Tone Profile

This sound is a bright and aggressive analog synth lead, characterized by its sawtooth wave and filter sweep. It has a raw, slightly distorted edge that cuts through the mix.

Production Credits

Signal Chain

Recording Notes

• The EMS VCS3 was likely used to create the synth sound, utilizing its oscillators, filters, and modulation capabilities.
• The filter sweep effect was achieved by modulating the filter cutoff frequency.
• Slight distortion was added to give the sound more bite and aggression.

Recreation Tips

• Start with a sawtooth wave on an analog or virtual analog synthesizer.
• Use a resonant low-pass filter and modulate the cutoff frequency with an envelope or LFO to create a filter sweep effect.
• Add a touch of overdrive or distortion to add some edge to the sound.
• Experiment with the synth's modulation options to add movement and character to the sound.
• Adjust the filter envelope and resonance to match the original tone.

Recommended Gear

• EMS VCS3(synth)