Tone Profile

The piano has a rich, full sound with a touch of reverb, creating a melancholic and reflective mood. It aims for a classic Broadway musical piano tone, emphasizing sustain and clarity.

Production Credits

Signal Chain

Recording Notes

• The piano was likely recorded in a large studio space to capture the natural resonance.
• Microphones were placed both close to the strings for clarity and further back to capture room ambience.
• Reverb was added in post-production to enhance the sustain and create a sense of depth.
• EQ was used to shape the tone, likely focusing on the mid-range frequencies for warmth and presence.

Recreation Tips

• Start with a high-quality grand piano sample or recording.
• Use a bright condenser microphone for recording.
• Experiment with microphone placement to capture both direct sound and room ambience.
• Add a touch of plate reverb to simulate a concert hall environment.
• Use EQ to shape the piano's tone, focusing on the low mids for warmth and the high frequencies for clarity.

Recommended Gear

• Steinway Model D(keyboard)
• Neumann U87(mic)
• Lexicon 224(reverb)