In 1985, DJ Pierre and Spanky of Phuture picked up a secondhand Roland TB-303 from a thrift shop. What they accidentally discovered while twisting its knobs became one of the most influential sounds in the history of dance music: acid house.
In this rare and personal interview, DJ Pierre tells the full story: where the 303 came from, what Ron Hardy did with "Acid Tracks" at the Music Box, and why refusing to read the manual was the best decision he ever made.
Demonstrating on an original 303 and the TB-03 he tours with today, DJ Pierre shows off the unique feel and taste that make up his sonic signature.