Tone Profile

This is a swirling, atmospheric pad sound with a slightly detuned and modulated character. It's a key element in creating the song's hypnotic and unsettling mood.

Production Credits

Signal Chain

Recording Notes

• The Prophet-5 was a key synth used by Radiohead during the Kid A era.
• The Eventide H3000 was likely used for its harmonizer and micro-pitch shifting effects to create the detuned, swirling texture.
• The Lexicon PCM81 may have been employed for its lush reverb and modulation effects, adding depth and space to the sound.
• Experimentation with synth parameters (filter cutoff, resonance, LFO modulation) and effect settings (delay time, feedback, reverb decay) is crucial to nail the exact character of the original.

Recreation Tips

• Start with a Prophet-5 VST or similar analog-style synth.
• Create a basic pad sound with slow attack and release times.
• Add subtle detuning and chorus using the synth's built-in effects or a plugin like the Eventide H3000 or a similar harmonizer.
• Apply a generous amount of reverb using a plugin like the Lexicon PCM81 or another high-quality reverb.
• Experiment with modulation effects like flanger or phaser to add movement and interest to the sound.
• Automate synth parameters and effect settings to create evolving textures.

Recommended Gear

• Sequential Circuits Prophet-5(synth)
• Eventide H3000(pedal)
• Lexicon PCM81(pedal)