synth from “don't stop the music” by rihanna | ToneDB
don't stop the music
rihanna
synth
Tone Profile
A bright and energetic synth lead, characterized by its sawtooth wave and prominent FM modulation, providing a unique futuristic sound. The tone is catchy and designed to stand out in a club environment.
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The Story
The lead synth sound on "Don't Stop the Music" was created using a Roland Juno-106, as produced by Norwegian production duo StarGate. The distinctive metallic timbre comes from FM modulation applied to a sawtooth wave, with additional processing including chorus and delay effects to create the wide, club-ready sound that cuts through the mix.
Production Credits
Producer: StarGate
Signal Chain
Instrument: Roland Juno-106Shop on Reverb
Recreation Tips
- Start with a sawtooth wave on a Roland Juno-106 or equivalent synthesizer.
- Apply FM modulation to the oscillator to introduce metallic and complex harmonics.
- Experiment with chorus and delay effects to enhance the width and depth of the sound.
- Use EQ to sculpt the tone, emphasizing the high frequencies for brightness and clarity.
- Consider layering the sound with other synths or samples for added thickness.
Original Gear
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Substitutions & Recommendations
Alternative to: Roland Juno-106
Official Roland Boutique recreation of the Juno-106 with authentic analog modeling, including the same chorus and filter characteristics needed for this bright, FM-modulated lead sound
Alternative to: Roland Juno-106
Detailed software emulation of the Juno-106 with enhanced FM capabilities and modern effects, perfect for recreating the metallic sawtooth lead with contemporary DAW integration
Alternative to: Roland Juno-106
Modern analog polysynth with Juno-inspired architecture, built-in chorus, and extensive modulation options including FM synthesis for achieving similar bright, cutting lead tones
Alternative to: Roland Juno-106
Affordable Juno-106 emulation plugin that accurately captures the sawtooth oscillator and chorus character, with added FM modulation capabilities for recreating this specific metallic lead sound
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