Thanks so much @taylor
I’ve been working with two flows really. Either recording loops from the modular to 2-4 tape loops then playing back on both Uhers + a old beocord (the large one on the right) and also a really old elizabethan reel to reel from the 60s (not pictured). Then I would send them all back in to my modular system for processing.
My other flow is recording to loops from my daw/using samples and then sending them back in to the modular for processing, using nebulae and clouds.
I’ve mainly been creating long 30-60 minute ambient pieces due to a long ongoing obsession with the works of William Basinski/Eno
The process of creating tape loops is very cathartic and exploring the sonic possibilities of them has really helped keep me (almost) sane through the last 9 months. The physical aspect of recording, splicing and testing loops is so enjoyable and definitely feels similar to working with a modular system, taking time away from the computer is great. Unfortunately one of the Uhers has developed a speed issue so I’ve been attempting to fix that machine over the last few weeks but it may technically & mechanically be beyond my capabilities at this point.
Lots of what I have created over this time I haven’t recorded, I’ve just created pieces and sat and listened to them for hours on end.
