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Akai Advance

Online Course
Akai Advance 101

Learn Akai Advance

Akai Advance is a MIDI controller and software combination that integrates seamlessly with any plugin. Join Matt Vanacoro as he explains this keyboard and the VIP software and see how it changes the way you access and perform your virtual instruments!
Jun. 3, 2015

Behringer

Online Course
Behringer 2600 101

Behringer 2600 In Depth

The Behringer 2600 is a faithful replication of the legendary ARP 2600 synthesizer, in a smaller format and with modern features added in. Watch this in-depth course now, and learn everything you need to know about this semi-modular monster!
Feb. 18, 2021

Blocks (ROLI)

Online Course
Roli Blocks 101

Making Music with Blocks

ROLI's Blocks are expressive modular instruments that can be combined to suit your musical needs. Join Matt Vanacoro in this hands-on course, and discover how to get the most out of these beautiful music-making devices.
Aug. 12, 2018

Buchla

Circuit (Novation)

DeepMind

Online Course
Behringer 101

DeepMind 12: Explained and Explored

Behringer's DeepMind 12 offers a lot of sonic possibilities at a very attractive tag price. As the name suggests, this synth is deep, so dive into this inspiring course, and see what Behringer's DeepMind synths are all about!
Sep. 27, 2017

DrumBrute

Online Course
Arturia DrumBrute 101

DrumBrute - Make Beats Now!

With its 100% analog drum sounds and intuitive step sequencer, Arturia's DrumBrute packs some impressive features. And it sounds huge! Join producer and trainer Multiplier in this course, and take your beat making to the next level!
Jan. 17, 2018

Electribe

Online Course
Korg Electribe 101

Getting Started With Electribe

With the Electribe 2 and Electribe 2 Sampler, Korg has taken tabletop workstations to a whole new level. Watch this 21-tutorial course by electronic artist G.W. Childs, and learn how to get funky with these colorful grooveboxes!
Mar. 9, 2017

Elektron

Eurorack Modular

Keyboard Techniques

Online Course
Keyboard Techniques 201

Advanced Keyboard Techniques for Producers

If you're a music producer looking to sharpen your keyboard skills, this course is made for you! Dive into some advanced keyboard techniques with experienced piano teacher Matt Vanacoro, and get ready to unlock new ideas for your music productions.
Nov. 9, 2021

Komplete Kontrol

Kore

Online Course
Native Instruments 101

Core NI KORE

Watch as Scott Freiman shows you how to use the Native Instruments super-synth, KORE.
Sep. 28, 2008

Kronos

Launchpad Pro

Line 6 Helix

Online Course
Line 6 Helix 101

Helix Explored: The Pedalboard and Plugin

Line 6's Helix guitar processors recreates amps, cabs, mics, and effects for authentic and responsive guitar tones. Join trainer and multi-instrumentalist Matt Vanacoro in this course, and get ready to ROCK with the new standard of guitar processing!
Apr. 19, 2020

Make Noise

Maschine

MatrixBrute

Minilogue

Moog

Moog Grandmother

Online Course
Moog Grandmother 101

Explained and Explored

The Grandmother is a powerful 2-oscillator monophonic semi-modular analog synth from Moog. Join expert trainer Rishabh Rajan to get the wisdom and inspiration you need to make the most out of this new (but already venerable) synth!
Dec. 9, 2018

Moog Matriarch

Online Course
Moog Matriarch 101

Moog Matriarch: The Video Manual

The Matriarch is the matron of Moog's semi-modular family of analog synthesizers! Learn to use this semi-modular patchable 4-note paraphonic synthesizer with synthesis master Rishabh Rajan.
Feb. 13, 2020

Moog Minimoog

Online Course
Minimoog 101

Minimoog Model D - Explained and Explored

The Minimoog Model D is back and we've created this course to show you what's new, what's the same and how this updated version of this classic, 70s synth works! So learn everything about the Minimoog with Rishabh Rajan.
Sep. 27, 2016

Moog Model 15

Online Course
Moog Model 15 101

Moog Model 15 Video Guide

This course, by Rishabh Rajan, is a must-watch for anyone into modular synths and Moogs! Learn the Moog Model 15 app, synthesis, voltage control and all those virtual vintage Moog modules in this 20-tutorial course!
Aug. 10, 2016

Moog Sub 37

Online Course
Moog Sub 37 101

Master the Moog

The Moog Sub 37, built on the Sub Phatty sound engine, is a powerful synth. Learn every detail of this gritty little Moog as explained by keyboardist and trainer Matt Vanacoro. It's your Sub 37 video user manual!
Jan. 17, 2016

MPC

Nautilus

Online Course
Korg Nautilus 101

Korg Nautilus Video Manual

Korg's Nautilus is a powerful workstation packed with unlimited sonic potential. Watch this course by Matt Vanacoro and learn everything you need to know to start producing great sounds with Nautilus!
Sep. 24, 2021

OP-Z

Online Course
Teenage Engineering 104

The OP-Z Explored

Teenage Engineering's OP-Z is a very unique multimedia sequencer and synthesizer. Learn how to use this creative portable device in this course by synth expert Thavius Beck!
May. 31, 2019

opsix

Online Course

Korg opsix 101

Korg opsix Video Manual

Korgs opsix is an altered six-operator digital synth that goes way beyond traditional FM synthesis. Watch this "video manual" by synth expert Rishabh Rajan, and learn to bring new sounds and ideas to your music productions with this unique synth from Korg.

Oct. 30, 2021

Peak (Novation)

Online Course
Novation Peak 101

Explained and Explored

Novation's Peak synth is a real powerhouse in a compact desktop form. Watch this course by synthesis expert Rishabh Rajan, and learn to master this fantastic Analog/Digital hybrid polysynth!
Aug. 1, 2017

Phenol (Kilpatrick)

Online Course
Kilpatrick 101

Introducing the Phenol

Every once in a while, a very cool synth passes our way and we just really want to show you how it works. Meet the Kickstarter success, Kilpatrick Phenol patchable synth, and watch Rishabh Rajan show you what it's all about.
Oct. 3, 2016

Pocket Operator

Online Course

Pocket Operator 101

PO-32 Tonic Explored

Don't be fooled by its small size. Teenage Engineering's PO-32 Tonic packs a lot of punch... and then some! Watch this course and see how to get the most out of this "pocket"-size, beat-making powerhouse.

May. 29, 2017

Polyend Tracker

Online Course
Polyend Tracker 101

Polyend Tracker Beginner's Guide

The Polyend Tracker is the first hardware tracker ever created. Watch this course to discover every feature of this unique standalone workstation, and get "tracking" with trainer and music producer Nigel Broad!
Nov. 10, 2022

Prologue

Online Course
Korg Prologue 101

Korg Prologue Video Manual

The Korg Prologue offers unique features not found on any other synth. Learn everything about this analog monster with keyboardist and trainer Matt Vanacoro... and take your sound design skills to the next level!
Apr. 11, 2019

Prophet

Online Course
Prophet 6 101

Prophet 6 Revealed

Rich-sounding analog electronics, enclosed in a beautiful wooden instrument, sound like a dream come true! Welcome Dave Smith's Prophet 6! This 32-tutorial course reveals how this exciting new synth works!
Sep. 21, 2015

Push

Roland Boutique

Roland PLUG-OUT

Online Course

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Roland PLUG-OUTS 101

Roland PLUG-OUTS Revealed

Roland PLUG-OUTS are digital versions of their classic hardware synths. Join synth maestro Rishabh Rajan and learn what synthesis on these awesome instruments is all about!
Nov. 9, 2015

Roland SP-404 MKII

Online Course
Roland SP-404 MKII 101

Roland SP-404 MKII Creative Sampling

The Roland SP-404 MK2 is the ultimate creative sampler. Unlock the limitless creative possibilities of this popular sampling device in this fun and comprehensive course, by teacher and producer Thavius Beck.
Jul. 1, 2023

Roland System 8

Online Course
Roland SYSTEM-8 101

SYSTEM-8 Explained and Explored

We've been getting a lot of requests for a course/manual on the Roland SYSTEM-8 and it's easy to see why: This little synth is killer. So we asked our synth guy and trainer, Rishabh Rajan, to develop this course. Watch it now!
Jan. 16, 2017

Roland V-Drums

Online Course
V-Drums 101

V-Drums Explained and Explored

Electronic drum kits, like the Roland V-Drums, are everywhere in modern music productions. Join trainer Matt Vanacoro in this course, and learn how to best integrate these amazing instruments in your music production setup.
Oct. 2, 2019

volca

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