This week we are not doing the usual Black Friday deal roundup.Instead we are taking a step back and talking honestly about something that affects all of us. GAS. Gear lust. The constant temptation to buy more just because everything is on sale.So today we are doing the opposite of a deal guide.We are talking about what we already have, why Black Friday plays on our insecurities as artists, and how to recognise when a purchase actually solves a real problem versus when it is just another distraction.Thanks to our Patrons who support what we do:Audionauts: Abby, Bendu, David Svrjcek, Josh Wittman, Paul Ledbrook, Matt Donatelli and Stephen SetzepfandtLars Haur - Audionaut ProducerJonathan Goode - Audionaut ProducerJoin the conversation:💌 [email protected] 🐤 Twitter @Audionautic📸 Instagram: @audionauticsounds📡Discord: https://discord.gg/DugxMMZsSunwarper: https://sunwarper.com​​​​​​Kh3rtis: https://kh3rtis.com00:00 - Intro02:00 - What We’re Up To14:00 - Why Black Friday Hits Us So Hard25:00 - The Difference Between Want vs Need32:00 - What Do We Actually Use?50:00 - Resisting GAS as a Community75:00 - The Psychology of Sales (FOMO, Scarcity, Identity)

This week we’re continuing our Artist Spotlight series with Sunwarper and his new album Today’s Traces: a meditative, ambient journey through memory, impermanence, and the emotional residue of everyday life.Today’s Traces captures the moments that slip between the bigger milestones, those fleeting in-between spaces that define who we are. It’s a record of warmth, stillness, and reflection.Check out Today's Traces here: https://sunwarper.bandcamp.com/album/todays-tracesThanks to our Patrons who support what we do:Audionauts: Abby, Bendu, David Svrjcek, Josh Wittman, Paul Ledbrook, Matt Donatelli and Stephen SetzepfandtLars Haur - Audionaut ProducerJonathan Goode - Audionaut ProducerJoin the conversation:💌 [email protected] 🐤 Twitter @Audionautic📸 Instagram: @audionauticsounds📡Discord: https://discord.gg/ZPagy7j8Sunwarper: https://sunwarper.com​​​​​​Kh3rtis: https://kh3rtis.com

This week we’re setting course for the cosmic and the technical.An artist spotlight on Kh3rtis and his stunning new album A Transdimensional Passage on a Mazonik Bao Chuan, a sprawling ambient voyage through chaos, order, loss, and renewal. We’ll unpack the textures, storytelling, and sound design behind one of the most evocative records of the year.Check out Kh3rtis' new album here:https://kh3rtis.bandcamp.com/album/a-transdimensional-passage-on-a-mazonik-bao-chuanThanks to our Patrons who support what we do:Audionauts: Abby, Bendu, David Svrjcek, Josh Wittman, Paul Ledbrook, Matt Donatelli and Stephen SetzepfandtLars Haur - Audionaut ProducerJonathan Goode - Audionaut ProducerJoin the conversation:💌 [email protected] 🐤 Twitter @Audionautic📸 Instagram: @audionauticsounds📡Discord: https://discord.gg/Q7detVZRSunwarper: https://sunwarper.com​​​​​​Kh3rtis: https://kh3rtis.com

Every producer has a few hidden gems that quietly make their studio workflow shine. In this episode, we each share the gear and software that we can’t live without. From creative plugins to underrated pieces of hardware, we talk about how these tools shape our sound, speed up our process, and keep us inspired in the studio.Help support the channel: https://www.patreon.com/audionauticThanks to our Patrons who support what we do:Audionauts: Abby, Bendu, David Svrjcek, Josh Wittman, Paul Ledbrook, Matt Donatelli and Stephen SetzepfandtLars Haur - Audionaut ProducerJonathan Goode - Audionaut Producer

This week we dive into the brand new Akai MPC Live III — a powerful standalone production center with 3D pads, a faster processor, and all-in-one creative flexibility. We’ll explore what it brings to the table for producers who want true portability without compromise.Then for our Round Robin, we shift gears to the people behind the beats. With so many community releases happening lately, how are we actually putting our work out there? Are we engaging, connecting, or just posting into the void?Join us live and be part of the conversation on how we share, announce, and sustain our creative presence in 2025.Kh3rtis has a new record out, you can check it here:https://kh3rtis.bandcamp.com/album/a-transdimensional-passage-on-a-mazonik-bao-chuanThanks to our Patrons who support what we do:Audionauts: Abby, Bendu, David Svrjcek, Josh Wittman, Paul Ledbrook, Matt Donatelli and Stephen SetzepfandtLars Haur - Audionaut ProducerJonathan Goode - Audionaut ProducerJoin the conversation:💌 [email protected] 🐤 Twitter @Audionautic📸 Instagram: @audionauticsounds📡Discord: https://discord.gg/Q7detVZRSunwarper: https://sunwarper.com​​​​​​Kh3rtis: https://kh3rtis.comTIMESTAMPS

Roland is back with the TR-1000 Rhythm Creator, their first true-analog drum machine in over 40 years, and maybe their most advanced yet.It blends the warmth of classic 808 and 909 circuits with ACB models, FM percussion, sampling tools, and a powerful hybrid sequencer. We dig into what makes this machine such a big moment for Roland and how it fits into the modern beat-making landscape.Then in our Round Robin discussion, we ask a bigger question: Has hardware innovation hit a wall?With so many remakes and retro re-issues, are manufacturers truly pushing forward — or are we just stuck chasing nostalgia?Join us for a deep dive into the TR-1000 and a candid chat about where hardware creativity goes next.Thanks to our Patrons who support what we do:Audionauts: Abby, Bendu, David Svrjcek, Josh Wittman, Paul Ledbrook, Matt Donatelli and Stephen SetzepfandtLars Haur - Audionaut ProducerJonathan Goode - Audionaut ProducerJoin the conversation:💌 [email protected] 🐤 Twitter @Audionautic📸 Instagram: @audionauticsounds📡Discord: https://discord.gg/Kr4CrthQSunwarper: https://sunwarper.com​​​​​​Kh3rtis: https://kh3rtis.com

Last week we dug into the Elektron Tonverk, its quirks and what it's 'missing', which got us thinking: are hardware limitations actually a blessing in disguise?This week we’re celebrating the ways limitations push creativity forward, spark new ideas, and keep music-making fun. From grooveboxes to synths to samplers, restrictions often become the secret ingredient in our best work.Join us for a collective reflection on how limitations shape our music journeys, and share your own stories in the comments!New Release from Coraline Ada Ehmkehttps://coralineada.bandcamp.com/album/source-original-motion-picture-soundtrackThanks to our Patrons who support what we do:Audionauts: Abby, Bendu, David Svrjcek, Josh Wittman, Paul Ledbrook, Matt Donatelli and Stephen SetzepfandtLars Haur - Audionaut ProducerJonathan Goode - Audionaut ProducerJoin the conversation:💌 [email protected] 🐤 Twitter @Audionautic📸 Instagram: @audionauticsounds📡Discord:https://discord.gg/Kr4CrthQSunwarper: https://sunwarper.com​​​​​​Kh3rtis: https://kh3rtis.com

This week we’re checking out the brand new Elektron Tonverk, a next-gen polyphonic multisampler and audio processor that’s shaking up the groovebox world. We’ll break down the specs, features, and how it compares to other Elektron gear like the Digitakt and Octatrack.Then we shift gears into a bigger question: why even bother releasing music anymore? With streaming platforms paying fractions of a cent and artists struggling to monetise their work, is “release culture” still worth it? Or should music just be about fun, community, and self-expression?Thanks to our Patrons who support what we do:Audionauts: Abby, Bendu, David Svrjcek, Josh Wittman, Paul Ledbrook, Matt Donatelli and Stephen SetzepfandtLars Haur - Audionaut ProducerJonathan Goode - Audionaut ProducerJoin the conversation:💌 [email protected] 🐤 Twitter @Audionautic📸 Instagram: @audionauticsounds📡Discord: https://discord.gg/Su5ZPvtCSunwarper: https://sunwarper.com​​​​​​Kh3rtis: https://kh3rtis.comTIMESTAMPS00:00 - Intro02:00 - What We’re Up To06:00 - Community Corner12:00 - Why bother releasing music?44:00 - The Elektron Tornverk: At a Glance

As independent musicians, one of the hardest parts of releasing music today isn’t just making the songs, it’s figuring out where to put our energy.Do we spend more time prepping the release for streaming platforms? Or do we focus on social media, where the algorithms demand constant content? In this video, we break down the balancing act:🎶 Setting up music for streaming📱 The social media grind⚡ Finding a sustainable middle groundWe’d love to hear your perspective — where do you put your energy as an indie artist?For the whole of this month, enter 'FIVEYEARS' at checkout on our Patreon to get a 20% discount on Patronage:https://www.patreon.com/c/audionauticThanks to our Patrons who support what we do:Audionauts: Abby, Bendu, David Svrjcek, Josh Wittman, Paul Ledbrook, Matt Donatelli and Stephen SetzepfandtLars Haur - Audionaut ProducerJonathan Goode - Audionaut ProducerJoin the conversation:💌 [email protected] 🐤 Twitter @Audionautic📸 Instagram: @audionauticsounds📡Discord: https://discord.gg/w5BpJKdM🎧Playlist: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/7lFIuRD0xz87UZ3bRflu9HSounds by Sunwarper Samples:https://soundsbysunwarper.bandcamp.com/releasesSunwarper: https://linktr.ee/sunwarper​​​​​​Kh3rtis: https://linktr.ee/Kh3rtis​​​For the whole of this month, enter 'FIVEYEARS' at checkout on our Patreon to get a 20% discount on Patronage:https://www.patreon.com/c/audionauticThanks to our Patrons who support what we do:Audionauts: Abby, Bendu, David Svrjcek, Josh Wittman, Paul Ledbrook, Matt Donatelli and Stephen SetzepfandtLars Haur - Audionaut ProducerJonathan Goode - Audionaut ProducerJoin the conversation:💌 [email protected] 🐤 Twitter @Audionautic📸 Instagram: @audionauticsounds📡Discord: https://discord.gg/w5BpJKdM🎧Playlist: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/7lFIuRD0xz87UZ3bRflu9HSounds by Sunwarper Samples:https://soundsbysunwarper.bandcamp.com/releasesSunwarper: https://linktr.ee/sunwarper​​​​​​Kh3rtis: https://linktr.ee/Kh3rtis​​​

For the past few weeks we've been exploring inspiration and the creative mind. One understated form of Music Production is that of Generative Music, a world where a single piece of MIDI data can form entire compositions with the right parameters. To aid us in the exploration of this world we welcome Mike K Smith to the show, friend, patron and fellow producer who's just released his own body of work on Generative Music and it's unique qualities. Check out 'The Lazy Producer' here:https://mikeksmith.bandcamp.com/album/the-lazy-producerFor the whole of this month, enter 'FIVEYEARS' at checkout on our Patreon to get a 20% discount on Patronage:https://www.patreon.com/c/audionauticThanks to our Patrons who support what we do:Audionauts: Abby, Bendu, David Svrjcek, Josh Wittman, Paul Ledbrook, Matt Donatelli and Stephen SetzepfandtLars Haur - Audionaut ProducerJonathan Goode - Audionaut ProducerJoin the conversation:💌 [email protected] 🐤 Twitter @Audionautic📸 Instagram: @audionauticsounds📡Discord: https://discord.gg/w5BpJKdM🎧Playlist: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/7lFIuRD0xz87UZ3bRflu9HSounds by Sunwarper Samples:https://soundsbysunwarper.bandcamp.com/releasesSunwarper: https://linktr.ee/sunwarper​​​​​​Kh3rtis: https://linktr.ee/Kh3rtis​​​