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ADSR: Master the Envelope
Posted 06/26/2026
Welcome to the ABC's of ADSR. Have you ever wondered what these four letters on your synthesizer mean? In this in-depth tutorial, Gabe shows you what envelope generators are and how you can apply them to virtually any module of your synth to shape its sound. No more excuses, it's time to gain ADSR literacy and master the envelope! 0:00 - Intro 1:27 - How ADSR Traditionally Works 3:00 - More Complex Sound Design 4:27 - Demo
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Synthesizers
Novation Launch Control 3: Unleash Your MIDI Controller
Posted 06/18/2026
Meet the Novation Launch Control and Launch Control XL 3, a new generation of MIDI controller designed to help you unleash your creativity in the studio or on stage. With seamless integration with all major DAWs, a crisp OLED display, a plethora of physical knobs, buttons and slider and 16 fully customizable modes, the Launch Control 3 series is the perfect companion for music producers from all walks of life. Join Gabe for a quick tour of all the main features of this new breed of Launch Controls! 0:00 - Intro & Demo 2:16 - Quick
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MIDI Controllers
The 3 BEST Home Studio Setups for PRO SOUNDING VOCALS
Posted 06/11/2026
Kevin breaks down various setups you can use when recording vocals at home, from entry-level to high-end. The first step: understanding basic room acoustics. You'll also learn how microphones work, how to gain stage properly, and much more. Thank you to @mattrelevo for joining us! 0:00 - What We're Covering 0:44 - Treating The Room 1:36 - Audio Interface 2:54 - Dynamic vs Condenser Mic 4:01 - Basic, Bare-Bones Setup 12:30 - Home Studio Setup 17:10 - High-End, Professional Setup
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Studio Recording
Home Recording
Three Ways to Level Up Your Synth Sound Design
Posted 06/05/2026
Are your synths sounding a bit dry? Are you trying to find ways to make your sound designs more interesting but coming short? Well, fret not! In this video Gabe shows you 3 easy ways to level up your sound using your synth's built-in effects, software plugins or external processors. Oh, and if you stick around until the end, he might even throw in a bonus technique to give your sound that missing je ne sais quoi. 0:00 - Intro 0:33 - On-Board Effects 1:46 - Effect Plugins 3:05 - Hardware Processors 5:52 - Re-Amping
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Audio Production
Synthesizers
Polyend Drums Analog-Digital Hybrid Machine: Superbooth 2026
Posted 05/13/2026
Polyend Drums allows you to have a wide range of sound at your fingertips. Learn about this drum machine at Superbooth Berlin 2026! 0:00 - Overview 0:17 - Machine Layout 0:35 - Controls 1:57 - Effects 2:15 - Sample Jam
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Digital Instruments
Analog Drum Machine
Cool Gear We Saw at Superbooth 2026
Posted 05/13/2026
"I never realized that tree trunks sounded this good." Kevin, Andrew, and Gabe are doing what they do best: talking about the latest and coolest audio gear. Superbooth Berlin 2026 had a lot to offer, so check out what made the cut (trust us, there's a reason gloves are on the list). 0:00 - UAD Enigmatic '82 Plugin 1:20 - Rupert Neve 1:46 - Synth Kalimba 2:31 - Mimu Gloves 4:05 - Telefunken 251 5:13 - Soma Terra Synth 6:40 - Atomic Analog 500 Series Module 7:40 - Kevin's First Foray into Synthesis 8:52 - La Voix du Luthier Acoustic Resonators
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Audio Equipment
Audio Production
The Newest Pro Audio Gear at Superbooth 2026
Posted 05/13/2026
Kevin and Andrew explore the show floor at Superbooth Berlin 2026 to show you the latest in software, audio interfaces, and more. 0:00 - Intro 0:34 - SPL Booth 5:46 - Focusrite 7:34 - Elysia 10:54 - Izotope & Native Instruments
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Audio Interfaces
Audio Production
Expressive E Osmose: Controller-Only Version: Superbooth 2026
Posted 05/13/2026
Expressive E's Osmose CE MPE is everything you love about the original, stripped down into a pure controller. Join Gabe at Superbooth Berlin 2026 to learn how it works! 0:00 - Intro 0:32 - About the Expressive E Osmose CE MPE Controller 0:44 - Keyboard & Demo 1:54 - Plug-Ins 2:49 - Osmose CE Jam 4:38 - Final Thoughts
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Audio Controllers
Keyboards
The Superbooth 2026 Synth Roundup!
Posted 05/13/2026
Gabe travels the show floor of Superbooth 2026 in search of the newest and most exciting synths from Korg Berlin, Erica Synths, and more. 0:00 - Opening 0:45 - Genki Katla 3:58 - Korg NTS-4 5:04 - Erica Synths Bullfrog Drums 6:55 - Boredbrain Xcelon SL  8:43 - Expressive-E Osmose CE
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Audio Production
Audio Equipment
teenage engineering EP-136 KO Sidekick: Unleash Your Power
Posted 05/07/2026
teenage engineering's EP-136 KO Sidekick is a small, versatile beast with a secret. Join Gabe as he runs down how to utilize this two-channel mixer. It might be your sidekick in your future music endeavors! Sponsored by
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Audio Mixers
How to Record Drums at Home: Five Different Microphone Setups
Posted 04/29/2026
Drum sounds are an integral part of a song's production. However, recording drums at home presents its own unique challenges. Andrew provides solutions, such as microphone choice and placement. 0:00 - Introduction 0:35 - Challenges of Recording Drums at Home 2:15 - Many Parts, One Instrument 2:45 - Drum Tuning and Head Choice 3:25 - 1 Mic, 2 Options 6:00 - 2 Mics (Glyn Johns) 8:08 - 4 Mics (Glyn Johns w/kick & snare) 10:29 - 4 Mics (Spaced Pair w/kick & snare) 12:30 - 4 Mics (Blumlein Pair w/kick & snare) 13:18 - Options for Using
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Home Recording
Music Production
Recording Electric Guitar at Home
Posted 04/16/2026
Are you recording your music at home? Not sure how to approach recording an electric guitar? Andrew shares a few mic setups, showing you how microphone choice and placement affect your sound. 0:00 How Electric Guitars Work 1:00 Simple & Budget Setup 2:33 How Does Mic Position Affect The Sound? 3:40 How Dynamic Moving Coil Mics Work 4:41 Over-Driven Electric Guitar Sound 6:35 What Other Dynamic Mics Can You Use? 8:02 Using Ribbon Microphones 10:39 Two-Mic Setups 14:04 Condenser Mic Options 14:58 Adding a Room Mic 16:48 Outro
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Music Production
Audio Recording Systems
How to Record Acoustic Guitar at Home
Posted 03/27/2026
Home recording is more accessible, but how do you make your instruments sound good? Andrew shares how to get the most out of your experience recording music at home. In this episode, you’ll get a crash course on acoustic guitar recording at home, as well as mistakes to avoid. You’ll learn how to choose a microphone, where to place your mic, how to record acoustic guitars in an untreated room, and more. As always, Andrew will demo each mic position and share its pros and cons. 0:00 - In This Tutorial 1:00 - Basic Mic Placement 2:23 - How
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Home Recording
Music Production
AKAI MPC Sample: Old School Workflow with a Modern Twist
Posted 03/25/2026
With the MPC sample, Akai gives us the smallest and most compact MPC to date. And although it's small, the MPC sample packs a punch and brings together the iconic sample-based workflow MPCs are known and loved for with modern performance tools like Pad FX and Flex beat. Join Gabe in a deep dive of AKAI’s small but mighty all-in-one portable sampler. 0:00 - Intro 0:24 - Opening Jam 1:59 -
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Effects Processors
Audio Keyboards
Anatomy of a Synth: Inside the Signal Path
Posted 03/06/2026
Shopping for your first synthesizer, but are unsure what terms like oscillator, filter, or envelope actually mean? In this video, Gabe breaks down the core components found in most substractive synths and explains how they work together. By the end, you’ll have a clear understanding of the signal path and know what features matter most when choosing your first instrument. 0:00 - Intro 0:42 - Oscillators 1:52 - Filters 2:33 - LFO (Low Frequency Oscillator) 3:28 - Envelope Generators 4:04 - VCA (Voltage Controlled Amplifier) 5:27 - Effects 5:59
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Synthesizers

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