Tone Profile

The keyboard pads in 'Kashmir' provide a droning, orchestral backdrop, characterized by a blend of string-like and brass-like timbres, creating a rich and majestic sonic tapestry. The sound is both powerful and ethereal, contributing to the song's epic and mystical atmosphere.

Production Credits

Signal Chain

Recording Notes

• The Mellotron was used extensively by John Paul Jones to create the orchestral sounds in 'Kashmir'.
• The Mellotron was recorded to tape alongside the other instruments, which naturally imparts some tape compression and saturation.

Recreation Tips

• Start with a Mellotron string patch as the foundation.
• If you don't have access to a Mellotron, use a virtual instrument plugin or synthesizer that emulates its sounds.
• Experiment with adding subtle chorus and tape saturation to the Mellotron sound to thicken the tone.
• Blend the Mellotron with other orchestral instruments (such as brass and strings) to create a denser, more layered texture.

Original Gear

• Mellotron(keyboard)