A: From Goa to Psytrance is a sound pack designed for Ableton Move, offering a curated selection of psytrance sounds, including driving basslines, hypnotic leads, and intricate rhythms, crafted by A Force Truly Evil.
From Goa to Psytrance for Ableton Live & Move by A Force Truly Evil
AN IMPRESSIVE COLLECTION OF PSYTRANCE SOUNDS
MAKE YOUR OWN TRIPLE PACK: Buy any three or more A Force Truly Evil packs at the same time and get 20% off (Discount automatically applied at checkout)
This sound pack includes two versions: Ableton Move and Ableton Live. Both versions include sets, patches and drum kits, but the Live version offers an additional level of development. This version includes more refined sets and arrangements, presented within an installable Ableton Live project that organizes all the content in a clean and structured way. It also includes additional MIDI clips featuring the individual sequences of each element of the set or song with their associated instruments, making it ideal for starting ideas from individual elements. When opening the sets in Live, you gain access to a more open and professional environment to further develop and finish your tracks.
From the sun-soaked beaches of Goa to the darkest psytrance dancefloors, this pack delivers the authentic sounds that define psychedelic trance. Featuring 78 velocity-sensitive Drift patches and 99 meticulously crafted samples, From Goa to Psytrance transforms Ableton Move into a complete psychedelic production powerhouse.
Inside you’ll find:
- 78 velocity-sensitive patches covering acids, basses, leads, arps, pads, and psychedelic FX
- 99 psytrance samples—kicks, snares, hi-hats, percussion, effects, and bass loops
- 12 genre-specific drum kits ready for Full-On, Classic Goa, Nu Skool, Progressive, and Dark Psy
- 19 complete project sets demonstrating authentic psytrance arrangement and sound design
- Hypnotic 303 acid lines, screaming leads, rolling basslines, and ethereal atmospheres
- Optimized for expressive live performance on Ableton Move
** Compatible with Ableton Note **
Whether you’re crafting cosmic Goa soundscapes or peak-time psytrance devastation, this pack gives you everything needed to transcend the ordinary. Velocity-responsive patches put psychedelic expression at your fingertips—press harder, play deeper, journey further.
USER GUIDE: HOW TO INSTALL
From Goa to Psytrance for Ableton Live & Move by A Force Truly Evil
AN IMPRESSIVE COLLECTION OF PSYTRANCE SOUNDS
MAKE YOUR OWN TRIPLE PACK: Buy any three or more A Force Truly Evil packs at the same time and get 20% off (Discount automatically applied at checkout)
This sound pack includes two versions: Ableton Move and Ableton Live. Both versions include sets, patches and drum kits, but the Live version offers an additional level of development. This version includes more refined sets and arrangements, presented within an installable Ableton Live project that organizes all the content in a clean and structured way. It also includes additional MIDI clips featuring the individual sequences of each element of the set or song with their associated instruments, making it ideal for starting ideas from individual elements. When opening the sets in Live, you gain access to a more open and professional environment to further develop and finish your tracks.
From the sun-soaked beaches of Goa to the darkest psytrance dancefloors, this pack delivers the authentic sounds that define psychedelic trance. Featuring 78 velocity-sensitive Drift patches and 99 meticulously crafted samples, From Goa to Psytrance transforms Ableton Move into a complete psychedelic production powerhouse.
Inside you’ll find:
- 78 velocity-sensitive patches covering acids, basses, leads, arps, pads, and psychedelic FX
- 99 psytrance samples—kicks, snares, hi-hats, percussion, effects, and bass loops
- 12 genre-specific drum kits ready for Full-On, Classic Goa, Nu Skool, Progressive, and Dark Psy
- 19 complete project sets demonstrating authentic psytrance arrangement and sound design
- Hypnotic 303 acid lines, screaming leads, rolling basslines, and ethereal atmospheres
- Optimized for expressive live performance on Ableton Move
** Compatible with Ableton Note **
Whether you’re crafting cosmic Goa soundscapes or peak-time psytrance devastation, this pack gives you everything needed to transcend the ordinary. Velocity-responsive patches put psychedelic expression at your fingertips—press harder, play deeper, journey further.
USER GUIDE: HOW TO INSTALL
Additional information
| Ableton Live Compatibility | Ableton Live 12 Standard |
|---|---|
| Synth Compatibility | Ableton Move, Ableton Note |
| Min. Requirements | Ableton Live 12.3, Ableton Move Manager |
| OS | Mac, Windows |
| Genre | 90's, Acid House, Psytrance, Trance |
Product reviews
Very nice Pack, Instant Inspiration starter.
Good sounds, nice Drums. Nearly perfect for working with Move, very powerful.
This pack, like the other Move expansions, is just gold. The presets are exceptionally good and very well curated, a must buy for every electronic music producer (not only Goa and Trance!!!)!
From Goa to Psytrance for Ableton Live & Move by A Force Truly Evil
The Inspiration
Psytrance isn’t just a genre—it’s a journey into sonic consciousness. From the sun-drenched beaches of Goa in the early ’90s to today’s global festival circuits, psychedelic trance has evolved into one of electronic music’s most hypnotic and technically demanding forms. From Goa to Psytrance captures this evolution, delivering the essential building blocks for authentic psychedelic sound design.
This pack bridges the gap between classic Goa trance’s organic, mystical textures and modern psytrance’s surgical precision. Whether you’re chasing the swirling analog warmth of early pioneers or the razor-sharp clarity of contemporary full-on, these sounds will transport your productions to transcendent territory.
The Power of Velocity-Sensitive Performance
Every one of the 78 patches in this collection responds to velocity, transforming Ableton Move into an expressive performance instrument. Basslines grow darker and more aggressive as you press harder. Leads bite through the mix with varying intensity. Acid lines morph from subtle bubbles to screaming resonance—all controlled by your touch.
This velocity sensitivity isn’t just a technical feature—it’s the key to live psychedelic performance. Layer multiple patterns, ride the filter sweeps in real-time, and create the kind of evolving, organic energy that defines great psytrance sets. Your Move becomes a true psychedelic instrument, not just a playback device.
The Sound Design
At the heart of this pack are the sounds that define psychedelic trance across all its subgenres. The 19 acid patches range from classic 303-style squelches to alien FM modulations that twist and morph through harmonic space. The 13 basslines deliver everything from rolling, hypnotic low-end to aggressive full-on rumbles that shake the floor.
The 21 lead patches are where the psychedelic magic really happens—screaming high-frequency lines, pitch-bending melodies, and cascading arpeggios that slice through dense mixes. Seven arp patterns provide instant rhythmic movement, while four carefully crafted pads add the ethereal atmosphere that gives psytrance its otherworldly dimension.
Thirteen zaps and SFX patches deliver the signature psychedelic transitions, risers, impacts, and alien textures that punctuate modern psytrance arrangements. These aren’t random noise generators—they’re musical tools designed to enhance your track’s narrative arc.
The Rhythm Foundation
The 99 samples provide the percussive backbone for authentic psytrance production. Sixteen synthetic kick drums range from tight, punchy four-on-the-floor drivers to the deep, rolling kicks that characterize progressive psy. Seventeen claps and snares deliver the crisp, cutting backbeats essential to the genre.
Eight hi-hat samples and 23 percussion elements provide the intricate off-beat patterns and tribal rhythms that give psytrance its hypnotic groove. Twenty-eight effect samples—risers, impacts, sweeps, and transitions—help you build tension and release throughout your arrangements.
The 12 pre-loaded drum kits are genre-specific starting points, each tailored for different psytrance styles: Full-On’s aggressive drive, Classic Goa’s organic warmth, Nu Skool Goa’s modern clarity, and everything in between. Load a kit, tweak to taste, and you’re ready to build.
The Vibe
Nineteen complete project sets showcase the full spectrum of psychedelic trance styles—from the warm, analog-inspired textures of classic Goa to the crystalline precision of modern full-on, from the deeper grooves of progressive psy to the aggressive intensity of dark psytrance. Each set demonstrates how to combine patches, layer sounds, and structure arrangements for maximum psychedelic impact.
These aren’t just demo tracks—they’re learning tools, performance templates, and creative springboards. Study the arrangements, dissect the sound layering, extract individual elements, or use them as starting points for your own cosmic explorations.
Inside you’ll find:
- 78 velocity-sensitive Drift patches—19 acids, 13 basses, 21 leads, 7 arps, 4 pads, 13 zaps/SFX
- 99 psytrance samples—16 kicks, 17 claps/snares, 8 hi-hats, 23 percussion, 28 effects, plus bass loops
- 12 genre-specific drum kits for instant psychedelic groove
- 19 complete project sets covering Full-On, Classic Goa, Nu Skool Goa, Progressive Psy, and Dark Psy
- Optimized for expressive live performance on Ableton Move
- Compatible with Ableton Note for mobile production
MAKE YOUR OWN TRIPLE PACK: Buy any three or more A Force Truly Evil packs at the same time and get 20% off (Discount automatically applied at checkout)
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Frequently Asked Questions
A:
- Ableton Live 11.3 or higher
- Ableton Note app (for transferring sets)
- Ableton Move Manager (for transferring samples)
- Mac or PC to run the required tools
A: Visit the A Force Truly Evil developer page
Important Information
Initial Release – April 2025
Install Presets and Drum Kits:
Open move.local and in presets drag the From Goa to Psytrance folder… this contains the drum kits and presets for Drift. (some files that are not patches or drum kits will not load, omit this).
Install Samples:
Exactly the same as in the previous step but this time you must drag the folder to samples.
Intall Sets:
Open move.local and in sets drag the sets.
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