organ from “livin' la vida loca” by ricky martin | ToneDB
livin' la vida loca
ricky martin
organ
75% ai confidence
Tone Profile
The organ sound is a bright, cutting, and slightly overdriven tone that provides a lively and energetic foundation for the song. It has a distinct 90s pop vibe, reminiscent of classic keyboard-driven Latin pop hits.
Production Credits
Producer: Desmond Child
Engineer: Charles Dye
Recorded at: Crescent Moon Studios, Miami
Signal Chain
Instrument: Hammond B3
Amp: Leslie 122
Microphone: Shure SM57
Recording Notes
- The organ was likely recorded with a close microphone on the Leslie speaker cabinet to capture the direct sound and rotating effect.
- Some subtle overdrive or saturation might have been added during mixing to give the organ tone a bit of edge and presence.
- EQ was used to brighten the organ's tone, ensuring it cuts through the mix effectively.
Recreation Tips
- Start with a Hammond B3 emulation VST or a real Hammond organ.
- Use a Leslie speaker simulator or, if possible, a real Leslie cabinet. Adjust the speed of the rotating horn and rotor to match the original recording.
- Apply a touch of overdrive or saturation to the organ signal to replicate the slightly aggressive tone.
- Use EQ to boost the high frequencies and cut any muddy low frequencies to ensure the organ sits well in the mix.
- Experiment with microphone placement on the Leslie cabinet if using a real cabinet to find the sweet spot for capturing the rotating effect.
Recommended Gear
- Hammond B3(keyboard)
- Leslie 122(amp)
- Shure SM57(mic)
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