Tone Profile

The piano tone is clean and bright, with a slightly compressed dynamic range that allows it to sit well within the mix, offering both clarity and warmth that complements the vocals and overall atmosphere of the song.

Production Credits

Signal Chain

Recording Notes

• The piano was likely recorded in a professional studio environment to capture a clean and balanced sound.
• Microphone placement would have been carefully considered to capture the natural tone of the Steinway, possibly utilizing a combination of close and room microphones.
• Compression was likely applied during mixing to even out the dynamics and ensure the piano sat well in the mix alongside the other instruments and vocals.

Recreation Tips

• Start with a high-quality grand piano sample or recording, preferably from a Steinway.
• Use a clean microphone preamp to capture the nuances of the piano.
• Experiment with microphone placement to find the sweet spot that captures the desired tone, balancing clarity and warmth.
• Apply gentle compression to control the dynamics and ensure the piano sits well in the mix.
• Use EQ to further shape the tone, cutting any muddiness and boosting the high frequencies for clarity.

Recommended Gear

• Steinway Grand Piano(keyboard)
• Neumann U87(mic)
• Neve 1073(preamp)
• Urei 1176(compressor)