“The use of ring modulation as an audio effect goes back to the start of electronic music. First time users may struggle to make sense of how to use it, often ending up frustrated by the atonal Dalek noises it can bestow upon sources (unless you’re looking to sound like a Dalek). With familiarity comes an appreciation of the unique sound qualities the humble ring mod can summon up, from its natural home in (modular) synthesis to its application to guitars, drums and even acoustic instruments (via mics).