Dave Smith Instruments SYNTHESIZERS

Slight correction to the link I provided in my message - the 'rough
draft' of the song is at:

http://www.myspace.com/mikewelchsf

Thank you again in advance for any comments or guidance you can provide.

--- In DSI_Evolver@yahoogroups.com, "mikewelch7" <mikewelch7@...> wrote:
>
> Hello,
> 
> I'm an amateur musician new to synthesis.  I'm using a DSI MEK on a
> rock oriented track and am looking for some assistance in desigining a
> sound.  The song began with a keyboard riff using the MEK's 'Mountain
> Hall' preset (B101).  
> 
> A rough draft of the song is at:  www.myspace.com/mikewelch7 (first
> song on profile - 'Swallowed the Mountain')
> 
> During the verses (i.e., when singing begins, but not during the
> pre-chorus or chorus), I'm seeking to take the organ-like riff out of
> the mix, and am looking a single-note pad that removes the digital
> oscillators out completely, that is very warm, sounding almost like a
> violin.  The sound should rise to peak rather quickly, have some
> 'vibratto' then fade.
> 
> The sound I'm going for is very similar to the Prophet tones heard all
> over Roxy Music's 'Avalon' album - it should be very warm and sound
> good in a mix.
> 
> The sound you hear during the verses isn't far off, but when listened
> to on headphones sounds too harsh.
> 
> Could anyone well versed in synthesis provide some general pointers on
> how I should begin to construct this sound?
> 
> Your assistance would be greatly appreciated!
>