pads from “take my breath away” by berlin | ToneDB

take my breath away

berlin

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Tone Profile

The sound is a lush, evolving synth pad with a slightly ethereal and romantic quality, perfect for creating a dreamy atmosphere. It features a smooth attack, sustained body, and a gentle release, with subtle modulation and spatial effects to enhance its depth and width.

Production Credits

Producer: Giorgio Moroder

Signal Chain

Instrument: Yamaha DX7

Recording Notes

  • The original sound was created using a Yamaha DX7, known for its distinctive FM synthesis capabilities. Patch design focused on creating a smooth, evolving texture with detuned oscillators and LFO modulation.
  • Spatial effects such as chorus and reverb were likely added during mixing to create a sense of depth and width. The overall sound was carefully balanced to sit well within the mix without overpowering the lead vocals.

Recreation Tips

  • Start with a Yamaha DX7 or a virtual instrument capable of FM synthesis.
  • Create a patch with multiple oscillators slightly detuned from each other to create a rich, chorused sound.
  • Use LFOs to subtly modulate parameters such as pitch, filter cutoff, or amplitude to create movement and interest.
  • Add chorus and reverb to enhance the spaciousness and depth of the sound.
  • Experiment with different filter settings and modulation routings to fine-tune the tone and texture.

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