In this installment of Synth Setup Tips, Doctor Mix walks us through his live-looping setup with the RC-505 MK2. We explore MIDI transport and clock, tempo-synced effects, layering, and ways

In this video, I explore Moog’s Messenger, including its oscillators, filter, modulation and sequencer. I also demonstrate two ways to get more from it: a “DFAM mode” approach and a

In this video, I review 1010music’s BENTO and walk through its sampling and sequencing workflow. I explore one-shot kits, multisamples, granular processing, loops, slicing, live looping and effects, followed by

In this video, I share fifteen tips for managing a setup with multiple speakers and headphones. I cover level matching, monitor switching, volume control, routing, room correction and time alignment,

In this video, I explore BOOM CHICK and ASSEMBLER from Pittsburgh Modular and Cre8audio. I go through BOOM CHICK’s drum voices and sequencing tools, then look at ASSEMBLER’s channels, aux

In this video, I share thirty performance tips for Ableton Live and Push 2 and 3. I explore setup choices, macros, routing, clip control and transitions, then add spatial and

In this video, I explore ways to track down and reduce noise, hum, buzz, ground loops and USB whine. I go through power, cabling, balanced connections, USB isolation, DI boxes

In this video, I explore six spatial performance tools and techniques for making music with gestures. I look at expression mapping, notes and chords in space, timing and scale correction,

In this video, I explore Melbourne Instruments’ ROTO CONTROL and what motorized knobs bring to MIDI control. I go through its Ableton Live mixer and plugin modes, hardware MIDI control,

In this video, I explore Akai and Native Instruments’ MPC and MPK integration, including Play instruments and expansions. I also go through MPC 3.4 changes, keygroups, modifiers and controller mapping.