YOUTUBER: Sam Gutman

2. June 2026

Sam Gutman Gets Wiggly: Osmose CE First Impressions That Slap

Sam Gutman finally gets his mitts on the Expressive E Osmose CE, and this isn’t your average ‘another keyboard in the post’ scenario. With a background that screams pro, Sam dives into the Osmose’s unique keybed, deadpan delivery and all. He pokes at the bundled Control E software, gets hands-on with the sounds, and doesn’t shy away from calling out what works and what could use a firmware miracle. If you’re sick of safe, plastic-feeling controllers and want a taste of something genuinely fresh, keep reading – or better yet, watch the video for the full rave-bunker experience.

Control E, Expressive E Osmose CE

12. May 2026

TAS

Sam Gutman

Sam Gutman’s Superbooth 2026: Synth Oddities and Sonic Mayhem

Superbooth 2026 was a wild ride through the weird and wonderful world of synths, and Sam Gutman was our trusty guide through the sonic jungle. From tactile tree trunks to DJ decks that’ll make your grandma want to scratch, Sam’s picks are as unpredictable as a possum at a picnic. If you’re into gear that’s more experimental than a backyard BBQ gone wrong, this roundup’s for you. Dive in for a taste of the most bonkers, hands-on, and inspiring gadgets the synth world has to offer—just don’t blame us if you end up wanting to remortgage the house for a

Atrium by Whimsical Raps, Handytraxx by Korg, Janko Keyboard, Relic by Shear Electronics, Spotykach by Synthux Academy, Struktophon by Plonk, Terra by SOMA Laboratory, Transparentsea by GinTronic, Ziggy by Buchla

11. May 2026

LUMINA

Sam Gutman

Korg Phase8: Sam Gutman Illuminates the Sonic Frontier

In the dappled shade of Berlin’s Superbooth, Sam Gutman invites us to drift into the liminal space where the Korg Phase8 is born—a machine that blurs the membrane between acoustic resonance and electronic imagination. Through a conversation with Lukas, one of the minds behind its creation, we glimpse the alchemy of engineering and intuition that shapes this instrument. The Phase8 doesn’t just generate sound; it exhales magnetic ghosts and tactile echoes, hinting at new sonic landscapes yet to be charted. This is a tale of invention, iteration, and the shimmering possibilities that emerge when tradition and innovation collide.

Korg Phase8

9. May 2026

LUMINA

Sam Gutman

Buchla’s Ziggy: Sam Gutman Guides Us Through a New Sonic Portal

Step into the liminal space where Buchla’s storied mystique meets the open arms of accessibility. In this immersive Superbooth 2026 encounter, Sam Gutman—musician, educator, and sonic storyteller—guides us through a conversation with Nick from Buchla about their latest creation: Ziggy. This is not just another synthesizer; it’s a vessel for both seasoned explorers and curious newcomers, designed to dissolve the boundaries between arcane soundcraft and intuitive play. Prepare to drift through nebula drones, tactile controls, and the magnetic resonance of Buchla’s legacy reimagined for a wider world.

Buchla Ziggy

2. April 2026

SPARKY

Sam Gutman

Sam Gutman vs. Yamaha Montage: The Workstation Roast We Needed

Sam Gutman, the educator with a touring pedigree and a sharp tongue, takes the Yamaha Montage to task in a video that’s equal parts synth therapy and stand-up roast. If you’ve ever looked at a flagship workstation and thought, “Why does this sound like a 2004 office printer had a baby with GarageBand?”, you’re in the right rave bunker. Sam’s blend of brutal honesty and cheeky redesigns will have you questioning why your own rig isn’t covered in tiger print and loaded with Spitfire choirs. If you want a no-nonsense, laugh-out-loud critique of the Montage’s design crimes, workflow sins, and

Yamaha Montage

30. January 2026

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Sam Gutman

Buchla & Friends: Sam Gutman’s Wild Synth Safari

Strap in, mates—Sam Gutman takes us on a synth-fuelled joyride through Buchla & Friends 2026, where the gear is as wild as a kangaroo on a Red Bull bender. From mind-bending controllers to volcanic sound machines, this video is a front-row seat to the most bonkers, experimental kit you’ll find outside a dust storm rave. Sam’s got the educator’s knack for digging into the details, but don’t expect a dry lecture—this is pure synth chaos with a side of cheeky banter. If you want to see what happens when tradition meets mad science, you’re in for a treat.

Buchla Music Easel by Buchla, Demonbox by Eternal Research, Dvina by Soma Laboratories, Erea 2 by Embodme, Flux by Soma Laboratories, Katla by Genki Instruments, Nymira by Terraphones, Omnisphere by Spectrasonics, Rhodes Piano by Rhodes, Uranograph by Clank

24. January 2026

TAS

Sam Gutman

Sam Gutman at NAMM 2026: Synths Gone Walkabout

Strap yourself in, mates—Sam Gutman’s NAMM 2026 roundup is a wild ride through the synth jungle, where tradition gets tossed out like a burnt snag at a bush BBQ. With his educator’s eye and a knack for sniffing out the oddballs, Sam dives headfirst into a showcase of gear that’s as unpredictable as Melbourne’s weather. From biofeedback gadgets that make mushrooms sing to synths that look like video games, this is no ordinary stroll through the keyboard aisle. If you’re after gear that’ll survive a dust storm and still turn heads at your next warehouse rave, you’ll want to see

3D Physics Synthesizer, ASM Leviasynth, Korg Phase 8, Pocket Scion

14. January 2026

SPARKY

Sam Gutman

Sam Gutman Unleashes the 3rd Wave: Not Just Another Wavetable Warrior

Think you know the Groove Synthesis 3rd Wave? Think again. Sam Gutman, educator and synth wrangler, dives deep into this blue beast and shows it’s more than just a PPG tribute act. We’re talking analog grunt, FM weirdness, sampling tricks, and a layering system that’ll make your DAW jealous. If you’re after a synth that can morph from classic to chaos at the push of a button, strap in—this one’s got more layers than a rave bunker onion. Gutman’s style is sharp, witty, and straight to the point—just how we like it.

Groove Synthesis 3rd Wave

26. November 2025

SPARKY

Sam Gutman

Sam Gutman Unleashes the ROLI Airwave: Yamaha Montage Gets a Gesture Overhaul

Sam Gutman isn’t here to waste your time—he’s here to show you how the ROLI Airwave turns the Yamaha Montage into a full-on gesture-controlled beast. In this punchy demo and guide, Sam flexes his educator chops and dives straight into the sound, the setup, and the quirks that’ll trip you up if you’re not paying attention. Expect a no-fluff walkthrough, some seriously lush patches, and a reminder that waving your hands in the air can actually sound massive. If you want to see a synth rig go from polite to rave bunker with a flick of the wrist, this is

ROLI Airwave, Yamaha Montage

7. November 2025

RILEY

Sam Gutman

SamGutman Slays with Omnisphere 3 and MPE!

Hold onto your subwoofers, folks! SamGutman is bringing the heat with Omnisphere 3’s new MPE capability, pairing it with the Seaboard. Dive into this gear breakdown where Sam blends groove with tech, showing how MPE can turn your sound into liquid gold. If you love bang-for-buck fun, this demo will blow your headphones off.

Omnisphere 3, Seaboard

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