pads from “roygbiv” by boards of canada | ToneDB

roygbiv

boards of canada

pads

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Tone Profile

Warm, detuned, and slightly melancholic analog synth pads with a touch of tape saturation and subtle filtering. The sound evokes a sense of nostalgia and dreamlike haziness.

Production Credits

Producer: Boards of Canada

Signal Chain

Instrument: Roland Juno-106

Recording Notes

  • The pads were likely created using a Roland Juno-106, known for its warm and lush sound.
  • Subtle detuning and chorus effects contribute to the ethereal quality.
  • Tape saturation and filtering further enhance the nostalgic vibe.
  • Akai Headrush E2 used for looping and slight saturation.

Recreation Tips

  • Start with a Roland Juno-106 or a similar analog polysynth.
  • Create a basic pad sound with slow attack and release times.
  • Add subtle detuning and chorus to thicken the sound.
  • Use a tape emulation plugin or hardware to add warmth and saturation.
  • Experiment with low-pass filtering to create a hazy atmosphere.
  • Use Akai Headrush E2 to loop the synth, and add a slight amount of saturation.

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