lead guitar from “for those about to rock (we salute you)” by ac/dc | ToneDB
for those about to rock (we salute you)
ac/dc
lead guitar
85% ai confidence
Tone Profile
A classic, crunchy rock tone with a raw, powerful, and slightly overdriven sound. It's characterized by its bright, biting attack and thick sustain, perfect for anthemic riffs and solos.
Production Credits
Producer: Robert John 'Mutt' Lange
Engineer: Tony Platt
Recorded at: H.I.S. Studio, Paris
Signal Chain
Instrument: Gibson SG
Amp: Marshall JTM45
Microphone: Shure SM57
Recording Notes
- The guitar was likely recorded with a close-mic'd amp in a studio environment.
- The amp's gain was set to achieve a natural overdrive without excessive distortion.
Recreation Tips
- Start with a Gibson SG and a Marshall JTM45 amp.
- Position a Shure SM57 close to the speaker cone, slightly off-axis.
- Adjust the amp's gain and master volume to find the sweet spot of crunchy overdrive.
- Use minimal post-processing to preserve the amp's natural tone.
Recommended Gear
- Gibson SG(guitar)
- Marshall JTM45(amp)
- Shure SM57(mic)
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