Tone Profile

Aggressive and slightly detuned sawtooth lead synth, with a driving, in-your-face character. The sound has a slightly metallic quality and rhythmic pulsing due to sidechain compression.

Production Credits

Signal Chain

Recording Notes

• The Roland JP-8000 is likely the primary synth used to create the lead sound. The synth's supersaw waveform provides a rich, harmonically dense starting point.
• Sidechain compression is applied to the synth to create a rhythmic 'pumping' effect in sync with the kick drum.
• The SSL console would've been used for EQ, compression, and overall mixing of the track.

Recreation Tips

• Start with a sawtooth or supersaw waveform on a synth like the Roland JP-8000.
• Add a slight amount of detuning or chorus to thicken the sound.
• Apply sidechain compression triggered by the kick drum to create the rhythmic pulsing effect.
• Use EQ to shape the tone, boosting the high frequencies for clarity and cutting any muddy low frequencies.
• Consider using a slight distortion or overdrive to add some grit and aggression.

Recommended Gear

• Roland JP-8000(synth)
• SSL 4000 G+ Console(channel_strip)