MORE ARTICLE WITH Sequential Prophet-5

11. April 2026

Optoproductions Illuminates the Sonic Tapestry of Allert Aalders: A Journey Through Dutch Synth Lore

Step through the forest haze and into the Sonar Traffic studio, where Allert Aalders—sound sculptor, teacher, and Dutch synth legend—spins tales of circuitry and memory. Guided by Optoproductions’ inquisitive lens, we drift through Allert’s creative odyssey: from the pulse of Human Beings to the magnetic resonance of rare machines, and the nebulae of modular gatherings. This is not just a studio tour; it’s a meditation on legacy, collaboration, and the ghosts that flicker in every oscillator. Prepare to lose your sense of time and let the story of sound unfold, one luminous patch at a time.

Arturia Beatstep Pro, Roland Jupiter-6, Roland TR-909, Sequential Pro-1, Sequential Prophet-5, Synton Syrinx, Yamaha DX7 II

24. March 2026

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Doctor Mix

Doctor Mix Throws Down: Prophet-5 vs Prophet-10 – Analog Titans in a Street Fight

Doctor Mix is back in the rave bunker, this time pitting the Sequential Prophet-5 against its big brother, the Prophet-10. Forget the spec sheets—this is a hands-on, ears-on, no-nonsense comparison, with Doctor Mix’s signature energy and a dash of chaos. Expect filter flips, oscillator face-offs, and a few moments where even he admits he can’t tell the difference. If you want to know which Prophet slaps hardest for your studio, strap in. This isn’t just another synth demo; it’s a full-on analog duel, Doctor Mix style.

Sequential Prophet-10, Sequential Prophet-5

14. March 2026

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Starsky Carr

Starsky Carr’s Synth Bunker: Vintage Heat Meets Modern Muscle

Ever wondered what happens when you cram a lifetime of synth obsession into one studio? Starsky Carr, the UK’s king of deep-dive gear reviews, throws open the doors to his ever-morphing synth lair. This isn’t just a museum of analog legends and digital beasts—it’s a living, breathing rave bunker where the Juno-60 rubs shoulders with the UDO Super 8 and the TR-909 lurks next to a Neve summing mixer. Expect a whirlwind tour of iconic machines, clever routing tricks, and a few stories that’ll make you laugh, wince, or both. If you think you know synth setups, think again—Starsky’s got

Analog Solutions Leipzig V3, Arturia PolyBrute, AudioFuse16, Elektron Analog Rytm, Focusrite Clarett, Groove Synthesis 3rd Wave, Korg SV-1, Moog Minimoog, Moog Voyager, Neve 8816 Summing Mixer, Oberheim OB6, Oberheim OBX8, Polyend Tracker+, Prophet 600, Prophet VS, Roland Juno-60, Roland Jupiter 4, Roland System-8, Sequential Prophet-5, Super Jupiter MKS-80, Tempest, TR-808, TR-909, UDO Super 8, Waldorf M

22. January 2026

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Matt Johnson’s Keyspace

Matt Johnson’s Keyspace: The 2025 Keyboard Killers – No Filler, Just Fire

Matt Johnson’s Keyspace is back with a synth confession booth: which keyboards actually survived his 2025 touring onslaught? Forget gear hoarding—Matt’s laying out the real MVPs from a year of arena gigs, studio sessions, and globe-trotting with Jamiroquai and Purple Disco Machine. Expect sharp banter, brutal honesty, and a few curveballs (including a chorus pedal that’s still under wraps). If you want to know what stays on the rig when the setlist gets serious, this is your backstage pass. Spoiler: some legends endure, and some new blood kicks the doors in.

Groove Synthesis Third Wave, Moog One, Sequential Prophet-5, Vintage Vibe Electric Piano, Yamaha Montage M

19. December 2025

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Starsky Carr

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

29. November 2025

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Tonepusher

Tonepusher’s FOURM Frenzy: Is Sequential’s New Beast the Next Industrial Street Weapon?

Tonepusher is back in the rave bunker, unleashing the Sequential FOURM and asking the question every industrial head wants answered: does this synth slap as hard as its legendary ancestors? Forget nostalgia—this is about raw, analog muscle and filthy modulation tricks. If you’re after the next EBM classic or just want to see a synth get pushed to its limits, this is the kind of deep-dive that’ll make your filter self-oscillate. Buckle up for a no-nonsense, knob-twisting tour through the FOURM’s punchy sound and industrial pedigree.

Roland Juno-60, Roland Jupiter-8, Sequential Fourm, Sequential Pro-1, Sequential Prophet VS, Sequential Prophet-5