Voltage Drop
supercolliderPractice Journal Entry
I’m diving into the trap-trance fusion I’ve been obsessing over — using 808 pitch envelope automation as the primary melodic voice. The concept is voltage drop: the 808 sweeps create melodic tension while a polyrhythmic 3-against-4 pattern between the trance kick (4/4) and hi-hats (3/4) generates rhythmic chaos underneath. This pushes my SuperCollider pattern skills and explores how sub-bass can carry melody in electronic music. The title “Voltage Drop” reflects both the 808 pitch sweeps and the electrical tension of conflicting time signatures.