Tone Profile

The rhythm guitar has a percussive, almost keyboard-like quality with a clear and present high-end. It has a distinct attack and sits powerfully in the mix providing the foundation for the song.

Production Credits

Signal Chain

Recording Notes

• The sound was created by blending the output of a Lowrey organ that had been modified with sine wave oscillators, into a Hiwatt amplifier.
• A Fender Stratocaster was also blended into the signal to create a unique and cutting rhythm guitar sound.
• The blended signal was then likely recorded with a microphone such as a Neumann U67.

Recreation Tips

• Start with a Fender Stratocaster and a clean amp like a Hiwatt DR103.
• Introduce a sine wave oscillator sound (either via a modified organ or a synth plugin) and blend it with the guitar signal.
• Use EQ to carve out the frequencies so the guitar and synth elements complement each other without sounding muddy.
• Slight compression can help to glue the sound together and provide a consistent level.

Recommended Gear

• Fender Stratocaster(guitar)
• Hiwatt DR103(amp)
• Neumann U67(mic)
• Lowrey Organ(keyboard)