YOUTUBER: Free Beat

16. January 2026

Free Beat Turns the SP-404MKII Into a Groovebox Monster

Think the Roland SP-404MKII is just a sampler? Think again. Free Beat dives headfirst into groovebox territory, wrangling the 404MKII into a full-on song machine. Expect hands-on sampling, punchy patterns, and a workflow that’s more streetwise than studio-bound. If you’re tired of endless menu-diving and want to see some real-world beatmaking, this one’s for you. Free Beat’s practical, no-fluff style means you get the dirt, the tricks, and the occasional happy accident—all in under 15 minutes. Curious how far you can push a so-called sampler? Strap in.

Roland SP-404MKII, Teenage Engineering OP-Z

14. January 2026

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Free Beat

Roland MC-707: Free Beat’s Luxe Groovebox Weapon

Forget your pocket change—today we’re talking about Free Beat’s favourite bit of expensive kit, the Roland MC-707. Known for his practical, workflow-driven approach, Free Beat usually keeps it budget, but this time he’s flexing the big guns. The MC-707 isn’t just another pricey lump of plastic; it’s a groovebox that punches way above its weight, offering a ridiculous combo of sound, control, and live performance muscle. If you think all premium gear is just for show-offs, this video might just change your mind. Dive in for a taste of what makes the MC-707 a true rave bunker essential.

Roland MC-707

11. January 2026

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Free Beat vs. KOII: Sample Chopping in the Rave Bunker

Sample chopping on the Teenage Engineering KOII finally gets the Free Beat treatment, and it’s about time. Our favourite daily-gear explorer dives into two ways to slice up beats, with a workflow that’s part coffee-fuelled experiment, part practical chaos. Expect hands-on action with patron-submitted drums, a few honest gripes, and a look at what makes the KOII’s sample handling both clever and occasionally clunky. If you want to know whether this box is a street weapon or a fiddly toy, you’ll want to read on—and then watch the video for the full sonic mayhem.

Teenage Engineering KOII

7. January 2026

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Free Beat’s KOII Commit: Clone Wars in the Groove Trench

Ever wanted to mutate your tracks without nuking the original? Free Beat dives into the KOII’s commit function and finds out it’s not just a button—it’s a full-on rave bunker for scene variations. This isn’t a dry manual; it’s a caffeine-fuelled, hands-on session where chaos is embraced and every outro gets its own flavour. If you like your workflow fast, flexible, and a bit unpredictable, you’ll want to see how KOII’s commit turns song mode into a playground. Free Beat’s practical, drummer-brain approach keeps things moving, and by the end, you’ll be itching to clone, tweak, and smash your own

Behringer UMC1820, Teenage Engineering KOII

28. December 2025

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Free Beat’s KOII Loop Mode: Not Your Nan’s Looper

Free Beat’s back in the bunker, this time wrangling the Teenage Engineering KOII’s looping feature—and it’s not the live looper you’re expecting. Instead of the usual pedalboard shenanigans, KOII lets you slice, dice, and remix your patterns in real time, turning a simple groove into a rave-ready monster. Punch-in effects? Still on tap, still wild. If you think you know what looping means, think again—this is a street weapon for the hands-on performer. Dive in for a taste of KOII’s chaos, and maybe keep your old looper on standby for nostalgia’s sake.

Teenage Engineering KOII

24. December 2025

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Free Beat’s 2025 Gear of the Year: Woovebox and Polyend Mess Go Head-to-Head

It’s that time again: Free Beat’s annual Gear of the Year throwdown, and this year, things get messy—in the best way. Our favourite groovebox enthusiast can’t pick just one, so we get a double dose of hardware hype. From firmware-fuelled transformations to sequencer-fuelled chaos, Free Beat spotlights two machines that turned his studio upside down in 2025. If you want to know which boxes are worth your sweat and which updates actually matter, this is the video (and article) for you. Get ready for a no-nonsense, hands-on rundown with plenty of sonic mayhem.

Polyend MESS, Woovebox, Woovebox Pro

21. December 2025

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Free Beat’s Woovebox: Not Complicated, Just Criminally Clever

Forget what the gear snobs say—the Woovebox isn’t a labyrinth, it’s a rave bunker with a front door wide open. Free Beat, ever the practical groovebox wrangler, slices through the internet moaning to show us why this pocket-sized sonic street weapon is way more approachable than its feature list suggests. If you’re expecting menu hell and button-mashing nightmares, prepare to be pleasantly mugged by common sense. This video is a love letter to UI design that actually wants you to make music, not lose your will to live. Read on if you fancy a device that’s all killer, no filler—and

Woovebox

19. December 2025

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Free Beat

Free Beat Unleashes the SP-404MKII DJ Mode: More Than Just Decks and Drops

Ever thought DJ mode on the Roland SP-404MKII was just for wannabe club spinners? Think again, mate! Free Beat, our favourite groove wrangler, dives headfirst into DJ mode for the first time and discovers it’s a performance playground wilder than a kangaroo on a Red Bull bender. With cue mixing, crossfading, and some cheeky pitch bending, this video flips the script on what DJ mode can do. Grab your sunnies and get ready for a wild ride—this isn’t your average DJ tutorial, and Free Beat’s practical, hands-on style makes it a must-watch for anyone keen to squeeze every drop out

Roland SP-404MKII

16. December 2025

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Free Beat

Free Beat’s Woovebox Jam: No Cuts, All Chaos – Aussie Style

Strap in, mates – Free Beat’s back with a Woovebox session that’s raw as a backyard BBQ at 2am. No edits, no safety net, just pure, unfiltered jamming on a synth that’s as unpredictable as a Melbourne weather forecast. This isn’t your average Sunday Session; it’s a 10-minute sprint through sound design, live recording, and a few glorious stuff-ups, all with Free Beat’s signature practical flair. If you reckon you can handle a bit of chaos and want to see what the Woovebox can really do, this is the ride for you.

Behringer UMC1820, Woovebox

12. December 2025

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Free Beat Unleashes the Woovebox Holiday Update: Android, Count-In, and Quantize Mayhem

The Woovebox just got a holiday-level injection of new features, and Free Beat is here to bang the drum about it—literally. This update isn’t just a stocking filler; it’s a proper toolkit for anyone who likes their grooveboxes smarter and their workflow less painful. From a slick Android app to count-in recording and the long-awaited return of quantized note entry, Free Beat slices through the fluff and shows off what actually matters. If you’re tired of clunky transfers and off-grid timing headaches, this video is your new cheat sheet. Dive in for the highlights, but trust me—some things you’ll want

Behringer UMC1820, Woovebox

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