rhythm guitar from “the jean genie” by david bowie | ToneDB
the jean genie
david bowie
rhythm guitar
75% ai confidence
Tone Profile
A raw and biting guitar tone with a slightly nasal quality, providing a solid foundation for the song's energetic drive. It's a classic rock sound, direct and punchy.
Production Credits
Producer: Ken Scott
Engineer: Ken Scott
Recorded at: Trident Studios, London
Signal Chain
Instrument: Gibson Les Paul
Amp: Marshall Super Lead
Microphone: Neumann U67
Recording Notes
- The guitar was likely recorded with a close-mic'd amplifier in a well-treated studio environment.
- The direct and punchy sound suggests minimal use of room ambience or effects during recording.
- The slightly nasal quality might be a result of the guitar's pickups or the EQ settings on the mixing console.
Recreation Tips
- Start with a Gibson Les Paul and a Marshall Super Lead amplifier.
- Use a moderate amount of gain on the amplifier to achieve a biting overdrive.
- Position a Neumann U67 microphone close to the speaker cone.
- Experiment with EQ to emphasize the midrange frequencies and add a slight nasal quality.
- Double-track the guitar part for added thickness and impact.
Recommended Gear
- Gibson Les Paul(guitar)
- Marshall Super Lead(amp)
- Neumann U67(mic)
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