Tone Profile

This synth lead has a cold, robotic quality with a metallic and slightly harsh timbre. It's a very clean, precise sound with a strong emphasis on the mid-range frequencies.

Production Credits

Signal Chain

Recording Notes

• The Minimoog was likely used as the primary sound source, providing a strong, fundamental tone.
• The EMS Vocoder was employed to impart the robotic vocal-like quality to the synth sound, modulating the Minimoog's sound with the human voice or other control signals.
• Kraftwerk often used custom-built sequencers and controllers, which may have contributed to the precise and rhythmic nature of the synth parts.

Recreation Tips

• Start with a sawtooth or square wave on a Minimoog or similar analog synthesizer.
• Use a vocoder, such as an EMS Vocoder if available or a modern equivalent, to modulate the synth sound.
• Experiment with different modulator signals (voice, drum machine, etc.) to achieve the desired robotic effect.
• Carefully EQ the sound to emphasize the mid-range frequencies and remove any muddiness.
• Add a touch of reverb or delay to create depth and space, but avoid overdoing it.

Recommended Gear

• Minimoog(synth)
• EMS Vocoder(synth)