Minimal synth is a subgenre of synth-pop that emerged in the late 1970s and early 1980s. It is characterized by its sparse, cold, and minimalistic sound, often featuring simple drum machine beats, synthesizers, and repetitive basslines. The lyrics are usually introspective and melancholic, and the vocals are often delivered in a deadpan or detached style. The music has influenced many other genres, including industrial, darkwave, and post-punk.