synth from “y.m.c.a.” by village people | ToneDB

y.m.c.a.

village people

synth

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Tone Profile

This is a bright and punchy synth brass sound, reminiscent of disco and early electronic pop. It's characterized by its sharp attack and slightly metallic timbre, perfect for driving rhythms and catchy melodies.

Production Credits

Producer: Jacques Morali

Engineer: Michael Hutchinson

Recorded at: Sigma Sound Studios, Philadelphia

Signal Chain

Instrument: ARP Odyssey

Recording Notes

  • The ARP Odyssey was likely used for its versatile synthesis capabilities to create the core brass sound.
  • The synth part was probably layered and doubled to enhance the thickness and presence of the sound.

Recreation Tips

  • Start with a sawtooth or square wave on your synthesizer.
  • Use a resonant low-pass filter to shape the tone and create the brassy character.
  • Adjust the filter envelope to create a sharp attack and a slightly shorter decay.
  • Add a touch of chorus or ensemble effect to widen the sound.
  • Experiment with layering multiple synth tracks to achieve a richer and more complex tone.

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