Tone Profile

The guitar tone is bright, cutting, and slightly overdriven, with a pronounced upper-midrange that allows it to cut through the mix. It has a raw, energetic character, characteristic of AC/DC's signature sound.

Production Credits

Signal Chain

Recording Notes

• The recording was likely done in a studio setting, with the guitar amp miked with a dynamic microphone like the Shure SM57.
• The amp settings would have been dialed in to achieve a slightly overdriven sound, not overly saturated but with enough bite and sustain for the lead lines.

Recreation Tips

• Start with a Gibson SG and a Marshall JTM45 amp.
• Use a Shure SM57 close to the amp speaker.
• Adjust the amp's gain to achieve a slightly overdriven tone.
• Focus on the midrange frequencies to get the guitar to cut through the mix.
• Avoid excessive gain or distortion, as the tone should be raw and energetic, not overly processed.

Recommended Gear

• Gibson SG(guitar)
• Marshall JTM45(amp)
• Shure SM57(mic)