Meet the Team – Gabor: Bringing Karanyi’s Vision to Life
September 13, 2024We’re happy to introduce you to the talented individuals who make our audio magic possible. Today, we’re excited to spotlight Gabor, our VST GUI designer extraordinaire, who joined us in 2024.
Gabor isn’t just the designer assistant of our company’s founder and mastermind, Dani Karanyi. He’s the alchemist who helps transform Dani’s complex audio concepts and intuitive, visually stunning interfaces into working prototypes and make additional skins. His work ensures that when you open a Karanyi Sounds plugin, you’re not just getting powerful audio tools—you’re getting an experience.
Let’s dive into Gabor’s world of pixels and presets:
Q: What motivates you when working on a new product?
A: I’m motivated by the opportunity to enhance the user experience with a well-designed, aesthetic interface supporting musicians’ creative process. I enjoy creating designs that are both visually appealing and functional.
Q: What challenges do you encounter in your work, and how do you solve them?
A: The biggest challenge is balancing creative ideas with practical usability.
Q: What music genres do you listen to most often, and how does this influence your work?
A: I listen to various genres, from electronic to hardcore punk. However, when designing, I mostly listen to dub and old-school reggae because they help me stay focused and boost my creative flow.
Q: How do you see the future of music software and VSTs?
A: I think AI will be a big game-changer for the industry. AI-powered tools will completely transform workflows, changing how we create music and interact with software.
Q: What are your favorite products from us and why?
A: My favorite products are Polyscape 2 and Lofi Keys. Polyscape 2 is perfect for experimental and ambient music, while Lofi Keys is my go-to for warm, nostalgic sounds.
Gabor’s insights give us a glimpse into the creative process behind our user interfaces. His passion for combining functionality with aesthetics is crucial in making our products powerful and user-friendly.
As we continue to innovate in the audio software world, team members like Gabor ensure that our products sound great and look great. Stay tuned for more team spotlights.
