a cinematic powerhouse, merging evocative Persian and Middle Eastern instrumentation with modern synthesis for a truly hybrid palette. In this official video, Matt dissects a lush composition by Andrew Beaton, revealing how expressive presets, intricate layering, and modulation workflows shape the track’s emotional arc. As is typical for Arturia’s in-depth presentations, the focus is on sound architecture, performance-ready patches, and the creative potential of hybrid synthesis. We follow the breakdown of key sections, highlighting both the sonic detail and the workflow philosophy that Augmented PERSIA brings to the table.

Arturia Augmented PERSIA

24. April 2026

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Nu-Trix The Synth Guy

Nu-Trix The Synth Guy Unleashes Acid Mayhem: Polyend Play+ ACD Engine Deep Dive

Ready to wrangle some wild acid basslines, mate? Nu-Trix The Synth Guy is back, and this time he’s diving headfirst into the Polyend Play+ ACD synth engine—a digital beast built for squelchy TB-style tones and modern twists. With his signature practical flair, Nu-Trix walks us through everything from a true-blue init patch to gnarly leads, punchy drums, and even a quick pattern jam. If you’re keen on classic acid, want to push the Play+ into new territory, or just love a synth that can take a beating and keep on squelching, this one’s for you. Crack a cold one, crank

Arturia Keystep 37, Polyend Play+

24. April 2026

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Alex Ball

Alex Ball Breaks Down the UDO DMNO: Not Your Nan’s Polysynth

Alex Ball is back, and this time he’s got his hands on the UDO DMNO—a synth that’s as confusing as it is brilliant. Forget your standard poly or mono labels; this is a molysynth, and it demands a rethink of what a synth can be. Ball’s signature blend of dry wit and deep technical chops slices through the hype, exposing a machine that’s more playground than preset box. If you’re after lush chords and easy answers, look elsewhere. But if you want a synth that’ll drag you into the sonic deep end, this one’s worth a look—and a listen.

UDO DMNO

24. April 2026

RILEY

Sanjay C

Sanjay C Drops the Human Touch: Tonalic Plugin Reviewed

AI’s been running wild in music production, but Sanjay C just threw a curveball with Tonalic—a plugin that swaps out robotic loops for the real-deal grooves of world-class musicians. Forget soulless MIDI, this thing lets you drag and drop actual session vibes right into your tracks. Sanjay C’s signature style—clear, practical, and always on the hunt for workflow gold—guides us through the plugin’s wild features, from quick builds to deep tweaks. If you’re tired of your beats sounding like they were cooked up by a calculator, this review’s got the sauce you need.

Tonalic

23. April 2026

LYRA

ROLI

ROLI Airwave Player Meets Equator2: A Hybrid Sound Design Playground

ROLI’s latest video brings together the tactile Airwave Player and the formidable Equator2 engine, opening up a new chapter for hands-on sound design. With the full Equator2 editor now embedded inside Airwave Player, users can finally go beyond presets and sculpt their own expressive patches. ROLI’s Sound & Innovation Manager Marcus walks us through the essentials: from navigating the multi-layered UI to harnessing the power of dimension curves, LFOs, and the unique Airwave gestures. For those curious about hybrid synthesis, modulation routing, and performance-driven workflows, this video is a revealing look at how ROLI’s architecture empowers both experimentation and control.

ROLI Airwave Player, ROLI Equator2

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