Why We Bleep WHY WE BLEEP 053: MUSIC THING MKVII
Feb 2, 2025
Tom Whitwell, a synth aficionado and the mastermind behind Music Thing Modular, shares insights into the riveting world of modular synthesis. He discusses the art of questioning in creativity and highlights the importance of play in music production. The conversation touches on the balance between strict techniques and creative experiments, while also exploring innovations like a unique rain simulator for sound creation. Whitwell reflects on the emotional connections between music and personal experiences, emphasizing the joy of DIY projects and community engagement in music.
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Going Full-Time Transformed Work
- Tom Whitwell shares the experience of going full-time with Music Thing Modular.
- Having full-time focus enabled detailed work on design, documentation, videos, and interactions with customers.
Broader Audience Unlocks Creativity
- Making modular synths for a broader audience feels more rewarding than selling individual modules for experts.
- Encouraging experimentation helps people unlock distinctive sounds and extend their musical horizons.
Try Random Modular Patches
- Use random patch generation to explore new modular synth configurations.
- Challenge yourself to make a sound, then a different sound, then refine with more patch cables.