FDR-Sound — Electronic Music Made in Ableton Live
FDR-Sound is my music project, where I explore electronic music across different styles and moods. Sometimes I build slow ambient layers where a single tone breathes until space appears. Other times I construct driving EDM grooves with energy and rhythm at the center. In between, I push into experimental territory — pairing unlikely sounds, testing boundaries, and following ideas wherever they lead.
All music is made in Ableton Live, from first sketch to final mix.
The Sound of FDR-Sound
My music grows from texture and rhythm. First I find a starting point — a pulse, a tone, a field recording, or a single chord. From there I build outward, layering until something unexpected appears.
Ambient is where time stretches and fine details come forward. EDM, however, gives me the framework for energy and drive. Soundscapes are story-like terrains built from noise, melody and recorded space. In experimental work, finally, I loosen the rules and follow the sound wherever it leads.
Instruments and Tools
I build every sound from scratch using a focused set of synthesizers and processors.
For synthesis, Surge XT and Surge XT Effects provide complex modulation and atmospheric textures. Vital handles spectral and harmonic pads, while Serum 2 covers precise melodic and bass elements. For FM tones and metallic detail I turn to Dexed, and for raw analog-style sounds TAL NoiseMaker is my go-to. In addition, Podolski by U-He delivers simple but deep oscillator work, and Tricent by Full Bucket Music adds vintage polysynth textures. For extreme time-stretching and drone creation I use PaulXStretch by Sonosaurus. Furthermore, Kick 2 by Sonic Academy handles drum design, and VCV Rack 2 brings modular and generative elements into the mix.
For processing, Valhalla SuperMassive, ValhallaFreqEcho and ValhallaSpaceModulator create space and depth. TDR Nova serves as a dynamic equalizer, while TDR VOS SlickEQ handles transparent tonal shaping. In addition, TDR Kotelnikov takes care of mastering-grade compression. For warmth and movement I rely on TAL Chorus LX and the Soundtoys bundle 5.5 for creative effects. Finally, Convology XT, Ozone Imager 2 and HOFA 4U Meter Fader & MS Pan complete the signal chain for reverb, stereo width and metering.
Listen to FDR-Sound
You can find my music on Spotify and Bandcamp. New releases and process posts appear regularly on the blog.
For the visual side of this work, explore the VJ projection and generative art — sound and image always belong to the same idea.