Show Us Your Junk! Andrew Huang | EarthQuaker Devices

We are BACK with the acclaimed KZbin series Show Us Your Junk! This is the series' 42nd episode, featuring multi-instrumentalist, music and video producer, author, and mega KZbinr Andrew Huang!
This Show Us Your Junk episode offers a behind the scenes look at Huang's home studio in Toronto, where he shows off a very eclectic and curated collection of music gear, including the EarthQuaker Devices Avalanche Run, Hoof Reaper, Data Corrupter, Pyramids, Astral Destiny and Acapulco Gold. Huang talks about how he went from playing music to developing a booming KZbin platform, which serves as a perfect outlet to share his philosophy on music creation, experimenting with gear, and his passion for production.
“I was always interested in different types of music. I was working on a lot of different stuff, and wanted to break this idea that you need to have this defined sound and brand. I found, when I wrapped up my whole sense of exploring in the KZbin vlog format, people could latch onto that; they could see me, get to know me, even if they weren't into everything I was creating, they'd be into my philosophy or the techniques I was sharing. So in a way the KZbin channel is the brand part of it, and whatever I happen to be doing on it, if it's funny, artistic, noisy, pretty, it can all fit in that world.” Andrew Huang
To promote the episode, EarthQuaker Devices will be giving away three (3) limited edition Avalanche Run pedals in a Huang designed custom pink and white colorway.
To enter the giveaway:
Watch Andrew Huang’s Show Us Your Junk Episode on the EarthQuaker Devices KZbin channel. Like, SUBSCRIBE, and leave a comment, and please include your IG @ username so we can contact you. The winner will be announced via private DM on Thursday, 12/21.
Andrew Huang has a thriving career in music production, taking on a wide variety of commercial work, including producing a song for a Volvo commercial (exclusively using noises from the car) and scoring the groundbreaking KZbin series “Journey to the Microcosmos”.
Huang has spearheaded the creation of numerous unique music tools such as the plug-in Transit, the iOS/Android app Flip Sampler, and the hardware multi-effect Ghost which comes in both Eurorack and guitar pedal format. Huang also recently published the book "Make Your Own Rules," offering practical tips and hard-won advice for creatives seeking financial stability while staying authentic.
Watch Huang's videos on KZbin or stream his discography on Spotify, Apple Music, Bandcamp, or anywhere else you find music.
Directed by Chris Tran
Edited by Jeff France
Cameras: Chris Tran, Dannesh Moosa and Jeff France
Music by Andrew Huang with Rob Scallon and Keeley Bumford
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[@Gnurklesquimp2]

Something quite some creators skip over is the part where they're just messing around with stuff without knowing where they're going, and I love how much of that he's showcasing. He was one of the few in the earlier days that really started to make me realize that, while it's valuable to throw out ideas if they're not working, you'd be surprised how that chord progression sounds when you simply play with the sound etc. etc. etc. You can stop stressing about results and turn those knobs to have fun, stuff will happen if you do it enough, and over time you will become more deliberate, whether you need something specific or more so go with your original approach of throwing stuff against the wall, you will become more consistent. Synth patches were a big thing for me, I threw out SO many patches just cause I hadn't done enough stuff to explore where it could go. Just throw on tons of nuances even if you're not super digging where it's headed. Once the patch sounds alive enough to you, try making some big changes and maybe changing the role of the sound. You've got so much work already done that can be tweaked, so much depth that maybe easily sounds great when it sits in the right spot. This doesn't apply to all kinds of synths, but the ones with a billion different subtle modulations all playing together, I usually find myself creating the coolest ones by not giving up on something. Another random tip that may help people explore more comfortably: Instead of saving to a general patches folder, create a folder for each major patch you work on, and save a new version along each point where you hear something you like that will likely be lost upon playing around more. Put the name of the project you're making it in as part of the patch name if you wanna be able to easily see what your midi and automation etc. was when making it. Patcher/Ableton Racks etc. and separate sound design project folders are all things that can help, just let a recording run and resample if you're ever working with randomness or oldschool gear etc.

[@PocketUnv]

Andrew is such a creative force, and he seems like a really nice guy. Really enjoyed hearing this long format kind of interview with him!

[@vince3804]

was not expecting these 2 to ever collab but im here for it

[@jasonmiraizome]

Brand reps probably reach out to any known artist they think would be down

[@GloveBunniesVideos]

It's easy to dismiss Andrew as just a KZbin celeb but he really knows his stuff. Great video!

[@ForkySeven]

Andrew is one of the only people that is NOT easy to dismiss as "just a youtube celeb" 😂

[@jasonmiraizome]

Anyone who overlooks people for being based on social media platforms is too out of touch with reality to have a valid opinion on anything anyway 😂.... Anyone worth a damn knows these platforms are giving a voice to endless talent! 🎉😊

[@bathtubreverie]

He's a synthfluencer. We get it.

[@noahdenzer1836]

I'd love to have Avalanche Run as a module. Andrew is such an inspiration

[@fabianobe]

Yess plss avalanche run

[@paulunga]

Andrew talks a lot about KZbin, but to me he's still the "Songs to wear pants to" guy. That was such a unique idea at the time and already showcased his creativity, not just musically but in general.

[@cyb3rk3v]

We love you Andrew! Stay awesome!

[@dessiplaer]

I remember seeing those Maestro units in the music store when they were new. Your KZbin philosophy of how you make diversified content is a great concept. It makes perfect sense, for you. If the focus is more on you and your love of various styles of music, firstly, it is more satisfying to you and keeps it interesting for you. And as people get to know you and like you, they are more apt to support you in whatever you are doing, even if it is not the flavor of the moment. The variety of content is what drew me to your channel. Well done Agent Huang!

[@Zeinzu2]

Earthquaker an Andrew Huang are 2 of my absolute favorite music related people. Thanks for this one, for sure!!!!!

[@spacebass79g98]

Love the Show Us Your Junk series!

[@mikegeary8056]

His experimental YT channel Suture Sound is great. Lots of good ideas for modular.

[@felixmarques]

NICE. Andrew's videos are great, but this sort of extended interview format feels so new and fresh!

[@IamaHumanHead]

Infinitely jealous of that setup. Everything sounds cool, of course, but man, what a space to play.

[@jspaceman72308]

That modular synth setup is insane. Awesome episode

[@dirtcat976]

Seeing Andrew now throws me back to when songstowearpantsto was the most inspiring thing that no one was doing at the time.

[@NoirEtBlancVie]

Heck yeah!

[@cynusmusic]

This is the collaboration we didnt know we wanted, but absolutely needed! Loved this! - cynusmusic

[@gakhed]

I'm glad I found this series. It's so inspiring!

[@Voracidous]

This is one of my fav series on KZbin Love this

[@trainfantomemusic]

@andrewhuang thank you for being such an inspiration ! Your playfulness and joviality is SOOOOO refreshing ! Cheers from France

[@billyevil]

Pitch + delay on the ghost module sounded so good

[@TerenceKearns]

So cool. I love Andrews creative spirit.

[@LunaWorldcast]

SUYJ is consistently amazing. Thank you!

[@withonforafteratbyin]

10:28 the gear IS the aesthetic!!! your studio absolutely comes across like an art space. Source: am artsitist

[@chiefbucknell]

Super relatable, the challenges of laying out a home studio and figuring out how to store things (except that I can only aspire to Andrew’s achievements in these areas).

[@DaGhost141]

Ohhh my good I love this video. I always wanted a complete "exploration" of his studio.

[@hlpsnow1105]

Love EQD pedals! Avalanche run!

[@bradleadham1400]

This was a great episode! I love Andrew's channel and it was cool to see an in depth tour of his studio and get a bit of his backstory.

[@seancullen8110]

I love Andrew! This is the Junk episode I needed.

[@seancullen8110]

@sean.cullen.923

[@10martn]

Love this series!

[@MidnightLightMusic]

Andrew is someone I have been a fan of for over 10 years. He is an experimental musician's Bob Ross.

[@jasonbrown4064]

Such a fun episode! Thank you for the deep dives in this series.

[@ssdelko]

The videos of Andrew in outer space were amazing!

[@AlissaGlenn-lz3vd]

The collab we needed! Great video!

[@heatherpruner2284]

I’m sure most would agree that there is no way your gear “ruins” the aesthetic! That room is full of so many beautiful wonders and treasures!🤩 And if I could keep my space even close to as organized as yours, I’d be in great shape!

[@spoolstring1853]

Dude is geeked out to perfection ❤

[@rolkinn]

Love the Available Run and this series. Awesome stuff!

[@robustduck]

Another introduction to an artist I hadn’t heard of, thanks to EQD! G’day mates!

[@beepbleepboop]

oh my god you have years worth of some of the highest quality content on youtube to enjoy for the first time now!

[@johnhogarth5954]

Great video! Inspiring! Love the GEAR!!!

[@markkilley2683]

Awesome walkthrough. Fun Junk. Andrew's Soundscape Workshop.

[@sixumbrellas]

Great insight int that studio. Can't imagine even dreaming about this much stuff in my room 😄

[@dakotahill5622]

Awesome video , almost as awesome as owning a pink variant of the avalanche run !! Amazing pedal Amazing company 🔥👹🔥

[@PhilthyDeluxe]

Not music I would’ve come across in my usual channels of exposure. Surprisingly relaxing to listen to! Horizon broadened thanks EQD.

[@Wiktorion]

Fantastic interview. It was interesting to hear Andrew talk in depth about these topics.

[@drumbender]

Thanks for another rad video EQD. Must be super fun to make these 🤖

[@user-zv3yc7xp4d]

Best Pedal company with a great artist ! 🖤🖤🌞🌞

[@Nocturn3Ev1l]

I love the ppl that dedicate their work to sonic exploration with unconvencional approaches. I'm all time subscriber and i love EQD and everything in these channel. so i'm up for the party.

[@imlxh7126]

I wonder if that Maestro device is what Florian Schneider used to process his flute on the first three Kraftwerk albums? "Vom Himmel Hoch" in particular uses some sort of pitch-to-voltage device and envelope follower to make a sound almost TB-303ish.

[@kierojin]

EQD is the best. My favourite ambient and gain pedals are all from this brand. Also has the best community surrounding a pedal company. THE BEST!

[@ocdp666gein]

Awesome episode of show us your junk!!!

[@felixe9323]

Great series

[@AllysDad]

Love Andrew’s music and creativity. IG is the same as KZbin

[@gtmuse329A]

Love the creativity and joy in exploration, but I also dig the aesthetic of the studio. I find I like my pedalboards to have a color theme along with great sounds (though I have yet to create the all white pedal board!). Thanks for this. 🎶🎸

[@MusicWeaponsFood]

Earthquaker needs to do an episode with Sam Battle from LookMumNoComputer

[@aaronpowers4428]

thanks, EQD for these ❤

[@NickRangerMusic]

Andrew put me onto Black Salt Audio's Silencer gate... endless thanks.

[@EarthQuakerDevices]

🔥

[@drumbender]

Dang. Got super excited for a sec but then realized it only comes as a plug in... no hardware option. Whomp whomp.🤖 Wonder if EQD makes a gate. Would love to mess with that!!!

[@scheetmcborsten7977]

Unexpected crossover but I dig it

[@user-pe8li9ur6g]

Awesome sounds!

[@jayzuesalucard2509]

Such cool sounds from the abalanche run

[@timoconnell6973]

Wow I'm such a noob not even a noob just such a lover of sounds and synths and so on.just love the lay out wow I'm in awe so cool.

[@Yamii456]

Very cool video ! Andrew is amazing !

[@adamblair1561]

This was so sick! Love that maestro effect board!

[@KCruB3ast1]

Been looking forward to this one. Keep it up with the great content

[@rhyswilloughby6364]

I've started running drums through a bit commander lately and some oddball pedals, has been an awesome way to experiment and come up with new ideas!

[@southeastrealestate]

Inspiring

[@Red-fi5gm]

I love eqd pedals. Thats fire. ♨️♨️♨️

[@midnite_in_november]

Such a interesting musician 😮

[@TheCreepingSwarf]

Yes Puhlease. 🎉

[@ETBCOR]

42:50 can I just say, I'd listen to hours of just this on end

[@marcusberns3746]

I love these videos

[@meadomeado]

Great video! Love Andrew’s approach to making music. The pink Avalanche Run looks awesome! (2campingkids)

[@schnogabog85]

Now THAT is a spaceship if I’ve ever seen one-

[@onionheadguy7094]

I have 2 eqd pedals and i want 20 more, its such quality stuff.

[@waltersmetak]

Christ oh Mighty!!!! There must be over a million dollars of gear in this kid's studio!!! Amazing!!!

[@kylekinsey2624]

He's a 40 year old man.

[@cardboardmusic]

Wow, the best thing is the pedal steel. I always wanted one, but thought maybe it was just a vanity buy. However, I love the sound, and after all it has some many great uses (in sound design).

[@gerritlecoultre6113]

Sick sounds!

[@lbsdapoon]

Awesome stuff!

[@DarkTrapStudio]

Man everything he do sound soo good

[@MarcoPolux]

loved this video 👍👍 and that Avalanche Run.... seems like that "experimental" rev-delay I need to add to my chain.

[@entheogenetic]

That was great! And inspiring! Thanks for putting this together and sharing!

[@EarthQuakerDevices]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@Tristanrgreene11]

This was great. What a nice dude, I’m an idiot for not really gravitating his way by now considering we both dig a lot of the same things especially in an all around spectrum fashion. Very humanizing interview to see exactly how comfortable he is in his own skin. Humility is hard to come by with alot of musicians especially when they’re are trying to make it somewhere in the music business whatever that is These days, but I think with drive, smarts, and all around ground feel for all musical sounds at some point your gonna break through in one avenue or many coinciding music paths. Give alot of credit to him for doing things his way being the all around dude ya can’t shove in one box, stupidly confusing for some reason to most but I totally get it and appreciate it. Ok, I’ll stop the run on sentence madness hahaha.

[@goingmodular]

Definitely something I could have written, so you spared me the effort ! 😀 I am not much into his music, but I like to live in a world where there is room for this kind of persons to sustain themselves as artists. His general approach and attitude are very refreshing, in this number-fetish and corporate world we live in, so ... kudos to him for showing that a different path is possible.

[@IronBay]

Awesome! 😊 pedalpower!

[@austinglenn6016]

Avalanche Run!!

[@peonerovv1770]

love the show. you should do an episode with Jack Stratton of Vulfpeck

[@deece9683]

YEESSS

[@MrRizoable]

Would love to have one Avalanche Run ❤ Merry Christmas everyone

[@stephenrobinson6108]

@eggsrobinson great ep! And the avalanche run RULES!

[@jeffmadden6964]

Always cool to see how others are using gear differently from you.

[@rotemeisner6672]

Andrew time lets go

[@stuartchapman5171]

Great pairing, if I could get my head around the socials, and clearance for my samples, I'd be on them. Ill stick to live work for now.

[@masonkiller1]

this was fun! thx

[@roycopeland9560]

Good luck y’all.

[@gilsghost]

Pink is really sort of my thing, and I wish I could chill with Andrew and pick his brain for a day. 🧠🌈🎛️

[@mvigil89]

Came for the pink Avalanche Run, stayed for all the cool junk!

[@2manyhobbiezz]

Very cool stuff!

[@lilianh04]

Such a nice talented bonhomme ! Il est vraiment super!

[@magm4diver679]

LETS GOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOO

[@signed8bit]

The ebay origin is so great!

[@toyMACHINE28]

Chee avalanche run is amazing but I'm here to win another!

[@nick57325]

I love your show bud and I’d really love to win that Avalanche Run!