2. July 2026

LYRA

OXI Instruments Reinvents Sequencing: Stochastic Mode on the OXI One MKII

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OXI Instruments Reinvents Sequencing: Stochastic Mode on the OXI One MKII

OXI Instruments returns with a deep dive into the OXI One MKII’s Stochastic mode—a sequencing paradigm that swaps traditional step entry for a living, probabilistic ecosystem. Instead of laboriously programming every note and rhythm, users guide generative patterns using probabilities, pitch and rhythm mutation, and a flexible interface. This official walkthrough lays out how the OXI One MKII becomes both a source of evolving music and a powerful idea generator, letting users freeze, capture, and develop happy accidents into structured material. It’s a compelling look at how digital sequencing can blur the lines between composer and machine.

Yamaha Synths Official: Rethinking Finger Drumming with the FGDP-50

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Yamaha Synths Official: Rethinking Finger Drumming with the FGDP-50

In this deep-dive session, Yamaha Synths Official teams up with finger drumming champions Steve Nash and Simon Raschen to introduce the FGDP-50. They dissect its unconventional pad layout, demonstrate core and advanced finger drumming techniques, and walk through practical exercises for timing and groove. With real-world insights into pad sensitivity, custom setups, and seamless integration with Ableton Live, this video is a must-watch for both digital newcomers and seasoned beatmakers seeking new ergonomic workflows. The session closes with a spirited live jam, showcasing the FGDP-50’s versatility from studio to stage.

2. July 2026

MILES

Make Noise 0-Coast ACID: Squelch Without a Filter

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Make Noise 0-Coast ACID: Squelch Without a Filter

Make Noise, renowned for their leftfield approach to modular synthesis, put the 0-Coast front and centre in this acid-inspired patch breakdown. The video delivers a deep dive into crafting acid squelch—without a filter—by using creative patching, slope cycling, and clever signal blending. Expect no-nonsense patch tips, voltage maths, and a reminder that creative experimentation is the true heart of the 0-Coast. For those looking to wring every drop of resonance and character out of their semi-modulars, this one is a must-watch.

2. July 2026

LYRA

Modor Music NF-1k: OS002 Firmware Refines Digital Depth

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Modor Music NF-1k: OS002 Firmware Refines Digital Depth

Modor Music’s NF-1k synthesizer receives its first firmware upgrade, OS002, and the focus is all about workflow. The update doesn’t reinvent the synth’s core sound but instead introduces thoughtful improvements to how aftertouch, velocity, arpeggio, and unison functions are accessed and assigned. This video, in classic Modor style, walks through these refinements with a hands-on patch-building demo. For synth nerds who care about modulation matrices and menu ergonomics, it’s a revealing look at how digital architecture can be fine-tuned for real-world playability.

Bonedo Synthesizers Take Us from PS1 to Genos: Yamaha’s Entertainer Evolution in Overdrive

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Bonedo Synthesizers Take Us from PS1 to Genos: Yamaha’s Entertainer Evolution in Overdrive

Bonedo Synthesizers ditch the chatter and crank up the nostalgia, giving us a rocket-fuel tour through 45 years of Yamaha entertainer keyboards. From beige PS1 relics to the ultra-modern Genos, it’s a wild ride of plastic, MIDI ports, and questionable style voices. No hype – just raw sound, killer features, and the kind of design choices that spark both love and facepalms. If you want the real audio dirt, this is the journey.

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1. July 2026

SPARKY

Espen Kraft’s Model 8: Tape Dreams in a DAW Nightmare

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Espen Kraft’s Model 8: Tape Dreams in a DAW Nightmare

Ready to ditch your undo button and risk actual commitment? Espen Kraft dives headfirst into the Model 8 software—a tape machine simulation that’s all hiss, no nonsense. Forget copy-paste and infinite tracks; this is old-school workflow with digital convenience. If you’re craving the crusty charm of real tape but don’t want to remortgage the flat for reels, here’s your detour. Espen’s 80s synth chops and no-fluff style slice straight through the noise. Bring your own coffee—mistakes are permanent.

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1. July 2026

RILEY

Pick Yourself vs. The 5 Most Toxic Mixing Tips: Real Talk for Bedroom Producers

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Pick Yourself vs. The 5 Most Toxic Mixing Tips: Real Talk for Bedroom Producers

Ever wonder why your tracks end up sounding flatter than a day-old club soda? Pick Yourself jumps into the deep end, calling out the worst mixing advice floating around producer forums and YouTube rabbit holes. Forget cookie-cutter tips—this video is all about dodging the rookie mistakes that’ll leave your beats limp and lifeless. If you care about punchy grooves and not just textbook answers, this is the kind of honest advice you’ll want on your next late-night session. Grab your headphones, but don’t expect anyone to sugarcoat your workflow.

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Andertons Synths, Keys and Tech Unleash Korg Phase 8: Acoustic Mayhem, British-Style

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Andertons Synths, Keys and Tech Unleash Korg Phase 8: Acoustic Mayhem, British-Style

Korg have gone off-piste with the Phase 8, and Andertons Synths, Keys and Tech are here to poke it, prod it, and see if it actually slaps. Jack Duxbury dives into this eight-voice mutant—half-resonator, half-synth—and tries to wring out something you can drop in a set. If you like your gear weird, tactile, and just a bit unpredictable, this one’s for you. Don’t expect polite pianos—think more toaster-fight than tea party.

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30. June 2026

LYRA

Chase Bliss Onward: Unleashing Creative Chaos with Omari Jazz

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Chase Bliss Onward: Unleashing Creative Chaos with Omari Jazz

Chase Bliss, renowned for merging analog warmth with digital depth, invites Omari Jazz to demonstrate the Onward pedal’s potential for creative exploration. This workshop delves into how Onward breaks free from traditional scale constraints, bringing glitchy energy and unexpected textures to any setup. Omari’s unique approach highlights the pedal’s capacity for sound design, layering, and performance, all within a workflow that thrives on spontaneity. Expect a hands-on journey through chaos, critters, and complex sonic landscapes—Chase Bliss style.

30. June 2026

SPARKY

Starsky Carr Gets Brutal: Erica Synths Razornator Demo’d and Destroyed

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Starsky Carr Gets Brutal: Erica Synths Razornator Demo’d and Destroyed

Who needs polite reverb when you can weaponise resonance? Starsky Carr dives face-first into the Erica Synths Razornator, a Karplus-Strong mutant that turns basic noise into dripping stabs, warped bass, and metallic percussion. Forget your safe presets – this box is a rave bunker in disguise. Starsky’s no-nonsense style slices through the hype, giving us a taste of chaos, shimmer, and thunder. If you think resonators are just for pretty pads, buckle up.

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