Tone Profile

A bright and cutting guitar tone with a slightly overdriven amp and a touch of chorus. It's a classic rock sound with a clear and present quality.

Production Credits

Signal Chain

Recording Notes

• Jimmy Page often used a Hiwatt DR103 amp known for its clean headroom, allowing pedals to shape the tone.
• A Fuzz Face likely provides the core overdrive, with a Phase 90 for subtle modulation.
• A Neumann U67 would have been a typical choice for recording guitar amps in that era.
• The Boss CE-1 is included as a possible addition to add extra chorus to the guitar.

Recreation Tips

• A Boss CE-1 set to a shallow chorus will add extra dimension.
• Adjust the amp's EQ to get a bright and cutting tone.
• Start with a Les Paul-style guitar and a clean amp.
• Add a Fuzz Face to get the core overdrive tone. Adjust the fuzz and volume to taste.
• Use a Phase 90 for subtle phasing. Set the speed to a slow, swirling rate.

Recommended Gear

• Gibson Les Paul(guitar)
• Hiwatt DR103(amp)
• Neumann U67(mic)
• Dallas Arbiter Fuzz Face(pedal)
• MXR Phase 90(pedal)
• Boss CE-1(pedal)