synth from “pictures of you” by the cure | ToneDB
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The synth pad has a dreamy, ethereal quality, providing a lush backdrop to the song. It's characterized by its soft attack, sustained body, and gentle modulation, creating a sense of depth and atmosphere.
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The Story
The dreamy synth pad on "Pictures of You" by The Cure was created using a Roland Juno-106 analog synthesizer. The Juno-106's built-in chorus effect was utilized to create the wide, shimmering quality that gives the pad its ethereal character. The song was recorded at RAK Studios in London with producer Robert Smith and engineer David M. Allen.
Production Credits
Producer: Robert Smith
Engineer: David M. Allen
Recorded at: RAK Studios, London
Signal Chain
Instrument: Roland Juno-106Shop on Reverb
Recreation Tips
- Start with a saw or square wave oscillator on a Roland Juno-106 or similar analog synthesizer.
- Use the built-in chorus effect or a similar chorus pedal/plugin to create a wide, shimmering sound.
- Adjust the filter cutoff and resonance to achieve a soft, warm tone.
- Use a slow attack and long release time on the amplitude envelope to create a smooth, sustained pad.
- Experiment with subtle detuning or pitch modulation to add movement and character.
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Substitutions & Recommendations
Alternative to: Roland Juno-106
Features analog oscillators and built-in chorus effects similar to the Juno-106, capable of recreating those lush pad sounds at a budget-friendly price
Alternative to: Roland Juno-106
Official Roland recreation of the Juno-106 using their ACB modeling technology, includes the signature chorus and envelope characteristics
Alternative to: Roland Juno-106
Software emulation specifically modeling the Juno-106 with accurate chorus modeling and the warm analog character needed for this pad sound
Alternative to: Roland Juno-106
Modern analog synth with vintage-inspired oscillators and built-in effects that can achieve similar warm, chorused pad textures
Alternative to: Roland Juno-106 chorus
Can add the characteristic Juno-style chorus to any synth, helping recreate that wide, shimmering pad texture when the built-in chorus isn't available
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