bass synth from “bad” by michael jackson | ToneDB

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michael jackson

bass synth

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Tone Profile

A thick, resonant, and slightly gritty analog synth bass sound that provides a strong rhythmic foundation. It's a classic 80s synth bass, with a punchy attack and sustained low-end.

Production Credits

Producer: Quincy Jones

Engineer: Bruce Swedien

Recorded at: Westlake Recording Studios, Los Angeles

Signal Chain

Instrument: Yamaha DX7

Recording Notes

  • The bassline was likely programmed using a Yamaha DX7 or a similar digital synthesizer popular in the 1980s.
  • The sound was probably layered with additional processing during mixing to enhance its presence and impact.

Recreation Tips

  • Start with a digital synthesizer capable of producing FM synthesis tones.
  • Experiment with different waveforms and modulation settings to recreate the resonant quality.
  • Add a touch of overdrive or distortion to replicate the slight grit in the original sound.
  • Use EQ to shape the bass frequencies, ensuring a solid low-end without excessive muddiness.
  • Apply compression to even out the dynamics and enhance the punchiness of the bassline.

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