bass synth from “around the world” by daft punk | ToneDB

around the world

daft punk

bass synth

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Tone Profile

This bass synth tone is characterized by its deep, resonant sub-bass frequencies and a slightly detuned, almost chorus-like, quality that adds width and movement. It's a foundational element, providing a simple yet effective rhythmic and harmonic anchor.

Gear

Roland TB-303instrument
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The Story

The bass tone on Daft Punk's "Around the World" combines the classic Roland TB-303 acid bass sequencer with the fuller, rounder sound of a Roland Jupiter-8 synthesizer. The track was recorded at Daft House, the duo's Paris studio, where they layered these vintage analog synthesizers to create the song's distinctive deep, wide bass foundation with its characteristic chorus-like movement.

Production Credits

Producer: Daft Punk

Recorded at: Daft House, Paris

Signal Chain

Instrument: Roland TB-303

Recreation Tips

  • Start with a sawtooth wave on the Jupiter-8 and filter it down to emphasize the sub frequencies.
  • Use a touch of chorus or ensemble effect to widen the sound.
  • Layer a clean TB-303 sequence underneath for added definition.

Original Gear

  • Roland TB-303(synth)
  • Jupiter-8(synth)

Substitutions & Recommendations

Behringer TD-3$149-179

Alternative to: Roland TB-303

Authentic TB-303 clone with the same sequencer workflow and acid bass sound, perfect for recreating the core bassline sequence

ReverbSweetwater
Roland Jupiter-X$1899-2199

Alternative to: Roland Jupiter-8

Official Roland recreation with the Jupiter-8's vintage analog modeling, chorus effects, and detunable oscillators for that wide bass sound

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AudioRealism Bass Line 3$59-69

Alternative to: Roland TB-303

Highly accurate TB-303 emulation plugin with authentic sequencer patterns and filter behavior

ReverbSweetwater
Arturia Jun-6 V$99-199

Alternative to: Roland Jupiter-8

Detailed Jupiter-6/8 emulation with chorus ensemble effects and oscillator detuning capabilities for the fuller bass layer

ReverbSweetwater
Elektron Digitone$649-749

Alternative to: Roland TB-303 + Jupiter-8 combination

FM synthesis can approximate both the punchy 303 sequence and Jupiter-8's warm bass tones, with built-in chorus effects

ReverbSweetwater

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