Model 500 is the influential electronic music project of Juan Atkins, a Detroit-based artist widely recognized as one of the originators of techno. Launching the Model 500 moniker in the mid-1980s, Atkins pioneered a futuristic sound that combined elements of electro, funk, and early techno, quickly establishing himself as a central figure in Detroit's burgeoning electronic scene. With seminal releases like "No UFO's," “Night Drive (Thru-Babylon),” and “The Chase,” Model 500 carved out a distinct sonic identity defined by crisp drum programming, synthetic basslines, and innovative use of technology.

Through Model 500, Atkins helped shape the course of modern electronic music, influencing generations of producers across the globe and earning recognition for his role in the development of Detroit techno. Continually evolving over several decades, Model 500 remains a symbol of electronic innovation and a testament to Juan Atkins' enduring creativity and vision.