Illustrious Sound
My Studio Journal
For Beginners, by a Beginner — Synths, Sound, and the Art of Figuring It Out
Figuring It Out
From modular synthesis to essential studio setups — learn to build, connect, and explore your creative space.
Studio Setup
Gear & Gadgets
Cables & Connections
Studio Design
Workflow
Studio Journey
Latest Articles
Entry 84 – Power Rack and SP-404MKII Stand
Why Are We Drawn to the Things We Love? Psychologically speaking, I’ve always thought it would...
Entry 83 – SP-404MKII Update Attempts
A Love–Hate Letter to Roland (and Friends) This post may land me in a world of hate—but I’m...
Entry 82 – Shelf and Sampler
Trying Something That Isn’t “You” One of the quieter threads running through my studio...
Untangling Eurorack & Your Studio
Tutorials and insights exploring patchable synths, semi-modular instruments, and hands-on studio setups.
My Modular
Out of the Box
Getting Semi with It
The Learning Rig
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