Sonic Extremes: Live Hikari Monos Performance

video upload by Andre Bregegere

"An unedited, live electroacoustic improvisation exploring the wildly experimental synergy between the Hikari Instruments Monos and the SOMA Laboratory Cosmos. Driven by its wide frequency and dynamic ranges, the Monos dictates a highly varied and unpredictable sonic landscape—rapidly shifting from abrasive noise and erratic blips and bloops to more structured, tonal sequences.

This raw, volatile output is fed directly into the Cosmos, which catches, mangles, and loops the Monos' extremes into a generative, evolving hardware conversation.

There are no annotations or on-screen text in this video. Just sit back, relax, and enjoy the ride!

The performance was recorded live, then lightly mastered in Pro Tools.

Signal Chain:
Hikari Instruments Monos ➡️ SOMA Laboratory Cosmos ➡️ Universal Audio UAFX Golden Reverberator

#hikarimonos #somacosmos #experimentalmusic #electroacoustic #hardwareimprovisation #noisesynth #dawless #sounddesign"

Hypnotic PLL Drone: MTL PURPLL Standalone Jam

video upload by Andre Bregegere

"Welcome to another jam on @abregegere! Grab a coffee, relax, and enjoy this unannotated, improvised ambient drone performance.

In this session, the Montreal Assembly (MTL) PURPLL is acting as a standalone sound source operating in drone mode. The signal is then sent into the Soma Cosmos for expansive looping and textures, and finally through the UAFX Golden Reverberator for that lush, final coat of space.

The endless array of melodies you hear are generated by the PURPLL’s Div and Mpy voices, which are being modulated by the internal LFO. What makes this patch particularly striking is that everything is playing in just intonation—meaning the harmonic and subharmonic intervals are based on exact, whole-number frequency ratios. Combine that perfect mathematical harmony with the gritty, "chip-tuney" character of the PURPLL, and it creates a beautifully chaotic but deeply musical jam.

Signal Chain:
MTL PURPLL ➡️ Soma Cosmos ➡️ UAFX Golden Reverberator

Audio Notes: This performance was recorded live, then lightly mixed and mastered in Pro Tools."

Torso S-4 Live Improv: Building a Soundscape from Scratch | Vol. 45

video upload by Andre Bregegere

"In this session, I dive into an improvised performance using four samples chosen right on the spot to build a spontaneous, evolving soundscape. There was no preparation for this jam—every sonic decision, texture, and layer you hear was created entirely in the moment. No annotations on this one: you can just sit back, relax, and enjoy the ride as the track naturally unfolds.

Audio Details:
The live recording was lightly mixed and mastered in Pro Tools."

Cyma Forma RN + SOMA Cosmos | Live Generative Ambient

video upload by Andre Bregegere

"Welcome to another live hardware improvisation. In this session, I am exploring the unpredictable and intricate textures of the Cyma Forma RN random synth, processing its generative output directly through the SOMA Laboratory Cosmos for expansive, drifting loops and atmospheres.

There are a total of 53 patches in the video, all of them generated with the push of a button!. Some are allowed to play out for a few minutes, while others are heard only for a few seconds.

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00:00 - Intro 00:50 - Patch 01 01:31 - Patch 02 02:20 - Patch 03 02:51 - Patch 04 03:10 - Patch 05 03:45 - Patch 06 04:25 - Patch 07

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Error Instruments meets Torso Electronics: Evolving Soundscapes

video upload by Andre Bregegere

"Welcome back to @abregegere! In this extended, explorative sound design session, I’m pairing the chaotic brilliance of the Speak & Glitch by Error Instruments with the deep processing power of the S-4 by Torso Electronics.

We start by establishing a gritty base sound on the Speak & Glitch, dialing in some fundamental compression and reverb on the S-4 to glue it together. From there, we dive into the deep end—leaning heavily into the S-4’s robust modulation capabilities to transform the audio into evolving, quasi-generative soundscapes.

This session is only lightly annotated to let the sound design speak for itself. Feel free to use the timestamps below to jump straight to the sweet spots!

⏱️ Timestamps:
00:00 - Intro
00:37 - Establishing the base sound
09:57 - Sweet spot 1
11:35 - Sweet spot 2
20:42 - Sweet spot 3
25:00 - Sweet spot 3"

Generative Soundscapes | Cyma Forma Rnd & Torso S-4 (Extended Sound Demo)

video upload by Andre Bregegere

"In this extended, unannotated sound demo, I’m using the Cyma Forma Rnd as a standalone generative synthesizer, processing its audio live through the Torso Electronics S-4.

🎛️ Routing & Setup:

• Track 1 (S-4): Acts as the main track for the Rnd.
• Track 2 (S-4): Heavily processed, functioning as an auxiliary send track for the Rnd to create vast textures.
• Tracks 3 & 4 (S-4): Occasionally bringing in a drum loop to anchor the generative chaos.

Note: The audio in this video was recorded live and then lightly mixed and mastered in Pro Tools."

Cyma Forma RND: Deep Dive & Sound Demo (No External FX)

video upload by Andre Bregegere

"In this video, I am taking a detailed look at the Random (RND) synthesizer by Cyma Forma. This review and demonstration covers everything you need to know to get started with this unique instrument. I walk through the RN's basic functionality, panel layout, and connectivity options before diving into some hands-on sound design.

First, I explore the RND's capabilities as a standalone generative synthesizer, letting the instrument's internal logic drive the soundscape. Then, I demonstrate how it responds to external input by hooking it up to a MIDI controller and keyboard to play it more traditionally.

To give you the most accurate representation of what this instrument sounds like out of the box, all audio in this video was recorded straight from the RND's headphone output. There is no added reverb, delay, or external effects—just a touch of dynamics processing and mastering applied in Pro Tools to ensure optimal listening levels.

Timestamps (adjust to match your final edit)
00:00 - Opening Credits
00:30 - Intro
00:55 - Connectivity
01:10 - Feature List
02:10 - Standalone Demo 1
04:00 - Adding MIDI Controller/Keyboard
04:26 - Master Control: MIDi channel 01
06:20 - Controlling Individual Tracks: MIDI channels 2–5
06:20 - Controlling Individual Tracks: MIDI channels 2–5
08:02 - Controlling Individual Tracks (Solo): MIDI channels 6–9
09:40 - Modulating the Master Scale
10:17 - Closing Thoughts
12:15 - Standalone Demo 1 (Bonus Content)"

Blind Sample Challenge: 4 Random Samples on the Torso S-4 (Vol. 41)

video upload by Andre Bregegere

"Welcome to Vol. 41 of my Torso S-4 explorations! In this video, I take on a blind 4-sample challenge: building a complete 4-track ambient soundscape from scratch using four randomly picked samples from the Bastl MicroGranny library. Because the files use non-descriptive, sequential labels, I had no idea what sounds I was getting until they hit the tracks.

With zero planning and no preparation, every decision is made on the spot. I work through each track sequentially, sculpting textures, grains, and filters to weave unrelated sounds into a cohesive sonic environment. Toward the end, I break down how to set up and perform with Macro modulations to bring dynamic motion across the entire patch.

The video is heavily annotated with on-screen notes detailing each step of the sound design workflow, modulation routing, and granular processing.

• Instrument: Torso S-4 Granular Synthesizer
• Source Material: Bastl Instruments MicroGranny Factory Samples
• Post-Processing: Lightly mixed and mastered in Pro Tools"

Improvised Techno Jam with Torso S-4 (Vocal Loops & Sidechaining) | Vol. 39

video upload by Andre Bregegere

"Vol. 39 of the Torso S-4 Explorations series.

In this session, I dive into a raw techno track starting with a layered soundscape built from two vocal samples. From there, I bring in a driving drum loop and use the Torso S-4's envelope follower to dial in a sidechain compression effect directly on the unit.

No planning, no preparation—every sound and structural decision was made entirely on the spot. The live performance was recorded and lightly mixed/mastered in Pro Tools.

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0:00 - Intro
0:30 - Soundscape setup (Vocal Samples)
2:10 - Adding the drum loop
2:35 - Envelope follower & sidechain effect
3:08 - Let's bring another sample
3:48 - Performance continues

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#TorsoS4 #LiveJam #Techno #Dawless #MusicProduction #Improvisation #ProTools"

Torso S-4 Explorations Vol. 38 — Zero Prep, 4 Random Samples

video upload by Andre Bregegere

"This performance was created with zero planning, zero preparation, and every decision made entirely on the spot. Starting with four randomly selected samples, I built a complete 4-track live improvisation from scratch.

To help you follow the workflow as it unfolds, on-screen annotations detail the sound design moves made during the jam—such as modulating sample lengths to shift phrase variations, using the FREEZE button to turn samples into pseudo-wavetable oscillators, and routing the envelope follower to filter cutoff for an auto-wah effect.

Audio recorded live, lightly mixed, and mastered in Pro Tools. Headphones recommended for optimal listening!"

I used random samples on the Torso S-4 and accidentally made DnB

video upload by Andre Bregegere

"Welcome to Vol. 36 of my Torso S-4 Explorations!

In this session, I went in completely blind—no planning, no preparation, and zero pre-arranged patterns. Every sound decision was made on the spot using randomly selected samples across all 4 tracks.

Somewhere along the way, the jam naturally evolved into an unexpected Drum & Bass vibe, which made this session an absolute blast. The video is annotated throughout so you can follow along with exactly what I’m tweaking, modulating, and processing in real time.

🎛️ Post-Production Note:
The raw performance was recorded live, then lightly mixed and mastered in Pro Tools.

⏱️ Timestamps:
00:00 - Intro
00:20 - Building Track 01
01:09 - Granular fun
02:16 - Building Track 02
03:05 - Playing with 'Slices'
03:47 - Building Track 03
04:34 - Playing with FREEZE
06:04 - Building Track 04
07:07 - Let's bring the drums
07:55 - Accidental DnB 😎"

From Scratch: Ambient Torso S-4 Live Jam

video upload by Andre Bregegere

"Welcome to Volume 35 of my Torso S-4 exploration series.

This is a completely improvised, zero-preparation ambient performance. No planning, no pre-saved patterns—every single sonic decision was made live on the spot. To give you a deeper look into my workflow, the performance is fully annotated so you can follow along with every twist, turn, and parameter tweak.

During the jam, I dive into a few advanced Torso S-4 techniques, including:
• Modulating sample Speed in Stretch mode with Glide for shifting textures.
• Modulating the sample Start point to create infinite, jittery variations on a drum loop.
• Modulating grain rate, pitch, and contour for evolving, organic soundscapes.

Audio Note: The raw performance was captured live and then lightly mixed and mastered in Pro Tools for the best listening experience (headphones recommended!)."

🕒 TIMESTAMPS:
00:00 - Intro
00:24 - Building Track 01
00:43- Modulating SPEED and PITCH
01:35 - Granular (MOSAIC engine)
02:20 - Building Track 02
03:12 - Granular (MOSAIC engine)
04:37 - Building Track 03
05:14 - Modulating START (glitchy drum loop)
06:56 - Granular (MOSAIC engine)
09:29 - Building Track 04
10:08 - Modulating TEMPO
11:38 - Soloing Track 01
12:32 - Bringing back the drums
13:05 - Soloing Track 04
13:41 - Drums are back!
14:27 - Wrapping up!

Live Processing with Torso S-4 | DecadeBridge Sn + MTL Purpll Drone Improvisation

video upload by Andre Bregegere

"An improvised hardware session exploring live textural processing and generative drones.

In this performance, I’m using the Torso Electronics S-4 as the central sonic playground and processing brain. The Montreal Assembly (MTL) Purpll is set to drone mode, acting as a self-contained, unstable harmonic generator. Alongside it, the DecadeBridge Sn provides a gritty, compact synthesizer voice.

Both devices are routed into separate, dedicated inputs on the S-4, allowing for independent live looping, granular warping, and spatial sculpting on the fly.

The performance was recorded live from the S-4 output, then lightly mixed and mastered in Pro Tools

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🔴 GEAR USED:
• Torso Electronics S-4 (Granular Processor & Sampler)
• Montreal Assembly Purpll (PLL Synthesizer & Harmonizer)
• DecadeBridge Sn (FM Synthesizer / Noise Generator)"

Sculpting the Duos // Live Soundscapes with Torso S-4

video upload by Andre Bregegere

"A raw, live-recorded ambient improvisation using the Hikari Duos synthesizer routed through the Torso Electronics S-4 sculpting sampler for real-time processing and sound design.

This performance was captured entirely live in a single take, presented without any edits or arrangements after the fact. The master audio was lightly mixed and mastered in Pro Tools for clarity and depth.

Signal Flow & Routing:
• Source: Each of the two unique oscillators from the Hikari Duos is sent to its own dedicated channel on the Torso S-4 (Track 1 and Track 2).
• Processing: Both input tracks are actively sculpted live on the S-4 and routed through an Aux Send on Track 4 for shared spatial effects and texture generation.

If you enjoy live electronic music, generative soundscapes, and hardware jams, consider subscribing for more process-driven sessions.
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`#AmbientMusic #TorsoElectronics #HikariDuos #DawlessJam #SoundDesign #experiment #alelectronicmusic #electroacousticmusic"

Torso S-4 POLY Engine: Turning Samples Into Synths (Torso Explorations Vol. 34)

video upload by Andre Bregegere

"In Volume 34 of my Torso Explorations series, we are diving deep into the POLY engine on the Torso Electronics S-4 sculpting sampler. While the S-4 is an incredible texture and ambient machine, the POLY engine transforms it into an expressive, 8-voice polyphonic synthesizer by arranging samples chromatically across the keys.

I walk you through how to configure and play the POLY engine using two external MIDI controllers: the Keith McMillen QuNexus keyboard for manual playing, and the Korg SQ-1 for sequencing.

The POLY engine gives you per-voice control over amplitude and filter envelopes, allowing you to sculpt raw samples into beautifully playable synth patches.

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🎵 What's inside this video:

• Track 1: Demonstrating the core mechanics and envelope shaping of the POLY engine using a built-in stock sample.

• Track 2: A quick, live workflow showing how to sample an external acoustic instrument (my mandolin) using the S-4’s internal microphone and instantly flip it into a polyphonic synth patch.

This entire performance was recorded live in one take, with light mixing and mastering finished in Pro Tools. The video is fully annotated throughout so you can easily follow the exact parameters and routing I'm altering in real-time.

If you enjoy these deep dives into the S-4, please consider liking the video, subscribing to the channel, and leaving a comment with how you’re using your S-4!

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00:00 - Intro
00:37 - Setting up a first POLY track
04:24 - Sending Audio from one track to another
06:12 - Quickly recording, trimming, and saving a new sample
07:05 - Using the new sample to create a second POLY track
08:34 - Let's add some drums?
09:03 - And let's play!"

One Drum Loop, Infinite Soundscapes | Torso S-4 Exploration Vol. 34 #sounddesign

video upload by Andre Bregegere

"Welcome to Volume 34 of my Torso S-4 Explorations.

For this improvised live performance, I set a strict creative limitation: use only one single sample (a drum loop) and one single track on the Torso Electronics S-4. The goal was to push the boundaries of the S-4's granular and sound-design engines to see just how far a single piece of source audio could be stretched, morphed, and reshaped into a variety of sonic landscapes.

The performance was recorded live with only minor edits for pacing. Final audio was lightly mixed and mastered in Pro Tools."

Ambient From Scratch: Stock Samples & Live Recording | Torso S-4 Explorations Vol. 32

video upload by Andre Bregegere

"Welcome to Volume 32 of Torso S-4 Explorations. In this live-recorded session, I build an immersive ambient soundscape completely from scratch using only the Torso S-4.

This exploration relies entirely on internal S-4 factory samples combined with a short, live vocal phrase captured directly through the S-4’s built-in microphone. The video is structured to take you step-by-step through the creation and processing of each of the four tracks, with detailed on-screen annotations highlighting the specific techniques and effects used to build the tracks.

In the final section of the video, we transition from building to playing—exploring the expressive, generative possibilities of the completed texture.

The performance was captured live, and is presented here with minor edits to tighten the flow and remove redundancies. As a last step, the live recording was lightly mixed and mastered in Pro Tools."

00:00 - Introduction
00:20 - Track 1: Modulating speed in stretch mode
02:13 - Track 2: Generative melody with a single cycle sample
04:45 - Track 3: Capturing voice with the internal mic
08:39 - Track 4: Generative melody with a single note sample
11:34 - Live exploration & performance

Beautiful Meltdowns | A Live Benjolin Exploration (feat. Bien Jolie ! & Starlight Echo Station)

video upload by Andre Bregegere

"Running Rob Hordijk's chaotic Benjolin architecture through lush, vintage stereo delays.

In this session, I explore the interaction between the Glou-Glou Bien Jolie! and the Universal Audio UAFX Starlight Echo Station.

The Bien Jolie! serves as the generative core of the performance, utilizing its interacting analog VCOs, XOR logic, and Rungler shift register to create highly unpredictable, cross-modulated textures. To capture and reshape these chaotic voltages, the stereo output is routed directly into the Starlight Echo Station, utilizing its various vintage echo-emulation engines (Tape EP-III / Analog DMM / Precision) to add depth, space, and rhythmic structural movement to the evolving patterns. I also added a filter (High and Low pass, patched between the Bien Jolie! and the Starlight) to tame extreme frequencies.

This performance was captured entirely live and is presented mostly unedited. The recording was then lightly mixed and mastered in Pro Tools.

🎧 Listening Note:
Because this setup relies heavily on wide stereo imaging, ping-pong delay repetitions, and complex analog filter modulation, headphones or studio monitors are highly recommended for the best listening experience."

Exploring the Chromaplane: Live Improv, Tuning Screws, & External Drones

video upload by Andre Bregegere

"A live, fully improvised performance exploring the unique architecture of the Koma Elektronik Chromaplane. This session is a deeper dive into the instrument's hands-on playability—including on-the-fly tuning—and external input processing.

On-screen captions are included in the first half to break down the basics of the instrument and explain exactly what is happening under the hood.

Performance Breakdown:
• The Core: Sound generation starts with the Chromaplane, interacting directly with its electromagnetic fields.
• On-The-Fly Tuning: Watch as I use the tuning screws mid-performance to shift pitches and reshape the harmonic foundation in real-time.
• The Expansion: In the final act, things get heavier as I introduce an external input—the gritty, texture-rich Triad drone/noise synth by DecadeBridge.
• The Space: The entire mix is processed through the Universal Audio UAFX Starlight Echo Station to pull the mono signal into an immersive, wide stereo space.

The performance was recorded live, then lightly mixed and mastered in Pro Tools.

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0:00 - Intro

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Signal Chain:
• Synthesizer: Koma Elektronik Chromaplane
• External Input: DecadeBridge Triad (Drone/Noise Synth)
• Delay/Modulation: UAFX Starlight Echo Station
• DAW: Avid Pro Tools (Mixing & Mastering)"

Benjolin in a Pedal // Glou-Glou Bien Jolie ! Live Improv

video upload by Andre Bregegere

"In this session, I explore the Bien Jolie ! by Glou-Glou, a fascinating hybrid desktop effects pedal and standalone experimental synthesizer deeply inspired by Rob Hordijk's legendary Benjolin circuit.

Built around interacting analog VCOs, XOR logic, and the famous Rungler shift register, this box excels at generating unpredictable, evolving patterns, chaotic cross-modulation, and unique rhythmic textures. It brings the beautifully unstable spirit of the Benjolin into a highly tactile, semi-modular desktop format. This performance is captured entirely live and unedited, showcasing the spontaneous interaction between the internal normalized path and custom patch routings.🎛️ "