Electro / Magnetic

Hey friends! 👋
I just had some fun with the Donner Essential L1—a modern analog synth that’s perfect for creating ambient drones and cinematic soundscapes. 🎶✨

In my new video, I show how I like to set it up, share a few simple tips, and take you on a little live sonic adventure with it. We all love ambient vibes & synth textures, and also geeking out with cool gear... so I'm sure you might enjoy this one!

#DonnerL1 #AmbientSynth #DroneMusic #CinematicSoundscapes #SynthExploration

1 month ago | [YT] | 5

Electro / Magnetic

This Cheap Analog Synth Is More Than Just Bass! 🎛

I got my hands on the Donner B1, an affordable analog bass synth, but instead of sticking to classic basslines, I decided to push it outside its comfort zone. 😏

In my latest video, I break down the B1’s features, show how it can be used creatively for ambient music, and finish off with a live jam—pairing it with the Roland S-1 for dreamy drone layers and Valhalla Supermassive for lush reverb.
Whether you’re a beginner, hobbyist, or synth enthusiast, this is a fun, affordable synth worth checking out!

This little synth might surprise you—let me know in the comments how you would use the Donner B1 in your setup! 🎹🔥

#Synthesizer #AmbientMusic #DonnerB1 #AnalogSynth #MusicProduction #SynthJam

6 months ago | [YT] | 2

Electro / Magnetic

🎛️ New Video Alert! 🎛️

I just dropped a full review & demo of the Sonicware Liven Ambient Ø on my channel! 🌌✨

👉 Is it the right synth for you? I break down everything—from its sound design capabilities and powerful sequencer to its build quality and quirks. Whether you're a beginner looking for easy drones or a seasoned ambient artist hunting for your next sound machine, this one's for you.

🔍 In this video:
✅ Pros & Cons
🎚️ Drone machine potential
🎛️ Effects & sound design
🎵 Sequencer power
⚡ Final Verdict: Does it live up to the hype?

📺 Watch it here: https://youtu.be/2LBXgXQS4yQ

Let me know what you think of the Liven Ambient Ø in the comments, and if you’ve tried it yourself! 👇
#AmbientMusic #SynthReview #SonicwareLiven #SoundDesign #DroneMachine #AmbientSynth

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7 months ago | [YT] | 22

Electro / Magnetic

✨ Yaksi is out now! ✨

Dear friends, The day has finally arrived—Yaksi, my new ambient album, is officially out on Aural Films via Bandcamp!


Each track is an invitation to pause, reflect, and dream, weaving a tapestry of nostalgia and hope. I poured my heart into this music, and I’m so excited to finally share it with you.


🎶 Listen and download now: universalmagnetic.bandcamp.com/album/yaksi


Thank you, as always, for being part of this journey. Your support means the world to me.
With gratitude, Nicola a.k.a. Electro / Magnetic


P.S. I’d love to hear your thoughts on the album—feel free to share your impressions!

8 months ago | [YT] | 9

Electro / Magnetic

Dear friends,

I’m thrilled to announce the release of my new ambient album, Yaksi, coming this Saturday, January 18th, on Aural Films via Bandcamp.

Yaksi invites you on a transcendent journey through echoes of a forgotten past. Inspired by the ancient beauty and mystique of the Yaksi—a sensual, feminine nature spirit—the album delves into faded memories, whispers of lives once lived, and the bittersweet ache of something profoundly beautiful yet distant. Each track weaves a tapestry of nostalgia and hope, offering a space to reconnect with something ancient and timeless.

This album is deeply personal, and I’m so excited to share it with you. I hope it brings you the same peace and inspiration it brought me while creating it.

Thank you, as always, for your continued support on this creative journey.

With gratitude,
Nicola a.k.a. Electro / Magnetic

P.S. Don’t forget to visit universalmagnetic.bandcamp.com/ on January 18th to listen and download!

P.P.S. Attached to this message is a photograph by Miroslav Tichý, whose work beautifully reflects the themes of the album. This evocative black-and-white image of a woman’s legs—seductive, faded, and mysterious—mirrors the feelings of femininity, timelessness, and ancient beauty that inspired Yaksi. While it’s not the album cover, it resonates deeply with the essence of the music.

8 months ago | [YT] | 23

Electro / Magnetic

Hey synth fam! Some of you kindly encouraged me to create my own online lessons about ambient music making. While I'm always glad to help fellow musicians to grow by sharing my experience, I don't feel ready for such a task. Creating long form videos and structure them into a quality course is a skill that I haven't mastered yet.

What I thought I could do instead, is to offer one-to-one consultations to help you with your goals, from answering beginners questions to sharing tips and ideas with more experienced musicians.
Does it sound interesting to you? Would you use this service?

1 year ago | [YT] | 5

Electro / Magnetic

My new album "Dancing in the Deep" is out - Listen now: bit.ly/dancinginthedeep

1 year ago | [YT] | 12

Electro / Magnetic

Calling all Ambient music enthusiasts! Struggling to make your music sound pro?

Many ambient musicians often record a full performance or a whole jam session directly in the computer, so there aren't separate tracks to mix. Anyway there are techniques to process the whole recording to make it sound great.

Would you be interested in a video with tips and tricks about recording and mixing ambient music performances?

1 year ago | [YT] | 6

Electro / Magnetic

🎉 New Album Release Announcement! 🎉

I'm thrilled to announce that my new ambient drone album, "Dancing in the Deep," will be released on Bandcamp by Aural Films on July 12, 2024!

"Dancing in the Deep" is a sonic journey through underwater enigmatic depths, where the interplay of darkness and light crafts a hauntingly beautiful soundscape. Each track immerses you in a different layer of this eerie world, characterized by rich basses and muffled, unsettling sounds that evoke mysterious and shadowy realms. The album leans towards dark, cinematic drone and culminates in a serene and calming composition that offers a gentle respite from the preceding darkness.

The cover image features a woman underwater in low light, leaving you with the uncertainty of her fate: is she dancing, struggling, enjoying, or suffering?
Here you can see two alternative versions of the artwork: which one works best? Let me know your thoughts in the comments!

Stay tuned for more updates, and don't forget to mark your calendars for July 12th! 🌊🎶✨

#NewAlbum #AmbientMusic #DroneMusic #DancingInTheDeep #AuralFilms #ElectronicMusic #Soundscapes #CinematicDrone

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1 year ago | [YT] | 10