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Perched on the edge of the southern coast of Yogyakarta, Trisik Beach is a hidden gem known not just for its expansive black sand and serene views, but for the mesmerizing soundscape it offers. As dawn breaks or dusk settles, the rhythmic crash of the waves becomes a symphony of nature—raw, untamed, and deeply calming.

Recording the sound of the waves at Trisik Beach is an immersive experience. The ocean breathes with power, each surge rolling in with a thunderous roar, then receding with a soothing hiss as it drags along the sand. The coastal breeze hums gently, occasionally mixing with the distant calls of seabirds and the rustling of coconut palms lining the shore.

This sonic atmosphere is pure and profound—ideal for field recordings, meditation soundtracks, or simply as a memory of nature’s untouched beauty. At Trisik Beach, it’s not just about hearing the waves; it’s about feeling them resonate through the earth and into your soul.

Yogyakarta Beach - Trisik Sample

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Dawn Vehicle Passing By captures the rich, organic textures of early morning life in a riverside village near the Progo River, Yogyakarta. This immersive field recording album features a dynamic blend of natural ambience and human activity — from the gentle chorus of crickets, birds, and lizards to the rising rhythm of passing vehicles. Dominated by the distinctive sound of motorbikes, with occasional trucks and cars rolling by, each track tells a sonic story of dawn along a quiet village road.

Ideal for sound designers, filmmakers, and ambient audio enthusiasts, this collection offers authentic rural Indonesian atmosphere with layers of nature and movement. Recorded in high quality by Sound Effect Stacks, these soundscapes reflect the calm, yet ever-awakening pulse of village life at first light.

Dawn Vehicle Passing by

This album presents an authentic set of Gender recordings, capturing every note with focus on the instrument’s smooth sustain and complex harmonic movement. Each note is recorded individually to highlight the flowing resonance that defines the Gender’s musical role within the gamelan ensemble.

Suitable for traditional Indonesian music, cinematic textures, ambient compositions, meditation, and atmospheric sound design, these recordings offer a warm and expressive tonal palette.

Recorded with a Sound Devices MixPre-6 II and SO.3 cardioid microphone, this collection delivers high detail, dynamic range, and a natural decay.

Gamelan Gender

This album features an authentic collection of Kenong and Kethuk recordings, capturing every note of both instruments with clarity and precision. Each strike is recorded individually to preserve the distinct character of the Kenong’s deep, resonant tone and the Kethuk’s tight, percussive attack, highlighting their complementary roles within the gamelan rhythm structure.

Designed for traditional gamelan compositions, cinematic scoring, game audio, and percussive sound design, this collection provides clean, isolated tones that are easy to sequence, layer, and integrate into modern production workflows. The contrast between sustained resonance and short, rhythmic articulation makes this album a versatile rhythmic foundation.

All sounds were recorded using a Sound Devices MixPre-6 II recorder paired with an SO.3 cardioid microphone, ensuring accurate transient capture, wide dynamic range, and a natural acoustic presence with minimal processing.

Gamelan Kenong & Kethuk

This album showcases the deep and resonant tones of the Slenthem, with every note recorded individually to capture its low-frequency warmth and long natural sustain. The recordings highlight the instrument’s supportive and grounding role within the gamelan ensemble.

Well suited for cinematic scoring, ambient music, traditional compositions, and atmospheric sound design, this collection offers rich, full-bodied Slenthem tones.

Recorded using a Sound Devices MixPre-6 II and SO.3 cardioid microphone, the album preserves natural resonance and detailed decay.

Gamelan Slenthem

This album contains a clean and precise collection of Saron recordings, featuring every note captured individually. The recordings emphasize the instrument’s strong attack, clear pitch, and short decay, making them highly usable for rhythmic and melodic patterns.

Perfect for gamelan arrangements, film scoring, game audio, and percussive sound design, this collection provides focused Saron tones that cut clearly through a mix.

All sounds were recorded using a Sound Devices MixPre-6 II paired with an SO.3 cardioid microphone, ensuring crisp transients and minimal noise.

Dawn Vehicle Passing by

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