When I first brought the Perkons HD-01 by Erica Synths into my studio, I didn’t quite know what to expect. I was aware of its reputation — that sonic brutality, the sharp-edged design, the power of its hybrid synthesis — but it was only after turning it on, touching it, listening to it, that I realized it wasn’t just a drum machine: it was a living presence in my setup, something that pushed ...

As a music producer and visual artist, the creative space around me is never neutral. Every object, every shape, every light source influences the flow. That’s why the upcoming collaboration between LEXON and Jeff Koons, launching in October 2025, immediately caught my attention. This isn’t just a product release. It’s a curated collision between functional design and contemporary art. The ...

It’s not every day that a firmware update completely transforms a piece of gear. But that’s exactly what’s happened with the Torso Electronics S-4. A machine that once felt like a promising sketch has now become a fully realized instrument—alive, expressive, and deeply musical. And with Firmware 2.0 officially releasing on June 17, I can say with confidence: this is the update that unlocks ...