Shimmering, high-frequency leads typical of 80s pop.
Beyond the leads, the atmosphere is what separates a generic synth track from a cinematic experience. Michael Oakley’s production is famous for its "wide" stereo field. The presets and samples associated with his name in a TAL context focus heavily on ensemble pads—sounds that fill the sonic space without clashing with the vocals or leads. These are the synthetic "strings" that provide the emotional backdrop for the nostalgia inherent in the genre. Michael Oakley Tal Sampler Volume 1 -TAL SAMPLE...