rhythm guitar from “the sound of silence” by simon & garfunkel | ToneDB
the sound of silence
simon & garfunkel
rhythm guitar
75% ai confidence
Tone Profile
Acoustic guitar with a bright, slightly compressed sound, providing a harmonic and rhythmic foundation. The tone is clean and articulate, emphasizing the clarity of the guitar's natural sound.
Production Credits
Producer: Bob Johnston
Engineer: Roy Halee
Recorded at: Columbia Studios, New York
Signal Chain
Instrument: Martin D-18
Microphone: Neumann U67
Recording Notes
- The acoustic guitar was likely recorded with a focus on capturing a clean and natural sound.
- Microphone placement would have been crucial to avoid boominess while capturing the guitar's resonance.
- Compression would have been used subtly to even out the dynamics and make the guitar sit well in the mix.
Recreation Tips
- Use a high-quality acoustic guitar with new strings.
- Experiment with microphone placement to find the sweet spot that captures the guitar's tone accurately.
- Apply gentle compression to control the dynamics and enhance sustain.
- Consider a touch of EQ to refine the guitar's tone and ensure it blends well with other instruments.
Recommended Gear
- Martin D-18(guitar)
- Neumann U67(mic)
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