Hainbach: The Experimentalist Behind the Laboratory Sound
Stefan Paul Goetsch, the German composer and YouTuber known as Hainbach, treats music production like the Dark Souls of synthesis. By repurposing salvaged nuclear-testing gear and vintage telephone line equipment, he maintains a relentless creative pace that yielded six albums in 2025 alone, including the collaborative project Gentle Hum.
Beyond his work with unconventional percussion and analog drones, Goetsch has carved out a distinct niche as an educator. His YouTube channel demystifies experimental techniques and obscure hardware, bridging the gap between arcane sonic textures and modern digital audio workstations through collaborations with firms like AudioThing. His influence extends into the software realm, where his signature sound is distilled into plugins such as Wires.
When asked about the foundation of his intimidating studio setup, Goetsch points to the Nagra reel-to-reel tape recorder. He characterizes the device as a marvel of engineering, noting that its high-end performance remains unmatched decades after its manufacturing. For his digital workflow, the primary requirement for any new system is the installation of the granular processing app Gauss.
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