Portrait of Piet Kämpfer.

Piet Kämpfer

Protonica and Deep Roots in Trance

Berlin-based DJ, producer, and sound designer Piet Kämpfer has been a driving force in progressive trance for more than 20 years with his project Protonica. These days, he's also exploring new ground in melodic techno, while running his own sound design label Kämpfer Audio. In the studio, Piet often turns to the Waldorf Iridium Desktop to work on his sounds. We had the chance to chat with him about his music, creative process, and how the Iridium fits into his work. Check it out!

Portrait of Piet Kämpfer.

Piet Kämpfer

Protonica and Deep Roots in Trance

Berlin-based DJ, producer, and sound designer Piet Kämpfer has been a driving force in progressive trance for more than 20 years with his project Protonica. These days, he's also exploring new ground in melodic techno, while running his own sound design label Kämpfer Audio. In the studio, Piet often turns to the Waldorf Iridium Desktop to work on his sounds. We had the chance to chat with him about his music, creative process, and how the Iridium fits into his work. Check it out!

Compact Power, Infinite Possibilities

The Iridium Core delivers the renowned Iridium sound engine in a compact, portable design. With five synthesis models, extensive modulation, and 24-bit audio, it offers high-end sound for producers on the go.

Full Performance, Endless Creativity

The Iridium pairs its acclaimed sound engine with a 49-key Fatar polyphonic aftertouch keyboard, offering expressive control and deep sound design for performers and producers seeking a powerful instrument.

The Classic of Wavetable Synthesis

The Waldorf M combines the classic Microwave I and II sound with modern features, offering 8-bit and 16-bit wavetable modes, analog filters, and hands-on control for warm, textured tones in contemporary productions.

Compact Power, Infinite Possibilities

The Iridium Core delivers the renowned Iridium sound engine in a compact, portable design. With five synthesis models, extensive modulation, and 24-bit audio, it offers high-end sound for producers on the go.

Full Performance, Endless Creativity

The Iridium pairs its acclaimed sound engine with a 49-key Fatar polyphonic aftertouch keyboard, offering expressive control and deep sound design for performers and producers seeking a powerful instrument.

The Classic of Wavetable Synthesis

The Waldorf M combines the classic Microwave I and II sound with modern features, offering 8-bit and 16-bit wavetable modes, analog filters, and hands-on control for warm, textured tones in contemporary productions.