lead guitar from “when you were young” by the killers | ToneDB

when you were young

the killers

lead guitar

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Tone Profile

A bright and slightly overdriven guitar tone, with a clear attack and a touch of chorus and delay to add depth and sustain. It's reminiscent of classic rock tones but with a modern indie edge.

Production Credits

Producer: Flood

Engineer: Alan Moulder

Recorded at: Studio at the Palms, Las Vegas

Signal Chain

Instrument: Gibson ES-335

Amp: Vox AC30

Microphone: Shure SM57

Processing: Boss CE-1, Line 6 DL4

Recording Notes

  • The lead guitar sound is created by combining a semi-hollow guitar with a British-style amp known for its chime and overdrive characteristics.
  • A dynamic microphone captures the raw sound of the amplifier.
  • Chorus and delay effects are used subtly to enhance the depth and sustain of the guitar.
  • The song was recorded at Studio at the Palms in Las Vegas.

Recreation Tips

  • Start with a semi-hollow guitar like a Gibson ES-335 or similar.
  • Use a Vox AC30 or a similar amp known for its chime and overdrive.
  • Place a Shure SM57 close to the speaker cone.
  • Add a touch of chorus and a subtle delay to the signal.
  • Adjust the gain on the amp to achieve a slightly overdriven sound.

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