Tone Profile

A jangly, bright, and slightly compressed guitar tone with a chorus effect, characteristic of Johnny Marr's playing style. It's clean but with a subtle edge that cuts through the mix.

Production Credits

Signal Chain

Recording Notes

• The Rickenbacker 330 is crucial for achieving the bright and jangly tone.
• The Fender Twin Reverb provides a clean and articulate amp platform.
• A Neumann U87 would likely have been used to capture the amp sound with clarity.
• The Boss CE-1 provides the chorus effect, adding depth and movement.

Recreation Tips

• Start with a Rickenbacker-style guitar with single-coil pickups.
• Use a clean amp setting, similar to a Fender Twin Reverb, with minimal gain.
• Add a subtle chorus effect using a Boss CE-1 or similar chorus pedal.
• Adjust the EQ for a bright and slightly scooped mid-range tone.
• Consider using a compressor to even out the dynamics and add sustain.

Recommended Gear

• Rickenbacker 330(guitar)
• Fender Twin Reverb(amp)
• Boss CE-1(pedal)
• Neumann U87(mic)