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In the wild world of 2025, Free Beat throws shade and love on the Teenage Engineering OP-Z, a groovebox that’s still top of its game against newer gear like the OP-XY. Prepare for a funky trip through a synth wizard’s journey with heartfelt tales, nerdy specs, and stage-worthy hacks. All wrapped in a story of nostalgia and sonic innovation. Dive in!
21. November 2025
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Liam Killen dives into a deep exploration of the Elektron Analog Rytm MKII, sharing a year’s worth of sonic evolution. From tribal techno rhythms to complex param locking, discover how this drum machine transforms into a beastly sound designer’s playground.
21. November 2025
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If you think church organs are all about dusty hymns and tweed jackets, LOOK MUM NO COMPUTER is here to smash that illusion with a soldering iron. In this wild ride, he dives headfirst into the electrostatic tone wheels of the Compton organ, poking at lethal voltages and wrangling ancient circuits like a mad scientist at a squat rave. Expect sparks, dodgy wiring, and the kind of sonic experiments that’d make most museum curators faint. This isn’t just a history lesson—it’s a full-on circuit-bending brawl with the ghosts of British organ tech.
Arduino, Compton Organ Electrostatic Tone Wheel, Function Generator
21. November 2025
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As Black Friday’s siren song tempts us with new synths and plugins, Jameson Nathan Jones drifts through the fog of consumer desire to reveal a deeper compositional truth. In his signature poetic style, Jones invites us to strip away the magnetic allure of gear and rediscover the emotional resonance of intentional notecraft. This video is not just a critique—it’s a gentle call to reclaim the narrative of our music, to let sequences bloom and harmonies breathe. For those lost in the endless nebula of sound design, Jones offers a map back to the heart of creation.
21. November 2025
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Starsky Carr dives headfirst into the Beetlecrab Tempera’s V2.2 update, and let’s just say this isn’t your nan’s granular synth. With new tricks like Euclidean sequencing, master dirtification, and poly aftertouch, Tempera is now a full-on rave bunker in a box. Starsky’s trademark deep-dive style slices through the interface weirdness, showing off everything from crunchy new effects to workflow tweaks that actually make sense. If you want to hear Anthony Hopkins rage against the dying of the light through a haze of digital chaos, this is the walkthrough you need. Strap in—this one’s for the hardware heads who like their
21. November 2025
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Akai Professional’s MPK Mini IV steps confidently into the world of compact MIDI controllers, promising seamless integration with Ableton Live Lite and a workflow that keeps producers in the creative zone. In this official walkthrough, Akai’s own Taetro demonstrates not just the initial setup but the nuanced interplay between hardware and DAW, from hands-on mixing to dynamic clip launching. The focus is on how the MPK Mini IV’s dual modes, transport controls, and performance features translate into real-world music production and live performance. For anyone curious about how Akai’s latest controller bridges tactile control and digital flexibility, this video is
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Novation’s Launchkey MK4 steps into the spotlight as a MIDI controller designed for both production and performance, tightly integrated with Ableton Live Lite. In this official walkthrough, Rob demonstrates how the Launchkey’s creative features—Scale Mode, Chord Map, onboard Sequencer, and more—streamline the process of building a full track from the ground up. The video is a practical, hands-on journey through chord creation, bass and lead programming, drum sequencing, and live performance tricks, all using stock Ableton devices. For anyone curious about how digital workflow tools translate into real-world music making, this is a revealing look at Launchkey’s architecture and its
21. November 2025
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Step into the world of Oliver Torr, where sound design blurs into speculative fiction and every patch cable is a portal to a new reality. In this Bastl Instruments feature, Oliver unpacks his approach to world-building through sound, using the Citadel and Kastle 2 Wave Bard as tools for controlled chaos and creative exploration. The video is less a product demo and more a philosophical jam session, revealing how personal sample packs, environmental recordings, and a dash of unpredictability can transform modular improvisation. Bastl’s open, community-driven ethos is the perfect backdrop for this journey—reminding us that sometimes, the best sounds
Bastl Instruments Basil, Bastl Instruments Bestie, Bastl Instruments Citadel, Bastl Instruments Kastle 2 Wave Bard, Bastl Instruments Trinity, Dirty Electronics FX Wizard
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DivKid’s at it again, this time dragging the Venus Instruments VENO ORBIT into the rave bunker for a proper test. Forget menu-diving – this dual-channel sampler is all about instant hands-on chaos, whether you’re looping audio or CV. With its no-nonsense interface and a feature set that reads like a wish list for live modular mayhem, the VENO ORBIT promises to be more than just another pretty face in your rack. If you’re after a box that can morph drones into synths, twist beats on the fly, and spit out granular weirdness, you’ll want to see what DivKid cooks up.
20. November 2025
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Dive into Tefty Music Tech’s in-depth review of the AIAIAI TMA-2 Studio Wireless headphones. Tefty explores how these modular, wireless cans flex their muscles in modern music production setups, balancing style, sound, and savvy street smarts. This ain’t just about fancy specs; it’s about making sure your beats slap just right.