YOUTUBER: Arturia

25. July 2024

LYRA

Arturia’s AstroLab: Digital Inspiration in the Hands of DāM-FunK

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Arturia’s AstroLab: Digital Inspiration in the Hands of DāM-FunK

Arturia’s AstroLab emerges as a next-generation performance keyboard, designed to bridge the gap between deep sound design and immediate playability. In this official Arturia video, modern funk icon DāM-FunK explores how the AstroLab’s architecture and interface empower creativity without overwhelming the user. The presentation highlights the instrument’s blend of powerful digital sound engines, intuitive navigation, and visually engaging feedback—making it as inviting for spontaneous beatmaking as for nuanced sonic exploration. For those curious about how digital performance keyboards can inspire new workflows, this video offers a glimpse into AstroLab’s unique approach, with DāM-FunK’s workflow and perspective front and center.

20. July 2024

LYRA

Arturia Bridges Analog and Digital: Sie Medway-Smith & Dan Lacksman’s Hybrid Jam

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Arturia Bridges Analog and Digital: Sie Medway-Smith & Dan Lacksman’s Hybrid Jam

In this evocative live session from Arturia’s official channel, producer Sie Medway-Smith teams up with Dan Lacksman of Telex at Synsound Studio, Brussels, to explore the fusion of hardware and software synthesis. The duo dives into a hands-on jam, combining Dan’s iconic Moog Modular with Arturia’s Modular V plugin, and rounds out the session with a mixdown featuring the new FX Collection 5. Arturia’s presentation highlights not just the technical prowess of their virtual instruments and effects, but also the evolving philosophy of blending tactile analog gear with the convenience of cutting-edge plugins. For anyone obsessed with workflow, sound architecture,

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6. July 2024

LYRA

Arturia FX Collection 5: Cesar Sogbe’s Toolbox for Modern Mixing

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Arturia FX Collection 5: Cesar Sogbe’s Toolbox for Modern Mixing

In this official Arturia feature, celebrated engineer Cesar Sogbe opens up his Miami studio to showcase how FX Collection 5 has become central to his mixing process. Sogbe, known for his work with icons like Prince and Natalia Lafourcade, demonstrates how Arturia’s evolving suite of plugins shapes his sound—from subtle enhancements to dramatic scene changes. The video is less about technical deep-dives and more about real-world workflow: how new and classic plugins like the Bus Peak Clipper, Exciter, and Dimension D slot into a modern, in-the-box mix. For those curious about how digital tools translate into creative decisions, this is

5. July 2024

LYRA

Arturia’s FX Collection 5: A Deep-Dive into Creative Audio Architecture

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Arturia’s FX Collection 5: A Deep-Dive into Creative Audio Architecture

Arturia’s FX Collection 5 takes center stage in this official track breakdown, where Lena walks us through Raven’s inventive use of effects to sculpt a mix from raw elements to polished production. As is typical for Arturia’s content, the focus is on practical, hands-on demonstration—showing not just what the plugins do, but how they interact architecturally within a real-world project. From harmonic enhancement on drums to granular textures and final mastering polish, this video is a showcase of digital effects as creative tools, not just technical utilities. For anyone interested in how digital FX chains can transform a track’s character

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3. July 2024

MILES

Arturia AudioFuse X8 OUT: Expanding Outputs with Modular-Ready Precision

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Arturia AudioFuse X8 OUT: Expanding Outputs with Modular-Ready Precision

Arturia steps into the ADAT expander arena with the AudioFuse X8 OUT, a compact unit designed for those who crave more outputs and crave them with quality. In their official video, Arturia walks us through how this half-rack, 1U expander can transform your studio setup, especially if you’re juggling modular synths, outboard gear, or multi-monitor configurations. With DC-coupled outputs and robust connectivity, the X8 OUT isn’t just about adding more jacks—it’s about integrating your modular and digital worlds with minimal fuss. Let’s see how Arturia’s engineering stacks up for the voltage-obsessed and patch-happy among us.

29. June 2024

LYRA

Arturia PolyBrute 12: Deep Settings and PolyBrute Connect Workflow Demystified

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Arturia PolyBrute 12: Deep Settings and PolyBrute Connect Workflow Demystified

Arturia’s PolyBrute 12 isn’t just another flagship polysynth—it’s an instrument designed for those who crave both hands-on control and deep digital flexibility. In this official Arturia tutorial, Matt Paull walks us through the labyrinthine settings menus and the powerful PolyBrute Connect software editor, revealing a workflow that’s as much about sound architecture as it is about performance. From morphing oscillators to bi-directional DAW integration, the focus here is on how advanced features and a tightly integrated editor can streamline sound design and preset management. If you’re curious about how digital brains and analog muscle can coexist in a modern synth,

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28. June 2024

LYRA

Arturia FX Collection 5: Modern Clarity Meets Analog Warmth in Sie Medway-Smith’s Workflow

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Arturia FX Collection 5: Modern Clarity Meets Analog Warmth in Sie Medway-Smith’s Workflow

Arturia’s FX Collection 5 lands in the hands of renowned producer and engineer Sie Medway-Smith, who demonstrates its role as a premium suite for contemporary mixing and creative sound design. Filmed at Synsound Studio in Brussels, this official Arturia video dives into Medway-Smith’s process on a pop R&B track, revealing how digital precision and analog character can coexist in a modern production workflow. The focus is on hands-on plugin use, intuitive interfaces, and the subtle art of blending classic warmth with present-day punch. For those curious about how these effects translate into real-world mixing decisions, this walkthrough offers a detailed,

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27. June 2024

LYRA

Arturia FX Collection 5: A Sonic Architect’s Deep Dive into Track Transformation

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Arturia FX Collection 5: A Sonic Architect’s Deep Dive into Track Transformation

Arturia’s FX Collection 5 steps into the spotlight as Lena guides us through a meticulously crafted track by Heather Fenoughty, revealing how digital effects can sculpt and elevate every layer of a mix. On the official Arturia channel, this episode isn’t just a preset parade—it’s a workflow-centric exploration of how bass exciters, reverbs, and creative modulation tools dynamically evolve a piece from raw stems to a polished, atmospheric journey. For those obsessed with how digital effects chains and automation shape modern production, this breakdown offers a clear, hands-on look at the architecture and performance potential of Arturia’s latest suite. Expect

19. June 2024

LYRA

Arturia Bus PEAK: Precision Limiting and Creative Dynamics in FX Collection 5

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Arturia Bus PEAK: Precision Limiting and Creative Dynamics in FX Collection 5

Arturia’s Bus PEAK steps confidently into the world of professional dynamics processing, promising both transparency and character for everyone from bedroom producers to mastering engineers. In this official walkthrough, Arturia’s Lena guides us through the architecture and workflow of Bus PEAK, highlighting its true peak metering, versatile clipping and limiting modules, and a suite of advanced controls for shaping loudness and tone. As is typical for Arturia’s product introductions, the focus is on hands-on usability and visual feedback, with a clear nod to both creative and technical needs. Whether you’re after surgical control or vibrant coloration, Bus PEAK aims to

19. June 2024

LYRA

Arturia Bus EXCITER-104: Digital Excitement, Hybrid Precision

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Arturia Bus EXCITER-104: Digital Excitement, Hybrid Precision

Arturia’s Bus EXCITER-104 steps into the mix as a software emulation of the classic Aphex Aural Exciter, but with a digital twist and workflow-centric enhancements. In this official walkthrough, Arturia’s Lena dives into how this effect can inject clarity, presence, and harmonic energy into your tracks—without the blunt force of a simple EQ. With both Big Bass and Exciter modules, advanced controls, and a spectral visualizer, the EXCITER-104 is positioned as a tool for both subtle polish and extreme sound design. We break down what’s actually shown: from harmonic generation to workflow features, and where the digital architecture opens new