4 Unusual Instruments Duran Duran Used on Rio

Vibraphone The band incorporated a vibraphone to add shimmering, metallic tones to the album’s layered sound.

Marimba A marimba provided warm, wooden percussive textures that contrasted with the synthesizers.

Lit cigarette The sound of a cigarette being lit was recorded and used as a percussive effect in the mix.

Cracking ice cubes Cracking ice cubes were sampled to create crisp, atmospheric noise that added depth to the tracks.