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KSHMR on Bloom: The Vision Behind His New Plugin

Following the release of Bloom KSHMR, we sat down with the acclaimed producer to dive into the inspiration, design, and creative intent behind his first instrument Bloom KSHMR. Known for fusing cinematic depth with global influences, KSHMR brought his signature style and cultural roots into this powerful new instrument - packed with authentic Indian sounds, rhythmic sequences, and a uniquely visual interface. In our conversation, he shares the story behind the project, his favorite features, and how producers can start exploring its full potential.

What was the original concept behind Bloom KSHMR?

I wanted to make a plug-in that offered producers authentic Indian instruments with a powerful engine to edit them and make them their own. Bloom was the perfect platform to do that on.

What’s the visual concept behind Bloom KSHMR?

The main interface features a mandala, which is a signature of India. This mandala has a hypnotic animated motion to it, which I find inspiring when I am writing.

What makes Bloom KSHMR different from other plugins you’ve used or worked on?

My plug-ins in the past have been tools to make the most of the sounds you already have, but in Bloom KSHMR, I’m actually offering a wealth of sounds that were painstakingly recorded. In a sense, this is my first plug-in that makes sound.

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Any tips on where to start with Bloom KSHMR?

I would say go mess around with the presets, so much work was put into the presets. Start by clicking the black keys on your piano that correspond with the sequences, because the sequences show you what we were thinking about how to use the preset when making it.

Do you have a favorite feature or hidden trick inside the plugin?

It’s not exactly hidden, but using full screen to make sequences allows you to see all your elements on a grid and create patterns where they interact really easily. I also love the noise effect when switched to dynamic because you can layer drums or anything else with a sound source, like metallic or rain, to get an added rhythmic texture.