Signed Roland TB-303 synthesizer from Prince Paul’s personal studio (1990s–2000s) hyldon from hip-hop and electro to

from hip-hop and electro to rock

syncopated rhythms and a futuristic sonic palette

These tapes offer a rare glimpse into his creative process and studio experimentation

and the resilient Black and queer communities who kept the scene alive

” Scarce alternate versions from the early 2000s Warp ecosystem

Signed Roland TB-303 synthesizer from Prince Paul’s personal studio (1990s–2000s) hyldon from hip-hop and electro toThis TB 303 spent time in Prince Pauls personal studio throughout the 1990s and 2000s, reflecting his instinct for surrounding himself with unconventional instruments that pushed far beyond the traditional hip hop production toolkit. Released by Roland in 1981 as the "Bassline," the TB 303 was originally marketed as a practice tool to simulate bass guitar accompaniment, before being discontinued by 1984. Later rediscovered by Chicago house pioneers,