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SHIK N32B Slim Guide
A guide series for the SHIK N32B Slim MIDI controller, based on tutorial videos and the manual.
Created: 2026/04/05 | Updated: 2026/04/08

OXI ONE MKII Guide
A guide series for the OXI ONE MKII sequencer, following the official tutorial videos.
Created: 2026/03/05 | Updated: 2026/04/04

Modular Synth Power Supply Basics
A series covering modular synth power supplies, from basics to practical applications.
Created: 2025/03/15 | Updated: 2025/03/30

DIY Kit Basics
A series on synth DIY and DIY kits, covering essential tools and foundational knowledge.
Created: 2024/08/03 | Updated: 2024/08/07

Build Guides
Detailed assembly instructions for Takazudo Modular products.
Created: 2025/08/12 | Updated: 2025/12/08

OXI ONE Guide
A guide to using the OXI ONE sequencer.
Created: 2023/10/24 | Updated: 2023/11/05

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Guide: SHIK Guide EP.3: Macro Setup and Practical Configuration
Practical setup examples using the N32B Slim's 4-macro system. Covers DAW control, hardware synth control, and how to make the most of copy & paste.
- # Guide
- # SHIK
- # MIDI
- # MIDI Controller

Guide: SHIK Guide EP.4: SysEx, MIDI Monitor & Advanced Features
A guide to the N32B Slim's System Exclusive settings, MIDI Monitor, Pick Up Mode, MIDI Learn, 14-bit CC, and other advanced features.
- # Guide
- # SHIK
- # MIDI
- # MIDI Controller

Guide: SHIK Guide EP.5: Preset Management and Live Use
Covers N32B Slim preset management, faceplate PDF export, live performance setup examples, and firmware updates.
- # Guide
- # SHIK
- # MIDI
- # MIDI Controller

Guide: SHIK Guide EP.2: The New Web Editor Overview
A walkthrough of the new SHIK N32B Slim web editor (v3.4.1) -- its layout, pages, and new features compared to the previous editor.
- # Guide
- # SHIK
- # MIDI
- # MIDI Controller

Guide: SHIK Guide EP.1: N32B Slim Editor Basics
A walkthrough of the SHIK N32B Slim MIDI controller's web editor, based on the official tutorial video.
- # Guide
- # SHIK
- # MIDI
- # MIDI Controller

Guide: OXI ONE MKII Guide EP.8: Matriceal Mode
EP.8 of the OXI ONE MKII guide series. Explore the 4-track independent Matriceal mode with its 10 lanes (Trig, Note, Interval, Pulses, Velocity, Octave, Gate, Probability, Retrigger, CV Glide) and learn how to combine multiple tracks.
- # Guide
- # OXI Instruments
- # OXI ONE
- # Sequencer

Guide: OXI ONE MKII Guide EP.7: Pattern Workflow
EP.7 of the OXI ONE MKII guide series. Learn about sequence page navigation, pattern length settings, loops, copy & paste, Follow mode, and more.
- # Guide
- # OXI Instruments
- # OXI ONE
- # Sequencer
- # Pattern
- # Workflow

Guide: OXI ONE MKII Guide EP.1: Getting the Big Picture
A guide series on the OXI ONE MKII. In EP.1, we cover the overall structure and basic operational flow of the OXI ONE MKII.
- # Guide
- # OXI Instruments
- # OXI ONE
- # Sequencer
- # MIDI
- # Modular Synthesizer

Guide: OXI ONE MKII Guide EP.2: Mastering Mono Mode
Episode 2 of the OXI ONE MKII guide series. A detailed walkthrough of Mono Mode — the most basic mode — covering everything from recording patterns to advanced techniques.
- # Guide
- # OXI Instruments
- # OXI ONE
- # Sequencer
- # MIDI
- # Modular Synthesizer
- # mono-mode

Guide: OXI ONE MKII Guide EP.3: Breathing Life into Patterns with Groove
Episode 3 of the OXI ONE MKII guide series. We cover the difference between Swing and Groove, how to use Groove templates, and how to create your own custom grooves.
- # Guide
- # OXI Instruments
- # OXI ONE
- # Sequencer
- # groove
- # swing

Guide: OXI ONE MKII Guide EP.4: A Deep Dive into the Accumulator
OXI ONE MKII guide series EP.4. A detailed look at the Mono Mode Accumulator feature, covering modes, Trig settings, logic conditions, Track Accumulation, and Poly Mode support.
- # Guide
- # OXI Instruments
- # OXI ONE
- # Sequencer
- # MIDI
- # Modular Synthesizer

Guide: OXI ONE MKII Guide EP.5: Chords and Performance with Poly Mode
EP.5 of the OXI ONE MKII guide series. Learn how to use Poly Mode with up to 7-note polyphony, and explore its chord performance features.
- # Guide
- # OXI Instruments
- # OXI ONE
- # Sequencer
- # poly
- # chord
- # arpeggiator

Guide: OXI ONE MKII Guide EP.6: Planting Creative Seeds with Random Generator
EP.6 of the OXI ONE MKII guide series. Learn how to generate musical patterns using Random Generator's seven parameters and additional tools.
- # Guide
- # OXI Instruments
- # OXI ONE
- # Sequencer
- # Random
- # Generative

Guide: 10BOX JuBako Assembly Guide
Detailed assembly instructions for 10BOX JuBako. Assembly guide for a DIY modular synth case.
- # Build Guide
- # Takazudo Modular
- # Case

Guide: zudo-block-40x2 / zudo-block-60x2 Assembly Guide
Detailed assembly instructions for zudo-block-40x2 and zudo-block-60x2. Assembly guide for the 40HP and 60HP expanded cases.
- # Build Guide
- # Takazudo Modular
- # Case

Guide: zudo-block-40 / zudo-block-60 Assembly Guide
Detailed assembly instructions for zudo-block-40 and zudo-block-60. Assembly guide for 40HP and 60HP cases.
- # Build Guide
- # Takazudo Modular
- # Case

Guide: zudo-block-60 Open Assembly Guide
Detailed assembly instructions for zudo-block-60 Open with video guide. Assembly guide for the 60HP enclosure-free frame kit.
- # Build Guide
- # Takazudo Modular
- # Case

Guide: zudo-rail Assembly Guide
Detailed assembly instructions for zudo-rail. Assembly guide covering all variations: 40HP/60HP sizes and Lite/Nuts/Dual/Metal rail types.
- # Build Guide
- # Takazudo Modular
- # Rail

Guide: Modular Synth Power Supply Intro: Part 4
A guide for those wondering about modular synth power supplies. Part 4 covering PSU rated current and what happens when you exceed capacity.
- # Guide
- # Modular Synthesizer
- # Power Supply

Guide: Modular Synth Power Supply Intro: Part 3
A guide for those wondering about modular synth power supplies. Part 3 covering current draw and module power consumption.
- # Guide
- # Modular Synthesizer
- # Power Supply

Guide: Modular Synth Power Supply Intro: Part 2
A guide for those wondering about modular synth power supplies. Part 2 covering +5V voltage, cases, bus boards, and AC adapters.
- # Guide
- # Modular Synthesizer
- # Power Supply

Guide: Modular Synth Power Supply Intro: Part 1
A guide for those wondering about modular synth power supplies. Do I really understand how this works? Is it okay to just use it without fully knowing? This article addresses those concerns.
- # Guide
- # Modular Synthesizer
- # Power Supply

Guide: Tools Needed for Synth DIY
An explanation of the tools needed for synth DIY. What does soldering involve? What else do you need besides a soldering iron? A column for those with such questions.
- # Guide
- # Modular Synthesizer
- # DIY
- # Tools

Guide: Synth DIY and DIY Kits
An explanation of synth DIY and DIY kits. For those wondering what it means to DIY a synth and what DIY kits are, this article provides an introduction.
- # Guide
- # Modular Synthesizer
- # DIY
- # DIY Kit

Guide: OXI ONE Guide Part 2: Loop Range, Long Sequences, and More
OXI ONE guide series. This second installment covers loop range settings, long sequence configuration, and more.
- # Guide
- # OXI Instruments
- # OXI ONE
- # Sequencer
- # MIDI
- # DTM
- # Modular Synthesizer

Guide: OXI ONE Guide Part 1: Global Settings and Mono Mode
OXI ONE guide series. This first installment covers global settings and basic Mono mode operation.
- # Guide
- # OXI Instruments
- # OXI ONE
- # Sequencer
- # MIDI
- # DTM
- # Modular Synthesizer