Synth Icons

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Synth Icons

Andy Whitmore (andy@andywhitmore.com)

5 episodes

2 weeks ago

In this episode of Synth Icons, we funk things up with one of the most instantly recognisable keyboards in music history — the Hohner Clavinet D6. With its sharp, percussive tone and rhythm guitar-like attack, the Clavinet became a cornerstone of funk, soul and rock throughout the 70s and early 80s. I recreate 12 classic riffs that defined its legendary sound — all played on a real Clavinet D6, no software, no emulations. 🎧 Featured riffs include: Stevie Wonder – SuperstitionStevie Wonder – H...

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Synth Icons

Hohner Clavinet D6 – 12 Famous Riffs You Instantly Know! (Superstition, Trampled Under Foot + more)

2 weeks ago

6 minutes

Synth Icons

Roland Jupiter-4: 15 Famous Riffs You Know (But Didn’t Realise Were Jupiter-4!)

In this episode of Synth Icons, we shine a light on one of the most underrated classic analog synths of all time — the Roland Jupiter-4. Before the Juno-60 and Jupiter-8 stole the spotlight, this synth helped shape the sound of early synth-pop with its raw, punchy tone and lush analog character. I recreate 15 famous Jupiter-4 riffs from legendary artists including Duran Duran, Depeche Mode, The Human League, Gary Numan, Michael Jackson, Heaven 17 and more. Expect shimmering brass pads, pulsin...

3 weeks ago

8 minutes

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Korg M1: 14 Famous Riffs You Know (But Didn’t Realise Were M1!)

The Korg M1 is one of the most iconic keyboards ever made — the sound of late-’80s and early-’90s pop, dance, and film music. In this episode of Synth Icons, producer and synth collector Andy Whitmore recreates 13 legendary riffs that defined the era. From the unmistakable Piano 16’ and Universe sounds to classic hits by House, Madonna, Inner City, and Pet Shop Boys, you’ll instantly recognise how the M1 shaped the sound of a generation. Every riff is performed on the original hardware — no s...

1 month ago

5 minutes

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Yamaha DX7: 21 Iconic Riffs You Know (But Didn’t Realise Were DX7!)

The Yamaha DX7 is one of the most iconic synthesizers of all time, shaping the sound of pop, rock, funk, electronic, and film music throughout the 80s and 90s. In this episode, I recreate 21 legendary riffs that defined decades of music — from Berlin and Toto to Michael Jackson, Vangelis, Madonna, Phil Collins, Sade, Daft Punk, and more. All played note-for-note on the original DX7 — no software, no emulation. From the lush E.Piano of Elton John’s Sacrifice to the haunting Syn-Vox of The X-Fi...

1 month ago

8 minutes

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CS-80 Blind Test | Yamaha vs Arturia, Softube, Cherry Audio & XILS

Can YOU tell the difference between the legendary Yamaha CS-80 and today’s best software emulations? In this blind test, I compare the original CS-80 with recreations from Arturia, Softube, Cherry Audio, and XILS Lab — and the results might surprise you! 🎹 You’ll hear iconic sounds from Vangelis, Michael Jackson, Toto, and even Doctor Who — but only ONE is the real hardware. Play along, make your guesses, and see if your ears can spot the legendary CS-80 among the plugins. 👉 Don’t forget to s...

2 months ago

8 minutes