organ from “child in time” by deep purple | ToneDB

child in time

deep purple

organ

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Tone Profile

The organ sound is characterized by its raw, overdriven tone with a prominent rotary speaker effect, creating a swirling, intense, and somewhat chaotic vibe. It's a powerful sound that fills the mix and adds to the song's dramatic tension.

Production Credits

Producer: Deep Purple

Engineer: Martin Birch

Recorded at: IBC Studios, London

Signal Chain

Instrument: Hammond C-3

Amp: Leslie 147

Microphone: Neumann U67

Recording Notes

  • The Hammond C-3 organ was played live and fed into a Leslie 147 rotary speaker.
  • The Leslie speaker was likely miked with a Neumann U67, capturing the distinctive swirling sound.
  • The raw sound of the organ and Leslie was integral to the tone, with minimal post-processing.
  • Live performance and recording likely contributed to the dynamic and somewhat unpredictable nature of the sound.

Recreation Tips

  • Start with a Hammond organ VST or physical instrument, aiming for a C-3 model if possible.
  • Route the organ signal through a rotary speaker simulator or, ideally, a real Leslie speaker.
  • Experiment with overdrive or distortion plugins to achieve a raw and slightly gritty tone.
  • Use a microphone plugin to add some character to the recording.
  • Adjust the speed and intensity of the rotary effect to match the original recording.

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