piano from “the suburbs” by arcade fire | ToneDB
the suburbs
arcade fire
piano
75% ai confidence
Tone Profile
The piano has a slightly lo-fi, warm, and intimate sound, achieved through a combination of close miking and vintage gear. It's got a subtly compressed quality that adds presence without sounding overly polished.
Production Credits
Producer: Markus Dravs
Engineer: Craig Silvey
Recorded at: Studio Frisson (Montreal)
Signal Chain
Instrument: Piano
Microphone: Neumann U47
Recording Notes
- The piano was likely recorded with close miking techniques to capture a direct and intimate sound.
- Compression was applied to enhance the sustain and presence of the piano.
Recreation Tips
- Start with a well-maintained piano that has a naturally warm tone.
- Experiment with microphone placement to find the sweet spot that captures the desired sound.
- Use a Urei 1176 compressor to subtly compress the signal and add sustain.
- Consider using a touch of tape saturation to further enhance the vintage vibe.
Recommended Gear
- Neumann U47(mic)
- Urei 1176(compressor)
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