lead guitar from “varsity” by druidess | ToneDB
varsity
druidess
lead guitar
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Tone Profile
The lead guitar tone is characterized by a heavy, fuzzed-out sound with a dark and menacing vibe. It's a thick, saturated tone that cuts through the mix with plenty of sustain.
Signal Chain
Instrument: Gibson Les Paul
Amp: Sunn Model T
Microphone: Shure SM57
Processing: ProCo Rat, MXR Phase 90
Recording Notes
- The guitar was likely recorded with a close-mic'd amplifier in a relatively dry room.
- Experiment with microphone placement to capture the full body of the amp's sound. Start with the SM57 aimed at the center of the speaker cone, then adjust to taste.
- The ProCo Rat and MXR Phase 90 were likely used to shape the guitar's fuzz and add a swirling effect.
Recreation Tips
- Start with a Gibson Les Paul style guitar for a thick, warm base tone.
- Use a Sunn Model T amplifier as the foundation of your sound. If you don't have access to one, try a high-powered tube amp with a similar voicing.
- Dial in a heavy fuzz tone with a ProCo Rat pedal. Experiment with different settings to find the sweet spot.
- Add a swirling effect with an MXR Phase 90 pedal. Adjust the speed to taste.
- Record with a Shure SM57 microphone placed close to the speaker cone. Experiment with different microphone positions to find the sweet spot.
Original Gear
- Gibson Les Paul(guitar)
- Sunn Model T(amp)
- Shure SM57(mic)
- ProCo Rat(pedal)
- MXR Phase 90(pedal)
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