lead guitar from “peg” by steely dan | ToneDB

peg

steely dan

lead guitar

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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.

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