Tone Profile

The piano has a dark, intimate and slightly haunting tone, with a close, dry sound and pronounced low frequencies. The performance has some velocity variation creating a human feel.

Production Credits

Signal Chain

Recording Notes

• The Yamaha CP70 was likely recorded in a small to medium sized studio space.
• Close mic placement would have captured a dry and intimate sound.
• Some low end boosting and gentle compression may have been applied during mixing to enhance the depth and presence of the piano.

Recreation Tips

• Use a Yamaha CP70 or similar electro-acoustic piano for the core sound.
• Record the piano with a Neumann U87 or similar condenser microphone placed close to the instrument.
• Experiment with adding a touch of compression and EQ to enhance the low end and overall presence of the piano.
• Consider using a touch of plate reverb to add some space and depth to the sound.

Recommended Gear

• Yamaha CP70(keyboard)
• Neumann U87(mic)