Ambient/space music artist Craig Padilla shared this live performance of Surface Ascent, an extended electronic instrumental piece, in four parts.

Here’s what Padilla shared about the technical details of his performance:

This song features heavy use of many synthesizers and effects:

Akai MPC ONE
Yamaha MODX M7
Synthrotek MST & Division 6 Modular with Source Audio Collider
Mattson Mini Modular with Source Audio Nemesis
ARP 2500 Sequencer
Arturia MatrixBrute
Hologram Microcosm
TC Electronics Ditto X4

The Mattson Mini Modular and ARP 2500 Sequencer modules create an underwater sonar-like vibe before the first rhythmic sequence begins.

This song will be available on Padilla’s upcoming live album, First Light Over Aurora. You can find Padilla’s music at his Bandcamp site.