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:''This article is about the various sample sources used on [[Depeche Mode]] album [[:Category:Depeche Mode songs|tracks]] and official remixes. For sample sources used on [[Recoil]] works, see [[Recoil sample sources]]. For sample sources in the live arrangements of [[Depeche Mode]] [[:Category:Depeche Mode songs|songs]] as they were performed on the various concert tours undertaken by the group, see [[List of Depeche Mode live sample sources by tour]].''
:''This article is about the various sample sources used on [[Depeche Mode]] album [[:Category:Depeche Mode songs|tracks]] and official remixes. For sample sources used on [[Recoil]] works, see [[Recoil sample sources]]. For sample sources used on [[Martin Gore]] works, see [[List of Martin Gore sample sources by album]]. For sample sources in the live arrangements of [[Depeche Mode]] [[:Category:Depeche Mode songs|songs]] as they were performed on the various concert tours undertaken by the group, see [[List of Depeche Mode live sample sources by tour]].''
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= Studio albums =
= Studio albums =
== ''[[Speak & Spell]]'' (1981) ==
{{Sample source album preview
''Speak & Spell'' is not yet known to contain samples from any identifiable sources.
|albumpage=[[Speak & Spell]]
 
|year=1981
== ''[[A Broken Frame]]'' (1982) ==
|file=Album-SAS.jpg
{{main|List of Depeche Mode sample sources by album/A Broken Frame|List of Depeche Mode sample sources by album/A Broken Frame}}
|link=[[List of Depeche Mode sample sources by album/Speak & Spell]]
 
|text={{main|List of Depeche Mode sample sources by album/Speak & Spell|List of Depeche Mode sample sources by album/Speak & Spell}}
== ''[[Construction Time Again]]'' (1983) ==
|size=100px
{{main|List of Depeche Mode sample sources by album/Construction Time Again|List of Depeche Mode sample sources by album/Construction Time Again}}
}}
 
{{Sample source album preview
== ''[[Some Great Reward]]'' (1984) ==
|albumpage=[[A Broken Frame]]
{{main|List of Depeche Mode sample sources by album/Some Great Reward|List of Depeche Mode sample sources by album/Some Great Reward}}
|year=1982
 
|file=Album-ABF.jpg
== ''The Singles 81→85'' (1985) ==
|link=[[List of Depeche Mode sample sources by album/A Broken Frame]]
{{Sample source with audio
|text={{main|List of Depeche Mode sample sources by album/A Broken Frame|List of Depeche Mode sample sources by album/A Broken Frame}}
|song={{S|Shake The Disease}}
|size=100px
|artist=[[Depeche Mode]]
}}
|releaseyear=1985
{{Sample source album preview
|smsample1=Celeste-like bell
|albumpage=[[Construction Time Again]]
|smsnotes1=A filtered bell element reminiscent of a {{EL|https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Celesta celeste}} is employed during the post-chorus sections layered with a variety of other parts, including a separate bell sample and synthesized parts. This distinctive sound would also see use in several other [[Depeche Mode]] songs recorded during this era, including {{s|It Doesn't Matter Two}} and {{s|But Not Tonight}}.
|year=1983
|smsample2=Metallic percussive element
|file=Album-CTA.jpg
|smsnotes2=A textured, highly-resonant percussive element with a high frequency is used during the post-chorus sections layered with several other parts and processed with reverb. The sample is re-triggered to play in time with the bell melody, and is played in two ways: one where the sample is re-triggered in time with the bell melody and then allowed to play out (or allowed to play from beginning to end) on the seventh keypress, and one where the sample cuts away on the seventh keypress without playing in full. Notably, this sample is also used in several other songs recorded by Depeche Mode between 1984 and 1985, including {{s|It Doesn't Matter}}.
|link=[[List of Depeche Mode sample sources by album/Construction Time Again]]
|smsample3=Verse melody synth layer
|text={{main|List of Depeche Mode sample sources by album/Construction Time Again|List of Depeche Mode sample sources by album/Construction Time Again}}
|smsnotes3=A synth sample originally recorded for use during the verse sections of {{S|Everything Counts}} is layered with a separate sample to form the eight note melody performed throughout the first half of each {{EL|https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Song_structure#Verse verse}} section. This sample is also used to subtle effect throughout the chorus sections of {{S|Here Is The House}}.
|size=100px
|smsexample3=ss-STD-EC-Synth.mp3
}}
|ssample1=Middle eight melody
{{Sample source album preview
|ssource1='''{{EL|http://www.vintagesynth.com/yamaha/dx7.php Yamaha DX7}} factory ROM #1 Bank B: "CALIOPE"'''
|albumpage=[[Some Great Reward]]
|sstatus1=C
|year=1984
|snotes1=A manipulated {{EL|https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Calliope_(music) calliope}}-esque sample derived from the Yamaha DX7 factory Rom #1 program "CALIOPE" is layered with a series of other instruments to form the layered melody performed during the {{EL|https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Thirty-two-bar_form#Middle_eight middle eight}} section of "Shake The Disease".
|file=Album-SGR.jpg
|sexample1=ss-STD-DX7-Rom1B-Caliope.mp3
|link=[[List of Depeche Mode sample sources by album/Some Great Reward]]
|ssample2=Verse melody
|text={{main|List of Depeche Mode sample sources by album/Some Great Reward|List of Depeche Mode sample sources by album/Some Great Reward}}
|ssource2='''{{EL|http://www.vintagesynth.com/emu/emulator2.php Emulator II}} factory library disk #04: Grand Piano - Preset #1: "Piano #1"'''
|size=100px
|sstatus2=C
}}
|snotes2="Shake The Disease" utilises a series of edited samples derived from {{EL|http://www.vintagesynth.com/emu/emulator2.php Emulator II}} factory library disk #04 "Grand Piano". As is common practice with multi-sampled instruments, the samples are {{EL|https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Sampler_(musical_instrument)#Interface keymapped}} onto separate sections of a sampler keyboard in accordance with their pitch to approximate the differences in tone between notes of differing octaves on a traditional piano, and are subsequently layered with a guitar-like sample to form the melody performed in the latter half of each {{EL|https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Song_structure#Verse verse}} section.
{{Sample source album preview
|sexample2=ss-STD-EII-04-Grand-Piano.mp3
|albumpage=The Singles 81→85
|sexamplenotes2=In this example, Emulator II factory disk #04 "Grand Piano" is compared to a selection of audio from the "Remixed Extended" remix of "Shake The Disease" (played out of phase to more clearly expose the verse melody) to demonstrate the similarity in tone between the Emulator II contents and one layer of the verse melody.
|year=1985
|ssample3=Chorus synth melody layer
|file=Album-8185.jpg
|ssource3='''{{EL|http://www.vintagesynth.com/misc/synclav.php Synclavier II}} Resynth Library Disk #4 - 4464 Harp'''
|link=[[List of Depeche Mode sample sources by album/The Singles 81→85]]
|sstatus3=C
|text={{main|List of Depeche Mode sample sources by album/The Singles 81→85|List of Depeche Mode sample sources by album/The Singles 81→85}}
|snotes3=A harp-like synth pluck sound derived from the "Harp" timbre of {{EL|http://www.vintagesynth.com/misc/synclav.php Synclavier II}} Resynth library diskette #4 is layered with a separate sampled sound to form the lead melody heard during the {{EL|https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Song_structure#Chorus_or_refrain chorus}} sections of "Shake The Disease".
|size=100px
|sexample3=ss-STD-Synclavier-Resynth4-4464-Harp.mp3
}}
|sexamplenotes3=In this example, a selection of audio derived from "Shake The Disease" is compared to the source sound as produced by the Arturia Synclavier V, a Synclavier VST emulation (Resynth timbre "4464 Harp" courtesy of Synclavier co-inventor Cameron Jones via {{EL|https://www.facebook.com/groups/TimbreShare/ "Timbre Share"}} {{EL|https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Facebook Facebook}} group).
{{Sample source album preview
|ssample4=Post-chorus bell melody layer
|albumpage=[[Black Celebration (album)|Black Celebration]]
|ssource4='''{{EL|http://www.vintagesynth.com/misc/synclav.php Synclavier II}} Timbre Directory Diskette #3 - 2337 Chimes #1'''
|year=1986
|sstatus4=C
|file=Album-Black.jpg
|snotes4=A bell-like chime sound derived from the "Chimes #1" timbre of Synclavier II timbre directory diskette #3 is used to play a basic two {{EL|https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Octave octave}} seven note melody layered with a series of other sounds to form the bell melody heard during the post-chorus sections of "Shake The Disease".
|link=[[List of Depeche Mode sample sources by album/Black Celebration]]
|sexample4=ss-STD-Synclavier-Disk3-2337-Chimes1.mp3
|text={{main|List of Depeche Mode sample sources by album/Black Celebration|List of Depeche Mode sample sources by album/Black Celebration}}
|sexamplenotes4=In this example, a selection of audio derived from "Shake The Disease" (played out of phase to more clearly expose the sound in question) is compared to the source sound as produced by the Arturia Synclavier V, a Synclavier VST emulation (Resynth timbre "2337 Chimes #1" courtesy of Synclavier co-inventor Cameron Jones via {{EL|https://www.facebook.com/groups/TimbreShare/ "Timbre Share"}} {{EL|https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Facebook Facebook}} group).
|size=100px
 
}}
|ssample5=Hi-hats (open and closed), snare drum, bass drum
{{Sample source album preview
|ssource5='''Yamaha RX-11 - Digital Rhythm Programmer''' - 1984
|albumpage=[[Music For The Masses]]
|sstatus5=C
|year=1987
|snotes5=A series of bass drum, snare drum, and hi-hat samples derived from the Yamaha RX-11 programmable drum machine are utilised throughout "Shake The Disease".
|file=Album-MFTM.jpg
 
|link=[[List of Depeche Mode sample sources by album/Music For The Masses]]
|snumberofrows=5
|text={{main|List of Depeche Mode sample sources by album/Music For The Masses|List of Depeche Mode sample sources by album/Music For The Masses}}
|size=100px
}}
{{Sample source album preview
|albumpage=[[Violator]]
|year=1990
|file=Album-Violator.jpg
|link=[[List of Depeche Mode sample sources by album/Violator]]
|text={{main|List of Depeche Mode sample sources by album/Violator|List of Depeche Mode sample sources by album/Violator}}
|size=100px
}}
{{Sample source album preview
|albumpage=[[Songs Of Faith And Devotion|Songs Of Faith and Devotion]]
|year=1993
|file=Album-SOFAD.jpg
|link=[[List of Depeche Mode sample sources by album/Songs of Faith and Devotion]]
|text={{main|List of Depeche Mode sample sources by album/Songs of Faith and Devotion|List of Depeche Mode sample sources by album/Songs of Faith and Devotion}}
|size=100px
}}
{{Sample source album preview
|albumpage=[[Ultra]]
|year=1997
|file=Album-Ultra.jpg
|link=[[List of Depeche Mode sample sources by album/Ultra]]
|text={{main|List of Depeche Mode sample sources by album/Ultra|List of Depeche Mode sample sources by album/Ultra}}
|size=100px
}}
{{Sample source album preview
|albumpage=The Singles 86>98
|year=1998
|file=Album-8698.jpg
|link=[[List of Depeche Mode sample sources by album/The Singles 86-98]]
|text={{main|List of Depeche Mode sample sources by album/The Singles 86-98|List of Depeche Mode sample sources by album/The Singles 86>98}}
|size=100px
}}
{{Sample source album preview
|albumpage=[[Exciter]]
|year=2001
|file=Album-Exciter.jpg
|link=[[List of Depeche Mode sample sources by album/Exciter]]
|text={{main|List of Depeche Mode sample sources by album/Exciter|List of Depeche Mode sample sources by album/Exciter}}
|size=100px
}}
{{Sample source album preview
|albumpage=[[Playing The Angel]]
|year=2005
|file=Album-PTA.jpg
|link=[[List of Depeche Mode sample sources by album/Playing The Angel]]
|text={{main|List of Depeche Mode sample sources by album/Playing The Angel|List of Depeche Mode sample sources by album/Playing The Angel}}
|size=100px
}}
}}
{{Sample source
{{Sample source album preview
|song={{S|It's Called A Heart}}
|albumpage=[[Sounds Of The Universe]]
|artist=[[Depeche Mode]]
|year=2009
|releaseyear=1985
|file=Album-SOTU.jpg
|smsample1=Sampled guitar-like loop
|link=[[Sounds Of The Universe]]
|smsnotes1="It's Called A Heart" makes sporadic use of a looped guitar part during the instrumental breaks following each {{EL|https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Song_structure#Chorus_or_refrain chorus}} section. This sample would later famously be used to form the lead melody heard throughout {{S|A Question Of Time}}.
|text=''Sounds Of The Universe'' is not yet known to contain samples from any identifiable sources.
|ssample1=Bass elements
|size=100px
|ssource1='''{{EL|http://www.vintagesynth.com/emu/emulator2.php Emulator II}} factory library disk #06: "Bass, Synth, Drums"'''
|sstatus1=C
|snotes1="It's Called A Heart" utilises a bass guitar sample derived from Emulator II factory library disk #06 "Bass, Synth, Drums".
|ssample2=Choir elements
|ssource2='''{{EL|http://www.vintagesynth.com/emu/emulator2.php Emulator II}} factory library disk #12: "Voices" - SAMPLE 3'''
|sstatus2=C
|snotes2=A choir pad audible throughout the intro and verse sections of "It's Called A Heart" features a sample derived from the "Voices 1" preset of Emulator II factory library disk #12 "Voices". Notably, this sample is also used throughout {{S|But Not Tonight}}.
|snumberofrows=2
}}
}}
 
{{Sample source album preview
{{Sample source with audio
|albumpage=[[Delta Machine]]
|song={{S|Flexible}}
|year=2013
|artist=[[Depeche Mode]]
|file=Album-Delta.jpg
|releaseyear=1985
|link=[[Delta Machine]]
|ssample1=Bass elements
|text=''Delta Machine'' is not yet known to contain samples from any identifiable sources.
|ssource1='''{{EL|http://www.vintagesynth.com/emu/emulator2.php Emulator II}} factory library disk #06: "Bass, Synth, Drums"'''
|size=100px
|sstatus1=C
|snotes1="Flexible" utilises a bass guitar sample derived from Emulator II factory library disk #06 "Bass, Synth, Drums".
 
|ssample2=Choir elements
|ssource2='''{{EL|http://www.vintagesynth.com/emu/emulator2.php Emulator II}} factory library disk #12: "Voices" - SAMPLE 3'''
|sstatus2=C
|snotes2=A sample derived from the "Voices 1" preset of Emulator II factory library disk #12 "Voices" is utilised throughout "Flexible".
 
|ssample3=Banjo elements
|ssource3='''{{EL|http://www.vintagesynth.com/emu/emulator2.php Emulator II}} factory library disk #23: "Accordian & Banjo" - SAMPLE 7'''
|sstatus3=C
|snotes3=A looping sample of a strummed banjo derived from Emulator II factory library disk #23 "Accordian & Banjo" is audible throughout "Flexible".
 
|ssample4=Cello, violin elements
|ssource4='''{{EL|http://www.vintagesynth.com/emu/emulator2.php Emulator II}} factory library disk #37: "Cello & Violin" - SAMPLE 11, SAMPLE 12'''
|sstatus4=C
|snotes4=Two samples derived from Emulator II factory library disk #37 "Cello & Violin" are utilised sporadically throughout "Flexible".
|sround=1
|snumberofrows=4
}}
}}
 
{{Sample source album preview
== ''[[Black Celebration (album)|Black Celebration]]'' (1986) ==
|albumpage=[[Spirit]]
{{main|List of Depeche Mode sample sources by album/Black Celebration|List of Depeche Mode sample sources by album/Black Celebration}}
|year=2017
 
|file=Album-Spirit.jpg
== ''[[Music For The Masses]]'' (1987) ==
|link=[[Spirit]]
{{main|List of Depeche Mode sample sources by album/Music For The Masses|List of Depeche Mode sample sources by album/Music For The Masses}}
|text=''Spirit'' is not yet known to contain samples from any identifiable sources.
 
|size=100px
== ''[[Violator]]'' (1990) ==
{{main|List of Depeche Mode sample sources by album/Violator|List of Depeche Mode sample sources by album/Violator}}
 
== ''[[Songs Of Faith And Devotion]]'' (1993) ==
{{main|List of Depeche Mode sample sources by album/Songs of Faith and Devotion|List of Depeche Mode sample sources by album/Songs of Faith and Devotion}}
 
== ''[[Ultra]]'' (1997) ==
{{main|List of Depeche Mode sample sources by album/Ultra|List of Depeche Mode sample sources by album/Ultra}}
 
== ''[[Exciter]]'' (2001) ==
{{Sample source
|song={{S|Dream On}} (Remix)
|artist=[[Depeche Mode]]
|releaseyear=2001
|ssample1=N/A
|ssource1='''Kraftwerk - "The Robots"''' - 1978
|sstatus1=U
|snumberofrows=1
|sround=1
|colorscheme=Exciter
}}
}}
 
{{Sample source album preview
== ''[[Playing The Angel]]'' (2005) ==
|albumpage=[[Memento Mori]]
{{Sample source with audio
|year=2023
|song={{S|Suffer Well}}
|file=Album-MM.jpg
|artist=[[Depeche Mode]]
|link=[[Memento Mori]]
|releaseyear=2005
|text=''Memento Mori'' is not yet known to contain samples from any identifiable sources.
|ssample1=Sweep synth, synthesizer elements
|size=100px
|ssource1='''Native Instruments Reaktor > Kaleidon > "Lagerhallenromanti"''' - 2003 (?)
|sstatus1=C
|snotes1=A sweep synthesizer pad derived from "Lagerhallenromanti", a preset featured in the Native Instruments Reaktor ensemble Kaleidon, is utilised throughout "Suffer Well".
|sround=1
|snumberofrows=1
|colorscheme=PTA
}}
}}
 
= Other works =
== ''[[Sounds Of The Universe]]'' (2009) ==
''Sounds Of The Universe'' is not yet known to contain samples from any identifiable sources.
 
== ''[[Delta Machine]]'' (2013) ==
''Delta Machine'' is not yet known to contain samples from any identifiable sources.
 
== ''[[Spirit]]'' (2017) ==
''Spirit'' is not yet known to contain samples from any identifiable sources.
 
== ''[[Memento Mori]]'' (2023) ==
''Memento Mori'' is not yet known to contain samples from any identifiable sources.
 
= Other works by Depeche Mode =
== ''{{EL|https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Until_the_End_of_the_World_(soundtrack) Until The End Of The World (Music From The Motion Picture Soundtrack)}}'' ==
== ''{{EL|https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Until_the_End_of_the_World_(soundtrack) Until The End Of The World (Music From The Motion Picture Soundtrack)}}'' ==
=== "[[Death's Door]]" ===
=== "[[Death's Door]]" ===
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= References =
= References =
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Latest revision as of 22:09, 19 March 2024

This article is about the various sample sources used on Depeche Mode album tracks and official remixes. For sample sources used on Recoil works, see Recoil sample sources. For sample sources used on Martin Gore works, see List of Martin Gore sample sources by album. For sample sources in the live arrangements of Depeche Mode songs as they were performed on the various concert tours undertaken by the group, see List of Depeche Mode live sample sources by tour.
Glossary
Terms used in this article

In audio production, sampling refers to the use of a portion (or sample) from a sound within another recording. As pioneers of the electronic music genre, Depeche Mode are among the most prolific acts to utilise sampling technology within a traditional pop music format. Among the many original samples recorded and utilized by Depeche Mode to enhance the atmosphere of their musical output are many that originated elsewhere, including brief passages of musical recordings by other artists, snippets of audio from television shows, radio broadcasts, films, environmental sounds, and more. Analysis of these sample sources and how they are manipulated is a popular topic of discussion amongst fans of the group.

Key
Official
The sample is confirmed to have been used in the specified song by a past/present member of Depeche Mode, an individual involved in its production, or band archivist Daniel "BRAT" Barassi.
Confirmed
The sample is independently confirmed to have been used in the specified song.
Likely
The sample is likely to have been used in the specified song but has not yet been confirmed.
Unconfirmed
The sample is not yet confirmed to have been used in the specified song.
Disproven
The sample is confirmed to not have been used in the specified song.
Unknown
It is unclear if the sample was used in the specified song.

Information

This page documents all verifiable sound sources for many of the musical parts used by Depeche Mode in the production of their studio albums recorded between 1981 and 2023.

Due to the manipulated nature of the samples described in this article, there is unavoidable potential for error or sample misattribution. To ensure accuracy, this article strives to use verified quotes from band members and recording personnel with citations wherever possible, audio examples, and independent research voluntarily contributed by Depeche Mode and Recoil fans worldwide. This article provides an interesting document on this topic in a tabular format that is organized, well-researched, and reasonably accurate. Please bear in mind that due to the limited number of relevant quotes for each sample from band members or associates involved in producing the music described on this page, audio samples that lack official confirmation are not guaranteed to be accurate.

This article differentiates samples by origin: Self-made samples, which describe any material initially recorded by Depeche Mode, and Sourced samples, which describe samples not initially recorded by either group. In addition to confirmed samples, this article also covers samples commonly misreported as having been used but directly refuted by a member or associate of Depeche Mode.

If you notice an error or wish to contribute or request the removal of information contained within this article, please feel free to contact us.

Studio albums

Album-8185.jpg

The Singles 81→85 (1985)

Main article: List of Depeche Mode sample sources by album/The Singles 81→85

Album-SOTU.jpg

Sounds Of The Universe (2009)

Sounds Of The Universe is not yet known to contain samples from any identifiable sources.

Album-Delta.jpg

Delta Machine (2013)

Delta Machine is not yet known to contain samples from any identifiable sources.

Album-Spirit.jpg

Spirit (2017)

Spirit is not yet known to contain samples from any identifiable sources.

Album-MM.jpg

Memento Mori (2023)

Memento Mori is not yet known to contain samples from any identifiable sources.

Other works

Until The End Of The World (Music From The Motion Picture Soundtrack)

"Death's Door"

"Death's Door"
Depeche Mode
1991

Sample sources
Sample Source Status Notes Audio
Drum elements Angelo Badalamenti - Music From Twin Peaks - "Freshly Squeezed" - 11 September 1990
Confirmed
A manipulated sample derived from Angelo Badalamenti's instrumental "Freshly Squeezed" as featured on the 1990 Twin Peaks television series soundtrack is utilised throughout all versions of "Death's Door".

References


Notes