Tone Profile

This tone is aggressive and cutting, with a high gain and tight low-end, perfect for fast riffs and soaring solos. It's modern metal with a touch of British hard rock.

Production Credits

Signal Chain

Recording Notes

• The lead guitar tone features a high-gain amplifier sound, likely achieved using a Peavey 5150 known for its aggressive distortion. An overdrive pedal such as a Tube Screamer adds sustain and tightens the low end.
• The Shure SM57 is a common choice for miking guitar cabinets due to its durability and ability to handle high sound pressure levels. Double-tracking guitars to create a wide and thick sound

Recreation Tips

• Start with a guitar equipped with humbucker pickups. Set the amp to a high-gain setting, focusing on a tight and defined low-end.
• Use a Tube Screamer to push the amp's gain stage further. Adjust the tone control to cut through the mix.
• Experiment with mic placement to find the sweet spot on the speaker cone.
• Double-track the guitar parts for added thickness and width.

Original Gear

• ESP Eclipse(guitar)
• Peavey 5150(amp)
• Shure SM57(mic)
• Ibanez TS808(pedal)