Welcome to my website, where music, electronics, and a deep passion for Reggae Dub converge.

 

Here, you’ll discover my skills and experience as a musician, electronic designer, sound designer, and plugin creator, all deeply rooted in my love for reggae and dub music.

I don’t just make music—I’m equally passionate about studio techniques, instrument preparation, vintage equipment, and the creativity and experimentation that define the roots of reggae.

 

The Inspiration of Jamaican Studios

 

In the early days of reggae in Jamaica, access to the latest equipment was often limited to the U.S. market. Jamaican engineers and producers had to innovate, repurpose older gear, and use unconventional techniques to create their signature sound—and the results were extraordinary.

My favorite studios, Channel One and King Tubby’s, played pivotal roles in shaping this sonic legacy. Channel One, established by JoJo Hoo Kim in 1972, and King Tubby’s studio in Waterhouse, opened in 1971, are iconic examples of ingenuity in action.

 

The Unsung Heroes: The Musicians

 

Often overlooked, the musicians of this era were true masters of their craft. Playing day and night, their skill level was so exceptional that they could record live in the studio, saving time and money. At Channel One, during the late ’70s and early ’80s, they recorded on either a 16-track Ampex MM1200 tape (for later mixing) or directly on a 4-track Ampex 440.

These 4-track tapes, often referred to as “Ghetto Sound,” were then sent to King Tubby or his assistants for final mixing and dub production. The musicians and engineers had no room for error—everything had to sound perfectly balanced before reaching Tubby’s studio.

 

The Craft Behind the Sound

 

I’m fortunate to own a few Channel One multitracks, which reveal the brilliance of these recordings. Many think Tubby’s magic came solely from his hardware, but the truth is, the sound was already there on the tapes. I’ve never heard anything as pure in today’s recordings.

Tubby’s studio operated like a stems mastering studio, using classic effects like spring reverb, analog delay, filters, and passive EQs to create the legendary dub sounds we know and love.

Channel One’s 16/8/2 mixing desk, similar to the API 2488, was a masterpiece of design, featuring transformers, passive EQs, discrete circuitry, and extensive routing capabilities. Even today, these vintage circuits remain unmatched in sound quality.

 

My Journey into Electronics

 

Fascinated by these processes, I began experimenting to find my own sound and create my own equipment. My first project was replicating the Altec 9069 filter found in King Tubby’s mixer (the “Big Knob”), with the help of a friend who introduced me to the world of electronics.

After sharing a few videos online, I was overwhelmed by requests from producers asking me to build clones of this filter. That’s when my journey as an electronics designer truly began.

 

Handcrafted for Reggae and Beyond

 

Today, I design and build hardware by hand in France, blending vintage inspiration with modern reliability. Supported by a dedicated group of beta testers, I create custom solutions for producers, musicians, and recording studios.

 

Rubaddrum: Capturing the Spirit of Rub-a-Dub

 

I’m also the creator of Rubaddrum, a drum plugin designed to emulate the dry, punchy tones of ’80s rub-a-dub, inspired by Roots Radics recordings at Channel One. Available in two versions, V1 and V2, each features unique libraries of meticulously sampled drum kits, sticks, and skins, offering authentic sonic textures for reggae and dub producers.

 

Thank You for Your Support

 

I want to express my gratitude to everyone who has supported me, from beta testers to clients and collaborators. Your encouragement motivates me to keep innovating and crafting tools that honor reggae’s rich history while inspiring its future.

 

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