lead guitar from “for what it's worth” by buffalo springfield | ToneDB

for what it's worth

buffalo springfield

lead guitar

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Tone Profile

A clean, slightly overdriven guitar tone with a touch of tremolo, providing a subtle, shimmering quality. The sound is warm and present, with a clear mid-range focus.

Production Credits

Producer: Ahmet Ertegun

Engineer: Tom Dowd

Recorded at: Atlantic Studios (New York, NY)

Signal Chain

Instrument: Gretsch Chet Atkins

Amp: Fender Tweed Deluxe

Processing: Fender Tremolo

Recording Notes

  • The guitar was likely recorded with the amplifier at a moderate volume to achieve a slightly overdriven sound.
  • The tremolo effect was used subtly to add depth and movement to the tone.
  • The guitar sound blends with the other elements of the song without overpowering them.

Recreation Tips

  • Start with a clean amp setting and gradually increase the gain until you achieve a slight overdrive.
  • Use a tremolo pedal or the amp's built-in tremolo effect to add a subtle, shimmering quality.
  • Experiment with different microphone placements to find the sweet spot for your amplifier.
  • Use your guitar's tone knob to dial in a warm, present sound with a clear mid-range focus.

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