MORE ARTICLE WITH Behringer UMC1820

28. January 2026

Free Beat vs. Octatrack: The Looping Labyrinth Revisited

The Elektron Octatrack: legendary, intimidating, and responsible for more existential crises than a broken kettle at a warehouse rave. Free Beat, known for his practical, hands-on approach and a knack for squeezing creativity out of any box, dives back into the Octatrack’s maze after a firmware-induced resurrection. Will he conquer the looping beast or get lost in menu hell again? Expect honest fumbles, real-time wins, and a few classic Octatrack headaches—served up with Free Beat’s signature blend of optimism and self-deprecation. If you think you’ve tamed the Octatrack, this one’s for you.

Behringer UMC1820, Elektron Octatrack, Teenage Engineering PO-128 Megaman

21. January 2026

SPARKY

Free Beat

Free Beat Unleashes the KOII: MIDI Mayhem in a Box

Free Beat dives headfirst into the KOII’s MIDI labyrinth, armed with nothing but curiosity and a pile of cables. This isn’t your average MIDI tutorial—think more rave bunker than classroom. With each pad on the KOII flexing as its own polyphonic MIDI track, the creative chaos is real. Expect happy accidents, sidechain experiments, and a few moments where even Free Beat admits he’s winging it. If you’re after honest, hands-on exploration with a dash of confusion and a heap of groove, this is your jam.

1010Music Nanobox Fireball, Behringer UMC1820, Sonicware LIVEN Razzmatazz, Teenage Engineering KOII

7. January 2026

SPARKY

Free Beat

Free Beat’s KOII Commit: Clone Wars in the Groove Trench

Ever wanted to mutate your tracks without nuking the original? Free Beat dives into the KOII’s commit function and finds out it’s not just a button—it’s a full-on rave bunker for scene variations. This isn’t a dry manual; it’s a caffeine-fuelled, hands-on session where chaos is embraced and every outro gets its own flavour. If you like your workflow fast, flexible, and a bit unpredictable, you’ll want to see how KOII’s commit turns song mode into a playground. Free Beat’s practical, drummer-brain approach keeps things moving, and by the end, you’ll be itching to clone, tweak, and smash your own

Behringer UMC1820, Teenage Engineering KOII

16. December 2025

TAS

Free Beat

Free Beat’s Woovebox Jam: No Cuts, All Chaos – Aussie Style

Strap in, mates – Free Beat’s back with a Woovebox session that’s raw as a backyard BBQ at 2am. No edits, no safety net, just pure, unfiltered jamming on a synth that’s as unpredictable as a Melbourne weather forecast. This isn’t your average Sunday Session; it’s a 10-minute sprint through sound design, live recording, and a few glorious stuff-ups, all with Free Beat’s signature practical flair. If you reckon you can handle a bit of chaos and want to see what the Woovebox can really do, this is the ride for you.

Behringer UMC1820, Woovebox

12. December 2025

SPARKY

Free Beat

Free Beat Unleashes the Woovebox Holiday Update: Android, Count-In, and Quantize Mayhem

The Woovebox just got a holiday-level injection of new features, and Free Beat is here to bang the drum about it—literally. This update isn’t just a stocking filler; it’s a proper toolkit for anyone who likes their grooveboxes smarter and their workflow less painful. From a slick Android app to count-in recording and the long-awaited return of quantized note entry, Free Beat slices through the fluff and shows off what actually matters. If you’re tired of clunky transfers and off-grid timing headaches, this video is your new cheat sheet. Dive in for the highlights, but trust me—some things you’ll want

Behringer UMC1820, Woovebox

23. November 2025

RILEY

Free Beat

Free Beat’s Deep Dive on the SP-404MKII: Is It the Right Kick-Off for Music Newbies?

Ever wondered if the Roland SP-404MKII could be your first leap into electronic music? Dive into Free Beat’s visionary exploration, where practicality meets creativity, making this gear not just a device but a path to innovative music-making.

Arturia MicroFreak, Behringer UMC1820, Roland SP-404MKII

21. November 2025

RILEY

Free Beat

Unraveling the Groove: Free Beat’s 2025 Take on the OP-Z

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!

Behringer UMC1820, Teenage Engineering OP-Z