Writing a song from scratch in 2 hours (Limited Gear Challenge)

Can you make a track in 2 hours using FREE plugins and a PC keyboard? 🎹

I challenged myself to write and produce the entire soundtrack for this video under a strict time limit. To make it even harder, I used almost no hardware—playing the synths and drums directly on my computer keyboard. The only exception? One guitar track to give it an organic texture.

Does a “lo-fi” setup and a ticking clock actually make for better music? Let’s find out.

Software: Reaper

Instruments: PC Keyboard, Gibson SG, 

​Processing: EQ, Compression, Reverb, 

​Plugins: TAL Noise-Maker, Guitar Rig 5, BPB Cassette 808

What do you think—do limitations breed creativity, or did I just make my life harder for no reason?

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