Making retro synth presets sound fresh: Hyunji-A shares her workflow

Retro synths continue to play a massive role in electronic music, especially for producers working in-the-box who rely on virtual instruments to shape their sound. These classic vibes bring a familiar warmth and texture that digital-only productions often struggle to recreate, providing a foundation for both melodic and rhythmic elements.

From thick chords to plucky arps, retro synth presets, and sound libraries help producers tap into a feeling that connects past and present without dropping thousands on vintage hardware. And yet, with the bedrock of these sounds being ones we’ve heard countless times – how do top-level artists push the boundaries of saw, sine, and square waves time and time again? ...

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