rhythm guitar from “lightning crashes” by live | ToneDB

lightning crashes

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rhythm guitar

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Tone Profile

The rhythm guitar tone is characterized by a thick, slightly overdriven sound with a touch of chorus, creating a wide and atmospheric texture. It provides a strong harmonic foundation for the song.

Production Credits

Producer: Jerry Harrison

Engineer: Stewart Lerman

Recorded at: Bearsville Studios, Woodstock, NY

Signal Chain

Instrument: Gibson Les Paul

Amp: Mesa/Boogie Dual Rectifier

Microphone: Shure SM57

Processing: TC Electronic Chorus/Flanger, Ibanez Tube Screamer

Recording Notes

  • The rhythm guitar parts were likely recorded with a combination of close-miking and room microphones to capture both the direct sound and the ambience of the room.
  • The Ibanez Tube Screamer was likely used for a subtle overdrive to push the amp into a sweet spot.
  • The TC Electronic Chorus/Flanger likely added depth and dimension to the guitar signal.

Recreation Tips

  • Start with a Gibson Les Paul into a Mesa/Boogie Dual Rectifier amp.
  • Use an Ibanez Tube Screamer to add a touch of overdrive and sustain.
  • Apply a chorus effect from a TC Electronic Chorus/Flanger to widen the sound.
  • Experiment with microphone placement to capture the right balance of direct and ambient sound.
  • Consider double-tracking the rhythm guitar parts to further enhance the thickness and width.

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