More pedals, more arps, more drones. Still exploring the new setup and the pedals. I’m now finally in the position to get to know the pedals better and what combinations work best.

Long jam alert! My first jam using the new patchbay setup, so I just routed a few synths through a few pedals. Result: some nice drone textures. So I just went with it, created some melodic elements as a contrast. I got a nice beat going and there it is. I really love this sound. Lots going on but it all depends on…Read More

I love these jams where it looks easy and it actually was. It came together pretty quick, everything fits, one take and done! Even mixing was very minimal except for the vocal which needed cleaning up (which is normal when you record while music is playing). I think I only used a bit of EQ and saturation on the rest.…Read More

Just a fun little mix of analog goodness, melodic techno, dub elements and an overall chill vibe. I forgot to add the bass back in after the break, luckily I caught it a bit later. Well, mistakes happen.

I think the vibe was just right. In the beginning light and almost upbeat. But then that growling Sub 37 kicks the door in and starts having a go. Very nice jam if I say so myself. Not really special but just nice enough to knod your head to. Fun one!

Just a fun summer analog techno studio jam. One camera oversaturated because my camera knowledge is non-existent. Lot’s of drums and analog synths to get you through the day.

A bit more straightforward but nontheless a pretty cool result I think. The beats work, the synths work, the Malevolent delivers a beautiful arp and the Moog Sub37 can do these raw drones.

Live vocals, one take, analog goodness and at least one of us had the decency to dress up (hint, it’s not the guy in sweatpants). Cool session, no set structure. We were both like “alright let’s see where this one goes”. Of course there is some idea because all the building blocks are there, but still.

This one had a really nice vibe to it. Dreamy sequences layered with your more straightforward synths in the middle. All with a hard hitting beat and lots of drums layers. Sadly my phone (1 of the cameras) stopped recording after 3 seconds while adjusting it, so…1 less angle. Could be worse.

I almost have my patchbay setup complete. Just a little short of 100 meters of cables to go. And this was the first time I hooked up the Behringer Spice. Of course it’s a new plaything so there is much te learn. I feel I didn’t get the scale right, it was a bit contrasting with the rest, but it’s a cool little…Read More

This was the second time I switched the Elektron Analog Rhythm mk II on, just on whatever kit was loaded. I did a bit of sounddesign and created the patterns, nothing too fancy (yet). It plays really well with the rest. And of course a Hulkenberg cap! First podium!

I was in a bit of a rush on recording day, but it still came out fine. Some elements could have used a little more refinement and change / modulation. It’s just a nice calm track with a nice deep flow to it. Never really stopping, never really peaking. Good old sunday afternoon techno.

Another run with the new mic, I’m still really happy with the results. We try some Dutch lyrics from time to time. This translate to “touch me”. Obviously the vocals where recorded seperate. So as long as I was editing, I made a bit (mis)use of the situation to duplicate a part of the Malevolent. Ssst 🤫 Overall the…Read More

I was never a ‘mic guy’. I thought the immortal Shure SM58 would be just fine. But with more and more recordings with Inge, I decided to invest a little more in a large diaphragm mics. Lewitt seemed a good option, so I opted for the Ray. Man what a difference. No hate for the SM58, but it feels like we recorded…Read More

Lots of stacked synths and a pretty decent hard kick. That’s a win in my book. Very much enjoyed the process and outcome.

This one came together after a long weekend with lots of festivals and bands. Perhaps a bit ‘music’ tired, but there’s nothing like my little studio to get me in the mood. Nice beats, nice synths, overall nothing that stands out, except maybe the Malevolent, but still overall a fun one.