lead guitar from “what's my age again?” by blink-182 | ToneDB
what's my age again?
blink-182
lead guitar
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Tone Profile
A bright and punchy pop-punk guitar tone with a slightly overdriven character, perfect for driving power chords and catchy melodies.
Production Credits
Producer: Jerry Finn
Engineer: Sean O'Dwyer
Recorded at: Signature Sound (San Diego, CA)
Signal Chain
Instrument: Fender Stratocaster
Amp: Mesa/Boogie Dual Rectifier
Microphone: Shure SM57
Recording Notes
- The guitar was likely recorded with a close-mic'd cabinet, capturing the direct sound of the Mesa/Boogie Dual Rectifier.
- Multiple takes were likely layered to create a full and energetic sound.
Recreation Tips
- Use a Fender Stratocaster with a bridge humbucker for a similar starting point.
- Dial in a mid-heavy, slightly scooped tone on a Mesa/Boogie Dual Rectifier or similar high-gain amplifier.
- Experiment with overdrive pedals to add sustain and aggression.
- Use a Shure SM57 or similar dynamic microphone to capture the amp's tone.
- Double-track the guitar parts for added thickness.
Recommended Gear
- Fender Stratocaster(guitar)
- Mesa/Boogie Dual Rectifier(amp)
- Shure SM57(mic)
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