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By Computer Music ( Computer Music ) published 26 May 2017

The techno and house-loving producer has Rob Papen to thank for his funky, chunky bottom end

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Ableton Live 9.7

Ableton Live 9.7

“I started with Cubase and found it way too difficult. At the time I was more of a DJ than a producer, and Cubase didn’t make sense.

“Ableton wasn’t so good technically, but it allowed me to find my way in the world of the studio. On average, I create three or four tracks every week on Ableton - that’s good enough for me.”

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