1. Favourite knob/fader/switch on a piece of gear and why?
Korg Minilogue Filter/Resonance/EG Knobs. Being that this is my only piece of gear that has knobs, I am more than satisfied with the sounds that can be achieved. The possibilities are infinite. I look forward to purchasing knobs in the future and creating my own modular synth unit. I recommend the Korg Minilogue as a great start for anyone interested in enriching their sounds.
2. Do you have an ‘almost’ perfect bit of kit? What would you change?
Korg Concert 3500. At the moment I am building my studio so all my equipment has a unique use for now. Unfortunately the sound quality of this vintage piece is of poor condition and needs heavy repair.
3. What setup do you bring on holiday/tour/commute etc.?
Laptop/Akai MPK Mini/Casio MT-240. For travel sake the Akai MPK Mini and the Casio MT-240. Both are lightweight and when combined, provide the essentials needed for recording ideas outside the studio. I have yet to perform and personally prefer making sounds as a therapeutic outlet.
4. What software do you wish was hardware and vice versa?
Garage Band is the only software I have been working with and it’s running a very old version of the program which I am not complaining about.
5. Is there anything you regret selling… or regret buying?
I could eventually regret all the cheap gear I am purchasing right now. Most likely I will hand it off to someone starting their own set-up. I personally don’t regret my buys because I learn from them. I have not sold anything at the moment.
6. What gear has inspired you to produce the most music?
Korg Minilogue. This is my first and only expensive piece of gear as of now. Most of my equipment has been collected and repaired.
7. If you had to start over, what would you get first?
A new laptop. I still need to buy one with better music software that doesn’t run at a glacial speed. It’s been a challenge but I’m surprised at what I have produced.
8. What’s the most annoying piece of gear you have, that you just can’t live without?
My damaged Korg Concert 3500.
9. Most surprising tip/trick/technique that you’ve discovered about a bit of kit?
All my cheap equipment surprises me if used properly. It’s not the gear it’s the artist.
Artist or Band name?
ARC Ambient
Genre?
Ambient/Dark Ambient/Other
Where are you from?
California
How did you get into music?
I’ve been a band nerd since 3rd grade.
What still drives you to make music?
MUSIC
How do you most often start a new track?
It’s a therapeutic process for me so it depends on my mood.
How do you know when a track is finished?
I make short samples. I tend to let the tracks sit for a while and open them back up with fresh ears.
Show us your current studio
Best creative advice that you’ve ever heard?
I don’t like to waste notes not even one – Johnny Marr.
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