Tone Profile

A bright and shimmering clean tone with chorus and compression, creating a spacious and danceable sound. The guitar cuts through the mix with clarity and articulation.

Production Credits

Signal Chain

Recording Notes

• Nile Rodgers's signature clean guitar sound is a key element of "Let's Dance."
• The Fender Twin Reverb provides a clean and robust platform for the guitar tone.
• The Dyno My Piano Tri Stereo Chorus is used heavily to create a wide, shimmering sound.
• Compression helps to even out the dynamics and add sustain.

Recreation Tips

• Start with a Fender Stratocaster into a clean Fender amp like a Twin Reverb or Deluxe Reverb.
• Use a chorus pedal capable of a wide, shimmering sound, such as the Dyno My Piano Tri Stereo Chorus or a modern equivalent.
• Apply compression to even out the dynamics and add sustain. A Urei 1176 or similar FET compressor can work well.
• Experiment with microphone placement to capture the desired amp tone.

Recommended Gear

• Fender Stratocaster(guitar)
• Fender Twin Reverb(amp)
• Dyno My Piano Tri Stereo Chorus(pedal)
• Urei 1176(compressor)
• Shure SM57(mic)