MORE ARTICLE WITH Teenage Engineering EP-133 K.O. II

25. March 2026

SPARKY

TAETRO’s MPC Sample: Workflow Weapon or Missed Beat?

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TAETRO’s MPC Sample: Workflow Weapon or Missed Beat?

TAETRO’s at it again, this time putting the Akai MPC Sample through its paces and not pulling any punches. If you’re after a sampler that claims to streamline your creative chaos, this is the video you want. TAETRO’s style is all about fast moves and real talk—he’s got no time for menu-diving or design-school riddles. Expect sharp takes on what slaps, what sucks, and why the MPC Sample might just be the street weapon your portable rig needs (or not). Buckle up, because this isn’t your average gear review—TAETRO’s here to separate the hype from the hardware.

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22. March 2026

TAS

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

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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

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20. March 2026

RILEY

SON WU Digs Into the MPC Sample Leak: Classic Vibes, Modern Tricks

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SON WU Digs Into the MPC Sample Leak: Classic Vibes, Modern Tricks

If you thought the sampler game was getting stale, SON WU just dropped a spicy leak that’ll have beatmakers everywhere double-checking their gear budgets. In this video, SON WU breaks down the rumored specs of the upcoming AKAI MPC Sample—a compact groovebox that’s got more throwback energy than a crate of dusty vinyl. With his signature warm, no-nonsense style, SON WU slices through the Google-translated leaks and gives us the real talk on what this box might mean for your next street corner jam. Don’t expect a dry spec sheet—expect honest opinions, a few laughs, and plenty of reasons to

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16. March 2026

SPARKY

The Unperson’s Mini Modular FX Rack: Small Case, Big Chaos

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The Unperson’s Mini Modular FX Rack: Small Case, Big Chaos

Ever wondered what happens when you stuff a bunch of wild Eurorack FX modules into a tiny 40HP rave bunker? The Unperson is back with episode two of the Mini Modular series, and this time it’s all about twisting, mangling and elevating your sounds with a dedicated modular effects rack. Forget polite pedalboards—this is about stacking glitch, delay, and reverb until your drums and synths are unrecognisable (in the best way). If you’re after inspiration for compact, punchy FX chains and want to see modulation used as a weapon, this one’s for you. Prepare for sonic mayhem, British sarcasm, and

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4. February 2026

SPARKY

EP-40 RIDDIM vs KOII: SON WU Throws Down the Pocket Operator Gauntlet

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EP-40 RIDDIM vs KOII: SON WU Throws Down the Pocket Operator Gauntlet

SON WU is back in the rave bunker, pitting Teenage Engineering’s EP-40 RIDDIM against the KOII in a no-holds-barred feature fight. If you’re after the real dirt on which pocket-sized beast deserves your cash, this is the showdown you need. Expect sharp insights, hands-on jams, and a few curveballs—SON WU’s signature style is all over this one. Don’t blink: the verdict comes fast, and the details are juicier than a warehouse party at 4am.

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4. February 2026

SPARKY

Free Beat’s KOII: Odd Time Groovebox That Actually Gets It Right

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Free Beat’s KOII: Odd Time Groovebox That Actually Gets It Right

If you’ve ever tried to wrangle a groovebox into 7/8 and ended up with a migraine, Free Beat’s latest video is your antidote. This time, our favourite practical beatmaker dives deep into the Teenage Engineering KOII, a box that doesn’t just tolerate odd time signatures—it lives for them. Free Beat’s excitement is infectious, but don’t mistake it for hype: this is a hands-on, no-nonsense look at why the KOII might finally be the groovebox that makes weird meters fun, not a maths lesson. Get ready for a fast-paced tour of intuitive sequencing, scene-based time signature wizardry, and some live jams

1. February 2026

SPARKY

Free Beat Unleashes the KOII Fader: Finally, Some Real-Time Mayhem

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Free Beat Unleashes the KOII Fader: Finally, Some Real-Time Mayhem

Free Beat’s finally cracked the KOII fader, and it’s about time. If you’ve ever stared at that slider wondering if it’s just a volume knob in disguise, prepare to have your mind (and maybe your jam sessions) blown. This video is a crash course in real-time sound mangling, fader assignments, and the kind of performance tricks that make the KOII a proper street weapon. Free Beat’s practical, hands-on style means you get the dirt, not the brochure. If you want to see the KOII fader actually earn its keep, this is your ticket.

30. January 2026

TAS

Free Beat Unleashes KOII’s Live Sampling: A Kangaroo in the Sequencer Pit

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Free Beat Unleashes KOII’s Live Sampling: A Kangaroo in the Sequencer Pit

Ever wondered if your sampler could keep up with your wildest live antics? Free Beat’s latest KOII trick is as wild as a kangaroo on a Red Bull bender—sampling on the fly while the sequencer’s still running! This isn’t just another gear demo; it’s a full-blown jam session with the KOII and Korg Volca Drum, showing off workflow hacks that’ll have your next rave set sounding like an outback storm. If you’re keen to see how fixed-length sampling can supercharge your live rig, grab a cold one and dive in. Just don’t expect a dry technical manual—this is Free Beat,

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Sampler Showdown 2026: Nu-Trix The Synth Guy Keeps It Real

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Sampler Showdown 2026: Nu-Trix The Synth Guy Keeps It Real

Nu-Trix The Synth Guy is back, and he’s not here to sell you a dream—he’s here to break down the sampler market in 2026 with the kind of honesty you only get after a few late-night studio sessions and maybe one too many cups of cheap coffee. If you’re tired of spec sheets and want to know what actually matters when you’re picking your next beatbox, this video is your jam. Nu-Trix slices through the hype, compares the hottest and weirdest samplers out there, and drops some hard-earned wisdom on what’s worth your cash and what’s just another shiny toy.

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23. January 2026

TAS

Free Beat’s KOII Drum Mashup: Sampling Mayhem with a Side of Chaos

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Free Beat’s KOII Drum Mashup: Sampling Mayhem with a Side of Chaos

Ready for a wild ride? Free Beat’s back at it, wrangling the Teenage Engineering KOII into a drum kit setup that’s as unpredictable as a Melbourne weather forecast. This video isn’t just about plugging in cables—it’s a full-on experiment in live sampling, on-the-fly FX, and the kind of creative chaos that’ll make your next backyard jam session look tame. If you’re keen on seeing gear pushed to its limits (and maybe a few things go hilariously sideways), this one’s for you. Grab a cold one and dive in—because this is performance sampling, Aussie style.

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