Egyptian Lover shares his 5 favourite B-Sides (Electronic Beats TV)

Published on Jul 8, 2019 Telekom Electronic Beats

Pure 808 at 6:00, intro at 5:37. Love these, BTW. Great way to find some hidden gems.

"Greg Broussard a.k.a. Egyptian Lover is a pioneer of US electro and hip-hop. Since making history with his ‘80s singles, 'Egypt Egypt' and 'Freak-A-Holic,' Egyptian Lover has been tied with Roland’s TR-808 drum machine. Dig into Broussard’s record bag on this episode of B-Sides here on Telekom Electronic Beats TV.

Important Information:
„Due to media rights the song by Prince „Irresistible Bitch“ is blocked and can't be played on YouTube""

Stimming reviews IK Multimedia’s UNO Drum (Electronic Beats TV)

Published on Jul 1, 2019 Telekom Electronic Beats

"Our Telekom Electronic Beats TV’s resident gear expert, Martin Stimming returns to experiment with the IK Multimedia UNO Drum. The analog/PCM drum machine, made in collaboration with Italian manufacturer Soundmachines, has six true analog voices, 12 PCM voices with 54 samples and a 64-step sequencer. Let’s see what Stimming thinks of this budget-friendly machine for sale at just €289."

Mathew Jonson Presents His Synthesizer Favourites: Simmons SDS 800 (Electronic Beats TV)

Published on Jun 17, 2019 Telekom Electronic Beats

"In this episode of 'Mathew Jonson’s Synthesizer Favourites' here on Telekom Electronic Beats TV, our resident synth expert explores the Simmons SDS 800 Electronic Drums. Jonson takes a deep look into a classic piece of ‘80s budget gear. The analog drum synthesizer, released in 1984, works with four drum channels: bass, snare and two toms. The SDS 800’s cosmic sounds became a regular feature on countless reggae, disco and boogie tracks throughout the ‘80s and ‘90s."

Mathew Jonson's Synthesizer Favourites: Roland SH-5 (Electronic Beats TV)

Premiered 10 hours ago Telekom Electronic Beats

"In this episode of Mathew Jonson’s Synthesizer Favourites for Telekom Electronic Beats TV, the renowned synth lover presents the Roland SH-5, explaining in vivid detail why he’s so fond of this classic monophonic machine. Manufactured from 1976 to 1981, the SH-5’s flexibility makes it a perfect tool for electronic music. Now an extremely rare find (with prices to match), the SH-5 is considered one of the best analogue synthesizers ever built by astute gear heads."

John Tejada on his studio set-up (Electronic Beats TV)

Published on Apr 29, 2019 Telekom Electronic Beats

"John Tejada is one of the most respected electronic music producers in the states. Born in Vienna, but living in California since he was a very young age, he has been exploring the hinterlands between techno and house for over two decades, releasing records on his own Palette Recordings, Poker Flat, 7th City and KOMPAKT. Tejada brings a sumptuous swing and texture to his work all of his very own – partly, perhaps, the result of his mixed use of hard- and software and instinct-driven approach. In this look at his studio set-up, shot in his space in LA, he tells Telekom Electronic Beats TV why it all comes down to putting the sound in the right place."

Mathew Jonson Presents His Synthesizer Favourites: Sequential Pro One (Electronic Beats TV)

Published on Oct 8, 2018 Telekom Electronic Beats

"Mathew Jonson is back for his next in-depth look at his all-time favourite synthesizers, shining a spotlight on the Sequential Pro One for Telekom Electronic Beats TV. A classic from 1981 that’s still widely sought after to this day, it’s a flexible piece of hardware that saw Sequential successfully reworking their existing Prophet 5 into a compact and affordable monophonic unit."

Mathew Jonson Presents His Synthesizer Favourites: Roland JX-3P (EB.TV)

Published on Sep 3, 2018 Telekom Electronic Beats

"Resident synth expert Mathew Jonson is back for his next exploration of his favourite synthesizers for Telekom Electronic Beats TV, with an underrated Roland up next for a closer look. Considered somewhat of a hidden synth treasure, the JX-3P was Roland’s first midi-equipped unit and boasts an onboard 128-step sequencer."

CYRK Share the Hardware Heaven of Their Berlin Studio (EB.TV Tech Talk)

Published on Aug 20, 2018 Telekom Electronic Beats

"CYRK are Berlin-based live performers and producers who are self-professed “hardware geeks” and the latest to give a 'Tech Talk' on Telekom Electronic Beats TV. Members Sierra Sam and Pascal Hetzel detail why they’ve chosen a modular synthesizer setup, how live improvisation feeds into their productions plus how their hardware-heavy setup interacts with Ableton Live."

Stimming Reviews Arturia's DrumBrute Impact (EB.TV)

Published on Jul 24, 2018 Telekom Electronic Beats

"French tech provider Arturia has unveiled its new DrumBrute Impact, and we’ve tapped Stimming to put this exciting new piece of analogue gear through its paces. Find out what he has to say about this powerful and affordable new machine that draws on the legacy of Arturia’s original DrumBrute unit."

Mathew Jonson Presents His Synthesizer Favourites: Yamaha CS-60 (EB.TV)

Published on Jul 9, 2018 Telekom Electronic Beats

Great demo and overview video of the Yamaha CS60.

"Savvy synth expert Mathew Jonson returns for the next instalment of his deep dive into electronic music’s classic synthesizers for Telekom Electronic Beats TV, with a vintage Yamaha model next up for examination. First released in 1977, discover why the CS-60 grew to become a cult favourite for synthesizer fanatics."

You can find additional posts featuring Mathew Jonson here.

Inside: Verbos Electronics (EB.TV)

Published on Jul 3, 2018 Telekom Electronic Beats

"Berlin-based Verbos Electronics is renowned for the modules it produces for synthesizer enthusiasts, founded by US techno veteran Mark Verbos, and it is the latest to be paid a visit for ‘Inside’ on Telekom Electronic Beats TV. Verbos Electronics’ founder details how his experience creating ‘90s techno inspired the company’s beginning, as well as discussing the mentality behind the renowned products it provides to the modular synth community."

Mathew Jonson Presents His Synthesizer Favourites: Roland SH-101

Published on May 28, 2018 Telekom Electronic Beats

"Mathew Jonson is one of techno’s most distinct artists and live performers, and a pro when it comes to synthesizers, and here explores the Roland SH-101 as part of a brand new series on Telekom Electronic Beats TV. One of the most iconic synthesizers ever, Jonson’s experience with this Roland classic dates back to the mid-‘90s, and he discusses the basics in part one of our exploration of what makes the SH-101 so great."

Âme Showcase Their Berlin Studio (EB.TV Tech Talk)

Published on May 7, 2018 Telekom Electronic Beats

"Innervisions virtuosos Âme have their debut album ‘Dream House’ on the horizon, and to mark the occasion the duo’s Frank Wiedemann takes us on a tour of their stunning Berlin studio in a very special 'Tech Talk' on Telekom Electronic Beats TV. Get up close with the studio’s analogue-heavy setup as Wiedemann opens up about the creative process behind the album."

Synth spotting.

Anthony Rother’s Studio is a Modular Utopia (EB.TV Tech Talk)

Published on Apr 23, 2018 Telekom Electronic Beats

Some studio synth spotting with Anthony Rother.

"Anthony Rother has created forward-thinking electro since the ‘90s, the creative force behind the PSI49 Net and Datapunk labels and producing alongside Sven Väth and DJ Hell, and here invites us into his incredible studio in the latest 'Tech Talk' on Telekom Electronic Beats TV. Described by the veteran producer as a “big modular system”, Rother walks us through both his recording studio as well as the hardware-heavy jam space he uses to prepare for his live performances."

One To Watch: Daniel Bortz (EB.TV)

Published on Apr 16, 2018

"Daniel Bortz already has a solid discography behind him on labels like Suol, Innervisions and Permanent Vacation, with plenty more to come and he’s the latest to feature in ONE TO WATCH on Telekom Electronic Beats TV. Take a look into his studio in his Bavarian hometown of Augsburg, find out about his approach to producing plus his general creative mentality. For Bortz, techno is more than just a party, it’s also 'home, somehow a safe place to dwell.'"

Eurorack modulear, MFB Tanzbar & Tanzmaus, Akai MPC X, Arturi MicroBrute, Roland Jupiter-6, Clavia Nord Lead, Access Virus.

Inside: Erica Synths (EB.TV Feature)

Published on Apr 9, 2018 Telekom Electronic Beats

"Erica Synths is behind a huge number of beloved Eurorack module offerings, not to mention its famous Fusionbox and Acidbox units, and we popped over to its Latvian HQ for the latest instalment of ‘Inside’ on Telekom Electronic Beats TV.

Discover the history and philosophy of this dynamic company, the passion that informs their cherished synth modules, plus the exciting reveal we can look forward to standalone synthesizers from the company in the near future.

BONUS: For all the hardware enthusiasts out there, two extra performances were captured during the Erica Synths visit showing Latvian artists putting the Erica gear through its paces."

Live in Erica Synths Garage: Marta SmiLga

Published on Apr 9, 2018 Telekom Electronic Beats

"We visited the Latvian HQ of the beloved Erica Synths for the latest instalment of ‘Inside’ on Telekom Electronic Beats TV, and as a special treat for all the hardware enthusiasts out there, we were able to capture two modular performances of Latvian artists putting the gear through its paces. Here Marta SmiLga delivers some deep ambient melodies and atmospheric drone."

Live in Erica Synths Garage: Multilux

Published on Apr 9, 2018 Telekom Electronic Beats

"We visited the Latvian HQ of the beloved Erica Synths for the latest instalment of ‘Inside’ on Telekom Electronic Beats TV, and as a special treat for all the hardware enthusiasts out there, we were able to capture two super-cool performances of Latvian artists putting the gear through its paces. Here Multilux delivers a driving live set of deep acid techno."

Henning Baer showcases his setup (EB.TV Tech Talk)

Published on Apr 3, 2018 Telekom Electronic Beats

"Henning Baer is now a permanent fixture in Berlin techno, as a founding member of the Grounded Theory collective and here speaks of how his studio facilitates his creativity in the latest 'Tech Talk' on Telekom Electronic Beats TV. Whether it’s using his Elektron Octatrack as a hub to synchronise his gear, or deploying his E-RM Multiclock for linking up his midi elements, Baer shows how a 'flexible and tight' producing environment removes the barriers to creativity."

Italo Brutalo opens up his studio (EB.TV Tech Talk)

Published on Mar 5, 2018 Telekom Electronic Beats

"Italo Brutalo’s studio is an analogue utopia of synthesizers, drum machines and grooveboxes, which he's been collecting since he first began producing his italo-influenced sound in the mid-90s. Forever an advocate of taking the analogue road, Italo Brutalo talks tech and shows off his studio setup in the latest 'Tech Talk' on Telekom Electronic Beats TV."

Akai MPC3000, Roland Jupiter-8, Moog Minimoog, Studio Electronics SE-1, Yamaha RS7000, Access Virus, Roland TR-606, TR-808, and more.

Peter Van Hoesen reviews the Behringer Model D (EB.TV Review)

Published on Feb 13, 2018 Telekom Electronic Beats

"Techno stalwart Peter Van Hoesen puts the new Behringer Model D Analog Synthesizer through its paces for Telekom Electronic Beats TV and Bonedo.de. It’s one of the most talked about synths to arrive in recent months, but can it live up to its reputation as an affordable alternative to the legendary Minimoog synthesizer? Van Hoesen gives us the lowdown."

Inside: Vermona - Elektroakustische Manufaktur

Published on Jan 23, 2018 Telekom Electronic Beats

"Visit the Vermona Instruments HQ for a closer look at its famous synthesizers, drum machines and Eurorack modules, in the latest instalment of INSIDE on Telekom Electronic Beats TV. A true German classic with a fascinating heritage dating back to Soviet-era 1950s, Vermona is most well-known for its DRM-1 drum machine, while studio connoisseurs like Stimming have a fondness for its PERfourMER units."