Tone Profile

The lead guitar in "Wicked Game" features a dark, melodic sound with a touch of chorus and delay, creating a haunting and memorable tone. It emphasizes sustain and clarity, contributing to the song's melancholic atmosphere.

Production Credits

Signal Chain

Recording Notes

• The guitar was likely recorded in a well-treated studio environment to minimize unwanted reflections.
• The Neumann U87 microphone would have been placed a few feet away from the VOX AC30 to capture the amp's natural tone and room ambience.
• Chorus and delay effects were used sparingly to enhance the guitar's sustain and create a sense of space.

Recreation Tips

• Start with a Fender Telecaster and dial in a clean amp tone on a VOX AC30.
• Add a touch of chorus from a Boss CE-1 to thicken the sound.
• Use a Roland RE-201 Space Echo for a subtle delay effect, focusing on creating a sense of depth without overwhelming the guitar's clarity.
• Experiment with microphone placement to find the sweet spot that captures the amp's tone and room ambience.

Original Gear

• Fender Telecaster(guitar)
• VOX AC30(amp)
• Neumann U87(mic)
• Boss CE-1(pedal)
• Roland RE-201 Space Echo(pedal)