Sextant - Sextant 4

Review by James Kyle

Sextant 4: A Timeless Dive into Ambient and Trance Bliss Released in 1993, Sextant 4 by Sextant is one of those albums that quietly sneaks up on you. It’s not flashy or overhyped—it doesn’t need to be. Hailing from Germany and released under the legendary Fax +49-69/450464 label, this record blends ambient soundscapes with trance vibes seamlessly. With credits going to DJ Hubee for tracks A1 through A3 and Pete Namlook (a name synonymous with experimental electronic music), it’s clear this project was crafted with care. Let’s talk about two standout tracks that still stick in my mind decades later. First up is “Oscar.” This track feels like floating in space but also being grounded at the same time—an odd mix, I know. The synths are soft yet deliberate, creating an atmosphere that's both dreamy and oddly comforting. You can almost picture yourself staring out of a spaceship window while chilling to its hypnotic rhythm. It’s the kind of tune you don’t just listen to; you experience it. Then there’s “Circuits Inc.,” which takes things in a slightly more energetic direction without losing the album’s core vibe. There’s something addictive about how the beats build gradually, layer upon layer, until you’re fully immersed. It reminds me of walking through a neon-lit city late at night when everything feels surreal but alive. If you’re into music that tells a story without words, this track nails it. What makes Sextant 4 special isn’t just its genre-bending approach—it’s the way it manages to feel timeless. Listening to it today, nearly 30 years after its release, feels as fresh as ever. Sure, some parts might sound a bit dated if you compare them to modern production standards, but honestly? That adds charm rather than taking away from it. Here’s the unexpected kicker: despite all the tech-heavy sounds, this album somehow feels deeply human. Maybe it’s because every note seems intentional, or maybe it’s the subtle imperfections that remind us real people made this. Either way, Sextant 4 deserves a spot in any serious electronic music fan’s collection—and hey, even if you’re new to the scene, give it a spin. You won’t regret it.

Artist: Sextant
Album: Sextant 4

Germany

Electronic

1993

Rating: 4.0

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Filename: sextant-sextant-4.zip

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Tracks

Track	Duration	Preview
Live At XS 1	15:33
Circuits	5:57
Circuits Inc.	6:03
Oscar	4:28

Video

SEXTANT - CIRCUITS - Fax +49-69/450464

Sextant - Oscar (Trance 1993)

Sextant - Circuits Inc. (Trance 1993)

Sextant - Live At XS I (Ambient 1993)

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Catalog Numbers

PK 08/65

Labels

Fax +49-69/450464

Listen online

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ouvir online
lyssna på nätet
online anhören
écouter en ligne
online luisteren
ascolta in linea
lytte på nettet
escuchar en línea

Formats

Vinyl
12"
Limited Edition
Red
33 ⅓ RPM
White Label

Credits

Role	Credit
Written-By	DJ Hubee (tracks: A1 to A3), Pete Namlook

Notes

Limitation: 500
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This Vinyl comes in Black
Sticker with Info on Side B

Barcodes

Matrix / Runout: PK 08/65 A = PRODUCED AT SONIC STUDIOS FRANKFURT FOR NAMLOOK PRODUCTIONS =
Matrix / Runout: PK 08/65 B SST DIE NÄCHSTEN 50 WERDEN NOCH VERRÜCKTER !!

About Sextant

Name Vars

Sextant 3
Sextant 4

Aliases

Stanley Conaway

Members

Peter Kuhlmann
Hubertus Held

Interesting fact about Album

Here’s a cool fact: The album *Sextant 4* by Sextant is a hidden gem from the early '90s electronic scene. Released in 1993 in Germany, it blends ambient and trance in a way that feels both futuristic and timeless. What’s wild is that DJ Hubee wrote most of the tracks, but Pete Namlook, a legend in the ambient world, also had a hand in it. It’s like a meeting of two minds shaping soundscapes you can get lost in. Tracks like "Oscar" and "Live At XS 1" are hypnotic—like a journey through circuits and dreams. Plus, it came out on the iconic Fax label, known for pushing boundaries in electronic music. If you’re into music that feels like it’s from another dimension, this one’s worth checking out.