rhythm guitar from “train in vain (stand by me)” by the clash | ToneDB
train in vain (stand by me)
the clash
rhythm guitar
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Tone Profile
A raw, slightly overdriven guitar sound with a punky edge, characterized by its mid-range punch and clear articulation. The guitar tone is relatively clean and bright.
Gear
- Fender Telecasterinstrument
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- Fender Deluxe Reverbamp
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- Shure SM57microphone
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The Story
The rhythm guitar on 'Train in Vain' was recorded at Wessex Studios in London with producer Guy Stevens and engineer Bill Price. The core sound came from a Fender Telecaster played through a Fender Deluxe Reverb amp, captured with a Shure SM57 microphone. The clean yet punchy tone with natural tube overdrive perfectly complemented The Clash's straightforward, energetic approach to the song.
Production Credits
Producer: Guy Stevens
Engineer: Bill Price
Recorded at: Wessex Studios, London
Signal Chain
Instrument: Fender Telecaster
Amp: Fender Deluxe Reverb
Microphone: Shure SM57
Recreation Tips
- Use a Fender Telecaster into a Fender Deluxe Reverb for the core sound.
- Position a Shure SM57 close to the speaker cone, slightly off-axis, to capture the amp's tone.
- Experiment with the amp's gain and volume settings to achieve the desired level of overdrive.
- Focus on a tight, rhythmic performance to capture the song's energy.
Original Gear
- Fender Telecaster(guitar)
- Fender Deluxe Reverb(amp)
- Shure SM57(mic)
Substitutions & Recommendations
Alternative to: Fender Telecaster
Delivers the bright, punchy Telecaster sound with single-coil clarity needed for this raw punk tone at a budget-friendly price
ReverbSweetwaterAlternative to: Fender Deluxe Reverb
Authentic recreation of the original amp with the same tube warmth and natural overdrive characteristics when pushed
ReverbSweetwaterAlternative to: Fender Deluxe Reverb
Emulates the natural tube saturation of the Deluxe Reverb when used with a clean amp, perfect for achieving that slight overdrive
ReverbSweetwaterAlternative to: Fender Deluxe Reverb
Precise digital emulation of the Deluxe Reverb's tube warmth and breakup characteristics for direct recording
ReverbSweetwaterAlternative to: Shure SM57
The exact same microphone model used on the original recording, still manufactured today with identical specifications
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