In this video, I review Akai’s MPC One+ and explore what its Wi-Fi and Bluetooth connections add to a setup. I go through wireless MIDI, Ableton Link and control, routing

In this video, I explore Ableton Push 3’s expressive pads and compare it with Push 2 and other music-making options. I go through MPE, standalone use, audio connections, recording, sequencing

In this video, I review Roland’s AIRA Compact S-1 and compare it with the SH-101 and other AIRA Compacts. I explore its synthesis, drawing and chopping features, effects, sequencing and

In this video, I explore Elektron’s Analog Heat +FX and how its modulation tools interact with effects. I go through the analog circuits, filters, digital effects, envelopes and LFOs, including

In this video, I compare Akai’s MPC X SE with MPC Live II, One, Key 61 and Studio. I go through the controls, connections, screen, pads and storage, and discuss

In this video, I explore SOMA’s TERRA and its pressure-sensitive performance interface. I go through its sensors, synth engines, effects and modulation, including polyphonic, experimental, bass and solo sounds. Timeline

In this video, I explore Expressive E’s Osmose, including pressure, aftertouch, pitch gestures and its MPE arpeggiator. I also go into the Haken editor and EaganMatrix to demonstrate patching, modulation

In this video, I review Melbourne Instruments’ NINA and explore what motorized knobs bring to synthesis. I go through morphing, layers, oscillators, filters, effects and modulation, followed by sequencing and

In this video, I explore Roland’s SH-4d and its different synth and rhythm engines. I go through sound design, effects, modulation, arpeggiation, sequencing and performance features, then discuss the pros

In this video, I explore Pittsburgh Modular’s Taiga, including its oscillators, waveforms, filter and dynamics section. I go through patching, modulation, delay and control options, followed by the pros and