MORE ARTICLE WITH Elektron Digitakt

11. September 2026

Devin Belanger vs. The Laptop: Why Hardware Synths Still Rule

Devin Belanger, aka Miles Away, takes a sledgehammer to the ‘just use a VST’ argument and digs into why hardware synths are still flying off the shelves. If you think your MacBook is a synth, Devin’s here to set you straight. Expect sharp takes, real talk about tactile joy, and a few home truths about creative paralysis. This isn’t beginner advice – it’s a rallying cry for the hands-on, knob-twisting crew. Devin’s style? Direct, wry, and never afraid to call out the obvious.

Arturia MicroFreak, Elektron Digitakt, Elektron Digitone, Korg Minilogue, Teenage Engineering OP-1 Field

24. August 2026

SPARKY

Molten Music Technology

Molten Music Technology Unleashes Knobula Drum Farm: A Percussive Playground for Chaos Lovers

If you think modular drum modules are all battery hens, Molten Music Technology just dropped a free-range beast. The Knobula Drum Farm isn’t your average click-and-clack box – it’s a sample-slinging, synth-splicing rave bunker for your bleepy urges. Robin Vincent’s review is a whirlwind tour through farmyard metaphors, accidental genius, and all the crunchy workflow quirks. Get ready for resampling rabbit holes and effects that can turn your kicks into sonic street weapons. Don’t expect symmetry or hand-holding – this is chaos with a manual written at 3am.

Bastl Crust, Befaco Instrument Interface, Elektron Digitakt, Knobula Drum Farm

5. April 2026

RILEY

sunwarper

sunwarper’s SP404 MK2: Five Years Deep and Still the Studio Chameleon?

sunwarper is back with a real-world, no-nonsense check-in on the Roland SP404 MK2, five years after its launch. Forget spec sheets—this is about how the box actually holds up after hundreds of beats, firmware twists, and enough button combos to make your fingers cramp. If you’re wondering whether this sampler still slaps in 2026, or if it’s time to pawn it for something shinier, sunwarper’s got the gritty details. Expect honest takes, streetwise hacks, and a few gripes that’ll hit home for anyone who’s ever fumbled a live set. Dive in for the truth, but don’t sleep on the video

Elektron Digitakt, Koala Sampler, RC-505, Roland P-6, Roland SP-404MKII, Serato

22. March 2026

TAS

True Cuckoo

True Cuckoo’s Synth Safari: Kids, Chaos & Cheap Headphones in Rural Norway

Ever wondered what happens when you unleash a bunch of synths and sequencers on a mob of Norwegian kids in the middle of nowhere? True Cuckoo, the synth wizard with a knack for making music tech feel like a playground, dives headfirst into the wild world of rural workshops. With gear choices that balance sturdiness, affordability, and a dash of sonic mischief, he turns a sleepy fjord town into a buzzing electronic haven. If you reckon synth education should be more about fun than formality, this one’s for you. Grab a snag, settle in, and let’s see how Cuckoo brings

Bastl Bestie Mixer, Elektron Digitakt, Elektron Digitone, Empress Effects Reverb, JHS Pedals Preamp Channel Strip, Korg Wavestate, Music Area RB30 Keyboard Case, Nord Wave 2, On-Stage Utility Tray, Pocket Operators, Roadworx Keyboard Stand, Strymon DIG, T.Bone HD815 headphones, Teenage Engineering EP-133 K.O. II, Unison Performance Case

15. March 2026

SPARKY

sunwarper

sunwarper vs. DAWless Mayhem: Patchbay to the Rescue

DAWless dreams turning into cable spaghetti nightmares? sunwarper’s been there, done that, and nearly drowned in his own gear pile. In this punchy episode, he slices through the myth that more hardware equals more creativity—and shows how a humble patchbay can turn a chaotic bunker into a streamlined groove fortress. Expect honest talk, no sponsor fluff, and a workflow fix that might just save your next jam from menu-diving madness. If you’re tired of unplugging half your desk just to sample a synth, this one’s for you. Grab a cuppa, because sunwarper doesn’t pull punches or patch cables.

DF Audio Patchbay Minibay V2, Elektron Digitakt, Novation Circuit Tracks, Roland SP-404

13. March 2026

SPARKY

Sineway

Sineway’s No-Click Loop Hack: Seamless Sampling for Syntakt, Digitakt & Beyond

Clicks at your loop points? Sineway’s here to save your next rave bunker session from digital heartbreak. In this punchy walkthrough, Sineway slices through the nonsense and shows how to banish those sample clicks using a dead-simple crossfade trick in Audacity. No fancy plugins, no wallet-busting tools—just a free app, a Novation Peak, and some Elektron boxes hungry for smooth loops. If you’re tired of your grooves sounding like a toaster-fight, this one’s for you. Expect sharp tips, real-world workflow, and a creator who actually knows their way around a sampler.

Elektron Digitakt, Elektron Digitakt II, Elektron Syntakt, Novation Peak

7. February 2026

SPARKY

AudioPilz

AudioPilz Dishes the Dirt: What Your Synth REALLY Says About You

Ever wondered if your synth collection is a window into your soul—or just a cry for help? AudioPilz, the meme lord of music tech, takes a sledgehammer to synth stereotypes and exposes the hilarious truths behind your gear choices. From Minilogue mediocrity to modular madness, this video is a roast session for the ages. If you think your setup is unique, prepare for a reality check. Grab your doughnuts and jazz cigarettes—this is synth psychology, AudioPilz style.

Akai MPC Live 3, Akai MPC One, Akai MPC XL, Arturia MiniBrute, Arturia MiniFreak, Arturia Pigments, ASM Hydrasynth, Behringer Model D, Critter & Guitari, Dext, Electro Foster Astral Whip, Elektron Digitakt, Elektron Digitone, Elektron Octatrack, Korg Minilogue, Korg Minilogue XD, Moog Minimoog, Omnisphere, Resonant Circuits Ritual, Roland D-50, Roland JD, Roland Juno, Roland Jupiter-8, Roland JV, Roland MC-8, Roland RE-201, Roland SH-101, Roland SH-32, Roland TB-3, Roland TR-1000, Serum 2, Teenage Engineering OP-1, Vital, Yamaha DX7

8. January 2026

TAS

NOGASAYAN

NOGASAYAN Turns Berlin Traffic into Synth Gold: Digitakt 2 as a Wild Oscillator

Ever wondered what Berlin traffic sounds like as a synth lead? NOGASAYAN, the hardware wizard with a knack for hybrid setups, takes the Elektron Digitakt 2 and flips it on its head—turning field recordings into throbbing oscillators. This isn’t your average sampler demo, mate. We’re talking about wrangling city ambience and bending it into wild, unpredictable synth tones, perfect for live techno or a cheeky outdoor rave. If you’re keen on chaos, randomness, and squeezing every drop of sound design juice from your gear, this one’s a must-watch. Grab a stubby and dive in!

Elektron Digitakt, Elektron Digitakt 2

11. November 2025

MILES

Intellijel

Intellijel’s Metropolix & Multigrain: Rhythmic Patch Alchemy in Eurorack

Intellijel’s official channel brings us a deep-dive into the potent pairing of Metropolix and Multigrain, two modules that promise to turn even the most stubborn rack into a rhythmic playground. This video isn’t just a surface-level walkthrough—it’s a hands-on patch build that explores how Metropolix’s sequencing prowess can wrangle Multigrain’s eight-voice granular engine into intricate, loopable textures. Expect practical patching, clever workflow tips, and a few deadpan moments as the host demonstrates how to sculpt, morph, and modulate your way to modular inspiration. For anyone obsessed with granular sound design and real-time sequencing, this is a pairing worth a closer

Elektron Digitakt, Intellijel Metropolix, Intellijel MIDI 1U, Intellijel MultiGrain, Intellijel Quadrax, Intellijel Sealegs, Intellijel Stereo I/O 1U

20. October 2025

RILEY

SoulBrix Music

Diving Deep with soulbrixofficial: The Elektron Digitakt Iceberg

Grab your snorkel, synth fans, as soulbrixofficial takes us on a deep dive into the hidden features and secrets of the Elektron Digitakt. This ain’t your average sampler rundown; it’s a journey through myth, mystery, and music-making magic, seasoned with just the right amount of nerdy enthusiasm and street-smart insights. Get ready to explore the depths with this DAWless dynamo!

Elektron Digitakt, Elektron Digitone, ELK-HERD

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