Author: Benedict Roff-Marsh

I believe in Healthy Self-Interest. If everyone does what is rational, then success will be easier for all. Greed is the complete opposite of self-interest as it results in nothing but failure. Born in Canada in 1969 to English parents. Moved back to England. Lived in Australia since 5 y.o. Worked in Banking, Entertainment, Sales and Web. I always listen to and make music to keep myself on an even keel.

Mixing in Stere-ereo

In my my last post in this series I talked about how mixing bass isn't always the way you think it should be at first. Tricky stuff physics. BUT never fear because Physics is actually a very logical and predictable fellow so we can fool him into doing our bidding. In this post we will … Continue reading Mixing in Stere-ereo

Star-Stepper

- "Bought it! This is really good. Perfect relax & reflect music. Thanks, Benedict" Torusflow The Stepper Story Evolution This story sort-of evolved backwards. I started with the outcome and then filled in the way there. Here's how it all came to be: The Star-Stepper always looked like Rod Stewart on the cover of "Atlantic … Continue reading Star-Stepper

Fear Factory, Sixx AM & INXS

I got four records (yep vinyl) for Xmas but I won't cover them now; too early, esp seeing I am only just recording the first couple now. It has been quite a long time since I went through the CDs at the library but with it being time off I figured extra things to do … Continue reading Fear Factory, Sixx AM & INXS

OSC + Filter ReFill

OSC + Filter ReFill OSC + Filter OSC + Filter is the result of 25 years of making electronic music. Some of the 2,000+ sounds were featured in my former elektro 3-57 & StellaR collections, many are new to this release. Every sound has been opened, tested, played and tweaked many times to ensure a fully functional instrument in its … Continue reading OSC + Filter ReFill

Candlemass – Epicus Doomicus Metallicus

I haven't done an album review for a while. Partly as I rarely bother to bring anything home from the library as I now have sooo much music on my phone, 6,904 songs and counting, that aren't getting a fair spin. But I had a birthday recently and my Mother gave me a wee sum … Continue reading Candlemass – Epicus Doomicus Metallicus

Novation Bass Station II

https://youtu.be/5ASeNawBsDA Much as I liked the sound, the hassles I had with the Slim Phatty's supplier just put me off owning it. That and I had to be honest and say I wasn't in love with it as a usable instrument alongside Reason 7. The shop were very kind and let me swap for a … Continue reading Novation Bass Station II

Super Mono-Synth ReFill

Super Mono-Synth ReFill requires Reason 6.5 and above along with Propellerheads Pulsar RE & Quadelectrica's CV Suite Line Processor RE. Welcome to the Super Mono-Synth ReFill. This ReFill is really more an instrument than a sound collection. There are a few sounds to get you going but after that it is up to you. If you haven't already, please read … Continue reading Super Mono-Synth ReFill

Measured Spaces

Measured Spaces started life with the working title of SnoGlobes, those perspex domes with a scene in liquid and bits of confetti that make like snow when you shake them up. The idea of these almost cartoon, very tightly contained vignettes appeals to me (even though I don't own one). It fits right in with … Continue reading Measured Spaces

Bet you didn’t know BASS is the Enemy in Mixing Music?

How do I get Bass to sit in the mix? Why won't the Sub-Bass sit properly in my mix? Why is the Bass swallowing the rest of my mix? Question, question, question. Over and over in every music software forum. What happens is that you want to make a mix with lots of punch and welly … Continue reading Bet you didn’t know BASS is the Enemy in Mixing Music?