lead guitar from “here comes the sun” by the beatles | ToneDB

here comes the sun

the beatles

lead guitar

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Tone Profile

A warm, slightly overdriven tone with a smooth sustain and a touch of compression. It's bright and cheerful, fitting the optimistic vibe of the song.

Production Credits

Producer: George Martin

Engineer: Geoff Emerick

Recorded at: Abbey Road Studios, London

Signal Chain

Instrument: Fender Stratocaster

Amp: Vox AC30

Microphone: Neumann U67

Processing: Fairchild 660

Recording Notes

  • George Harrison often used a Fender Stratocaster, and the Vox AC30 was a staple amp in the Beatles' arsenal.
  • The Neumann U67 was likely used for miking the amp, known for its versatile sound. Compression from a Fairchild 660 smoothed out the dynamics and added sustain.

Recreation Tips

  • Start with a Fender Stratocaster in the bridge or middle position.
  • Use a Vox AC30 amp model or a similar British-style amp with a slightly overdriven setting.
  • Add a touch of compression to even out the dynamics and increase sustain. Aim for subtle compression; the goal is to enhance the existing tone, not drastically alter it.
  • Experiment with EQ to brighten the sound and add clarity without making it harsh.

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