Dub techno is a hypnotic offshoot of techno that borrows the echo-soaked atmosphere and spatial tricks of dub reggae, then stretches them into long, meditative grooves. It’s built on steady, minimal drum patterns and deep sub-bass, but the real action happens in the space between the beats: chords drift in and out through delays and reverb, filters slowly open and close, and sounds seem to dissolve rather than end. Instead of big drops or dramatic changes, dub techno favors patience and subtle evolution, creating a sense of forward motion that feels almost tidal. The result is music that’s less about adrenaline and more about immersion, often described as techno you don’t so much dance to as sink into.