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11. December 2025

HakenAudio’s ContinuuMini: Micro-Sensitive, Macro-Expressive

Haken Audio’s ContinuuMini is not your average compact synth—it’s a meticulously engineered digital instrument that bridges the gap between expressive performance and deep sound design. In this official video tour, film composer Josh Madoff demonstrates how the ContinuuMini’s Hall effect sensors, EaganMatrix sound engine, and innovative control features deliver a nuanced, tactile playing experience. As is typical for HakenAudio’s presentations, the focus is on how digital architecture and interface design empower creative workflows, whether you’re sculpting soundscapes, integrating with hardware, or exploring generative presets. This video is a must-watch for anyone curious about the intersection of sensitivity, flexibility, and musical

Haken ContinuuMini

11. December 2025

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OXI Instruments

OXI Instruments: Building a Modular Powerhouse—E16, One MKII and Coral in Cohesion

OXI Instruments continues to push the boundaries of hybrid hardware with their latest demonstration, showcasing the E16 controller, One MKII sequencer, and Coral polyphonic Eurorack module as a tightly integrated ecosystem. In this official walkthrough, the OXI team illustrates how these devices can be mapped and sequenced to function as a single expressive instrument, with hands-on control over multiple voices and deep sound-shaping parameters. The focus is on workflow: direct mapping, fluid transitions, and a controller-driven approach that empowers spontaneous performance and evolving soundscapes. For anyone obsessed with modular control, digital flexibility, and performance macros, this video is a revealing

OXI Coral, OXI E16, OXI ONE MKII

11. December 2025

SPARKY

Rapid Flow

Rapid Flow Unleashes the SPL BiG: Mono-Safe Mayhem for Your Synths

Erik from Rapid Flow is back, and this time he’s got his hands on the SPL BiG 500 series module—a psychoacoustic weapon that promises to make your synths sound massive without trashing your mono. If you think stereo wideners always ruin your low end, think again. Erik’s no-nonsense workflow and real-world tests cut through the marketing fluff, showing exactly what this box (and its plugin twin) can do in a modern electronic mix. If you want your synths to punch through the rave bunker wall, this is the gear review you need.

Eventide DSP4000, Prism Orpheus, SPL BiG 500 series module, SPL BiG plugin, Waldorf Iridium Keyboard

11. December 2025

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Andertons Synths, Keys and Tech

Arturia MicroBrute UFO: Andertons Synths, Keys and Tech Beam Up the Filth

The Arturia MicroBrute UFO lands at Andertons Synths, Keys and Tech, and it’s not here to make friends. This limited-edition semi-modular beast revives the cult classic with a few cosmic twists, and Jack Duxbury plus Tom from Arturia are on hand to wring every drop of filth from its circuits. Expect overtone generators, gnarly filters, and a preset system that’s as hands-on as it gets—no menu-diving, just pure, dirty fun. Whether you’re after electro growls or lo-fi space funk, this synth doesn’t just punch above its weight—it dropkicks the competition. If you think you know the Brute sound, think again:

Arturia MicroBrute UFO

11. December 2025

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Molten Music Technology

Molten Music Technology Drops the Sycamore & Oak: Melody Machines for the Modular Rave Bunker

Molten Music Technology is back in the bunker, this time with Divergent Waves’ Sycamore and Oak modules—a pair that promise to turn your modular rig into a melody-generating street weapon. Forget endless menu-diving: Sycamore’s all about instant, evolving tunes with a twist of simplicity and a dash of elegance. Oak tags along to throw in some gate outputs and extra control, making the combo a proper playground for melodic chaos. If you’re after a module that’s as fun as it is functional, and you like your generative gear with a side of British wit, this review’s got your number. Dive

Divergent Waves Oak, Divergent Waves Sycamore

10. December 2025

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Espen Kraft

Espen Kraft Gets Quirky: Memorymoog Sequencer Goes Full Aussie

Ready for a wild ride through 80s synth territory? Espen Kraft, the retro wizard himself, dives headfirst into the Memorymoog’s sequencer—a beast that’s as quirky as a platypus at a pool party. With polyphonic and monophonic tricks up its sleeve, this old-school legend gets a workout with CV, gate, and a dash of chaos. If you’re keen on vintage gear that’s equal parts fun and fiddly, this video’s got more twists than a Melbourne tramline. Grab your stubby, settle in, and let’s see if this synth can keep up with your next outback jam.

Ayla S2400, Memorymoog Plus, MFB Dominion 1

10. December 2025

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Woody Piano Shack

Woody Piano Shack’s Subwoofer Hack: Give Your Keyboard Some Real Guts

Ever felt your digital piano’s built-in speakers sound like they’re gasping for air? Woody Piano Shack’s latest video throws a subwoofer under your keyboard and suddenly the room’s shaking—without shaking down your wallet. Woody’s got a knack for making even the nerdiest upgrades sound like a party trick, and this time he’s showing how a humble Yamaha NS-SW100 can turn your polite piano into a sonic street weapon. If you think monitor speakers are the only way to beef up your setup, think again. This one’s for anyone who wants more thump, less faff, and a setup that doesn’t swallow

Yamaha NS-SW100

10. December 2025

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Pick Yourself

Pick Yourself’s Groove Triangle: Three Secrets That’ll Make Your Beats Move

Ever wonder why your tracks sound like a robot chugging cheap energy drinks, while the pros make grooves that slap? Pick Yourself is here to break down the real sauce with his “groove triangle”—no random presets, just street-smart moves. This video isn’t about flexing fancy gear, it’s about understanding accents, space, and swing so your beats hit with purpose. If you’re tired of your MIDI feeling stiff and want your tracks to move like a late-night crowd in Chicago, you’ll want to peep these tips. Trust me, some of these tricks are better seen (and heard) than read—so don’t sleep

10. December 2025

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Andrew Chapman Creative

Andrew Chapman Creative: How to Make Vocal Sessions Not Suck (and Maybe Even Win Stuff)

Tired of the same old vocal recording tutorials that drone on about gear and forget the human? Andrew Chapman Creative flips the script, showing why being a ‘good hang’ in the studio matters more than your mic’s price tag. This video is a crash course in artist comfort, gear choices that actually make a difference, and real-world tricks for wrangling sibilance and proximity effect. There’s even a mix competition with actual prizes—so you can put your skills (and ego) on the line. If you want the gritty, practical truth about recording vocals, this is your rave bunker.

A-Designs P1 Preamp, Chandler TG2 Preamp, Dachman Audio DA67, Dachman Audio DA87SE

10. December 2025

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Akai Professional

Akai Professional’s MPK Mini IV: Bridging Hardware and Software in the Modern Rig

Akai Professional’s MPK Mini IV steps confidently into the hybrid production arena, promising to unify software and hardware workflows in both compact and studio setups. In this official Akai Pro video, the focus is on using the MPK Mini IV as a standalone MIDI controller—no DAW required—to command external synths like the Micro Monsta 2. With customizable mappings, a feature-rich arpeggiator, and robust MIDI implementation, the MPK Mini IV aims to be the nerve center for DAWless rigs and flexible studio environments alike. We take a closer look at how Akai’s latest controller translates digital power into hands-on creative control.

Akai MPK Mini IV, Micro Monsta 2

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