Tone Profile

A bright and soulful piano sound with a slightly compressed and warm character. It provides a harmonic and rhythmic foundation, typical of classic Motown recordings.

Production Credits

Signal Chain

Recording Notes

• The piano was likely recorded with close-miking techniques to capture a direct and intimate sound.
• Compression was likely applied during mixing to even out the dynamics and enhance the sustain of the piano notes.
• The recording took place in a studio environment optimized for capturing a clear and balanced sound.

Recreation Tips

• Use a high-quality grand piano sample or recording for the foundation.
• Apply gentle compression to the piano track to control the dynamics and add sustain.
• Use a vintage-style EQ to boost the high frequencies for clarity and add warmth in the low-mid range.
• Experiment with different microphone positions to find a sound that captures both the directness and ambience of the piano.
• Consider using a tape emulation plugin for subtle saturation and warmth, characteristic of Motown recordings.

Recommended Gear

• Steinway Model D(keyboard)
• Neumann U67(mic)
• Teletronix LA-2A(compressor)
• Pultec EQP-1A(eq)