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Starsky Carr’s Gridlock II Review: MIDI Mayhem, Sorted

If your studio timing is as tight as a soggy biscuit, Starsky Carr’s latest deep-dive is the slap in the face you need. He takes the Innerclock Systems Gridlock II—a chunky, no-nonsense timing hub—and puts it through its paces, syncing everything from ancient ARPs to modern USB synths with clockwork precision. Expect sarcasm, real-world gripes, and a proper teardown of why DAW MIDI clocks just don’t cut it. Starsky’s trademark clarity and relentless honesty make this a must-watch for anyone tired of MIDI drift, jitter, and the eternal battle to keep their gear in line. Plug in, tune up, and

ARP Odyssey, Arturia PolyBrute, Innerclock Systems Gridlock II, Moog Prodigy, Oberheim OB-X8, Roland Juno-60, Roland ProMars, Roland TR-909, Sequential OB-6, Sequential Prophet-5, Waldorf Microwave XT