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/r/synthesizers Poll of 2018
Resident Advisor Disable Comments
Behringer Plan 40 Eurorack Modules
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We turn our finely-tuned cynics' eyes towards /r/synthesizers' gear review of 2018, discuss the recent Resident Advisor comments section shutdown, and speculate on Behringer's 40 upcoming Eurorack modules.
IN THIS EPISODE /r/synthesizers Poll of 2018 Resident Advisor Disable Comments Behringer Plan 40 Eurorack Modules
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