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Tone Profile

Crunchy and aggressive rhythm guitar tone with a raw, powerful edge, characteristic of early hard rock.

Gear

Gibson Les Paulinstrument
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Hiwatt DR103amp
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Neumann U67microphone
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The Story

Roger Fisher used a Gibson Les Paul through a Hiwatt DR103 amp to record the rhythm guitar parts for "Crazy On You." The track was recorded at Can-Base Studios in Vancouver with producer Mike Flicker and engineer Gary Ladinsky. The Hiwatt's renowned clean headroom allowed Fisher to achieve a powerful, defined crunch tone that became a signature element of Heart's early hard rock sound.

Production Credits

Producer: Mike Flicker

Engineer: Gary Ladinsky

Recorded at: Can-Base Studios, Vancouver, BC

Signal Chain

Instrument: Gibson Les Paul

Amp: Hiwatt DR103

Microphone: Neumann U67

Recreation Tips

  • Start with a Les Paul or similar humbucker-equipped guitar.
  • Use a Hiwatt-style amp model or plugin, setting the gain to achieve a crunchy, but not overly saturated tone.
  • Adjust EQ to emphasize the midrange frequencies, giving the guitar a powerful presence.
  • Experiment with microphone placement in your DAW, aiming for a balance between clarity and warmth.
  • Consider adding a subtle touch of room reverb to simulate the natural ambience of a recording studio.

Original Gear

  • Gibson Les Paul(guitar)
  • Hiwatt DR103(amp)
  • Neumann U67(mic)

Substitutions & Recommendations

Epiphone Les Paul Standard 50s$500-$600

Alternative to: Gibson Les Paul

Provides the essential humbucker sound and mahogany body resonance of the original Gibson at a budget-friendly price point

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Reeves Custom 100$2800-$3200

Alternative to: Hiwatt DR103

Hand-wired amp built to original Hiwatt specifications, delivering the same clean headroom and crunch characteristics

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Universal Audio Hiwatt Custom 100 Plugin$150-$200

Alternative to: Hiwatt DR103

Accurately modeled Hiwatt tone with the exact clean-to-crunch response needed for this aggressive rhythm sound

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Warm Audio WA-67$900-$1000

Alternative to: Neumann U67

Tube condenser microphone that captures the same vintage warmth and midrange presence as the original U67

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