Tone Profile

A classic, high-gain glam rock guitar tone with a slightly fuzzy edge and a bright, cutting presence. The sound is energetic and aggressive, perfectly suited for the song's anthemic nature.

Gear

Gibson Les Paulinstrument

ReverbSweetwater

Hiwatt DR103amp

ReverbSweetwater

Neumann U67microphone

ReverbSweetwater

Dallas Arbiter Fuzz Faceprocessing

ReverbSweetwater

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Production Credits

Signal Chain

Recording Notes

• The lead guitar was likely recorded with a close-miked amplifier in a well-treated studio environment.
• The fuzz effect may have been dialed in to provide a saturated, yet articulate distortion.
• Double tracking and subtle stereo widening could have been employed to enhance the thickness and impact of the guitar track.

Recreation Tips

• Start with a Les Paul style guitar into a Hiwatt-style amplifier for a solid foundation.
• Use a fuzz pedal like the Fuzz Face to get the desired level of saturation. Adjust the fuzz and volume knobs to find the sweet spot.
• Experiment with microphone placement to capture the amp's sound accurately. A classic condenser like the U67 is a good starting point.
• Consider double-tracking the guitar part and applying subtle stereo widening to create a fuller sound.

Original Gear

• Gibson Les Paul(guitar)
• Hiwatt DR103(amp)
• Dallas Arbiter Fuzz Face(pedal)
• Neumann U67(mic)