Tone Profile

A punchy and clean 80s synth bass sound with a defined fundamental and tight low-end, reminiscent of early digital synthesis.

Production Credits

Signal Chain

Recording Notes

• The bass sound was likely created using a Yamaha DX7 synthesizer, which was popular in the late 1980s and early 1990s. The patch would have been programmed to provide a strong fundamental frequency with a quick attack and relatively short decay to create a punchy sound.
• The signal was likely recorded directly into the mixing console for a clean and direct sound. No cabinet or microphone was used.
• EQ and compression may have been applied at the console to further shape the tone and enhance its presence in the mix.

Recreation Tips

• Adjust the envelope to create a punchy and defined note.
• Start with a Yamaha DX7 or a similar FM synthesizer.
• Program a patch with a strong fundamental frequency and a quick attack.
• Use a sawtooth or square wave as the basis for the sound.
• Apply EQ to shape the tone and compression to enhance its presence.
• Record the signal directly into your audio interface for a clean sound.

Recommended Gear

• Yamaha DX7(synth)