For another (this time extremely subjective) shootout, we’re looking at guitar effects pedals. The things you have on the floor where one signal goes in and one goes out, and if you step on a footswitch, something happenes. And which are mainly targeted for guitars (although using them on drum machines or monosynths can be …
I have (had) quite a bunch of synthesizers (as in musical instruments). But which one is the most unique one of them all?
Today, I’m talking about samplers (the musical instruments). Look a little at their history, and share why during their golden age I’ve never really used one.
And why I believe that we have right now a second golden age.
The DeepMEE project, a hardware-only ambient dub techno setup in F# minor, revealed several gear-related challenges that impacted workflow and performance. Below is a summary of key shortcomings encountered during the project, based on the setup’s design and live performance needs. MPC One: Track Logic and Looper Limitations The Akai Professional MPC One, a central …
The DeepMEE project is my journey into creating ambient dub techno music using only hardware, set in the moody key of F# minor at 113–126 BPM. Inspired by artists like Yagya, Monolake, Basic Channel, DeepChord, and Fluxion, this project was about building a setup that delivers lush, atmospheric sounds and seamless live performances. Here’s a …
Remember when I promised you a video of a performance with that dub/ambient techno hardware thingie before 8-15? I am happy to share that I kept the deadline – here’s Chapter Five: Enjoy!
I thought about doing some dub techno. With hardware. Or is it really ambient techno I’m after? Let’s find out.
