Today is a special day for me. No, it’s not my birthday, but as I write this text, I’m passing a personal milestone of over 10,000 monthly listeners on Spotify. For me, this achievement is astounding, and I’m truly delighted about it. Naturally, the situation might shift next month. The numbers might increase or decrease slightly… Regardless, I have two reasons to celebrate today. Besides the milestone, the second cause for joy is finally releasing a Preset Collection I’ve been delaying for quite some time. So, here it finally is – ‘Darker’, a 29 Preset Collection for the amazing Valhalla Delay.

The Valhalla Delay stands out as a remarkable tool, earning its place as a true masterpiece in the realm of sound design. It consistently ranks among my top go-to delays, especially when I need to add depth and (experimental) texture to my projects on the computer. This versatile plugin shines with its ability to perform ducking, pitch shifting, and tape emulation, offering a broad spectrum of features that cater to an extensive range of sound design needs. Its sound quality is nothing short of spectacular, delivering exceptional clarity and richness that can transform any audio piece. 

You want it darker, I kill the flame. For those seeking a deeper, more resonant tone, the ‘Darker’ sound design preset collection for the Valhalla Delay is the perfect solution. This carefully curated collection provides a vast array of options for both reverbs and delays, enriched with spatial depth, temporal flexibility, and intricate modulation possibilities. I have personally recreated some of my favorite presets from the Meris LVX, as well as from another beloved delay of mine, the Strymon El Capistan, with the intention of taking a step forward in sound innovation. These two pedals are essentials in my toolkit, indispensable for my work. 

The ‘Darker’ preset collection is specifically crafted for Pads and Leads, featuring a total of 29 presets tailored for experimental sound design. Within this collection, you’ll find some presets that assert themselves boldly and prominently right from the start, while others are meticulously designed to unfold and evolve gradually, revealing their complexity over time. This blend offers a versatile toolset for creators seeking to explore new sonic landscapes or enhance their music with unique auditory textures, particularly the Schattenwelt & SOS (Sound on Sound) presets, which are designed for layered, evolving sounds (no sound examples shown here). Patience is key with these presets; give them time to evolve and bloom. 

29 Prestes, 5 Preset categories: 

• Art von Realismus 
• Geisterwelt 
• Schattenwelt 
• Schauplatz 
• SOS 
• 666 

When integrating these presets into your projects, feel free to use them as either an insert or a send effect. Dial in the right amount of mix and adjust the settings to suit your taste. With plans to potentially design a Vol. 2 focused on Drums and Plucks, there’s more to look forward to. For easy installation, refer to the guidelines provided in the appendix.

Purchase here on Bandcamp

As you might know, I do not do sponsorships. However, if you do not own the Valhalla Delay, I recommend purchasing it to offer your support:  valhalladsp.com/shop/delay/valhalladelay

Thank you for your support.
From Zürich with love,
An Moku