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u2

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Tone Profile

Ethereal, shimmering delay-drenched sound with a sense of spaciousness and sustain, creating a dreamy and atmospheric texture.

Production Credits

Producer: Brian Eno, Daniel Lanois

Engineer: Flood

Recorded at: Windmill Lane Studios, Dublin

Signal Chain

Instrument: Fender Stratocaster

Amp: Vox AC30

Microphone: Neumann U87

Processing: Korg SDD-3000, TC Electronic 2290

Recording Notes

  • The Edge is known for using a combination of multiple delays to create his signature sound.
  • The Korg SDD-3000 was a key component in the signal chain, providing a distinctive pre-amp coloration and digital delay.
  • The TC Electronic 2290 was likely used for longer, more ambient delay textures.
  • The Vox AC30 provides a clean, chimey tone that is further enhanced by the effects.

Recreation Tips

  • Start with a clean amp tone from a Vox AC30 or similar amp.
  • Use a Stratocaster-style guitar with single-coil pickups.
  • Experiment with multiple delay pedals, including a Korg SDD-3000 or similar digital delay, and a longer delay like the TC Electronic 2290.
  • Set the delays for rhythmic repeats that complement the song's tempo.
  • Adjust the delay feedback and level to create a spacious, sustained sound without becoming muddy.

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