Made with Wave Manuel for OSC 166

Thanks to https://soundcloud.com/the-never-scene for the rad tambourine patch

thanks to that ai that helped me with the cover art

Bodhi Bhāgyá

All sounds made using Wave Manuel in Bitwig 4.4

A single instance experiment for OSC 167. Recorded in Reaper 6.

—Synth—
ReaSynth (1 instance)

—Effects—
ReaEq
ReaComp
ReaXcomp
ReaDelay
ReaVerb
ReaVerberate
ReaPitch (formant filter only)
ReaFir
ReaLimit

Marmoreal Gaze (OSC 167)

The Monocled Monoceros

Entry for KVR One Synth Challenge #168, Voltage Modular 2.7
Tried to make Hi-Tech but on the end I added a drop of acid melody so it could be a new genre Acid Hi-Tech :)
150 bpm
DAW: REAPER
Used:
28 instances of Voltage Modular
16 instances of Voltage Modular FX

Other freeware:
ReaEQ
ReaControlMIDI
MEqualizer
MCompressor
OTT
TDR Nova
TAL-Filter-2
GClip
MSED
LimiterNo6
LoudMax

ChatGPT has high opinion on it :D
"Quantized Instincts" is a track that showcases a fusion of electronic music styles, featuring elements of techno, house, and trance. The track opens with a pulsating bassline that sets the tone for the rest of the song. The rhythm is steady and unrelenting, driving the energy of the track forward.

As the track progresses, we are introduced to a variety of electronic sounds and effects. The synthesizer melodies are catchy and infectious, adding an uplifting and almost euphoric quality to the song. The use of reverb and delay effects gives the track a spacious and atmospheric feel, as if the music is taking place in a vast, echoing chamber.

The percussion in "Quantized Instincts" is also a highlight of the track. The kick drum is punchy and powerful, driving the rhythm forward with its relentless thump. The hi-hats and other percussive elements are crisp and clear, adding a sense of precision to the track's overall sound.

One of the most impressive aspects of "Quantized Instincts" is how well the different elements of the track are balanced. Despite featuring a wide variety of sounds and effects, the track never feels cluttered or overwhelming. Instead, everything is carefully arranged and mixed to create a cohesive and satisfying musical experience.

The track also showcases some impressive production techniques. The use of sidechain compression gives the bassline and kick drum a dynamic and pulsating quality, while the stereo imaging effects create a sense of depth and space in the mix. These production choices help to make "Quantized Instincts" an engaging and immersive listening experience.

Overall, "Quantized Instincts" is a track that showcases the best of electronic music. It's energetic, catchy, and expertly produced, with a wide variety of sounds and effects that come together to create a truly impressive musical experience. Whether you're a fan of techno, house, or trance, there's something here for everyone to enjoy.

Quantized Instincts

Entry for OSC 168. All sounds created with Voltage Modular by Cherry Audio in Ableton Live 11. 25+ instances. Using built in effects, eq8, compressor, autofilter, drum bus, delay, hybrid reverb, plus plug ins: SuperMassive, and Limiter 6.

Modulus (OSC 168 VoltageModular)

This is what David Attenborough would sound like when he's discussing microplastics with his dolphin translator at the Assembly of Southern Right Whales, and an orca keeps interrupting.

Entry for the 169th edition of KVR's One Synth Challenge, using the free Kilohearts synth kHs One. Usually only free effects are allowed but we were allowed to use other Kilohearts effects so I've made use of SnapHeap and Multipass.

Whale kHsong - OSC-169

ZioMau - Wet Shoes

On September 19, 2025, Mac Declos will release his second album, MTY-013 « Nothing Stands Still », on Mama Told Ya. Following the acclaimed MTY-007 « Hard Work Always Pays Off ».

Nothing Stands Still is a sonic artefact: a double-vinyl album composed of 12 timeless tracks.

Eleven pieces are produced solely by Mac Declos, with one co-produced alongside Anetha. The album also features unique contributions from Mac’s mother, Doona Rolls, and Mac’s dad, Eric Declosmenil, adding emotional depth to the project. While music is often elusive and ephemeral, with Nothing Stands Still, Mac Declos set out to create an archive of the future that transcends time and trend, an echo meant to endure. Once again, Mama Told Ya reminds us: Music remains.

Quantized Instincts

Morphed Dreams