Exploring the Electronics Behind Ben Ruppel’s ‘Midi Masterpiece’
Exploring the Electronics Behind Ben Ruppel’s ‘Midi Masterpiece’ At Hustle and Grind, we normally focus on electronics reviews. What makes this post unique is that we had the incredible opportunity to dive into the technology that our very own Hustle and Grind founder, Ben Ruppel, used to create his latest album, ‘Midi Masterpiece.’ This all-instrumental album, spanning tracks recorded from 2020 to 2025, is a return to Ben’s original vision in audio recording and production. In this deep dive, we’ll explore the hardware and software that powered this project, uncovering the synthesizers, samplers, drum machines, keyboards, and software plugins that brought ‘Midi Masterpiece’ to life. A Journey Back to the Beginning For Ben, ‘Midi Masterpiece’ is more than just an album—it’s a full-circle moment. The decision to make it instrumental-only reflects his roots in electronic music production, allowing the focus to remain on the textures, rhythms, and mel...