Formed in the early 1990s by Mika Vainio and Ilpo Väisänen, Pan Sonic were Finnish pioneers of minimalist electronic music. Known for their raw analog sound and rigorous experimentation with tone, pulse, and noise, the duo shaped the landscape of industrial, techno, and experimental electronica. Drawing from both avant-garde and punk influences, their work emphasized physical sound and a stripped-down aesthetic. Acclaimed for powerful live performances and influential releases, Pan Sonic remain a touchstone for electronic innovation and sonic intensity worldwide.