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The Teenage Engineering EP-133 K.O. II combines sampling, sequencing and performance in an unusually compact format. How far do 128 MB of memory, Song Mode, resampling, Punch-in FX and variable sample rates go in practice? This feature assesses the current firmware, workflow and key limits—from full songs to deliberately used lo-fi sound.
7. September 2026
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Ready for a sonic safari? The Unperson throws himself into the deep end, building a hardware synth jam from absolute scratch with nothing but a cheeky grin and a pile of wild modules. We’re talking Plaits for the weird and wonderful, Monumatic for punch, and the KO II for some dirty drum action. If you’ve ever wondered how a proper hardware jam comes together—warts, wobbles and all—this is your front-row seat to chaos, groove and the kind of sounds that could startle a sleeping wombat. Grab your stubbie and read on!
Knobula Monumatic, Mutable Instruments Plaits, Teenage Engineering EP-133 K.O. II
29. June 2026
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Ever feel like your tracks are stuck in an endless rave bunker of 8-bar loops? The Unperson is here with a hardware-heavy rescue mission, dragging jams from modular chaos and OP-1 mischief into actual, finished tracks. No fairy dust, just honest talk, practical workflow, and a healthy dose of British self-deprecation. If you’re tired of loop purgatory, this one’s for you—expect modular grit, Ableton tricks, and a blunt kick against procrastination.
Ableton Live, Arturia MiniFreak, Audio Punks, Ladybug Lo-Fi Reverb, Massive X, Nobula Monumatic, Platz Oscillator, RYK M185 Sequencer, Sketch Cassette 2, Teenage Engineering EP-133 K.O. II, Teenage Engineering OP-1, Valhalla Supermassive
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The EP-133 KO II just got a firmware injection and SON WU is on the case. If you like your samplers dirty, quick, and full of surprises, this walkthrough delivers. From USB audio wizardry to sample butchery, SON WU cuts straight to what matters—no hand-holding, just fresh features and sharp workflow tricks. Spoiler: the KO II’s not playing around after this update. Ready to push the KO II into new territory? Let’s get stuck in.
Teenage Engineering EP-133 K.O. II, Teenage Engineering OP-1
15. June 2026
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You ever wonder what happens when you plug a guitar straight into Mutable Instruments Rings and let chaos reign? The Unperson, our favourite modular sound-slinger, straps on six strings, cranks the gain, and dives headfirst into the Eurorack abyss. Forget polite pedalboard noodling – this is about turning resonators into riff machines, with patch cables flying and distortion dialled right. If your modular rig is missing a bit of string-fuelled mayhem, this video is your new blueprint. Expect dirty textures, unexpected harmonics, and enough experimental jams to make your DAW sweat. Spoiler: watching is mandatory if you want to actually
Data Bender, DPW MOG Distortion, FX Aid, Instro Ire, Make Noise Maths, Mutable Instruments Rings, Oscar Tria, Pamela's New Workout, Teenage Engineering EP-133 K.O. II, Vostok Hive
8. June 2026
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Ever found yourself staring at your synth setup feeling as lost as a GPS in the Outback? The Unperson gets it. In this rollicking adventure, our mate from the UK tackles writer’s block head-on by wrangling a modular rig to cook up a one-of-a-kind drum sample pack. Expect a wild menagerie of modules, surprise sounds that pop up like kangaroos at sunset, and a final jam that proves sometimes you’ve just gotta get your hands dirty to spark inspiration. If you’re itching for some creative mischief and want a serious shot of modular motivation, this one’s worth cracking open a
ALM MFX, Happy Nerding FX Aid, Instruō Càrn, Intellijel uVCF, Make Noise DPO, Make Noise LXD, Make Noise Maths, Mutable Instruments Plaits, Pamela's Pro Workout, Teenage Engineering EP-133 K.O. II
25. May 2026
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Think your GAS is wild? Woody Piano Shack just did the unthinkable: tier-ranked every synth, groovebox, and drum machine from his three-year gear binge – and tallied the financial carnage. Expect honesty, sarcasm, and a brutal breakdown of what slaps, what flops, and how much cash went up in smoke. Woody’s style is all about no-nonsense keyboard fun, and here he spills the beans on workflow disasters, surprise legends, and the harsh sting of gear guilt. If you want to know which box is a secret rave weapon and which is just a plastic regret, this is your new gospel
Akai MPC One, Arturia MicroFreak, Behringer Model D, Behringer TD-3, Boss FS6, Boss RC 500, Boss RC-1, Boss RC-10R, Boss RC-202, Korg Minilogue, Korg Minilogue XD, Korg Monologue, Korg Wavestate, Novation Bass Station 2, Roland Aira Compact J-6, Roland AIRA Compact S-1, Roland Aira Compact T-8, Roland Boutique SH-01, Roland D05, Roland JD-08, Roland K-25M, Roland MC-101, Roland SE-02, Roland TB-03, Roland TR-8S, Soundcraft Mix 8, Teenage Engineering EP-133 K.O. II, Teenage Engineering OP-1, Teenage Engineering OP-Z
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Sunwarper’s back with a hard-hitting reality check for anyone still chained to their DAW. In this punchy breakdown, he lays out why tiny, limited samplers are eating software’s lunch—and why that’s a good thing. Forget endless plugins and infinite undo; it’s all about constraint-fuelled creativity and actually finishing tracks. If you’re tired of option paralysis and want to know why the SP-404MKII, MPC Sample, and even a phone app might be your new best mates, this is essential viewing. Sunwarper’s signature blend of warmth, grit, and no-nonsense advice makes this a must-watch for anyone ready to escape the DAW dungeon.
Akai MPC Sample, Casio SXC-1, Koala Sampler, OneOdio Studio Max 2, PO-33, SP404MKII, Teenage Engineering EP-133 K.O. II
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L.Dre is back in the lab, pitting three of the hottest portable samplers against each other in a no-nonsense, groove-soaked showdown. If you’re tired of spec sheets and just want to know which box will make your beats bang without breaking the bank, this is your jam. Expect honest takes, a little shade, and plenty of streetwise wisdom as L.Dre breaks down the KO II, MPC Sample, and Ableton Move. Whether you’re a sample-chopping fiend or just want to vibe on the go, this video’s got the real talk you need before you drop your hard-earned cash.
Ableton Move, Akai MPC Sample, Teenage Engineering EP-133 K.O. II
25. March 2026
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You know those gear reviews where everyone’s sipping the same Kool-Aid? Not here. Verysickbeats (aka JFilt) is back, breaking down the MPC Sample with zero sugarcoating—and he doesn’t even have the box in hand. This is the kind of streetwise, couch-level honesty you wish more YouTubers brought to the table. If you’re tired of influencer hype and want the real talk on whether Akai’s new budget sampler is worth your lunch money, this is the video (and article) for you. Grab a snack, because this MPC Sample convo is about to get spicy.
Akai MPC Sample, Roland SP-404MKII, Teenage Engineering EP-133 K.O. II