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rock the casbah

the clash

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Tone Profile

The piano sound is bright, slightly compressed, and has a subtle chorus effect, providing a distinctive edge that cuts through the mix. It's a clean, poppy sound with a touch of '80s vibe.

Production Credits

Producer: Mick Jones

Engineer: Bill Price

Recorded at: Wessex Sound Studios, London

Signal Chain

Instrument: Yamaha CP-70

Processing: Roland Dimension D, Urei 1176

Recording Notes

  • The piano sound was achieved using a Yamaha CP-70 electric grand piano, known for its bright and percussive tone.
  • A Roland Dimension D chorus unit was used to add width and a subtle swirling effect.
  • Compression, likely from a Urei 1176 or similar, helped to even out the dynamics and give the piano a punchy, upfront character.

Recreation Tips

  • Start with a bright-sounding electric piano, ideally a Yamaha CP-70 or a similar model.
  • Apply a subtle chorus effect using a Roland Dimension D plugin or similar chorus unit.
  • Use a compressor to even out the dynamics and add punch. Experiment with medium attack and release times.
  • EQ the piano to further brighten the sound, focusing on the high frequencies.

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