organ from “i'm a man” by the spencer davis group | ToneDB

i'm a man

the spencer davis group

organ

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Tone Profile

The organ tone is a classic, slightly overdriven sound with a touch of grit and a prominent mid-range, providing a solid harmonic foundation. It has a raw and energetic quality that cuts through the mix.

Production Credits

Producer: Jimmy Miller

Engineer: Glyn Johns

Recorded at: Olympic Studios, London

Signal Chain

Instrument: Hammond L-100

Amp: Leslie 147

Microphone: AKG D12

Recording Notes

  • The song features a Hammond organ sound, likely recorded with a microphone placed near the Leslie speaker.
  • The slightly overdriven tone suggests pushing the gain on the organ or the Leslie amplifier.
  • Engineer likely captured the direct sound from the Leslie cabinet with a dynamic microphone.
  • The raw energy of the performance contributes significantly to the overall character of the organ tone.

Recreation Tips

  • Use a Hammond organ VST or a real Hammond L-100 to start.
  • Route the organ signal through a Leslie speaker simulator or a real Leslie 147.
  • Experiment with overdrive or saturation plugins to achieve the desired level of grit and harmonic richness.
  • Use a dynamic microphone model plugin, like an AKG D12, to capture the Leslie's output.
  • EQ to emphasize the mid frequencies for a present and cutting sound.

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