Deep Blue by Gustavo Jobim is an interesting combination of tracks, composed in 2020 and 2021, of soundscapes and soundtracks. I like that vintage digital synthesizers are well represented here. As much as I like true analog, digital synths of the '80s and '90s are capable of some amazing ambient sounds that morph and evolve continually, as heard in Exploring the Catacombs of Paris. This album reminds me of soundtrack albums from other electronic artists. If you are like m

For this month's Patchworks let's take a look at a cool way to automate your Behringer Crave's sequencer using the Korg SQ-1 or any other sequencer that outputs control voltage (CV). I found it interesting the way the Bastl Softpop SP2 allows you to tweak the pitch of the sequencer with the pitch slider in real-time. I guess it is similar to the way an arpeggiator follows the notes you are playing. I decided to try my own experiment with the Crave and the SQ-1 to see if I c

Building the perfect live rig can be a daunting task. In this month’s field guide let's discuss how I record to a computer-based workstation. I have been working on some new material in the studio lately. This month, I wanted to share with you the workflow that I have been using to record the audio from my devices into my digital audio workstation (DAW). First, let me say that I do not have an audio interface with multiple inputs. I am using the Alesis IO2 Express. It is

In this month’s DIY we take a look at the most inexpensive way to add that classic Moog sound to your toolkit. The Moog Werkstatt-01 may be the simplest DIY kit currently on the market, with the Korg NTS-1 running a close second. However, don't let the simplicity of this kit fool you into thinking that the Werkstatt-01 is somehow inferior. It is a true analog, single oscillator, semi-modular, monosynth with Moog's legendary ladder filter and signature sound. Assembly of this

This second volume features more hugely epic leads, soaring arpeggios, chart-topping chords, heart-pounding basses, and dance floor destroying drums complemented by lush pop guitars and industry standard FX sounds such as risers, downlifters, impacts, and sub drops. Voltage weighs in at a whopping 1GB worth of WAV files containing over 460 Royalty Free sounds! For more information visit: https://mobilemusicpro.com/products/pro-sample-pack-05-voltage