Tone Profile

This is a bright, soaring synth lead with a distinct PWM-style modulation. It has a clean, almost glassy character, providing a sense of majesty and openness.

Production Credits

Signal Chain

Recording Notes

• The synth sound was likely recorded directly, taking advantage of the CS-80's clean outputs.
• The Yamaha CS-80's rich oscillators and expressive controls were central to the sound.
• PWM (Pulse Width Modulation) was used heavily to create movement and texture in the synth lead.

Recreation Tips

• Start with a sawtooth or square wave and apply pulse width modulation for a similar rhythmic texture.
• Use a resonant filter to shape the sound's brightness, and experiment with subtle chorus or ensemble effects to enhance the stereo image.
• Pay close attention to the envelope settings, particularly the attack and release times, to replicate the swelling character of the original sound.

Recommended Gear

• Yamaha CS-80(synth)