The Bitcoin Audional Matrix

Laying the on-chain bedrock for composable music. A foundational framework uniting high-fidelity audio, synthesizers, and BVST plugins — inscribed permanently on Bitcoin via Ordinals, powered by Audional 3.0 and Opus encoding. Building Web3 music from first principles.

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Key Features

Crystal-Clear Audio

Opus encoding balances studio-quality sound with efficient compression, perfect for professional-grade tracks.

Sleek, Audio-First Design

Minimalist artwork lets the audio shine, with just a few bytes for visuals.

Smart Data Use

Recursive inscriptions reference existing blockchain data, boosting efficiency and cutting redundancy.

About BAM

BAM (Bitcoin Audional Matrix) is a groundbreaking framework for high-resolution audio samples, synths and BVST plugins inscribed directly on the Bitcoin blockchain using Ordinals technology. Powered by the innovative Audional 3.0 protocol, BAM leverages Opus audio encoding—a cutting-edge codec that delivers crystal-clear sound at a fraction of the file size.

This optimised, recursive model ensures near-lossless quality while keeping storage needs low, making BAM a game-changer for decentralised music production.

Future Vision

BAM inscriptions are building blocks for the next era of music creation. Designed to integrate with future on-chain Digital Audio Workstations (DAWs), these samples, instruments, and effects will power Web3 songs as modular, wallet-verified components. Ownership is tied directly to your blockchain wallet, simplifying rights management without complex tokenisation.

OB1 Sample Library

As the pioneering first-of-its-kind audio library inscribed on the Bitcoin blockchain, OB1 set the benchmark by pairing full-resolution WAV samples (≈350 KB each) with vibrant, colourful artwork via Ordinals technology. Its bold vision and technical innovation showcased the creative potential of on-chain media, inspiring a passionate community of artists and enthusiasts.

OB1’s commitment to rich sonic fidelity and striking visuals laid the groundwork for the next wave of blockchain-based audio experiences. BAM honors this legacy by leveraging advanced Opus encoding to deliver near-lossless quality at just ≈35 KB per file—building on OB1’s foundation to push on-chain audio efficiency to new heights without sacrificing artistic expression.

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Technology

Bitcoin Blockchain

The Bitcoin blockchain is a distributed ledger that records all Bitcoin transactions. It provides a secure, immutable foundation for BAM's audio samples, ensuring they cannot be altered or deleted once inscribed.

Ordinals Protocol

The Ordinals protocol assigns unique identifiers to individual satoshis (the smallest unit of Bitcoin) and allows for the inscription of data directly onto these satoshis. This enables BAM to store audio samples directly on the Bitcoin blockchain.

Audional 3.0 Protocol

The Audional protocol is a pioneering system that transforms music production on the blockchain. It uses a comprehensive JSON structure with base64 audio-encoding to create efficient, on-chain audio files with complete metadata.

Opus Encoding

Opus is a cutting-edge audio codec that delivers crystal-clear sound at a fraction of the file size compared to traditional formats like WAV. It's the perfect balance of quality and efficiency for blockchain-based audio.

Bitcoin Audional Matrix (BAM) Protocol

The Bitcoin Audional Matrix (BAM) protocol defines a complete on-chain music ecosystem on Bitcoin Ordinals, enabling interoperability across compatible applications.

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