The Well-Tempered Dial-Up Modem draws parallels between dated computer technology, like dial-up internet and floppy discs, and advancements in musical temperament. With equal temperament’s ubiquity and 5G internet on the horizon, it’s easy to forget that there were times where connecting to the World Wide Web through the phone and being able to play “in-tune” in all the keys were considered revolutionary. As I continue to reflect on how these technologies have influenced my life and are ever-changing, I am grateful for the constants in my life. One of those constants is that I’ve always lived by water. The ocean sounds are a small homage to the West Coast.