List of Depeche Mode sample sources by album/Sounds Of The Universe

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 were among the most prolific acts to make use of 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 aims to document all verifiable sound sources for many of the musical parts used by Depeche Mode in the production of their 2009 album Sounds Of The Universe.

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 or Recoil, 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 or Recoil.

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.

Sounds Of The Universe (2009)

1. "In Chains"

"In Chains" Depeche Mode 2009
	Sample sources
	Sample	Source	Status	Notes	Audio
	Drum element	Roland Corporation - Roland CR-78 Rhythm Composer - 1978	Confirmed	A series of drum elements audible throughout "In Chains" are derived from the Roland CR-78 CompuRhythm drum machine.	✖

2. "Hole To Feed"

"Hole To Feed" is not yet known to contain samples from any identifiable sources.

3. "Wrong"

"Wrong" Depeche Mode 2009
	Sample sources
	Sample	Source	Status	Notes	Audio
	Bass Drum	Roland Corporation - Roland TR-808 Rhythm Composer - 1980	Confirmed	A series of drum elements audible throughout "Wrong" are derived from the Roland TR-808 drum machine.	✖
	Snare	Ace Electronic Industries Inc. - Ace Tone Rhythm Ace FR-2L - 1968	Confirmed	A series of drum elements audible throughout "Wrong" are derived from the Ace Tone Rhythm Ace FR-2L - 1968 drum machine.	✖

4. "Fragile Tension"

"Fragile Tension" is not yet known to contain samples from any identifiable sources.

5. "Little Soul"

"Little Soul" is not yet known to contain samples from any identifiable sources.

6. "In Sympathy"

"In Sympathy" Depeche Mode 2009
	Sample sources
	Sample	Source	Status	Notes	Audio
	Clap	Roland Corporation - Roland TR-808 Rhythm Composer - 1980	Confirmed	A series of drum elements audible throughout "In Sympathy" are derived from the Roland TR-808 drum machine.	✖

7. "Peace"

"Peace" Depeche Mode 2009
	Sample sources
	Sample	Source	Status	Notes	Audio
	Kick	Roland Corporation - Roland TR-808 Rhythm Composer - 1980	Confirmed	A series of drum elements audible throughout "Peace" are derived from the Roland TR-808 drum machine.	✖
	Drum elements	Roland Corporation - Roland CR-78 Rhythm Composer - 1978	Confirmed	A series of drum elements audible throughout "Peace" are derived from the Roland CR-78 CompuRhythm 1978 drum machine.	✖

8. "Come Back"

"Come Back" Depeche Mode 2009
	Sample sources
	Sample	Source	Status	Notes	Audio
	Clap	Sequential Circuits DrumTraks - 1984	Confirmed	A series of drum elements audible throughout "Come Back" are derived from the Sequential Circuits DrumTraks - 1984 drum machine.	✖

9. "Spacewalker"

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

10. "Perfect"

"Perfect" Depeche Mode 2009
	Sample sources
	Sample	Source	Status	Notes	Audio
	Drum element	Roland Corporation - Roland CR-78 Rhythm Composer - 1978	Confirmed	A series of drum elements audible throughout "Perfect" are derived from the Roland CR-78 CompuRhythm drum machine.	✖

11. "Miles Away / The Truth Is"

"Miles Away / The Truth Is" is not yet known to contain samples from any identifiable sources.

12. "Jezebel"

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

13. "Corrupt"

"Corrupt" Depeche Mode 2009
	Sample sources
	Sample	Source	Status	Notes	Audio
	Cabasa	Sequential Circuits DrumTraks - 1984	Confirmed	A series of drum elements audible throughout "Corrupt" are derived from the Sequential Circuits DrumTraks - 1984 drum machine.	✖