lead guitar from “runnin' down a dream” by tom petty | ToneDB

runnin' down a dream

tom petty

lead guitar

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Tone Profile

A driving, slightly overdriven tone with a bright, clear attack and a touch of compression, perfect for rhythm and lead playing. It's got a raw, energetic sound with a touch of twang.

Production Credits

Producer: Jeff Lynne

Engineer: Bill Bottrell

Recorded at: MCH Studios

Signal Chain

Instrument: Fender Stratocaster

Amp: Vox AC30

Microphone: Neumann U67

Processing: Urei 1176

Recording Notes

  • The guitar was likely recorded with a combination of close-miking and room microphones to capture both the direct sound of the amplifier and the ambience of the recording space.
  • Compression was applied during the mixing stage to even out the dynamics and add sustain.

Recreation Tips

  • Start with a Fender Stratocaster style guitar into a Vox AC30 amplifier or similar British-voiced amplifier.
  • Use moderate gain on the amp to achieve a slightly overdriven sound. Adjust the EQ to emphasize the high-mid frequencies for clarity and bite.
  • Add a compressor, like a Urei 1176, to even out the dynamics and increase sustain. Experiment with different compression settings to find the sweet spot.
  • Consider using a combination of close and room microphones when recording to capture a balanced sound.

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