Tone Profile

Classic, soulful organ sound with a slightly overdriven, percussive character. It's got a warm, rounded tone that's both smooth and punchy.

Production Credits

Signal Chain

Recording Notes

• The Hammond B3 was likely recorded live in the studio with the Leslie speaker cabinet. The overdrive may have come from pushing the Leslie amp or the console preamps.
• Given the era and location (Stax Studios), the recording was likely done in a single room with minimal isolation.

Recreation Tips

• Start with a clean Hammond B3 sample or virtual instrument.
• Use the Leslie emulation plugin to get the swirling speaker effect. Experiment with the speed and intensity of the rotation.
• Add a touch of overdrive or tube saturation to give the organ some grit and warmth. Subtle compression will help the organ sit well in the mix.

Recommended Gear

• Hammond B3(keyboard)
• Leslie 122(amp)