Tone Profile

A stark and intimate acoustic guitar sound, capturing the raw emotion of the performance. The tone is clean and direct, with a touch of warmth and natural ambience.

Production Credits

Signal Chain

Recording Notes

• The song was recorded in Johnny Cash's home studio, 'Cash Cabin Studio'.
• The acoustic guitar was likely captured with a close microphone placement to emphasize the clarity and detail of the performance.
• The recording aims for a very natural and unprocessed sound, focusing on the performance and the inherent tone of the instrument.

Recreation Tips

• Use a high-quality acoustic guitar with a balanced tone.
• Choose a large-diaphragm condenser microphone for capturing a detailed and natural sound.
• Experiment with microphone placement to find the sweet spot that captures both warmth and clarity.
• Focus on a clean recording environment with minimal background noise.
• Avoid excessive processing to maintain the intimacy and authenticity of the sound.

Recommended Gear

• Martin D-35(guitar)
• Neumann U87(mic)