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jigsaw falling into place

radiohead

rhythm guitar

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Tone Profile

A bright and slightly overdriven rhythm guitar tone with a subtle chorus effect, creating a sense of urgency and texture.

Gear

Fender Telecasterinstrument
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Vox AC30amp
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Neumann U87microphone
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Boss CE-1processing
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The Story

The rhythm guitar on 'Jigsaw Falling Into Place' was recorded at Radiohead's own Harcourt House studio in Oxford, with Nigel Godrich producing and engineering. The tone was achieved using a Fender Telecaster through a Vox AC30 amplifier, captured with a Neumann U87 microphone. The signal chain included a Boss CE-1 chorus pedal, which adds the characteristic subtle movement and texture to the slightly overdriven rhythm part.

Production Credits

Producer: Nigel Godrich

Engineer: Nigel Godrich

Recorded at: Harcourt House (Oxford, UK)

Signal Chain

Instrument: Fender Telecaster

Amp: Vox AC30

Microphone: Neumann U87

Processing: Boss CE-1

Recreation Tips

  • Start with a Fender Telecaster into a Vox AC30 amplifier.
  • Dial in a slightly overdriven tone on the amp, aiming for a balance between warmth and clarity.
  • Add a chorus effect (Boss CE-1) to thicken the sound and create a sense of motion.
  • Experiment with microphone placement to capture a blend of direct amp sound and room ambience.

Original Gear

  • Fender Telecaster(guitar)
  • Vox AC30(amp)
  • Neumann U87(mic)
  • Boss CE-1(pedal)

Substitutions & Recommendations

Boss CE-2W Waza Craft Chorus$150-$170

Alternative to: Boss CE-1 chorus

Modern reissue of the classic CE series with vintage and modern modes, maintaining the warm analog chorus character

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Vox AC30C2$1200-$1400

Alternative to: Vox AC30 amplifier

Current production AC30 with authentic vintage tone and natural breakup characteristics at moderate volumes

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Audio-Technica AT4050$500-$600

Alternative to: Neumann U87 microphone

Large diaphragm condenser with similar warmth and detail capture for guitar amps at a more accessible price point

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Universal Audio OX Amp Top Box$1400-$1600

Alternative to: Vox AC30 amplifier

Allows using real tube amps at low volumes with professional recording capabilities and room simulation

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Strymon Iridium with Timeline$650-$750

Alternative to: Boss CE-1 chorus and Vox AC30

Provides authentic AC30 modeling plus high-quality chorus effects for direct recording setup

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