lead guitar from “peg” by steely dan | ToneDB
peg
steely dan
lead guitar
75% ai confidence
Tone Profile
The lead guitar tone is bright, clear, and articulate, with a slight edge that cuts through the mix. It has a compressed and slightly overdriven character, providing sustain and harmonic richness.
Production Credits
Producer: Gary Katz
Engineer: Roger Nichols
Recorded at: A&M Studios, Los Angeles
Signal Chain
Instrument: Fender Stratocaster
Amp: Mesa/Boogie Mark I
Microphone: Neumann U87
Processing: MXR Dyna Comp, Roland CE-1
Recording Notes
- The guitar was likely recorded with a close-mic technique, capturing the direct sound of the amplifier.
- Compression was used to even out the dynamics and add sustain to the notes.
- Chorus or flanging was applied to create a subtle swirling effect.
Recreation Tips
- Start with a Fender Stratocaster-style guitar and a clean amp tone.
- Use a compressor pedal to add sustain and even out the dynamics.
- Experiment with chorus or flanger pedals to achieve the desired swirling effect.
- Adjust the EQ to brighten the tone and add clarity.
Recommended Gear
- Fender Stratocaster(guitar)
- Mesa/Boogie Mark I(amp)
- Neumann U87(mic)
- MXR Dyna Comp(compressor)
- Roland CE-1(pedal)
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