lead guitar from “unholy confessions” by avenged sevenfold | ToneDB
unholy confessions
avenged sevenfold
lead guitar
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Tone Profile
Aggressive and cutting high-gain lead tone with a tight low-end response and clear articulation. The sound is modern and harmonically rich, perfect for fast riffs and soaring solos.
Production Credits
Producer: Andrew Murdock
Engineer: Andrew Murdock
Recorded at: Hangar 18 Studios
Signal Chain
Instrument: Schecter Custom
Amp: Bogner Uberschall
Microphone: Shure SM57
Processing: Ibanez TS808
Recording Notes
- The Bogner Uberschall amp provides the core high-gain tone, known for its aggressive distortion and tight low-end.
- The Ibanez TS808 Tube Screamer is likely used as a boost to tighten the low end and add sustain.
- A Shure SM57 is a standard choice for recording guitar cabinets due to its ability to handle high SPL and capture the raw sound of the amp.
Recreation Tips
- Start with a high-gain amp like the Bogner Uberschall or a similar modern high-gain amplifier.
- Use a Tube Screamer or similar overdrive pedal to boost the signal and tighten the low end. Adjust the gain and tone controls to achieve the desired clarity and sustain.
- Experiment with microphone placement on the cabinet to find the sweet spot that captures the desired tone. A Shure SM57 is a good starting point.
Original Gear
- Schecter Custom(guitar)
- Bogner Uberschall(amp)
- Shure SM57(mic)
- Ibanez TS808(pedal)
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