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SHIK Guide EP.3: Macro Setup and Practical Configuration

Guide: SHIK Guide EP.3: Macro Setup and Practical Configuration

Created: 2026/04/08

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
SHIK Guide EP.4: SysEx, MIDI Monitor & Advanced Features

Guide: SHIK Guide EP.4: SysEx, MIDI Monitor & Advanced Features

Created: 2026/04/08

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
SHIK Guide EP.5: Preset Management and Live Use

Guide: SHIK Guide EP.5: Preset Management and Live Use

Created: 2026/04/08

Covers N32B Slim preset management, faceplate PDF export, live performance setup examples, and firmware updates.

  • # Guide
  • # SHIK
  • # MIDI
  • # MIDI Controller
SHIK Guide EP.2: The New Web Editor Overview

Guide: SHIK Guide EP.2: The New Web Editor Overview

Created: 2026/04/07

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
SHIK Guide EP.1: N32B Slim Editor Basics

Guide: SHIK Guide EP.1: N32B Slim Editor Basics

Created: 2026/04/05 | Updated: 2026/04/07

A walkthrough of the SHIK N32B Slim MIDI controller's web editor, based on the official tutorial video.

  • # Guide
  • # SHIK
  • # MIDI
  • # MIDI Controller
OXI ONE MKII Guide EP.8: Matriceal Mode

Guide: OXI ONE MKII Guide EP.8: Matriceal Mode

Created: 2026/04/04

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
OXI ONE MKII Guide EP.7: Pattern Workflow

Guide: OXI ONE MKII Guide EP.7: Pattern Workflow

Created: 2026/04/01

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
OXI ONE MKII Guide EP.1: Getting the Big Picture

Guide: OXI ONE MKII Guide EP.1: Getting the Big Picture

Created: 2026/03/05

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
OXI ONE MKII Guide EP.2: Mastering Mono Mode

Guide: OXI ONE MKII Guide EP.2: Mastering Mono Mode

Created: 2026/03/05

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
OXI ONE MKII Guide EP.3: Breathing Life into Patterns with Groove

Guide: OXI ONE MKII Guide EP.3: Breathing Life into Patterns with Groove

Created: 2026/03/05

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
OXI ONE MKII Guide EP.4: A Deep Dive into the Accumulator

Guide: OXI ONE MKII Guide EP.4: A Deep Dive into the Accumulator

Created: 2026/03/05

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
OXI ONE MKII Guide EP.5: Chords and Performance with Poly Mode

Guide: OXI ONE MKII Guide EP.5: Chords and Performance with Poly Mode

Created: 2026/03/05

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
OXI ONE MKII Guide EP.6: Planting Creative Seeds with Random Generator

Guide: OXI ONE MKII Guide EP.6: Planting Creative Seeds with Random Generator

Created: 2026/03/05

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
10BOX JuBako Assembly Guide

Guide: 10BOX JuBako Assembly Guide

Created: 2025/12/08

Detailed assembly instructions for 10BOX JuBako. Assembly guide for a DIY modular synth case.

  • # Build Guide
  • # Takazudo Modular
  • # Case
zudo-block-40x2 / zudo-block-60x2 Assembly Guide

Guide: zudo-block-40x2 / zudo-block-60x2 Assembly Guide

Created: 2025/11/28

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
zudo-block-40 / zudo-block-60 Assembly Guide

Guide: zudo-block-40 / zudo-block-60 Assembly Guide

Created: 2025/08/12

Detailed assembly instructions for zudo-block-40 and zudo-block-60. Assembly guide for 40HP and 60HP cases.

  • # Build Guide
  • # Takazudo Modular
  • # Case
zudo-block-60 Open Assembly Guide

Guide: zudo-block-60 Open Assembly Guide

Created: 2025/08/12

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
zudo-rail Assembly Guide

Guide: zudo-rail Assembly Guide

Created: 2025/08/12 | Updated: 2025/09/14

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
Modular Synth Power Supply Intro: Part 4

Guide: Modular Synth Power Supply Intro: Part 4

Created: 2025/03/30

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
Modular Synth Power Supply Intro: Part 3

Guide: Modular Synth Power Supply Intro: Part 3

Created: 2025/03/25

A guide for those wondering about modular synth power supplies. Part 3 covering current draw and module power consumption.

  • # Guide
  • # Modular Synthesizer
  • # Power Supply
Modular Synth Power Supply Intro: Part 2

Guide: Modular Synth Power Supply Intro: Part 2

Created: 2025/03/17

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
Modular Synth Power Supply Intro: Part 1

Guide: Modular Synth Power Supply Intro: Part 1

Created: 2025/03/15

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
Tools Needed for Synth DIY

Guide: Tools Needed for Synth DIY

Created: 2024/08/07

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
Synth DIY and DIY Kits

Guide: Synth DIY and DIY Kits

Created: 2024/08/03

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
OXI ONE Guide Part 2: Loop Range, Long Sequences, and More

Guide: OXI ONE Guide Part 2: Loop Range, Long Sequences, and More

Created: 2023/11/05

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
OXI ONE Guide Part 1: Global Settings and Mono Mode

Guide: OXI ONE Guide Part 1: Global Settings and Mono Mode

Created: 2023/10/24

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