TB-303: The Iconic Acid Sound Explained

Discover how the Roland TB-303 shaped acid house, techno, and more with its distinctive squelchy sound. šŸŽ¶

TB-303: The Iconic Acid Sound Explained
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TB-303: The Iconic Acid Sound Explained

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The iconic Roland TB-303 defined acid house, techno, and beyond with its squelchy, evolving basslines. But what makes the 303 sound so special? And how can you recreate it using modern synths like Vital?

In this video, Joe breaks down the acid bassline, explaining how the TB-303’s filter, resonance, and accent create its hypnotic character. Plus, we’ll show you how to make a 303-style patch in Vital – perfect for acid techno, house, and rave music.

šŸ”„ Learn how to:
āœ… Recreate the 303 acid sound in a modern synth
āœ… Use filter sweeps, resonance and distortion for that squelchy groove
āœ… Make acid basslines for techno, house, and breakbeat

Whether you’re making acid house, rave music, or modern techno, this 303 tutorial will help you nail that classic sound.

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