Synthbits: 80s Action Movie Soundtracks!


The DX7 was essential to the sound of many 80s pop hits. It was equally important to action movie and television soundtracks. Miami Vice, Top Gun and Beverly Hills Cop were filled with the sound of the FM Synthesizers. We found this great video from YouTuber “RetroSound” –  realized on a mint 1987 DX7II that […]

By Blake Angelos

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The DX7 was essential to the sound of many 80s pop hits. It was equally important to action movie and television soundtracks. Miami Vice, Top Gun and Beverly Hills Cop were filled with the sound of the FM Synthesizers. We found this great video from YouTuber “RetroSound” –  realized on a mint 1987 DX7II that will take you right back to that era.

“I feel the need…the need for SPEED!”

Check it out below:

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