In the studio, liberties could be taken with a song consisting of three distinct movements.

The entrancing solo guitar would be accompanied by an atonal series of sine-wave pulses — Michael wrote a simple program to generate random numbers and note lengths, then sequenced the results.

Asked to respond to music of minimalist composer Steve Reich, Jonn programmed a marimba ensemble. Charlie performed in both the small tracking room and large hall. Dave made use of a loaned five-string bass, resulting in the second movement's preternatural growl. Gabe, dutifully, played a drone melody with trademark precision.