Tone Profile

A powerful and crunchy rhythm guitar tone, characterized by a blend of high gain and articulation, providing a driving force for the song. It's thick and present, with a subtle underlying warmth.

Production Credits

Signal Chain

Recording Notes

• The guitar sound is built on a foundation of a semi-hollow body Gibson going into a pushed Vox amp.
• A blend of overdrive and fuzz is layered to create the thick, yet defined distortion.
• The phase adds a subtle movement and depth to the rhythm track.
• Close mic'd with a high-quality condenser to capture detail.

Recreation Tips

• Start with a semi-hollow guitar like a Gibson ES-335 for its blend of warmth and sustain.
• Use a Vox AC30 or similar amp known for its chime and overdrive capabilities.
• Dial in a moderate amount of gain on the amp and supplement it with a RAT for added distortion and sustain.
• Introduce a subtle phaser effect to add movement and depth.
• Experiment with microphone placement to find the sweet spot that captures both the amp's character and the room's ambience.

Recommended Gear

• Gibson ES-335(guitar)
• Vox AC30(amp)
• Neumann U67(mic)
• Pro Co RAT(pedal)
• MXR Phase 90(pedal)