synth from “time to pretend” by mgmt | ToneDB
time to pretend
mgmt
synth
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Tone Profile
The synth lead has a bright, slightly distorted, and heavily modulated sound, creating a dreamy and psychedelic vibe. It's a prominent element that drives the song's melody and atmosphere.
Production Credits
Producer: Dave Fridmann
Engineer: Dave Fridmann
Recorded at: Tarbox Road Studios, Cassadaga, NY
Signal Chain
Instrument: Roland Juno-106
Processing: Electro-Harmonix Small Stone, MXR Phase 90
Recording Notes
- The synth sound is created using a Roland Juno-106, known for its lush chorus and versatile sound design capabilities.
- The sound is heavily processed with phaser effects, likely from an Electro-Harmonix Small Stone and an MXR Phase 90, to add movement and depth to the sound.
- The phaser effects create a swirling, psychedelic texture that complements the song's overall dreamy atmosphere.
Recreation Tips
- Start with a Roland Juno-106 or a similar analog polysynth.
- Use a sawtooth or square wave as the oscillator waveform.
- Apply chorus effect to thicken the sound.
- Add phaser effects using an Electro-Harmonix Small Stone and MXR Phase 90, experimenting with the rate and depth to achieve the desired swirling texture.
- Adjust the filter cutoff and resonance to fine-tune the brightness of the sound.
Recommended Gear
- Roland Juno-106(synth)
- Electro-Harmonix Small Stone(pedal)
- MXR Phase 90(pedal)
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