You could grab some sample or instrument packs that will help you approximate the sound you are after more quickly.

Baby Audio has a pretty nice VST instrument and 90s preset pack that might have the sound you are looking for - have a listen here https://static1.squarespace.com/static/561e2985e4b08862a3496...

On a side note - if you are looking for people to help out I’d love to have a crack, also looking to learn.