Tone Profile

The lead guitar tone is warm, slightly overdriven, with a pronounced midrange that helps it cut through the mix. It has a slightly compressed and sustained quality, contributing to its lyrical and melodic nature.

Production Credits

Signal Chain

Recording Notes

• The Kinks were known for experimenting with recording techniques. The slightly compressed and sustained sound may have been achieved through creative use of the recording console or early compression techniques.
• It's been suggested that the entire track, including the lead guitar, was recorded through one microphone to achieve a very cohesive sound.

Recreation Tips

• Start with a Fender Telecaster into a Vox AC30 amplifier.
• Use a light overdrive pedal or the amp's natural overdrive to get a slightly crunchy tone.
• Experiment with microphone placement to find a sweet spot that captures the amp's warmth and character.
• Consider using a compressor to even out the dynamics and add sustain.
• If going for the "one mic" approach, experiment with the microphone's position to capture both the guitar amp and the overall room sound.

Recommended Gear

• Fender Telecaster(guitar)
• Vox AC30(amp)
• Neumann U67(mic)