Tone Profile

A bright, grand piano sound with a slightly compressed and EQ'd tone to sit powerfully in the mix. It provides a strong harmonic foundation and rhythmic drive to the iconic anthem.

Production Credits

Signal Chain

Recording Notes

• The piano was likely recorded in a large studio space to capture the natural resonance of the instrument.
• Multiple microphones were probably used to capture both the direct sound and the room ambience.
• The signal would have been processed through a mixing console for EQ and compression to achieve a polished and radio-ready sound.

Recreation Tips

• Start with a bright-sounding grand piano sample or recording.
• Use EQ to boost the high frequencies for clarity and presence.
• Apply compression to even out the dynamics and add punch.
• Experiment with reverb to simulate the ambience of a large recording space.

Recommended Gear

• Bechstein Concert Grand Piano(keyboard)
• Neumann U67(mic)
• Neve 1073(preamp)
• Pultec EQP-1A(eq)
• Urei 1176(compressor)