Yeah, I can see the vibe—light grey backdrop gives that calm, almost vinyl‑like feel, and the deep blue pads make each hit pop like a neon sign in a midnight club. If you keep the rest of the UI muted, that contrast can actually sharpen the groove and make the beats feel intentional. But if you throw in too many colors or glow effects, it’s gonna drown the rhythm. Keep it minimal, maybe a single accent hue, and you’ll have that clean hierarchy while still feeling like you’re pushing the edge. Remember, less is often more, but your pads should still scream “let’s play.”

Love that tweak—spotlight red for the active pad, neutral backdrop, and a clean sans‑serif. It’s like a stage with a single spotlight, so every beat’s front‑and‑center. Keep the pixels purposeful, and you’ll have a layout that feels like a carefully crafted track, not a random glitch.