organ from “take me to church” by hozier | ToneDB
take me to church
hozier
organ
75% ai confidence
Tone Profile
A dark, rich, and somewhat gritty organ sound that provides a foundational harmonic bed with a haunting and almost ecclesiastical vibe, perfect for driving the emotional weight of the song.
Production Credits
Producer: Rob Kirwan
Engineer: Rob Kirwan
Recorded at: Cauldron Studios, Dublin
Signal Chain
Instrument: Hammond Organ
Amp: Leslie Speaker
Microphone: Shure SM57
Recording Notes
- The organ was likely recorded with a close microphone on the Leslie speaker to capture its rotating effect and raw tonality.
- Consider blending direct input (DI) with the mic'd Leslie signal for added clarity and control.
Recreation Tips
- Start with a classic Hammond organ model.
- Use a Leslie speaker simulation or, if possible, record through a real Leslie.
- Experiment with microphone placement on the Leslie to find the sweet spot.
- Add a touch of overdrive or saturation to give it some grit.
Recommended Gear
- Hammond Organ(keyboard)
- Leslie Speaker(amp)
- Shure SM57(mic)
Sources
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