The Greatest Acoustic Guitar Sound Ever

Lets watch how Jeff Lynne used producer smarts, and some politics, to make an undeniably incredible wall of acoustics with Tom Petty, George Harrison, Bob Dylan and himself

[@gregrisley1050]

While everyone else was cranking 'Appetite for Destruction', my freshman year of college, I was loving the sweet sounds of the Wilburys and anything else Jeff Lynne touched. Thanks for the cool videos.

[@BobbyHuff]

We would’ve hung out..

[@alexe8375]

It’s amazing how distinctive the Jeff Lynne sound is. Recently, my father was playing Walk Away by Del Shannon. Not knowing the song, I asked if Jeff Lynne was involved, and as it turns out he was. I think it’s a damn impressive achievement to have a unique enough production sound as to be immediately recognizable as a producer (where it could only be one person), but still let the artists music shine through.

[@BobbyHuff]

Totally totally totally agree Alex!

[@randb4865]

You mean Runaway?

[@rayjennings3637]

@@randb4865 No. He means 'Walk Away' - kzbin.info/www/bejne/bJLRl3qZaq2Na5I

[@harryrenner4016]

It's runaway, the Traveling Wibury's also did a cover of the song. It's on the second album. don't let anyone BS you.

[@rayjennings3637]

@@harryrenner4016 Have you had a chance to listen to the link I included in my reply to Rand B? If you do, you will see how similar it is to 'You Got It'. The cover of 'Runaway' is an almost exact copy of Del Shannon's original, even down to the tinkly piano and the seemingly primitive recording technique. 'Runaway' has a different tempo and rhythm to 'You Got It'. Nobody seems to be paying any attention to what alex E is saying.

[@dedballoons]

The slightly different voicings between all four guitarists as soon as you start showing 4x guitar pan L is the hidden genius of the whole thing. So much harmonic richness to work with and you're spoiled for choice for tone. Just wow. The end result is so brilliant.

[@odysseytrek2842]

Addicted to your channel. I've said it in comments before but you're sense of humor gives you a humbleness that you don't often get with guys who have your expertise. The production videos are so great. Many mixing videos out there but not nearly as many production videos. How can you have great mixes without great production! Thank you Bobby!

[@BobbyHuff]

Thanks man you’re so kind. I enjoy passing on stuff that I’ve learned and still do everyday and the humor is my attempt to try and give everyone a laugh which I think is important too! Music killed most of my ego off and I’m grateful for that. I’m a humble student too Odyssey! So many master creators out there to soak up from!

[@dorko57]

Right in my sweet spot!! Thanks for all of your efforts Dr Bob.

[@BobbyHuff]

Thank You Josh!

[@bobgreen8142]

I often record two identical parts and pan them hard left and right, then two more panned half left and right, but sixteen acoustics, that's wonderful! Incidentally, I've found that very very slight differences in tuning give things a kind of shimmer rather than sounding off.

[@taroistok8751]

Yes and its best acheived by changing the speed of couple track instead of manually messing with the instrumemt messing

[@BobbyHuff]

Yes agreed Bob!!! Good stuff! When I’m by myself and want that wall of sound I will stagger the timing a bit too. It’s not the same as having four guys playing the part at once in close proximity but it will do.

[@barrymiller2272]

Hey, that was awesome! Wall of acoustic music. Smart production 😁👍

[@BobbyHuff]

Thanks Barry! It was a fun session!

[@martintorrez999]

Thank You for posting this. Now I can repeat this and actually sound like I know what I'm doing. You are truly 'The Doctor!

[@BobbyHuff]

Hahaha thanks for watching. It’s a fun sound to create!

[@seanemmettfullerton]

beautiful... what a satisfying sound. this is inspiring, bobby! thanks...

[@BobbyHuff]

Thanks Sean. Exactly I find it a very very satisfying sound as well.

[@robtoc]

This was fanTAStic Bobby! I was a junior in college when the Traveling Wilburys first album came out...a lot of great memories linked to that [do I dare say] 'CD'!! Keep up the good work brother, your videos are informative and sprinkled with humor...LOVE it! Peace! - RT

[@BobbyHuff]

Thanks so much for watching and for your kindness Robbie!!

[@gtartrek9453]

Thanks for this - the use of the capo to give a different sound was amazing!

[@BobbyHuff]

Thanks man!

[@richprincipe749]

Kudos on another great video!! Great acoustic sounds... equally amazing drum sounds

[@BobbyHuff]

Thanks Richard. I appreciate the kind words!

[@kbrinson85]

I’d like to echo an earlier comment in saying that with the plethora of tutorials on KZbin regarding modern production techniques to frankly, forgettable music...your insight into the techniques of the greats of yesteryear that created timeless classics is so refreshing and addicting. This has been my favorite channel since discovering it a couple months back. Keep up the good work Dr. Bob! 👍🏼

[@BobbyHuff]

Geez man I don’t know what to say other than thanks so much for the kindness and I’ll do my best to keep earning your eyes and ears!! Touched....

[@NorthernSkiesMusic]

Love these vids man! Great work!

[@BobbyHuff]

Thank u BB

[@urasam2]

This video is BRILLIANT!

[@Ptpop]

This was really fascinating. I had no idea how Lynn got that sound. Thanks for posting.

[@BobbyHuff]

Thanks for watching!

[@marin4311]

The result is stunning.

[@BobbyHuff]

Thank you Marin!

[@yootoob1958]

Thanks for sharing! Love your videos! Especially your Mutt stuff. I'm a singer, songwriter, musician & producer. He's one of my favorite producers!

[@BobbyHuff]

Thanks for watching!! Love me some Mutt!

[@sandgroperwookiee65]

Spot on👍👍 ❤ Tom Petty 🎩 🌸 George Harrison 🎸 🎼 Roy Orbison 😎 🎤 Legends ❤

[@bradroberts7938]

Absolutely amazing🎶🎶🤘✌️

[@alextrigo403]

Great video...I am a big ELO fan....and don't forget the Jeff's production work on Time and Secret messages albums .(.different from what was recorded from 1979 to 1980) In the 1983 album there are lots of acoustic and electric guitars layers,vocal harmonies,little details coming from everywhere on the left and right side of the stereo spectrum...it's an enjoyment from start to finish...with small details that catch your attention from one song to the next I recommend listening to the final version of the album, as it was going to be released on a double disc and is now available on KZbin. Secret messages it is not a favourite album for so-called experts in music criticism but as for musical production it is pure gold! And in my opinion one of the greatest ELO albums...maybe not the most famous but it's a great album I have listened this album to death since I was a teenager and I never get bored of it! " Time " is another gem if you love jeff's production skills. Congratulations on your channel greetings from Chile

[@BobbyHuff]

Hey thanks Alex! I appreciate your comments and we both share a deep respect for Jeff Lynne! I have a few other videos about him too on my channel!

[@EZMusicman]

The key to great sounding rock music. MORE GUITARS!!!

[@BobbyHuff]

Yes with a loud snare!

[@coolmacatrain9434]

Love Jeff Lynne! Great video (as always) Pete Townshend's acoustci guitar work on the Who records/singles are some of the best ever recorded. David Bowie's acoustic guitar from the early/mid 70s is also fantastic. And of course Jimmy Page's magnificent acoustic sound on the first 5 Zeppelin albums

[@BobbyHuff]

Thanks man! Love all those guys!!

[@ericwikman4131]

Paul Worley called it the "Guitar Herd" when he spoke about it in Sound On Sound some years ago. He used it on Lady A. Tight playing is a must or it all goes to mud. Great video Bobby!

[@BobbyHuff]

Thanks for watching Eric!

[@Andiejo40]

I can never thank Jeff Lynne enough for all the wonderful listening I have done over the years, and still do in my eighties.

[@elimontoya8626]

Dude. You are, without a doubt, unique, hilarious, incredibly informative, and musically wise. I've told you this before, but thank you a thousand times for sharing your insights with us, lowly serfs. Obviously, JK, but our productions will benefit from your expertise and we all love you for that.

[@BobbyHuff]

Thats very touching Eli...Thank You Man!

[@CraigRMerriman]

Very cool. Thank you Bobby!

[@BobbyHuff]

Thanks Craig!

[@simply3141592654]

woo hoo. Other Jeff Lynne topics: his drum sound, also harmony stacking. Thanks for doing this! I've been waiting for this. Consider doing something on his drum technique as well as his vocal harmony stacking.

[@BobbyHuff]

Okay thanks man! I did a video on his snare drum sound and the samples are free in my store...

[@simply3141592654]

@@BobbyHuff Cool stuff. Thanks for this. Appreciate it.

[@nostomahawk9113]

Thank you for your awesome sense of humor 👍

[@BobbyHuff]

What sense of humor???? hahahahaha

[@Banditman]

One similar trick I like to use (sparingly!) is having a "Nashville" tuned guitar doing the double. It can really help the track hold it's own in the mix without being "loud". It can sometimes even lead you down some unexpected paths where you can hard pan the Nashville and normal hard to opposite sides. Not something you'd want to do every time, but as a one off in the right situations, it can be great.

[@BobbyHuff]

Great comment Brian!!!!

[@gustavoviveros8394]

Great, Thank You!!!

[@BobbyHuff]

Thanks for watching!

[@suchitputhalat4796]

okay like d same old cliche "i never commment on any video ur stuffs so good that i had to write" ...but i say this from the bottom of my eardrum that ur channel Bobby is God sent..Finally i have a production guru who knows the tricks of the yesteryear masters and who has a kick drum sense of humour...Cheersss

[@BobbyHuff]

Haha!! Thanks man. I’m just passing on a little bit of what I know and hope to get a laugh here and there. Thank you so much for watching and for your kindness.

[@Lestronica]

Hey Bobby - I recently discovered your channel... no idea what I was searching for at the time but saw your Mutt Lange videos and was hooked. I heard you mentioned being friends with Beato in one of your videos - and he confirmed your awesomeness :) After watching this video, I can say that I’m now a 🦾👽 fan of this channel. You’re literally making videos on my favorite musicians / producers 🤘🏽 Very unique and much appreciated ! 🙏🏼 - Les

[@BobbyHuff]

Thank you so much Les! Yeah Rick and I talk every week. He is a huge inspiration. Thanks for watching man and I appreciate your kindness!

[@BobbyHuff]

Hey wait......did u play the solo on the Frampton song????

[@Lestronica]

@@BobbyHuff ha! Yes - I did that one last week and the top 20 keys & bass a while back. Always fun to learn 20 songs immediately ! And now - I’m heading to the studio to redo the acoustics on an ELO cover the same way they were done in this video. Thank you for this !! Jeff Lynne has always been one of my favorites.

[@BobbyHuff]

Hahaha! That’s awesome man!!! Makes me feel great! I’m gonna get ur info from Rick!! U are an amazing musician... much respect...

[@neilanderson9151]

Brilliant

[@JeffLynnesELO2024Tour]

Jeff Lynne is the best overall musician ever and one of the best producers ever!

[@f1jones544]

Your videos are great and I like how concise ones like these are, but I'd recommend padding them to 10 minutes. KZbin's algorithm seems to favor 10 minutes and we can't wait to see this channel take off!

[@BobbyHuff]

Thanks for watching!!! I appreciate it!!

[@TroyShaw]

I love the capo idea. I'll have to try that next time.

[@BobbyHuff]

Do it Troy!!!

[@robbolandsvids]

The last album I produced, I got the rhythm guitarist to track everything 3 times, (he's a super tight rhythm player, a hugely underrated skill), with mic and piezo going to separate tracks, then mixed the whole lot together. It sounded lush, but I didn't have the heart to ask him to do a few more takes...maybe next time.

[@BobbyHuff]

Haha! Sounds like it was a great session!

[@Skoora]

My favorite recording are usually when it’s one guitar and maybe not even doubled but if it’s a good player with a great instrument you capture a wonderful character and expression that gets lost with heavy layering. But it’s always what works for the song and That Wilbury’s track is about laying down a big King size bed for your ears.

[@BobbyHuff]

King size bed for your ears! Hahahahaha

[@johnconrad2737]

Love it

[@BobbyHuff]

Thank you John

[@MikeSpanjar]

Love the captions - oh, and the lab work, of course. You may be familiar with the story from Jeff Lynne himself how Don't Bring Me Down consists of several piano overdubs that he later admitted sounded like a single piano. Haha, well - it created a great story anyway.

[@BobbyHuff]

Yes love it! Big big Jeff Lynne fan!!!

[@jkloftin5872]

The acoustic guitars are undeniably great...but the drums are totally badass! C'mon Bobby, tell us everything that went into making them sound like that. Everything!

[@BobbyHuff]

All drum samples...They will be coming soon.

[@DavidDiMuzio]

"Getting four great acoustic guitar players together at once was like herding a group of cats here in Nashville ...as they're all quite busy!" 😂 ....Best line of the video!

[@BobbyHuff]

Hahaha! Thanks David. I was lucky to get them. I appreciate you watching.

[@snartzzb983]

Just loved it... I'll spread the word.

[@BobbyHuff]

Thanks Snartz!

[@ncironhorse8367]

You would never know it was that layers. In the mix it just sounds full and wide.

[@BobbyHuff]

Great trick!

[@sebastiangut25]

Awesome! Have to try this one out with my buddys 🤓

[@BobbyHuff]

Yes! It’s a blast!!

[@davidzornig1319]

Is it me or was that the opening riff to "You Got It", though Lynne produced, not a Wilburys song... Orbison's 12 string acoustic, Petty's acoustic and Lynne's electric guitar in the session.

[@BobbyHuff]

Good ear David!!! You got it....hahaha...get it!???

[@sigurdkaputnik7022]

chords are the same. tempo/rhythm is different. Slightly.

[@randb4865]

Roy never played 12-string. Ever.

[@alen8751]

I just discovered your channel, amazing job! I've been trying for weeks to replicate the sound of ELO's backing vocals without much success. I would like to get something similar to what Jeff did in All Over The World... Could you give me some advice? Thanks!

[@BobbyHuff]

Hey Alen. I’m a huge Jeff Lynne fan! I have a few videos on his drum sounds and those samples are available!!

[@alen8751]

@@BobbyHuff Oh, great! That’s Jeff’s signature. I’ll watch it, thanks!

[@enginesofimagination]

For some reason I'm craving a ham sandwich now. Killer video Bobby, I'm going to give it a try!

[@BobbyHuff]

HAHAHAHA!!! Thank man!

[@timweaver9773]

What a sound. Almost sounds like a synth or organ. I always wondered how they got it this big, yet smooth at the same time

[@BobbyHuff]

Thanks for watching Tim!

[@danmcconnell5941]

Saw the title, thought it would be about Stephen Stills and his recording of Treetop Flyer, but the Jeff Lynne symphony works too lol.

[@BobbyHuff]

Thanks Dan!

[@scottishjohnInTexas]

Just found your channel, great to meet you pal. !!

[@BobbyHuff]

Nice to meet you too John and thanks for watching!

[@TheSteveKinney]

Dude, your videos rule. Big fan of Mutt Lange myself, and these video breakdowns of how to recreate these specific legendary sounds are incredible. I’m an indie producer in town here & create videos on audio production too, mainly technical walkthroughs on software for beginners & enthusiasts - came across your channel one day & realized that you’re only around the corner. Would love to collab, or grab a coffee. Either way - subbed for the clutch. Cheers brotha!

[@BobbyHuff]

Hey Steve thanks man for the kindness and the sub! Message me on Facebook!

[@simply3141592654]

What type of mic do you recommend for this sort of sound? Dynamic, condenser?

[@ChipBooth]

Great acousitc guitars 😎

[@BobbyHuff]

Thanks Chip!

[@lynnjones4097]

It sounds HUGE

[@BobbyHuff]

Hahaha! Agreed!!

[@luisvillarreal5262]

@ 1:15, That dude shreds on acoustic. Tabs please. LOL Wow, what a difference that makes with the wall of acoustics. It's like a full on guitar orchestra. That is genius. It gives it that big sound. I love it. No wonder I always loved The Traveling Wilburys. Great video. By the way, nice lick at the end. LOL

[@BobbyHuff]

Thanks Luis! I’m a horrible guitar player and have no idea how to write tabs. Sorry about that. The first guy that played and doubled his acoustic, Mark Oakley, is a guitar players guitar player! He is also the one that played the lick at the end… Sorry To say it wasn’t the doctor. Thanks so much for watching and commenting!

[@luisvillarreal5262]

@@BobbyHuff yeah, I could tell by the your fingers were moving. I’m also a guitar player too. That’s why I watch your videos. Thanks. See you on the next.🎸🎼

[@paulbruce4630]

Great info. Are the 1073s pre's hardware or software. And could you get similar results without the km4s?? Have I just asked a hypothetical question.... In a Bobby Huff style. I am Dr Chord.

[@BobbyHuff]

They were hardware but the Universal Audio Unison plug ins are every bit as good in my opinion! I use them everyday! I’m not an expert on the c1000s so I don’t want to steer u wrong Paul!! See if there is anything on Gearslutz regarding this.

[@darrylweller6143]

This is so cool

[@BobbyHuff]

Thanks Darryl!

[@Electricowlworks]

Super cool video! You should talk to Richard Dodd over in Berry Hill. He was the recording engineer for The Travelling Wilburys, Roy Orbison, Jeff Lynne, George Harrison, Tom Petty and won a Grammy for the 1994 "Wildflowers" release. He's a great gent who has made fantastic albums. Digging your channel... Thanks! Cheers from South Wales, NY, USA! Peace, love, and Ringo. - chaz

[@BobbyHuff]

Thanks so much! I know Richard and we have talked MANY times. He has great stories and is a phenomenal talent! A great mastering engineer now!

[@Electricowlworks]

@@BobbyHuff Awesome! I met Richard at Blackbird several years ago and have had some amazing chats with him. Richard's super-power is that he hears things other humans don't. Love his work and advice! Keep up the great work on your channel! All my best! - chaz

[@BobbyHuff]

@@Electricowlworks Yeah he is next level for sure! Thanks for watching man!

[@robertdoherty2001]

Always enjoyed the guitars in Andy Kim’s version of ‘’Baby, I Love You”.

[@BobbyHuff]

Don’t know that one...

[@christopherharris3229]

Fantastic guitar sound and production and the greatest version of that song, by far.

[@bgaona]

Again, super cool. I always assumed this was some combination of MIDI with a heavy stereo chorus effect and lots of Reverb. Maybe some doubling. How much I have yet to learn!

[@BobbyHuff]

I’ve got as much to learn as you Brian!

[@simply3141592654]

Lynne typically records very dry with few exceptions. Lynne also records all percussion elements in isolation via overdubs to control volume and mix. His vocal harmony stacking, embellishments to rhythm, and doubling guitars with varied overdrive/distortion is interesting too. Check out Rick Beato discussing his work on Petty - I Won't Back Down - What Makes This Song Great. I think Bobby got the acoustic thing a bit more accurately than did Rick B.

[@LaMusicade4]

It’s like cars… the best one is the one I own. Gets me where I wanna go

[@BobbyHuff]

AGREED! Hahaha

[@MrXanadu74]

Jeffs a genius

[@gregmann5687]

ala Phil Spector's "My Sweet Lord" sound. Beautiful :)

[@BobbyHuff]

Adreed Greg!

[@randb4865]

The greatest injustice and insult in this opinion of the sound - to both George Harrison and Tom Petty - is that there is not a single 12-string being played.

[@BobbyHuff]

Not sure what the injustice is? We capo’d up to get that sound and in some ways that’s even a better technique because you have complete control of the high strings... also using a high strung guitar is great.

[@hankslapper]

Awesome. Can you do one on Jeff's vocal sound

[@BobbyHuff]

Let me think how I could approach that. I love his vocals!!

[@ErikZmusic]

If you don't have 4 guitar players handy, do you think layering 1 guitarist 4 times each for each part (sort of like the Mutt Lange/Def Leppard vocals trick) would work?

[@BobbyHuff]

It would sound different but still be a cool sound. If you do it try not to play super tight with yourself don’t worry about exact timing between passes as part of the sound is the culmination of all the players feel together.

[@stephengoold9044]

would have loved to hear the end result without the drums too!! Thanks for all you do DR BOB!!!

[@BobbyHuff]

Thank You Stephen!

[@LightWingStudios]

Jesus! 20 Acoustic Guitar tracks?!?!?!? Wall of warm wood! :)

[@BobbyHuff]

Hahaha! Warm wood....

[@LightWingStudios]

@@BobbyHuff Love your Mutt Lang vids...been trying them out. LABORIUOS as hell at first but you get what you sweat for. :)

[@BobbyHuff]

@@LightWingStudios Hey man thanks so much for watching!

[@rogermoore126]

Sounds like you added acoustic treatment to the youtube studio doc - dialogue sounds much better! Jeff Lynne is a musical genius but it's hard to find info on his techniques. Thanks!

[@BobbyHuff]

No treatment to the studio.. maybe I just didn’t mumble my words this time!! Hahahaha. Jeff is a pure genius! Thanks for watching Roger.

[@Esrom_music]

Some how i thought we were actually going to hear how Jeff recorded guitars in general. Bummer

[@BobbyHuff]

This IS one way that he records guitars!

[@aaronyoung8491]

Finally, I’ve always wondered about this one. ELO GREATEST HITS is the best vinyl ever pressed.

[@BobbyHuff]

Oh don’t even get me started on ELO!!!!!

[@chrislgarner4927]

Got it for Christmas this year!

[@DKinMN]

What about Mr. Blue Sky, his rerecorded greatest hits?

[@aaronyoung8491]

@@DKinMN like it all but the vinyl of the greatest hits is probably the best record I’ve heard.

[@aaronyoung8491]

@@BobbyHuff Bobby I’ve seen you videos of snapping classic rock bands to a grid. How bout one with ELO. I’ve always heard the rushed the string parts to add energy .

[@HyperCupcake88]

Lotsa presence!

[@BobbyHuff]

Agreed

[@djcrote76]

Finally 10K subs!!!!

[@BobbyHuff]

Yes! Woot woot!

[@WizardOfArc]

Imma steal this trick 😈

[@alextrigo403]

And a correction .. I meant to say what was recorded between 1975 to 1980 .. because those albums are great but at the production level they are different from what Jeff has been doing...

[@SteelStringCheese]

Can you do an episode on Lynne’s super-tight lead vocal sound?

[@BobbyHuff]

I think its an old 47 and super compressed with an 1176. Sometimes he puts a little slap delay on it that is very short. Hes also a GREAT singer with amazing songs!

[@RickerbyMusic]

Sounds amazing! Now I just need to figure out how to clone myself... :)

[@BobbyHuff]

Hahahaha!!!

[@partsmanba]

You didn’t mention that you had the guitarists playing different voicings as well. Some just slightIy different, but I see Gideon was capoed. And only two of the four were capoed during the octave section - were the others in Nashville tuning or something?

[@randb4865]

No 12-string capable guitarists available?

[@ps8038]

what mic did you used Bobby for rec guitars?

[@BobbyHuff]

Those were KM84 mics through Neve 1073 preamps and a touch of 1176 compressor.

[@JeremyDeWallMusic]

Between this using 16 acoustic guitar tracks and the Def Leppard BV video using 60 vocal tracks, basically what I'm learning is the trick is: More is more. Lol

[@BobbyHuff]

It certainly works for big sounds Jeremy!!

[@harryrenner4016]

A lot of groups are heavily orchestrated during recording albums. that's why people will say they sound different live. it's because the groups can't involve all that orchestration during live performances.

[@joaoantoniovione484]

1:15 he just recreated the Graforreia Xilarmonica's Amigo Punk acoustic solo!

[@BobbyHuff]

Hahaha! Don’t know that one!

[@dodojack1045]

Was the correct rythym of the song missing...mid the song was You got it..?

[@samstuff8554]

What song is this is sounds awesome

[@BobbyHuff]

Thank You! Not a song really but we took the chord changes from a Jeff Lynne production...A song called "You Got It." by Roy Orbison.

[@samstuff8554]

@@BobbyHuff awesome thanks man

[@518freakshow4]

Who was that shred god at the beginning? Was that Yngwie?

[@vicesquadpunk]

Getting a gaggle of guitarists into a room together right now 😂🤣 not gonna happen.... I think adopting four personas is probably a good idea ❤️

[@BobbyHuff]

Hahahaha!! Try to stagger your timing a bit if you play it by yourself.

[@robbievalentine8239]

Jeff Lynne, the valedictorian from the Beatles School of Songwriting and Production.

[@BobbyHuff]

Love that!!! Perfect!!

[@OliverAmberg]

I can't try this at home. No ham sandwiches available at my house :( Great video, thanks Bobby!

[@BobbyHuff]

Thanks Oliver!!! Better head to Kroger!

[@IrnBruNYC]

How many guitars are playing during the intro to "Free Fallin'?" How many of those guitars are capo'd, and how many are 12-strings?

[@BobbyHuff]

I’m not sure I’ll have to go and listen. In my head I’m thinking it was pretty close to what we did. Jeff Lynne did produce that track.

[@rcherry1978]

@@BobbyHuff to be sure 12 stringed was used

[@jefferyparris1999]

This is too easy- SONNY JAMES!

[@zenosonik]

After watching again and listening through my external converters with my best cans, I had to add... You nailed it, Dr. Bob! Not just the acoustics, but the kick drum was the first thing that caught my attention. So punchy and crisp. I've always loved Jeff Lynne's work and approach. It's sad to think that there's only two Traveling Wilburry's still on the planet.

[@BobbyHuff]

Hey thanks Zeno I appreciate you watching and commenting!!

[@ianharris8706]

Great great grrr8!

[@BobbyHuff]

Thanks Ian!! Try it!

[@ianharris8706]

@@BobbyHuff actually what I focused on is how up front the drums are blended with the wall of sweet acoustics, more knowledge in the bank, thanks BH!

[@neilanderson9151]

Great great video. Officially this technique was first used by George Harrison on his first solo album… maybe Jeff Lynne was there. But just saying… it’s a George thing :)

[@cuttyshark]

Spellcheck could be your frind - acousitic

[@BobbyHuff]

Hahaha. Do I have a typo in the video?

[@markmartin3221]

Can’t blame the man for not giving up on a garment cause it’s got some wear on it, Cowboy shower 👌

[@BobbyHuff]

Hahahahaha

[@ricardolopezrago1688]

Great video although this is a Roy Orbison’s song (You Got It) from his final album. Harrison and Dylan didn’t play on this song. Anyway, great video!

[@BobbyHuff]

Correct!! ..We were just playing the technique to demonstrate it and no song in particular. This technique works great for any song that this sound is desirable.

[@ricardolopezrago1688]

@@BobbyHuff Amazing work! I love it!

[@BobbyHuff]

@@ricardolopezrago1688 thanks for your kindness and for watching Ricardo.

[@BobbyHuff]

@@ricardolopezrago1688 thanks man!!

[@steppingrazor5081]

So how many acoustic guitar tracks are on each song? 8?

[@BobbyHuff]

16. 8 of the 6 string and 8 of the 6 string capo’d to sound like a 12.

[@sigurdkaputnik7022]

46 days in a row the same shirt? Yeah, that cologne is called "Ode de rehearsal room".

[@BobbyHuff]

Hahahahaha!!!!!

[@soundsuitestudios-b-9723]

Are those KM 84s on the guitars?

[@BobbyHuff]

Correct through Neve pres. 1073. Good eye!

[@soundsuitestudios-b-9723]

@@BobbyHuff That was my second question. Do you like the KM 184 for acoustic guitars?

[@BobbyHuff]

@@soundsuitestudios-b-9723 VERYMUCH!!!!

[@theneonchimpchannel9095]

There is actually footage of them laying down the guitar parts for this song in a Tom Petty documentary. I think there was actually about 6 guitarists around 1 microphone (at least that I could see), at least 1 was playing a 12-string. George Harrison had used a similar technique previously with the band Badfinger all strumming along on acoustic guitars at the Concert For Bangladesh.

[@BobbyHuff]

Thanks Neon! There was a quick shot in my video of them playing together. What a band!!