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How It Was Recorded

Gear · preamp

MCI Console preamps (500 Series, model not stated)

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    Metric Halo MBSI Channel Strip

    channel strip

    Models the channel strip of a custom MCI desk built for Criteria Studios in the 1970s, so it is the same maker's sound. It is not a model of the desk on the record.

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Records it appears on1

What it was used for on each. Sources for each use are on the record’s own page.

  • Celebrate!

    1980

    Kool & the Gang · Album

    • Lead and backing vocals · Input chainReportedThe MCI console's own preamps amplified the lead and backing vocal microphones on the album sessions.