main riff from “crazy little thing called love” by queen | ToneDB
crazy little thing called love
queen
main riff
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Tone Profile
A bright, clean, and slightly overdriven Telecaster sound, reminiscent of early rock and roll. It's got a snappy attack and a touch of twang, perfect for rockabilly-inspired riffs.
Production Credits
Producer: Mack
Engineer: unknown
Recorded at: Musicland Studios, Munich
Signal Chain
Instrument: Fender Telecaster
Amp: Roland JC-120
Microphone: Shure SM57
Recording Notes
- The guitar was likely recorded with a close-mic'd amp.
- A touch of compression may have been used to even out the dynamics.
- The clean sound may have been processed through console EQ.
Recreation Tips
- Use a Telecaster-style guitar with single-coil pickups.
- Aim for a clean amp tone with a hint of overdrive.
- Experiment with microphone placement to find the sweet spot.
- Add a touch of compression to taste.
- Try a chorus pedal to widen the sound.
Recommended Gear
- Fender Telecaster(guitar)
- Roland JC-120(amp)
- Shure SM57(mic)
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