Tone Profile

A bright and punchy rhythm guitar tone that is raw but full, with a slight edge that cuts through the mix, providing a strong foundation for the song's energetic vibe. It sounds like a direct guitar amp with little processing.

Production Credits

Signal Chain

Recording Notes

• The guitar sound is characterized by its directness and minimal processing, with a focus on capturing the raw tone of the guitar and amplifier.
• The use of a dynamic microphone like the SM57 is common for capturing the punch and clarity of guitar cabinets in rock music.

Recreation Tips

• Start with a Gibson Les Paul style guitar into a Mesa/Boogie amplifier for a similar high-gain foundation.
• Use a Shure SM57 close to the speaker cone, slightly off-axis, to capture the amp's raw sound.
• Focus on amp settings for tone shaping: gain staging, EQ, and presence to achieve the desired edge and clarity.
• Avoid excessive post-processing; subtle EQ adjustments can refine the tone without masking the amp's character.

Recommended Gear

• Gibson Les Paul(guitar)
• Mesa/Boogie Dual Rectifier(amp)
• Shure SM57(mic)