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come on eileen

dexys midnight runners

lead guitar

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Tone Profile

The lead guitar in "Come On Eileen" has a bright, jangly tone with a slight chorus effect, providing a catchy, upbeat melodic hook. It blends well with the song's Celtic folk influences and pop sensibilities.

Gear

Fender Telecasterinstrument
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Vox AC30amp
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Shure SM57microphone
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Boss CE-1processing
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Production Credits

Producer: Clive Langer & Alan Winstanley

Recorded at: Mayfair Studios, London

Signal Chain

Instrument: Fender Telecaster

Amp: Vox AC30

Microphone: Shure SM57

Processing: Boss CE-1

Recording Notes

  • The guitar was likely recorded with a close-mic'd amplifier, capturing the direct sound.
  • A chorus effect was added to enhance the jangly character of the guitar.
  • The guitar part sits prominently in the mix, providing a key melodic element of the song.

Recreation Tips

  • Start with a Telecaster-style guitar for its bright and cutting tone.
  • Use a Vox AC30 or similar amp known for its chimey clean sound.
  • Experiment with a chorus pedal to add depth and movement to the guitar signal.
  • Adjust EQ settings to emphasize the high frequencies for a sparkling tone.

Original Gear

  • Fender Telecaster(guitar)
  • Vox AC30(amp)
  • Shure SM57(mic)
  • Boss CE-1(pedal)

Substitutions & Recommendations

Squier Classic Vibe '70s Telecaster$400-$450

Alternative to: Fender Telecaster

Provides the bright, cutting tone of a Telecaster with single-coil pickups essential for that jangly character at a budget-friendly price

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Fender Player Telecaster$800-$900

Alternative to: Fender Telecaster

Modern Fender with the classic Telecaster bridge pickup bite and clarity needed for bright, cutting lead tones

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Vox AC15C1$600-$700

Alternative to: Vox AC30

Delivers the classic Vox chime and EL84 tube character at lower wattage, perfect for that bright, chimey clean tone

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UAD Vox AC30 plugin$150-$200

Alternative to: Vox AC30

Faithful emulation of the AC30's characteristic chime and compression for recording applications

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Boss CE-2W Waza Craft$180-$220

Alternative to: Boss CE-1

Modern recreation of vintage Boss chorus circuits, providing that subtle movement and depth to enhance the jangly character

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TC Electronic Corona Chorus$80-$100

Alternative to: Boss CE-1

Budget option that can deliver subtle chorus effects to add movement and shimmer to clean guitar tones

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