Tone Profile

A bright, twangy rockabilly guitar tone with a clean but slightly overdriven character. It's reminiscent of classic 50s rock and roll, with a clear and articulate attack.

Production Credits

Signal Chain

Recording Notes

• Brian May aimed for a rockabilly sound, drawing inspiration from Elvis Presley. He used his signature technique of layering guitar parts to create a richer sound.

Recreation Tips

• Start with a Fender Telecaster for its bright and twangy character.
• Use a clean amp like a Roland JC-120 or similar, set to a clean tone with a touch of chorus.
• Add a treble booster pedal to get the right amount of high-end sparkle and slight overdrive.
• Adjust the tone controls on the guitar and amp to emphasize the higher frequencies.
• Experiment with different picking techniques to capture the rockabilly feel.

Original Gear

• Fender Telecaster(guitar)
• Roland JC-120(amp)
• Treble Booster(pedal)