Robert Henke

Interview with Robert Henke, co-developer of Ableton Live, exploring his real artist focus on current obsessions like working with the commodore PET platform, dislike of machine reverb, love for PPG wave and Synclavier, and his unique sound and light shows. Discusses collaborative record creation, Berlin excitement, sound generation techniques, childhood dreams of art and engineering, Sicavio synthesizer, vintage samplers, and the evolution of a musical friendship leading to software development. Delves into AI programming challenges, role in music creation, transitioning to art installations, and reflections on travel and art.

Robert Henke is a pioneering musician and co-inventor of Ableton Live, known for his innovative Monolake project. In this conversation, he shares insights on blending hardware and software in music production, emphasizing how creative limitations can spark inspiration. The evolution of creative workspaces is discussed, highlighting the emotional connection to instruments. Henke reflects on the transformation of live performances and the interface of technology with personal expression, ultimately encouraging a balance of tradition and innovation in music creation.

In this conversation, Robert Henke, an artist and co-founder of Ableton, dives into his new Monolake album, 'Studio', and the creative process behind it. He explores how the evolution of DJ technology has impacted live performance and music-making. Henke discusses the challenges of artistic consistency versus innovation, as well as the fascinating transformation of Berlin’s music scene in the '90s. Additionally, he reflects on Ableton's role in democratizing music production and the unintended consequences that arose from it.