A variation of the phasing technique by minimalist composer Steve Reich using looped samples.

Starting around 1965, Reich experimented with identical tape loops run at slightly different speeds to create sound effects created by phase shifting.

This patch uses two duplicates of recorded sound loops: One of a Cloudrum VSTi (Ample Percussion), the other of a simple drum loop consisting of kick and snare from Drumpad (Image Line). Each loop is either slowed down or sped up very slightly against the other (reference loop), creating intriguing phase effects.

Speed differences are controlled by the CV module (docB), where ‘0’ (zero) denotes equal speed with the reference loop.

Depending on the extent of the phase shift, the patch constantly produces new rhythms or total chaos. If you like a particular moment, set the speed difference to zero.

Samples are hosted in sickoSampler2 (sickozell) and saved with the patch. You can replace them with any sample you like.

Corresponding samples are panned hard left and right for a stereo effect. Headphones recommended for a full experience.