piano from “i say a little prayer” by aretha franklin | ToneDB

i say a little prayer

aretha franklin

piano

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Tone Profile

Warm, gospel-infused piano sound with a touch of reverb and a rich, full low-end. The tone is clean and bright, providing a solid harmonic foundation for the song.

Production Credits

Producer: Jerry Wexler

Engineer: Tom Dowd

Recorded at: Atlantic Recording Studios, New York

Signal Chain

Instrument: Steinway D

Microphone: Neumann U67

Recording Notes

  • The piano was likely recorded with a close mic technique to capture the detail and articulation. The use of a premium condenser microphone, such as a Neumann U67, would provide a warm and detailed sound. The piano was recorded in a large studio room with a natural reverb.
  • The piano was likely recorded with a few room microphones to capture the ambience of the room. A touch of plate reverb was added during mixing to enhance the spaciousness of the piano.

Recreation Tips

  • Use a high-quality grand piano sample or virtual instrument. Focus on capturing a warm and full sound with a strong fundamental.
  • Experiment with microphone placement to find the sweet spot for your piano. A close mic will capture detail, while a room mic will add ambience.
  • Add a touch of plate reverb to create a sense of space and depth. Be careful not to overdo it, as too much reverb can muddy the sound.
  • Use a gentle EQ to shape the tone and remove any unwanted frequencies. Focus on boosting the low-end for a full and rich sound.

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