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The Digital Lifestyle (Ian Dixon)
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  1. 09/04/2025

    TDL Synth Chat: Underrated Synths You Need to Hear: DW-8000, Alpha Juno 2 & More

    This week, I chat 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 Continue Reading

    1h 1m

  2. 08/28/2025

    Surface Pro 12 & Laptop 13 – Hands-On with Rob Quickenden | Copilot+ PCs, AI & ARM Performance

    This week on The Digital Lifestyle Show, I’m joined by Microsoft Surface MVP Rob Quickenden to dive into the latest Surface devices and what they mean for users. We cover the new Surface Pro 12 and Laptop 13 models, Snapdragon vs Intel processors, Copilot+ PCs, and what it’s like using Continue Reading

    1 hr

  3. 08/21/2025

    Gadgets, Smart Home, Synth Sounds & My New Album | The Digital Lifestyle Show

    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! Continue Reading

    47 min

  4. 08/15/2025

    Marc Barnes on Korg Multi/Poly & Wavestate | Sound Packs, Sampling & Vintage Synth Talk

    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 Continue Reading

    52 min

  5. 07/31/2025

    From Battery Mods to CS-80 Sounds – This Week on The Digital Lifestyle Show

    Gary joins me as we catch up on our latest smart home projects, new tutorials for the Korg Multi/Poly and Wavestate, and take a quick first look at the newly announced Surface devices. Plus, we chat about automation, AI video creation, vinyl over Sonos, underfloor heating tech, and some not-so-great Continue Reading

    42 min

  6. 07/24/2025

    TDL Synth Chat – Interview with Chileas: From Hip-Hop Beats to Vintage Synth Heaven

    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. Listen Now:Listen Here (download mp3) We chat about his early days Continue Reading

    59 min

  7. 07/17/2025

    Smart Homes, Voice AI, and EV Tech — This Week’s Chat with Gary

    Welcome back to the blog! After a short summer break, we’re back with a packed tech discussion featuring Gary and Ian. From smart home automation using budget ESPHome devices to updates in Windows 11, CR-78 drum machine recreations, and the latest in EV charging policy — this week’s episode covers Continue Reading

    47 min

  8. 06/26/2025

    AI in Music, Smart Homes & Synth Design – Creative or Just Copying? | The Digital Lifestyle Show

    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 Continue Reading

    51 min
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  • Creator
    The Digital Lifestyle (Ian Dixon)
  • Years Active
    2007 - 2025
  • Episodes
    20
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © (c) Ian Dixon
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