Layering multiple synths and samples together to get a cohesive sound that’s greater than the sum of its parts isn’t so much a secret in music production, but it does seem like something that is hard to quantify. Because of this, most new producers spend years or trial and error throwing sounds together to get that massive, nuanced sound that their favorite artists easily pull off.
If only actionable advice and overarching workflows could make layering sound straightforward, right?
Luckily, Syence, a duo based out of southern California, has found the recipe for success when it comes to layering. Zach, one of the members, came to chat with us about how he layers libraries and sounds in Kontakt 8 to produce his unique take on modern music, one that has all the punchy and clarity of commercial dance music paired with the swagger and energy of the underground.
With a recent release on Anjunabeats and a nationwide tour on the horizon to support the release of this 2024 capstone release – their first album next to happiness – there is no better time to hear how they work their magic and how tools like Kontakt (and others) have shaped their sound and defined their career.
