Topic: Atom Trance
A Free Experimental Trance Journey Tool
Requirements: Requires .NET Framework 1.1
ATOM Trance is a program to provide drumming tracks for those attempting Shamanic Trance Journeys without the benefit of an apprentice shaman or drummer. With ATOM Trance you can set up a track however you like, including tracks much longer than are possible with a CD (an unpleasant limitation of that medium).
The purpose of a trance journey varies greatly by the individual, as do explanations of how it works. To some people, it's just another form of meditation. For others, it's a journey to other dimensions...to the astral or spirit realms.
Whatever you believe, it has been scientifically demonstrated that our brains do respond to drumming. Certain patterns of beats trigger particular brainwave patterns, and thus different states of minds. This is why drumming has been a long-used tool in shamanism for entering trance states.
A "real" shaman has an apprentice or helper to manage the drumming for him or her. This person intuitively knows when it's time to alter the beat to bring the shaman back to normal consciousness, something that no software can really provide. What ATOM Trance does is provide a drummer that will never get tired. You can set up rhythms that vary in rhythm over time, and have slight variations in pace, pitch, and volume...adjustments that make the drumming sound more natural. While not a complete substitution for a real drummer, it can do in a pinch. Also, ATOM Trance can deliver beats for hours without fatigue.
Downloads (and a Disclaimer)
This software is free and AS-IS. While we'll be happy to make fixes, consider changes, and provide additional rhythms, there are no promises since you're not paying for it. It's a simple install that shouldn't cause any problems on your system, but on the off chance that it does, you're on your own. Use at your own risk.
Also, please don't download this thing and set yourself up for a four hour trance journey if you're not prepared for it. It takes most people months or years to reach a level of skill to do so. If you have any sort of medical condition that makes deep meditation a bad idea, please stay away. Some people with epilepsy could potentially have problems.
Bottom line: we make no promises, offer no guarantees, and take no responsibility for what happens with this download, if anything. We're not trying to scare you off, just protect ourselves. So if this is all ok with you:
Rhythms
Atom Trance supports the loading and saving of custom rhythm tracks. They are saved as XML files in the same directory as the software. If you have a rhythm you think others might enjoy, feel free to post it in the forums.
Support
You can ask a question in the Freebies section of our Forums. Requests for enhancements go there also, as well as shared rhythms.
Alternatively, you can support US. We aren't charging anyone for Atom Trance, but it does take time to answer questions and add features...and money to provide the hosting. If you are grateful for Atom Trance, please feel free to donate to its continued use and development.