Technical Groundwork

The afternoon sun slanted through the warehouse windows as I surveyed what would become our first studio complex. Construction wouldn't begin for weeks, but I was already mapping out the technical infrastructure that would support our future innovations.

Derek sat cross-legged on the dusty floor, reviewing the production techniques I'd taught him earlier. His natural talent was evolving rapidly, adapting to concepts that had taken years to emerge in our original timeline. Through the speakers of his portable system, I could hear the future taking shape.

"The acoustics in here are going to be incredible," I said, calculating angles and reflection points in my head. "Once we reinforce these walls and install proper treatment, this space will rival any studio in New York."

"Still can't believe this is really happening," Derek replied, adjusting levels on his mix. "A week ago, you were just another kid making beats. Now you're building an empire."

I had to be careful here – success that came too easily would raise questions. "Been planning this for longer than you know. Every detail, every innovation."

Mom arrived with the preliminary construction permits, her hospital scrubs replaced by business attire. The transformation in her appearance reflected the deeper changes taking shape. "The contractor can start next week," she announced, consulting her planner. "But we need to finalize the technical specifications first."

I unrolled the architectural plans across an improvised table of milk crates. In my original timeline, our first studio had been built with conventional technology. This time, we'd incorporate the foundations for future innovations from the start.

"See these spaces?" I indicated several key areas. "We'll need specialized wiring, additional power capacity, and data infrastructure beyond current industry standards."

"Beyond current standards?" The contractor, Michael Torres, frowned at the specifications. "This is more like a tech startup than a recording studio."

"Exactly," I replied, remembering how our fusion of music and technology would revolutionize the industry. "We're not just building for today. We're building for what comes next."

I walked them through the technical requirements, carefully balancing innovation with plausibility. Quantum-ready power systems disguised as "future-proof infrastructure." Neural interface preparation hidden within standard cable runs. Each element placed with precise purpose, laying groundwork for technologies that wouldn't exist for years.

"The cost for this level of infrastructure..." Michael began.

"Is justified by long-term savings," Mom interrupted, demonstrating her growing business acumen. "Better to install it now than retrofit later."

Derek looked up from his production work, curiosity piqued. "This is way beyond anything I've seen in other studios. What are you really planning, Marcus?"

I smiled, thinking of the revolutionary systems we'd develop here. "Let's just say traditional production methods are only the beginning. Music is about to change in ways nobody expects."

The afternoon progressed as we refined plans and specifications. Mom negotiated with suppliers, already showing the financial instincts that would make her a legendary CFO. Derek experimented with new production techniques, his talent accelerating beyond its original timeline.

As sunset painted the warehouse walls golden, I felt the weight of future knowledge pressing against present limitations. Every decision had to balance innovation with believability, progress with plausibility.

"One more thing," I said as the contractor prepared to leave. "We'll need a secure room. Completely isolated, electromagnetically shielded. For... specialized equipment."

Michael raised an eyebrow, but made the notation. In five years, that room would house our first neural interface prototype. In ten years, it would birth a revolution in music production.

But for now, it was just another specification on a blueprint. Another seed planted for a future only I could see.

Time to build tomorrow's technology. Today.