Drone synths are definitely flavour of the month in the synth world, with all manner of devices to create madcap noise combinations, unearthly sweeps and lofi effects. The Headmelter from the appropriately named Mindburner is one such device, which is equally affordable and portable – with phasing and shape-shifting sounds from another dimension.
This compact yet potent noise machine will bring you a great source of chaos and fun, with an expressive list of parameters to change! You’ll be intrigued to tweak the Confusion, Relapse and Hyper Boost settings, as much as the more conventional oscillator frequencies and filter control. The Headmelter has two sound generators for metallic syncing and detuned phatness – ran through some insane circuitry, all emitted through a mono output jack.
It’s ideal for making more experimental sounds, wreaking havoc with the sonic landscape and generally tearing up the fabric of time. It uses high-quality Alpha potentiometers to ensure it’ll survive both an apocalypse and the inevitable abuse you’ll be inclined to give it!
Mindburner create and ship their music devices to you from Ireland – see exactly what their Headmelter will do in the proceeding video!
