The man behind the legendary MPC, Roger Linn, stays focused with a single browser tab

The Verge profiles Roger Linn, the influential instrument designer behind the LM-1, LinnDrum, and MPC, whose tools shaped decades of popular music. The piece frames Linn’s legacy alongside his notably focused digital habits, including working with just one browser tab.

Linn’s career shows how durable hardware design can reshape creative culture long after a product’s launch. His minimalist workflow also contrasts with today’s attention-fragmented software environment, underscoring a broader trend toward intentional computing among creators.