In this video, I compare BeatBuddy 2 with the original and explore its controls, kits, MIDI, expression and song workflow. I also look at the editor and community resources that

In this video, I review Elektron’s Tonverk and compare its approach with Digitakt and Octatrack. I explore its players, sampling, effects routing, sequencing and performance features, with tips for getting

In this video, I explore Suonobuono’s POLYVERA and the different ways it adds character to oscillators and samples. I go through its sample processing, cross-modulation, filters, drive, effects and sequencing,

In this video, I explore Telepathic Instruments’ ORCHID as a chord and idea machine. I go through its sounds, effects, performance modes, arpeggiator and looper, then weigh the pros and

In this installment of Synth Setup Tips, Electric Sea walks us through her DAWless setup and performance workflow. We explore composing, mixing, breaks, live looping and transitions between songs, including

In this video, I revisit PLUS 3 with ten more tips and ideas, including the new three-way switch. I explore sustain passthrough, dual footswitch uses, feedback, MIDI control and ways

In this video, I compare Donner’s Essential L1 with Roland’s SH-101 and S-1. I go through its oscillators, filter, modulation, arpeggiator and sequencer, and look at the KB32M controller before

In this video, I explore Dreadbox’s ARTEMIS, including its oscillators, cross-modulation, filters, drive and effects. The tutorial also covers modulation, MPE, arpeggiation and sequencing, followed by the pros, cons and

In this video, I compare Novation’s Launch Control XL 3 with the MK2 and explore its DAW and hardware control options. I go through its screen, encoders, MIDI connections, custom

In this video, I explore ConvertWithMoss and how it helps move multisampled instruments between different formats. I demonstrate a conversion workflow, look at supported parameters and auto-sampling, and show how