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Is Music Tech Heading for a Collapse...or a Revolution?

A look at the current state of music technology and why innovation feels stuck – along with the key technical and industry pressures behind it. Drawing on insights from the Audio Developer Conference, this video highlights the patterns holding developers back and the opportunities that could spark the next wave of creativity in music tech.

Joshua Hodge

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November 18, 2025

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Is Music Tech Heading for a Collapse...or a Revolution?

A look at the current state of music technology and why innovation feels stuck – along with the key technical and industry pressures behind it. Drawing on insights from the Audio Developer Conference, this video highlights the patterns holding developers back and the opportunities that could spark the next wave of creativity in music tech.

Joshua Hodge

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November 18, 2025

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Is music technology hitting its "dubstep phase" – a point where creativity flatlines and everything starts sounding the same? Fresh from the Audio Developer Conference in England, I'm sharing three critical observations about where our industry stands and where we need to go.In this video, I break down the challenges we're facing (legacy code, architectural constraints, market saturation) and where I see real hope for innovation. Whether you're a student just starting out or a seasoned pro, these insights matter for your future in music tech.

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⏰ Timestamps:

00:00 Introduction

01:22 Industry Feedback

02:55 Current Technical Limitations

06:38 Where I See Hope

09:43 Our Commitment Moving Forward

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