The thing that makes modules like Turing Machine and Marbles unique isn’t just their ability to generate random sequences, but also their ability to freeze randomness once a compelling pattern is presented to you. These modules are digital, so they … Continue reading Modular/Analog “RAM”? How to store generative melodies & rhythms using sample & hold and a sequential switch
Foot-switches and expression pedals were born analog, and designed to act as on/off or continuous-control extensions for guitar pedals, synths and other analog instruments. However, increasingly, music is being created on digital devices, whether it’s computers, digital synths, digitally controlled … Continue reading Beatbars MIDI Foot-switch and Expression Pedal Review (FS3 and EX3)
Novation just announced a refresh of their LaunchKey MIDI and DAW controllers. The big news in these, is that like the new MK3 LaunchPads and Launchkey Mini MK3, they can also now load up custom templates to control hardware or … Continue reading LAUNCHKEY MK3 Review and Tutorial // 25,37 vs 49,61 // Generative Arpeggiator explained
REmindER from Enjoy Electronics is a desktop effects processor focused on creating rhythmic effects using delays. It can take a simple pattern and evolve it into an elaborate rhythm using multiple delays and selective filtering. A unique aspect of REmindER … Continue reading REmindER Review – Stereo and Quadraphonic Rhythmic Delay by Enjoy Electronics
T-1 from Torso Electronics is an algorithmic, or generative sequencer that does things very differently from other sequencers. T-1 combines notes you enter with rhythmic and melodic rules that are applied to them. Rules or tools like euclidean sequencing, arpeggiators, … Continue reading TORSO T-1 – Generative sequencer review and tutorial
SYNTRX from Erica Synths is inspired by the interface of the legendary EMS Synthi AKS, a modular synth with a pin matrix designed to overcome the hassle of patch cables. SYNTRX however has one major difference, and that’s a digitally … Continue reading SYNTRX: review and sound design tutorial – EMS Synthi reimagined by Erica Synths
Disting MK4 is one of Eurorack’s most popular modules, and now, two of them have been fused together and improved in the form of Disting EX: a module from Expert Sleepers that can work in one of two modes – … Continue reading When two become one: DISTING EX by Expert Sleepers – Review, tutorial and comparison to DISTING MK4
This video explores three main topics: How MPC Live II compares to MPC Live I and MPC One How good Live II’s speakers are, and… What’s new in MPC version 2.8 in particular in light of the cons in my … Continue reading MPC Live II vs MPC One and MPC Live – Speaker test, review and 2.8 tutorial
Two years after I built the workshop edition of the Subharmonicon, Moog is releasing a new mass-production version. It’s better in several few ways – here’s the full review, including quite a few patching and pairing ideas: TIMELINE: 0:00 Intro … Continue reading The New Moog Subharmonicon Reviewed: Full Tutorial with 9 patch ideas and pairings
0-CTRL from Make Noise is an analog, touch sequencer and controller. It’s in the same form factor as the 0-COAST, pairs well with it but also with any semi-modular or eurorack gear. In this video I go over what 0-CTRL … Continue reading Make Noise 0-CTRL Review, Patch Ideas with 0-COAST and other modules