Tone Profile

The lead guitar tone is a classic rock sound with a smooth sustain, a touch of overdrive, and a bright, clear presence. It's designed to be melodic and soaring, cutting through the mix without harshness.

Production Credits

Signal Chain

Recording Notes

• The guitar was likely recorded with a close-mic'd amplifier in a treated studio environment.
• The amp overdrive was dialed in for sustain and clarity, not extreme distortion.
• EQ was applied during mixing to further refine the tone's brightness and presence.

Recreation Tips

• Start with a Les Paul or similar humbucker-equipped guitar.
• Use a Mesa/Boogie Mark II or similar high-gain amp, but keep the gain at a moderate level.
• Experiment with different speaker cabinet options to find the right balance of warmth and clarity.
• Use a dynamic microphone like the Shure SM57 positioned slightly off-axis from the speaker cone.
• Apply EQ to shape the tone, focusing on boosting the upper-mids and high frequencies for presence.
• Consider using a touch of compression to even out the dynamics and add sustain.

Recommended Gear

• Gibson Les Paul(guitar)
• Mesa/Boogie Mark II(amp)
• Shure SM57(mic)