lead guitar from “smooth” by santana | ToneDB

smooth

santana

lead guitar

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Tone Profile

The lead guitar tone is smooth, warm, and singing, with a clear, sustained quality and a touch of overdrive. It's designed to be melodic and expressive, fitting the Latin-infused rock style.

Production Credits

Producer: Matt Serletic

Engineer: Andrew Zammit

Recorded at: Fantasy Studios, Berkeley, CA

Signal Chain

Instrument: PRS Santana Signature

Amp: Mesa/Boogie Mark I

Microphone: Shure SM57

Processing: Ibanez Tube Screamer, Lexicon PCM42

Recording Notes

  • The guitar was likely recorded with a close-miked amplifier, capturing the direct tone of the Mesa/Boogie Mark I.
  • The Ibanez Tube Screamer likely provided a mid-boost and additional sustain.
  • The Lexicon PCM42 may have been used for delay or subtle modulation to add depth.

Recreation Tips

  • Start with a PRS-style guitar with humbuckers for a similar base tone.
  • Use a Mesa/Boogie Mark series amp or an amp modeler with similar characteristics.
  • An Ibanez Tube Screamer or similar overdrive pedal can help achieve the singing sustain.
  • Experiment with delay to add dimension and depth to the sound.
  • Adjust EQ to emphasize the midrange frequencies for a clear and cutting tone.

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