Immerse yourself in the unique soundscape of the Liminal Series Bundle, a collection of 457 meticulously crafted one-shot drum and synth samples designed for dream pop creators, but used in all types of genres. Inspired by my recent fascination with binaural sounds—where similar yet distinct left and right audio signals merge to create ethereal experiences—I set out to push this concept to its limits.
I took some of the worlds most sought after analog synthesizers (The UDO Super 6 and Steiner-Connolly Synthacon) and created hifi analog drum and synth one shots. I then processed those same sounds through the Casio SK1 to achieve a lofi version of that same sound. I then panned each of these sounds left and right in the stereo field and then added a separate analog spring reverb to each channel to get additional variance in tone. The result is so beautiful sounding, and completely unique to anything I’ve ever heard.
This bundle includes all of the dry lofi and hifi versions of the sounds seperately, combined in stereo, combined in stereo + spring reverb, and combined in mono + spring reverb.
Below is a list of the sample packs included in the LIMINAL bundle:
CELESTIAL: Experience the pristine clarity of 61 high-fidelity mono WAV samples created with the UDO Super 6 synthesizer. These samples encapsulate the heavenly resonance of digital waves through analog filters, perfect for crafting expansive, dreamlike atmospheres. – $20
UNDERWORLD: Delve into 61 raw, textured mono WAV samples, each processed through the vintage 1986 Casio SK1 to achieve a distinctly gritty, lo-fi character. This pack adds a darker, more visceral layer to your sound palette. – $20
PURGATORY: Bridge the realms of clarity and distortion with 183 samples. These sounds, alternately panned and processed through analog spring reverb, create a complex tapestry of otherworldly vibrations, showcasing the liminal space between hi-fi and lo-fi. $35
ARTIFACTS: Containing 38 drum samples, this pack fuses analog warmth with lo-fi processing. Made with the Steiner-Connolly Synthacon, these samples blend the raw energy of analog drums with the distinctive texture of Casio SK1 processing. $20
FOSSILS: Explore another set of 38 drum samples, where each sound is crafted for depth and grit. Also made with the Steiner-Connolly Synthacon, these samples are enhanced with Casio SK1 effects to complement any track needing a robust, textured backbone. $20
HALFLIFE: Step into the nuanced threshold between high-fidelity clarity and warm lo-fi with the HalfLife Drum Pack. This collection merges 78 samples, pairing the crisp, high-quality analog sounds of our Fossils pack with the distinct, warm digital textures of our Artifacts pack, creatively processed through the Casio SK-1. This pack is a dream for producers aiming to sculpt soundscapes with a rich tapestry of textural contrasts: $35
The Liminal Concept
Each sample in this bundle is a testament to my exploration of ‘the in-between’—the magical space where high-end synths and their lo-fi counterparts intersect. By experimenting with both hi-fi and lo-fi versions of the same sound, this collection invites producers to explore the nuanced dynamics and textures that emerge.