Tone Profile

The piano sound is intimate and slightly muffled, with a close-mic'd presence that emphasizes the instrument's lower register and a de-emphasized high end.

Production Credits

Signal Chain

Recording Notes

• The piano was likely recorded with a close microphone placement to capture a direct and intimate sound.
• The muffled quality suggests some dampening or EQ to reduce high frequencies.
• The overall sound is relatively dry, indicating minimal room ambience.

Recreation Tips

• Use a high-quality condenser microphone like a Neumann U87 placed relatively close to the piano.
• Experiment with dampening the piano strings or using a felt strip to soften the tone.
• Apply EQ to reduce high frequencies and emphasize the lower midrange.
• Add a touch of compression to even out the dynamics without making it sound overly processed.
• Use a short, subtle reverb to add a sense of space without washing out the detail.

Recommended Gear

• Neumann U87(mic)
• Piano(keyboard)