Tone Profile

This lead guitar tone is characterized by its clean, bright, and slightly compressed sound, with a subtle chorus or modulation effect adding depth and space. It has a clear attack and a smooth sustain, making it suitable for melodic lines and arpeggiated chords.

Signal Chain

Recording Notes

• The original recording likely involved a clean amp setting, possibly with the Roland JC-120's built-in chorus engaged to create a lush, spacious sound.
• A dynamic microphone like the Shure SM57 would have been positioned close to the speaker cone to capture the direct sound of the amplifier.
• The signal may have been lightly compressed during mixing to even out the dynamics and enhance sustain.

Recreation Tips

• Start with a Telecaster-style guitar and select the bridge pickup for a bright, cutting tone.
• Use a clean amp setting with a wide frequency response, similar to the Roland JC-120.
• Add a chorus effect to thicken the sound and create a sense of movement.
• Experiment with microphone placement to find the sweet spot that captures the amp's clarity and warmth.
• Apply gentle compression to even out the dynamics and enhance sustain.

Recommended Gear

• Fender Telecaster(guitar)
• Roland JC-120(amp)
• Shure SM57(mic)
• Boss CE-1(pedal)