Tone Profile

This tone is a high-gain, crunchy hard rock rhythm guitar sound with a slightly scooped midrange, perfect for driving a stadium anthem. It's aggressive but articulate, providing a solid foundation for the song.

Production Credits

Signal Chain

Recording Notes

• The guitar sound was created using a Rockman amp, known for its unique distortion and compression characteristics.
• Multiple guitar tracks were likely layered to create a thick, wall-of-sound effect.
• The Rockman's direct output capabilities allowed for consistent and controlled tones across multiple recordings.
• Shure SM57s were used for miking, which are industry standard for recording electric guitar cabs.

Recreation Tips

• Start with a Gibson Les Paul or similar humbucker-equipped guitar.
• Use a Rockman amp or a high-gain amp simulator with similar characteristics.
• Scoop the midrange slightly and boost the high and low frequencies.
• Experiment with layering multiple guitar tracks, each with slightly different settings, to create a thick sound.
• Use a Shure SM57 or similar dynamic microphone if miking a real amp.
• Consider using a noise gate to tighten up the sound and reduce unwanted noise.

Recommended Gear

• Gibson Les Paul(guitar)
• Rockman(amp)
• Shure SM57(mic)