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 ...

Over the past month, I had the pleasure of leading an intensive electronic music workshop designed for children aged 8 to 12. The experience blended education, creativity, and play into a vibrant and engaging learning environment. At the core of this journey was the EP–133 K.O. II by Teenage Engineering, a compact and powerful sampler/sequencer that turned out to be the perfect tool for ...

As a music producer and artist, I’ve always sought tools that not only spark creativity but also integrate seamlessly into my workflow. The Polyend Play+ is one such instrument—a groovebox that has redefined how I approach music creation by merging intuitive design with powerful sound-shaping capabilities. From the moment I powered on the Play+, I was struck by its immediate playability. The ...

When I unboxed the OP-XY a week ago, I never imagined it would become the lightning bolt that shook up my creative routine. Yet, in just seven days, this device has completely transformed how I produce music, unlocking a flow of ideas I thought had been buried under years of plugins, presets, and repetitive loops. Here’s a detailed account of how it reprogrammed my musical brain. Day 1: ...