synth from “shout” by tears for fears | ToneDB
shout
tears for fears
synth
Tone Profile
A bright and assertive synth lead, characterized by its resonant filter sweeps and distinct analog warmth. It's a classic 80s synth sound: powerful and instantly recognizable.
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The Story
The iconic synth sound in "Shout" was created using a Roland Jupiter-8 synthesizer. The track was recorded at The Wool Hall in Bath, UK, with producer Chris Hughes and engineer Dave Bates. The Jupiter-8's analog circuitry and filter capabilities were key to achieving the song's characteristic bright, sweeping synth lead sound.
Production Credits
Producer: Chris Hughes
Engineer: Dave Bates
Recorded at: The Wool Hall (Bath, UK)
Signal Chain
Instrument: Roland Jupiter-8Shop on Reverb
Recreation Tips
- Start with a sawtooth or square wave on your chosen synthesizer.
- Adjust the filter cutoff and resonance to create a bright, resonant tone.
- Use an envelope generator to modulate the filter cutoff, creating the sweeping effect.
- Add a touch of chorus or other modulation to fatten the sound.
- Experiment with layering multiple synth voices for added thickness.
Original Gear
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Substitutions & Recommendations
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