Tone Profile

A raw and slightly overdriven guitar tone with a blend of vintage amp warmth and fuzz. It's dirty, yet articulate, cutting through the mix with a distinctive character.

Production Credits

Signal Chain

Recording Notes

• The guitar sound is achieved by blending a direct input signal with a mic'd amplifier. The direct signal provides clarity and attack, while the amp adds warmth and color.
• Multiple takes might be layered to thicken the sound.
• Consider experimenting with different fuzz settings to find the sweet spot.

Recreation Tips

• Start with a Les Paul style guitar into a cranked Fender Tweed Deluxe or similar amp.
• Dial in a moderate amount of fuzz from the Z.Vex Fuzz Factory.
• Blend a touch of the direct guitar signal if needed to add clarity.
• Use an SM57 close to the speaker, slightly off-axis.
• Experiment with mic placement to find the right balance of brightness and body.
• Slightly compress the final signal.

Recommended Gear

• Gibson Les Paul(guitar)
• Fender Tweed Deluxe(amp)
• Shure SM57(mic)
• Z.Vex Fuzz Factory(pedal)