synth from “1901” by phoenix | ToneDB

1901

phoenix

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Tone Profile

The synth lead in "1901" has a bright, slightly overdriven tone with a pronounced attack and a touch of vintage warmth. It's a punchy and energetic sound that cuts through the mix.

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The Story

The synth lead in Phoenix's '1901' was created using a Roland Juno-106 synthesizer processed through an Ibanez Tube Screamer TS808 overdrive pedal. The song was recorded at Motorbass Studios in Paris, and the Tube Screamer added overdrive and mid-frequency boost to give the Juno's characteristically warm sound a more aggressive, cutting edge in the mix.

Production Credits

Producer: Philippe Zdar

Engineer: неизвестный

Recorded at: Motorbass Studios, Paris

Recreation Tips

  • Start with a sawtooth or pulse wave on a Roland Juno-106.
  • Add a touch of chorus for width and depth.
  • Use a Tube Screamer or similar overdrive pedal to add some grit and boost the mids.
  • Adjust the filter cutoff and resonance to shape the tone and create movement.
  • Experiment with different LFO modulation settings to add subtle variations to the sound.

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Substitutions & Recommendations

Alternative to: Roland Juno-106

Authentic Roland ACB modeling of the Juno-106 circuits with identical oscillators, filter, and chorus

Alternative to: Ibanez Tube Screamer TS808

Exact reissue of the original TS808 circuit used on the recording

Alternative to: Roland Juno-106

Software emulation of the Juno-106 with accurate filter and oscillator modeling at budget-friendly price

Alternative to: Ibanez Tube Screamer TS808

Similar mid-boost overdrive character to the TS808 but at a more accessible price point

Alternative to: Roland Juno-106

High-quality Juno-106 emulation with additional modern features and effects

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