synth from “the model” by kraftwerk | ToneDB
the model
kraftwerk
synth
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Tone Profile
A clean, precise, and slightly metallic synth lead sound. It's characterized by its clarity and simple waveform, providing a somewhat robotic and futuristic feel.
Gear
- Minimooginstrument
- Reverb$4581Sweetwater
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The Story
Kraftwerk used a Minimoog for the lead synth sound on 'The Model.' The synth was recorded direct injection, maintaining a clean, precise signal without amplifier coloration. Kraftwerk's meticulous approach to sound design at their Kling Klang Studio focused on achieving robotic, futuristic tones that became their signature sound.
Production Credits
Producer: Karl Bartos, Ralf Hütter
Engineer: Joschko Rudnik
Recorded at: Kling Klang Studio, Düsseldorf
Signal Chain
Instrument: Minimoog
Recreation Tips
- Start with a sawtooth or square wave on your synthesizer.
- Adjust the filter cutoff and resonance to achieve a bright, clear tone, but avoid excessive harshness.
- Use a slight amount of portamento to add a subtle glide between notes.
- Keep the signal clean and avoid adding any additional effects like reverb or chorus, as the original sound is quite dry and direct.
Original Gear
- Minimoog(synth)
Substitutions & Recommendations
Alternative to: Minimoog synthesizer
Modern analog Moog with the same oscillator character and filter response as vintage Minimoogs, perfect for recreating that precise, slightly metallic lead tone
ReverbSweetwaterAlternative to: Minimoog synthesizer
Budget analog synth with sawtooth and square waves plus filter resonance control to achieve the bright, clear character of the original
ReverbSweetwaterAlternative to: Minimoog synthesizer
Detailed software emulation of the Minimoog Model D with accurate oscillator and filter modeling for the clean, direct synth sound
ReverbSweetwaterAlternative to: Minimoog synthesizer
Affordable Minimoog clone with authentic analog circuitry that captures the precise waveform characteristics needed for this robotic lead tone
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