Today we’re joined by Dustyn Hiett, founder of vvundertone, a musician with expansive experience dedicated to crafting inspiring texturized samples for the music community. He specializes in using inexpensive, often forgotten or looked down upon analog gear to create a recognizable sonic fingerprint. In 2021, he released vvundertone to the public and embarked on a journey to create a sample company that values transparency in process and education.

In this episode, Toru connects with Dustyn Hiett, founder of vvundertone, to discuss the intersection of analog and digital sounds in modern music production. Dustyn elaborates on his journey from traditional gear to accessible, innovative production tools, highlighting how vvundertone’s offerings, like the GOD DRUM KIT and WET DRUMS, stand out by capturing truly organic soundscapes. This conversation reveals Dustyn’s approach to simplifying complex techniques for a wider audience, while making vvundertone a resource that caters to both emerging and experienced producers alike.

Throughout the episode we discuss:

* Dustyn’s inspiration for creating vvundertone.

* The synergy between analog warmth and digital precision in vvundertone’s sound kits.

* Insights into Dustyn’s production philosophy, including his minimalist approach to plugins.

* Recent vvundertone releases like the GOD DRUM KIT and vvunder-vision for visual creatives.

* How vvundertone products provide practical tools that cater to the unique needs of music producers.

Three Gems From This Conversation:

* Analog-Digital Fusion: Dustyn emphasizes that vvundertone is about blending the best of analog and digital sounds to provide producers with rich textures that elevate their work.

* Less is More: Dustyn shares his philosophy of achieving depth in music by using a minimalist approach to plugins and focusing on mastering essential tools.

* Consistency over Gear: Dustyn advocates for daily practice and skill development over accumulating gear, underscoring the importance of creative intention.

Timeline:

00:00 - Intro

01:49 - Welcome to Dustyn Hiett of vvundertone

02:46 - Track 1: “Trying to Put the Blame on Me” by Sun Ra

09:48 - The Power of Rawness in Music

10:01 - Track 2: “You Still Believe in Me” by The Beach Boys

15:42 - Exploring the Beach Boys' Influence

16:02 - “Ayonha” by Hamid Al Shaeri

21:56 - The Misconception of Gear in Music Production

26:48 - Finding Your Sonic Identity

36:09 - Meditative Practices in Music

42:39 - Consistency and Artistic Development

46:13 - The Emotional Connection to Music

List of References from the Interview:

Music:

* “Trying to Put the Blame on Me” by Sun Ra

* “You Still Believe in Me” by The Beach Boys

* “Ayonha” by Hamid Al Shaeri

Books/Authors/Podcasts:

* Effortless Mastery by Kenny Werner

Products:

* GOD DRUM KIT

* WET DRUMS

* VVUNDER-VISION: Subtle

Connect with Dustyn and vvundertone:

* Website: vvundertone.com

* Instagram: @vvundertone

* YouTube: vvundertone

Connect with Toru:

* Website: torubeat.com

* Instagram: @torubeat

* YouTube: @torubeat

* Spotify: Toru

* Apple Music: Toru

Credits:

This episode was co-produced, engineered and edited by Matthew Diaz. From ProducerHead, this is Toru, and in a way, so are you. Peace.

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