Tone Profile

A bright, slightly overdriven guitar tone with a clear attack and a touch of compression, providing a cutting yet smooth sound that blends well with the mix. It's a quintessential mid-60s British Invasion guitar sound.

Production Credits

Signal Chain

Recording Notes

• The Beatles frequently used Vox AC30 amplifiers, known for their chimey clean tones and ability to overdrive smoothly at moderate volumes.
• While specific mic placement details are scarce, Neumann U67 microphones were common at Abbey Road Studios during this period, often used for their versatility in capturing both detail and warmth.
• The guitar may have been recorded with minimal processing, relying on the amp's natural compression and overdrive characteristics.
• The Beatles often experimented with different guitar and amp combinations to achieve unique tones.

Recreation Tips

• Start with a semi-hollow body guitar like a Gretsch or similar style.
• Use a Vox AC30 amp or an amp model that emulates its tone.
• Set the amp to a slightly overdriven setting, just on the edge of breakup.
• Use a condenser microphone like a Neumann U67 or similar to capture the amp's tone.
• Experiment with microphone placement to find the sweet spot for the amp's tone.
• Add a touch of compression to smooth out the dynamics and add sustain.
• Use EQ to shape the tone and remove any unwanted frequencies.

Recommended Gear

• Gretsch Tennessean(guitar)
• Vox AC30(amp)
• Neumann U67(mic)