Welcome to Studio Favorites, a new series where we ask artists to open up their creative toolkits and reveal the gear and software they rely on the most. This time, we’re diving into the world of Stimming – the Hamburg-born producer whose emotionally charged, genre-defying take on House music has earned him a place as one of the scene’s most original voices. From field recordings to classical reinterpretations, Stimming’s work is all about depth, texture, and innovation.

Shure KSE1500

“One day, I sorted the in-ear list on Thomann from most expensive. And I found the best sound there is: the one-way membrane of these beauties is lighter than air, which makes them incredibly detailed and nuanced. Really the closest I can be to music.”

The Shure KSE1500 is a reference-grade electrostatic in-ear headphone system known for its stunning clarity and precision. Stimming swears by them for their ability to reveal every subtle nuance in a mix, offering an almost tangible connection to the music. When emotional detail and sonic accuracy matter most, these are his go-to.

Radial JDI Duplex

“A Swiss Army knife for many, many tasks. It accepts all possible connections (XLR, Jack, RCA, minijack), plus it can split and combine. So you can use two synths on one stereo input, or record a dry and effected version of the same signal at once. Plus the Jensen transformer does a tiny bit good on the sound (I blind-checked against a simpler one), which is a welcomed extra.”

The Radial JDI Duplex is a premium passive stereo direct box trusted by top engineers and artists for its impeccable sound quality and versatility. Stimming uses it to handle complex routing scenarios in the studio, from combining signals to recording multiple versions of the same source. The high-end Jensen transformer adds just a touch of sonic magic, making it a staple in his creative workflow.

Sinevibes Corrosion v2 VST

“A distortion plugin that I solely use for saturation, whenever I need a little loud- and roughness on a signal. Highly recommended!”

Sinevibes’ Corrosion v2 is a versatile distortion plugin designed for everything from subtle warmth to full-on sonic destruction. For Stimming, though, it shines as a saturation tool—adding just the right amount of grit and character to push sounds forward in the mix without overpowering them. Its intuitive interface and precise control make it an essential part of his production process.

Catch Stimming live on 15 July 2025 for Track from Scratch Pt3, where he’ll break down his latest production step by step, sharing sound design, mixing tips, and creative insights.