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YAMAHA DX7
The Yamaha DX7 is a landmark digital synthesiser introduced in 1983, famous for its distinctive FM synthesis and bright, complex tones. Its precise, glassy character shaped countless 1980s records, from basses and electric pianos to bells and atmospheric textures. Its unique sound remains instantly recognisable today.
EMULATOR II
The Emulator II, released in 1984, was an influential early digital sampler that brought sampled sounds into mainstream pop production. Its distinctive crunchy textures and limited memory became part of its appeal, appearing across countless 1980s records and helping define the era’s unmistakable electronic sound.
JUNO-60
The Roland Juno-60, released in 1982, is a classic analogue synthesiser known for its warm sound, simple interface and distinctive chorus. Its punchy basses, rich pads, bright leads and arpeggios helped define the sound of early 1980s electronic pop. Today, it remains highly regarded for its character and versatility worldwide.
PROPHET 5
The Sequential Prophet-5, released in 1978, is one of the most influential analogue polyphonic synthesisers ever made. Known for its warm oscillators, powerful filter and distinctive character, it became a staple of pop, rock and electronic music. Its rich pads, basses and leads continue to inspire synthesists today.
OBERHEIM OB-Xa
The Oberheim OB-Xa, released in 1981, is a legendary analogue polyphonic synthesiser known for its huge, powerful sound. Its dual oscillators, rich filters and distinctive stereo capabilities produced everything from thick basses to expansive pads. It became a defining instrument of 1980s pop, rock and electronic music.
JUPITER-8
The Roland Jupiter-8, released in 1981, is one of the most celebrated analogue synthesisers ever made. Known for its rich oscillators, versatile dual-layer architecture and powerful filters, it became a defining sound of early-80s pop, synth-pop and electronic music. Its distinctive pads, basses, brass and leads remain influential.