“Music is the universal language. If I can help spread positivity, joy, and a sense of togetherness through it, my purpose is fulfilled.”
Immersed into the “electronic” scene in 1987 with heavy influences from Industrial music, 80’s New Wave, and early Hip Hop, Unit: E became a prominent figure in the underground and club scene of Hawaii. From the Full Moon Gatherings and “Techno Tuesdays” of ’99 to headlining the Hawaii Electronic Music Festival and Earthdance today, Unit: E has participated in countless events across Hawaii and the West Coast US.
In more recent years, Unit: E has taken to teaching classes to groups and individuals on the subject of hardware music production and performance, and the fundamentals of DJing, including getting familiar with the different types of gear used. This has shown to be quite effectual and he has secured contracts with Roland US as a Cloud Academy instructor and a DJ Ambassador.
Providing clear, simple instruction in a relaxed and understanding environment, Unit: E has guided hundreds of budding electronic musicians through the difficult beginnings of electronic music production and performance. Opening for acts such as Mark Farina, Bonobo (DJ Set), Late Night Alumni, Shiny Toy Guns, DJ Harvey, DJ Garth, and more has given Unit: E the opportunity to watch and learn from them and apply that knowledge to his teachings.
Always on the dance floor when not behind the decks, and smiling at everyone he meets, you can bet that Unit: E has his heart and soul in the music.

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Recent Videos.
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Virgo Chill - Jam Version
A jam of a track I'm working on. Chill vibe using the Roland family. Devices used... TR-8S, MC-707, JU-06A, SE-02, SH-4D, MX-1 and the @midronome as master clock. -
Roland Aira Compact Jam 02 - Deep Tech House (#formydad)
A quick jam of the new patterns/patches I came up with during my journey from Chicago back to my home in Hawaii.
I had to drop my life at home and rush to Chicago to see/care for my father, who went into the hospital. The events that transpired there took me on a rollercoaster of emotions and tested my mental fortitude. With the incredible support of my wife and kids back home, and my sister in Chicago with me, I was able to keep it together.
This is the result. Enjoy!
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MC-707 Tutorial: Note Copy / Paste Shortcut
In this short video, I show you how to copy and paste steps on a Tone track using an easy-to-remember, one-handed button combination. -
MC-707 Tutorial: Note Shift Shortcut
In this video, I quickly show you how to shift a sequence left or right using an easy button combination. Remember, this shifts ALL steps in the sequence. If you want to move just one step, use the copy/paste shortcut (select a step, hold func, press up cursor to copy, select a new step, hold func, and press the down cursor to paste).