In the ever-evolving ecosystem of digital music production, few names have managed to encapsulate the chaotic, nostalgic, and futuristic energy of hyperpop quite like Umru. As a core member of the PC Music collective and an engineer for artists like 100 gecs, Umru has become synonymous with overdriven 808s, pitch-shifted vocals, and aggressive sound design. Following the success of his first outing, the long-awaited has finally arrived, promising to arm producers with an even more refined arsenal of digital destruction.
While the first volume established the foundation, pushes into more aggressive, textured territory. It isn’t just a collection of drum hits; it’s a masterclass in sound design.
If you’ve spent any time listening to the glitchy, high-energy landscape of modern pop, you’ve heard . As a key architect of the PC Music sound and a frequent collaborator with Charli XCX and 100 gecs, Umru has defined the "industrial-meets-bubblegum" aesthetic. With the release of Splice Sounds - Umru Sound Cache Vol 2 , he has once again opened up his personal vault of WAV files, offering producers a toolkit for the future. Beyond the Grid: What’s Inside Vol. 2?
The Ultimate Toolkit for Hyperpop: Diving into umru - Sound Cache Vol. 2