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The Digital Lifestyle Show

Each week we release a new edition of The Digital Lifestyle Show a weekly podcast looking at the latest digital lifestyle news from the tech world. We talk Windows 10, Smart Home, Mixed Reality, apps and more!

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33:44

U6 MIDI Pro Review + Smart Home Automation & AI Chat...

The Digital Lifestyle Show ·

2025/10/22

Gary’s back! In this week’s episode, we catch up on smart home gadgets, MIDI gear, automation tools, and even dive into the world of AI and home assistants. Ian shows off the U6 MIDI Pro, Gary reviews Sonoff’s latest smart home gear, and the pair talk about AI voices, Wi-Fi presence detection, and much more. 👉 Subscribe for more weekly episodes covering smart home tech, MIDI, EVs, synths, and all things digital lifestyle! ⏱️ Timestamps 00:00 – Introduction & Gary’s return 00:50 – Catching up on

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Underrated Synths You Need to Hear: DW-8000, Alpha...

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2025/09/04

This week, Ian sits down with Alex Dalliance (aka Vulture Culture) to shine a light on the analog synths that deserve way more love. From the gritty charm of the DW-8000 to the overlooked brilliance of the Alpha Juno 2, we dig into the gear that delivers serious tone without the boutique price tag. If you’re tired of hearing about the same five synths over and over, this episode is your antidote. We cover real-world usability, sonic character, and why limitations can be a creative superpower. ⏱️

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46:49

Gadgets, Smart Home, Synth Sounds & My New Album |...

The Digital Lifestyle Show ·

2025/08/21

Coming Up This Week on The Digital Lifestyle Show 🎧 This week, Ian and Garry catch up on the latest in gadgets, smart home tech, EVs, music projects, and more. From new portable chargers and Surface devices to custom synth sound packs and Ian’s brand-new album, there’s plenty to dive into! 📌 Don’t forget to like, subscribe, and leave a comment if you’re enjoying the show. ⏱️ Timestamps 00:00 – Introduction & what’s coming up 01:06 – Testing new portable chargers 08:07 – Smart sensors & lighting

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51:44

Synth Chat Podcast – Episode: Marc Barnes on Sound...

The Digital Lifestyle Show ·

2025/08/15

This week on the Synth Chat Podcast, Ian catches up with Scottish sound designer and musician Marc Barnes. Marc returns to talk about his latest Korg Multi/Poly and Wavestate sound packs, programming tips, and his thoughts on the creative process. We dive deep into sampling workflows, vintage synths, and even the challenges of producing other artists’ music. From the underrated DW-8000 to the TX7, from SampleRobot tips to full album mastering, this is a wide-ranging discussion packed with useful

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58:57

TDL Synth Chat – Interview with Chileas: From Hip-Hop...

The Digital Lifestyle Show ·

2025/07/23

This week on TDL Synth Chat, I’m joined by Chileas, a producer and synth lover from France, whose musical journey has taken him from beat-making in Paris to building a studio full of classic synths and exploring synth-pop sounds. We chat about his early days in a hip-hop scene full of samplers and soul records, and how that eventually led him to the world of analog synthesizers. From the MicroKorg to the Korg DW-8000, Casio CZ series, and classics like the DX7, D-50, and M1, Chileas shares how each

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51:06

AI in Music, Smart Homes & Synth Design – Creative or...

The Digital Lifestyle Show ·

2025/06/25

This week on The Digital Lifestyle Show, Ian and Garry are back with a deep-dive discussion after a string of great guest episodes. From the creative impact of AI to hands-on synth sound design and smart home automation hacks — it’s a wide-ranging conversation packed with insights, demos, and gear tips. 🎧 In This Episode AI in Music Creation Can AI truly be creative? Or is it just cleverly copying? Ian and Garry explore the impact of AI-generated lyrics, music, and vocals — and how prompt

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58:45

Hacking the Korg DW8000 with Thomas Jansson

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2025/06/11

n this episode, we dive deep into the world of vintage synth firmware hacking with Thomas Jansson. Thomas has been developing new firmware for the classic 1986 Korg DW8000 synthesizer, adding features like enhanced unison detune, expanded filter resolution, random LFOs, and new modulation destinations — all while preserving the synth’s vintage character. We also explore Thomas' background in music, his love of Commodore 64 and Amiga computers, SID chip programming, trackers, and chip tunes. Hear how

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45:57

Exploring the Octave Cat with James Brennan

The Digital Lifestyle Show ·

2025/05/21

🎙️ This Week on the Show: Exploring the Octave Cat with James Brennan James Brennan is back! Following his popular appearance discussing the Polyvox, James returns to dive deep into another quirky classic – the Octave Cat analog synthesizer. In this episode, we explore the history of Octave Electronics, how the Cat compares to synths like the ARP Odyssey and Minimoog, and what makes this rare monosynth so unique. James also shares a fascinating story about acquiring and restoring his Cat, explains

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51:13

TDL Synth Chat: Peter Taipei on Synths, Samplers &...

The Digital Lifestyle Show ·

2025/05/14

This week I'm joined by musician and synth aficionado Peter Taipei for a deep dive into decades of gear, sound design, and creative inspiration. From his early days on the Roland JX-10 and Yamaha RY30 to sampling with EMU samplers, gigging with the Virus TI, and exploring granular synthesis, Peter shares insights from his journey blending guitars and synths in both hardware and DAW-based setups. We also chat about: The charm and power of the Korg Modwave Recreating classic sounds with Behringer

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53:42

TDL Synth Chat – Episode with Beat Zimmermann

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2025/04/30

: 🎹 TDL Synth Chat – Episode with Beat Zimmermann This week on TDL Synth Chat, Ian Dixon is joined by keyboardist, composer, and producer Beat Zimmermann for a deep dive into music, synths, and an exciting upcoming project. Beat shares his journey from classical piano training to jazz and fusion, his early passion for synthesizers, and his impressive collection of gear through the decades—from DX7s to JX-3Ps and beyond. They explore the evolution of live performance setups, the shift from hardware

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56:08

From OP-1 to Take 5: Synth Chat with Seth Weisfeld

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2025/04/24

🎧 Synth Chat with Seth | From Teenage Engineering to Take 5 and Beyond 🎹 Welcome to this week’s episode of The Synth Show! Ian chats with Seth Weisfeld —a product designer, synth enthusiast, and founder of Function Health—about his synth journey, gear picks, and design philosophy. Seth shares how his background at Facebook shaped his views on user experience in synths, why he’s drawn to the OP-1 and Hydrasynth, and how he’s chasing the perfect balance of playability and depth. We dive deep into

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55:51

Soviet Synth Secrets: The Polyvox Deep Dive with...

The Digital Lifestyle Show ·

2025/04/09

In this episode of TDL Synthchat, we dive into the world of Soviet-era synthesizers with special guest James Brennan. We explore the legendary Polyvox, a raw and aggressive analog synth known for its powerful filter and Cold War aesthetic. James shares his journey into electronic music, how he acquired his Polyvox from Ukraine, and the quirks that make this synth a unique piece of history. We also discuss the broader landscape of vintage synth collecting, the resurgence of analog gear, and modern

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26:26

Exploring AI, Smart Homes, and Music: A Catch-Up with...

The Digital Lifestyle Show ·

2025/03/26

In this episode,Ian DixonandGarry Whittaker catch up on various topics, including recent music interviews, travel experiences, and the efficiency of charging networks. They discuss Ripple's receivership and its impact on investors, as well as Garry's home projects like a rain sensor with impressive battery life. Ian shares his work on programming drum machines and recreating sounds from various artists, while Garry talks about AI integration in his smart home system. They also touch on the latest

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59:54

Behind the Sounds: Mark Pigott on Synthesis,...

The Digital Lifestyle Show ·

2025/03/12

Welcome to this week’s podcast! TDL Show #978 On the show this week, we are joined by Mark Pigott, sound designer and musician, to talk about his love of sound design. Mark has created many video tutorials on using the Waldorf Blofeld, Korg Modwave, and Korg Multi/Poly. We discuss how he got into synthesis, the art of programming wavetable synths, and much more!

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57:30

Dive into Synth Modulation with Peter 'Ski' Schwartz

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2025/03/05

This week on the TDL Show, we have a synth modulation master class from Peter “Ski” Schwartz, an expert sound designer and the creator of many classic synth sounds, including many of the presets on Korg synths like the Wavestation, Z1, Modwave, and the Multi/Poly. Using Modwave Native, Peter explains the principles of synth modulation and how you can use the Mod Processors on synths like the Modwave, Wavestate, and Multi/Poly to create rich and evolving sounds. Peter knows all the tricks and gives

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47:52

Enhance Your Home Security and Explore Vintage Synth...

The Digital Lifestyle Show ·

2025/02/26

TDL Show #976 Welcome to this week’s TDL Show! Garry talks about low-cost home security cameras and how to integrate them into your home security system. I explore a new plugin that recreates the classic Jen SX1000 and compare it to my own Jen. I also discuss the new MIDI stack in Windows 11 and revisit my old Korg NX5R. Plus, I launch my new community sound bank project and much more! Links from this week’s show: Join the Multi/Poly, Modwave & Wavestate Community Sound Bank Project! Mastering

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52:02

MarQ Speck on 50 Years of SWEET CRYSTAL & Synth...

The Digital Lifestyle Show ·

2025/02/19

TDL Show #975 Welcome to this week’s Synth Chat! This week on the show, I’m joined by keyboard player MarQ Speck from SWEET CRYSTAL. He’s celebrating 50 years with the group and has played an incredible range of synths over the years. We discuss his journey, from starting out with organs to acquiring his first Minimoog and other classic synths. We also talk about the regret of letting go of potential classics and the differences between studio needs and live performance requirements. Plus, we dive

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Synth Stories: Building a Vintage Collection with...

The Digital Lifestyle Show ·

2025/01/23

Welcome to This Week’s Show! This week, I’m joined by musician, synth collector, and YouTuber Alex Dalliance, also known as Vulture Culture. Alex has an incredible YouTube channel and a thriving community centered around vintage synthesizers. Alex regularly hosts a weekly YouTube live stream where he dives deep into the world of vintage and modern synths, sharing his expertise and passion with fans and fellow enthusiasts. In this episode, we chat about Alex’s journey into music, his first vintage

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51:11

2025 Begins: Korg Multi/Poly, 360 Cameras, and Smart...

The Digital Lifestyle Show ·

2025/01/09

Welcome to our first show of 2025! This week, Garry and I discuss what we're looking forward to this year, the latest news from CES, and exciting developments in music tech. I share details about my new Korg Multi/Poly, Garry dives into the world of 360 cameras, and we explore the latest trends in smart home technology. Links from this week’s show: · Exploring Analog Synth Samples on the Modwave and Wavestate · Mastering Pitch Lanes: Unlock New Sonic Possibilities on the Korg Modwave, Wavestate,

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59:49

Behind the Keys: Vintage Synths and Genesis Sounds...

The Digital Lifestyle Show ·

2024/12/12

This week on the TDL Show, I am joined by Matt Thomas to talk about playing in a Genesis tribute band. Matt has an amazing collection of vintage synths that he uses in Genesis shows. We discuss his setup and how he has transcribed all the parts for his performances. Matt also has a brilliant YouTube channel where he explains how to recreate the complex parts of Tony Banks' performances and how to reproduce the sounds he uses on both old and new synths. It’s a brilliant hour of synth and Genesis

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