Boards Of Canada - — Olson

While the brothers are secretive about their gear, fans and analysts often associate this sound with the Yamaha CS-80 or Roland SH-101 .

Theories on its key vary. Some identify it as E Lydian , while others suggest F Major with a non-diatonic ♭VII chord. The core chords are typically played as E♭, F, and C major . Boards of Canada - Olson

The melody often utilizes the F major pentatonic scale (F, G, A, C, D), which allows the notes to sit comfortably over the shifting harmonies. Sound & Production While the brothers are secretive about their gear,


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While the brothers are secretive about their gear, fans and analysts often associate this sound with the Yamaha CS-80 or Roland SH-101 .

Theories on its key vary. Some identify it as E Lydian , while others suggest F Major with a non-diatonic ♭VII chord. The core chords are typically played as E♭, F, and C major .

The melody often utilizes the F major pentatonic scale (F, G, A, C, D), which allows the notes to sit comfortably over the shifting harmonies. Sound & Production