Hardware & Instruments
Synths, drum machines, grooveboxes, modular and the instruments themselves.
12:52Synths & drum machinesHow to record hardware synths into a DAW
A complete, honest workflow for getting hardware into the computer.
25:51Modular & EurorackExploring modular synths, episode 0: a beginner's introduction
A patient, step-by-step way into modular.
9:43Synths & drum machinesEleven synth tips and tricks, shown on a MicroBrute
Practical tricks that carry over to almost any analog synth.
11:07Synths & drum machinesThree ways to use a hardware synth with Ableton Live
Practical setups for combining hardware and a DAW.
43:38Modular & EurorackJunkie XL on modular synthesis, part 1
A film composer's modular wall, explained from the ground up.
26:28Modular & EurorackAndrew Huang on getting started with modular
An enthusiastic and practical starting guide to modular.
14:50Synths & drum machinesHow to build a hardware synthesizer setup
Sensible advice on growing a hardware setup without chaos.
20:56Modular & EurorackBuilding a first patch in VCV Rack
Learn modular for free before buying any hardware.
11:24Synths & drum machinesArturia MicroBrute tips, part 2
Gets more from a small, popular analogue synth.
16:21Synths & drum machinesMaking bass sounds on the MicroBrute
The bass techniques work on any mono synth.
16:09Grooveboxes & hardware samplersHow a Volca setup is connected
Useful if you're wiring several small boxes together.
17:06Modular & EurorackModular synthesis explained
A clear, enthusiastic overview from a good teacher.
13:37Synths & drum machinesAn easy way to record your synths
Gets hardware into your DAW without fuss.
22:51Guitars, keys & other instrumentsFinger drumming realistic drums on a keyboard
Makes programmed drums sound played.
37:06Grooveboxes & hardware samplersDigitakt resampling in depth
A real working process, step by step.
24:47Grooveboxes & hardware samplersSixteen advanced Digitakt ideas
For Digitakt owners who know the basics.
13:09Grooveboxes & hardware samplersHow to sample on the Digitakt
A gentle start on the Digitakt's sampler.
10:36Modular & EurorackLearn to patch a modular synth
A clear first patching lesson.
3:18Modular & EurorackCV, gate, trigger and MIDI
The four signal types a modular newcomer needs first.
7:04Synths & drum machinesConnecting MIDI hardware to a computer studio
A practical hybrid-studio setup guide.
18:03Synths & drum machinesBuying your first drum machine
Helps you choose before you spend.
1:28:33Grooveboxes & hardware samplersDigitakt mega tutorial
A reference you can return to, chapter by chapter.
52:03Modular & EurorackAn introductory modular synth class
A classroom-paced introduction to modular from a recording school.
11:54Guitars, keys & other instrumentsWhere an electric guitar's tone really comes from, tested
A careful experiment that tests gear folklore instead of repeating it, and a useful lesson in listening tests for anyone who records guitar.
19:47Guitars, keys & other instrumentsA finger drumming workshop
Learn from one of the best-known finger drummers.
1:05:15Grooveboxes & hardware samplersA beginner's guide to Elektron workflow
A full reference for new Elektron users.
16:18Synths & drum machinesMono versus poly synths
Helps you pick the right kind of synth.
1:21:09Grooveboxes & hardware samplersDroning on the Digitone
Slow, meditative sound design.
17:22Grooveboxes & hardware samplersDigitakt trig types for evolving patterns
Shows the Digitakt is more than a drum machine.
4:05Grooveboxes & hardware samplersLive looping on the OP-1
See how much one small box can do.
11:27Guitars, keys & other instrumentsThe Commodordion
A joyful piece of instrument building.
29:53Guitars, keys & other instrumentsExploring a five-storey pipe organ
A fascinating look inside a giant instrument.
14:28Synths & drum machinesA drone on the Analog Four
A relaxed, practical patch walkthrough.
28:18Grooveboxes & hardware samplersOctatrack sample tricks
Practical Octatrack ideas.
7:30Grooveboxes & hardware samplersOctatrack MKII advanced sampling
An expert guide to a deep sampler.
10:55Modular & EurorackSynthesis with Eurorack
Learn synthesis and modular at once.
35:23Grooveboxes & hardware samplersSound design on the Digitone
Real FM sound design on hardware.
25:25Synths & drum machinesSetting up a hardware synth in Ableton
Gets hardware into an Ableton set cleanly.
15:51Guitars, keys & other instrumentsRescuing a whole church organ
A delightful instrument story.
1:11:18Grooveboxes & hardware samplersJulia Bondar's compact techno setup
A thoughtfully designed live rig, explained.
4:43Grooveboxes & hardware samplersRecording audio tracks on the MPC
Covers an MPC feature many miss.
22:40Synths & drum machinesSequencing and syncing fifteen synths
A practical model for a big hardware setup.
19:08Grooveboxes & hardware samplersWorkarounds for Elektron boxes
Gets around common Elektron limits.
14:15Grooveboxes & hardware samplersHow one producer uses the Digitakt
A real-world Digitakt routine.
3:38Modular & EurorackHow to start a modular system
Advice before you buy your first modules.
8:45Modular & EurorackEurorack for beginners, part 2
Saves money on early module choices.
20:13Grooveboxes & hardware samplersDigitakt quickstart for beginners
A clear first guide.
2:54Grooveboxes & hardware samplersOctatrack: sets, audio pool and projects
The official start to a notoriously deep sampler.
6:07Synths & drum machinesTen classic TR-808 patterns
Hear the beats behind famous songs.
4:52Modular & EurorackEurorack for beginners, part 1
A gentle start to modular.
15:58Synths & drum machinesChoosing a first hardware synth under $1000
Helps you narrow the field.
3:10Modular & EurorackWhat is a modular synth?
A three-minute first answer.
19:53Modular & EurorackCardinal: a free modular synth plugin
Modular for free inside any DAW.
7:01Synths & drum machinesPink Floyd's "On the Run" on a Moog
A classic synth part rebuilt.
30:41Grooveboxes & hardware samplersThe Octatrack eight years on
An honest look at whether a famously deep sampler still earns its place.
25:02Modular & EurorackMake Noise Maths: 22 uses
Shows why one module ends up in so many cases.
4:42Synths & drum machinesFamous TR-808 drum beats
Hear the original box play the beats it became famous for.
1:34:58Grooveboxes & hardware samplersDigitone mega tutorial
A thorough reference for a deep instrument.
29:28Modular & EurorackAn introduction to generative music on modular
A clear route into self-playing patches.