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Effects Timeline
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dbx 165 Compressor/Limiter
AMS DM2-20 Tape Phase Simulator
In The Air Tonight
In the Air Tonight is one of Phil Collins’ most iconic tracks, famously known for its haunting atmosphere and dramatic drum break. The song’s recording process played a crucial role in its unique sound and subsequent impact on the music industry, particularly in the development of 1980s production techniques. The initial stages of recording In […]
Bette Davis Eyes
In the early part of 1981, Bette Davis Eyes took the music world by surprise and became a massive hit. It topped the charts in 21 countries and won both the Song of the Year and Record of the Year Grammy Awards, cementing its place in music history. While the exact details of all the […]
Roland SDE-2000 Digital Delay
AMS DMX15R Digital Reverb
Sony DRE 2000 Digital Reverberator
Our Lips Are Sealed
Our Lips Are Sealed is a song by the American all-female band The Go-Go’s, that was released in 1981 as a single from their debut album, Beauty and the Beat. The song became a major hit, reaching the top 20 in the United States and the top 5 in Canada. It also became a popular […]
Tainted Love
Soft Cell’s rendition of Tainted Love, originally recorded by Gloria Jones in 1964, is undoubtedly one of the most enduring classics of all time. Released in 1981, the song became an instant sensation, reaching the top spot in 17 countries worldwide. In the United States, it also set a Guinness World Record for the longest […]
AMS RMX 16 Digital Reverberation System
Roland SDD-320 Dimension D Chorus
Marshall AR-300 Tape Eliminator
Korg SDD-3000 Digital Delay
Ibanez AD202 Multi-Mode Analogue Delay
Lexicon PCM 42 Digital Delay Processor
Bel BD-80 Digital Delay
Sony PCM-3324 DASH Multitrack Digital Recorder
Eventide SP 2016 Signal Processor Reverb
Jack & Diane
It’s hard to imagine that the hit song Jack & Diane from John Mellencamp’s album American Fool almost never made it to the airwaves. The song had a rocky start, with Mellencamp himself almost giving up on it and record company executives insisting on lyrical changes before it could be released. Despite these setbacks, Jack […]
Furman Sound RV-1 Reverberation System with Limiter
Back On The Chain Gang
Back on the Chain Gang, a song by the Pretenders, holds a special place in the band’s history. It was recorded after the loss of two key members: bassist Pete Farndon was sacked due to drug use, and guitarist James Honeyman-Scott passed away from a drug overdose at a young age of 25. Despite these […]
dbx 165A Compressor/Limiter
Thriller
Thriller was undoubtedly one of the most important albums in music history, and the stakes for its success were incredibly high. Michael Jackson had already established himself as one of the biggest stars in the world, and with Thriller, he aimed to solidify his position as the King of Pop. The budget for the album […]
Sweet Dreams
In 1983, the Eurythmics rose to global fame with their hit single Sweet Dreams (Are Made of This) from their album of the same name. The song’s success can be attributed to its catchy synth-pop sound, Annie Lennox’s powerful vocals, and Dave Stewart’s masterful production. Despite being recorded in a small project studio, the song’s production […]
Drop The Pilot
Joan Armatrading’s Drop The Pilot is a timeless classic that has stood the test of time. Despite not charting as high as it deserved to in the US, it was a massive hit in Australia and other parts of the world. Even today, it remains one of the most beloved songs of the 1980s. What […]