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.
Recommended Gear
- PRS Santana Signature(guitar)
- Mesa/Boogie Mark I(amp)
- Ibanez Tube Screamer(pedal)
- Shure SM57(mic)
- Lexicon PCM42(pedal)
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